We are on a well in our new house so in fear of draining it (also slowly filling a 2000 gal pond) it'll be done over a few days.

Day 2 - Filled to nearly 300 gal, mixed salt, install a few powerheads and filters, added heaters to get temp. up, added enough sand to just cover the bottom, and mixed in some chemicals.

Day 3 - Added some more mixed water, added some live sand with a few critters, added 200 lbs of dry rock, and gave the front a once over with my new Tiger...