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10-01-2009, 08:27 PM
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The 4th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour
Since 2006 Prince George has been host to what we like to call The Reef Tank Tour. Founded by Karen Allan, The Reef Tank Tour was started as a means of educating new arrivals to the hobby of saltwater aquaria in the north by providing them with an opportunity to see first hand some of the thriving and successful reef aquariums in the area. Already close to 60 people have hand a chance to view over 2000 gallons of saltwater in Prince George homes! Every tank provides a little something different for its viewers to learn and grow from... and I'm not just talking about frags.
 So I hope you'll join us all again this year as we once again showcase some of the most spectacular reef aquariums in the north!The Prince George Reef Tank Tour will run for the months of October 2009 through to March 2010 with one tank being featured each month (if all goes as planned). At this time we are still in the planning stages of this years Tank Tour so I will continue to post information as it becomes available. In the mean time here are some pictures of previously featured reef aquariums in Prince George: Doug's 2007  George's 2007  Lonnies's 2007  Russell's 2008 
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour Last edited by whatcaneyedo; 12-09-2009 at 01:46 AM. 
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10-19-2009, 06:22 PM
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Subject to further notice this is the lineup for this years circuit of reef tank showings. Of course if anyone else in the area would like to show their tank in the Tank Tour there is always room for more!
George in December (myself) Russell in January UNBC in February Doug in March Hopefully others? Once we get closer to each month I'll post the exact dates, times, locations, contact information and anything else of relevance in this thread.
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour Last edited by whatcaneyedo; 01-31-2010 at 05:40 PM.
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11-14-2009, 02:33 PM
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Lonnie's 500gal
Lonnie's tank showing has been postponed until until further notice. Stay tuned for an update with a new time in the new year. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour Last edited by whatcaneyedo; 01-12-2010 at 05:34 AM. Reason: tank showing cancelled!
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11-14-2009, 02:41 PM
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George's 225gal
The second showing of this years Reef Tank Tour will be George Leven's meticulous 225gal reef tank! The open house will take place on Saturday December 12th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at 2363 Panorama Cres (in the Hart area). Once more the community frag tank will be available for anyone interested in buying or selling some of their frags during this tank showing. Email ahead to RSVP your space ASAP to whatcaneyedo@gmail.com. In addition to frags people are also welcome to bring used equipment and drygoods for sale for which no reservations are necessary.
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour Last edited by whatcaneyedo; 12-01-2009 at 02:09 AM. Reason: new start time
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11-16-2009, 05:40 PM
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usally pretty good to check out others tanks! i will be there... and a person usally can get some cheap coral!! Might have to throw mine in there... but my showing wouldn't be as nice as these showings.
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120gal, 2300gph closed loop, sissy 1500gal return pump with a 40ish gal sump.
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12-01-2009, 01:40 AM
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Quick update. Lonnie's tank showing has been postponed until the new year. George is now showing his on Saturday December 12th from 1:00 to 5:00pm. Sorry any inconvenience.
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour Last edited by whatcaneyedo; 12-01-2009 at 02:10 AM.
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12-13-2009, 02:36 AM
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A big thanks to everyone who braved the cold today and came out to see George's 225gal reef tank! There were a lot of new faces this time around which was really great to see. For those of you who couldnt make it or dont live in the area here is some of what you missed (full tank shot and a few of my favorites).
Unfortunately the Free Press was a no-show. I'm not sure what happened but I'm guessing the weather and timing had something to do with it.  I was able to snag a frag of this chalice!   BIG acan!  Really green plate.  Lots of orange rics!  Nice table!  Unusual platygyra(?)  Sweet blastos!  BIG bubble! 
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour
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12-14-2009, 06:59 PM
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His tank sure changed!! WOW. too bad i couldn't make it. Would have liked to get some frags.
Great photos!
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120gal, 2300gph closed loop, sissy 1500gal return pump with a 40ish gal sump.
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01-09-2010, 12:39 AM
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The Tank Tour makes local news!
I tried my hardest to get either George's or Lonnie's story and picture in the paper but what ended up happening was that I got featured instead. I guess I shouldn't complain I just don't want to make this event all about me... I'm just the organizer.
But anyways, here is our Reef Tank Tour story in the paper in full color for your viewing pleasure! There are a few little mistakes like: the Tank Tour began last month not last week and the last paragraph would make more sense to say "...from experienced local hobbyists" rather than "...from experienced.". My father was a perfectionist so sue me. (note that I lost a little off of the top and bottom when scanning) 
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"We shall dive down through black abysses... and in that lair of the Deep Ones we shall dwell amidst wonder and glory forever." - H.P. Lovecraft Old 120gal Tank Journal New 225gal Tank Journal May 2010 TOTM The 10th Annual Prince George Reef Tank Tour
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01-09-2010, 05:37 AM
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That was a good read! Another one I will miss!!! But I admit I have seen it a lot
 But I want 2 peaces of coral you have... I guess I better hurry now.
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