jdhuyvetter Report post Posted June 12, 2011 We are finalizing the remainder of the 2011 Schedule. Below is the tentative schedule. September is wide open and we are looking for your input. June 18 - Acrylic Workshop at the Imaginarium July 16 - Field trip to the Keys August 20 - Guest Speaker at the Imaginarium September 17 - TBD Poll October 16 - Fall Frag Auction (note this is on Sunday, not on Saturday) November 12 - BBQ in Nokomis at Brian Green's aquaculture facility (note this is the second Saturday) December 17 - Guest Speaker at the Imaginarium (note this is the second Saturday) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wgardiner Report post Posted June 13, 2011 (edited) Would love to go back to the Tampa Aquarium. I was rushed through it the last time I was there. Will Edited June 13, 2011 by Wgardiner Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronreefman Report post Posted June 13, 2011 Who will the speaker be for the August meeting? September: Florida Aquarium sounds good, or a BBQ on a beach (Sanabel Causeway, bunch beach, Lovers Key), or maybe a hardware flea market sale (I've got too many spare pumps, lights, chillers, small tanks....)? Ron 8)/>/> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
icy1155 Report post Posted June 13, 2011 The hardware flea market idea wouldn't be a bad idea for the fall event. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdhuyvetter Report post Posted June 13, 2011 Speaker for August will most likely be one of the following: Tony Vargas, Jeff Turner or Matt Wittenrich. If the September discussion leans toward a speaker, then most likely, it would be one of these guys as well. Tables for selling used equipment have been discussed for the fall event. Further discussion on this will occur later (once we get a little closer). If we are going to have a speaker for September, we need to start making arrangements now. Hence the poll. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DavidCC Report post Posted June 13, 2011 I like the Tampa Aquarium idea ....id like to see the "behind the scenes " tour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
180reefer Report post Posted June 13, 2011 I like the Tampa Aquarium idea ....id like to see the "behind the scenes " tour Me too! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdhuyvetter Report post Posted June 14, 2011 We tried a behind the scenes tour the first time. It was terrible. Basically, a look at breakrooms and outside of various rooms, but no entry. You can schedule behind the scenes tours of the different exhibits for feeding, but the groups were very small (6-8 people) and there was additional cost for each one. So, for the sake of this discussion, we need to assume that the field trip will only be the public viewing portions of the aquarium. If we can work something else out, then that would be an added bonus. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChemStar Report post Posted June 14, 2011 I don't think we should count out a behind the scenes tour. They charge an additional $10, but from the website I believe if we called them they would be willing to do group pricing on that as well. We would need to call them and tell them what we are looking for in a tour and see what they can do for us. So if this is the winning option, I will make the calls to see what our options are and their pricing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronreefman Report post Posted June 14, 2011 (edited) I don't think we should count out a behind the scenes tour. They charge an additional $10, but from the website I believe if we called them they would be willing to do group pricing on that as well. We would need to call them and tell them what we are looking for in a tour and see what they can do for us. So if this is the winning option, I will make the calls to see what our options are and their pricing. Heather, Can we do this the other way around? If you would be so kind as to make the call (please... mom always said I should say please), find out what our costs are, what the options are, and then let us know. That way we can make the informed decision as to whether we want to pay for the extra tour or not. 8)/>/> By the way, Elaine is off that weekend and we will both be going on the trip! Ron 8)/>/> Edited June 14, 2011 by ronreefman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChemStar Report post Posted June 14, 2011 seein' as you asked so nicely, I will. It will have to wait until next week though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronreefman Report post Posted June 14, 2011 Thank you. I don't guess there is much of a rush as it is 3 months away. Ron 8)/>/> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdhuyvetter Report post Posted June 14, 2011 The only "rush" would have been if we needed to schedule a speaker. Since as of this post, there are 12 votes cast and 0 for a speaker, I'd say it's a safe bet that we won't have a speaker that month! (With only 3 of the 12 for a BBQ, that is most likely out too.....unless there is a late rush from the California voters) A little history lesson for some of you........Presidential election "Dewey Defeats Truman".....look it up! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
180reefer Report post Posted June 14, 2011 oops, forgot to vote! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cornhusker85 Report post Posted June 14, 2011 Tampa Aquarium behind the scenes tour was a joke. All they said was behind this door is something really cool but we cant go in there but heres a poster take a look at it. lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
180reefer Report post Posted June 14, 2011 Hopefully Heather can get that worked out - with that info! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DavidCC Report post Posted June 14, 2011 A. I don't mind forking out a couple bucks if need be. B. Id be ok with just visiting Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[email protected] Report post Posted July 21, 2011 Tampa Aquarium behind the scenes tour was a joke. We had a lot of access when we were there, toured the rooftop too. Jeff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Report post Posted July 22, 2011 Count me in for the tampa aquarium Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ckeiling Report post Posted July 22, 2011 Tampa Aquarium sounds good to me too. I am fine with just visiting, but if Heather works out a nice behind the scenes tour, that would be great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wgardiner Report post Posted August 22, 2011 I have a friend that wants to come with us is that going to be a problem or not? Will Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronreefman Report post Posted August 22, 2011 Anybody can get in the Florida Aquarium, so it's not a problem at that level. If we have a club discount, that maynot be available (not for me to decide). But that shouldn't be a big deal. Ron 8)/>/> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wgardiner Report post Posted August 22, 2011 Anybody can get in the Florida Aquarium, so it's not a problem at that level. If we have a club discount, that maynot be available (not for me to decide). But that shouldn't be a big deal. Ron 8)/>/> I was just wondering about any discounts or a special tour or whatnot. Will Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChemStar Report post Posted August 22, 2011 (edited) Ok guys Just got off the phone with Tampa Aquarium. She is emailing me more detailed information, but here is what I have right now. September17th 10am arrival The group rate for Aquarium Entry is: Group Rate Adults: $15.95 Children ( 3-12 ): $11.95 Children 2 and under FREE The behind the scenes tour is an additional $6 per person regardless of age. (15 people minimum to qualify as a group) I will need to call with a head count before we go so please confirm in thread below! Matt Egna - Both Heather Lloyd - Both Jared Lloyd - Both Jeff D'huyvetter - Aquarium Only Ed Bustamante +1 - Both Jeff - Tour Only Zina - Tour Only Charlie - Both Robin - Both Ron - Both Elaine - Both Carolyn - Both Wayne - Both Will +3 - Both Dave - Both Candace - Both Brandon - Both Gary - Both Beth - Both Jonathan +1 - Both Al - Both Ilene - Both Edited September 12, 2011 by zyphen add confirmed participants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coralrookie Report post Posted August 22, 2011 I am In for two sent from Ed's EVO using tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
