MACNA 2017...Sweet

[macna_2017]

scruggs1;1099395 wrote: I'm just coming back to the hobby after a few years hiatus. I can say that when we hosted MACNA in 2008, we had a large, very active ARC membership. I met a lot of cool people through the club. Our Christmas parties were awesome and highly anticipated events. At monthly meetings, (usually we rotated through the different LFS that would host it), we had power buys (salt, pumps, lights, etc.) almost every to every other month. Frag swaps happened several times a year. When we didn't meet at an LFS (or sometimes before or after the meetings at the LFS) we usually met somewhere to eat and have drinks. 25-35 people would be at every meeting. I have many fond memories of good friends and good times. Hope it returns to that.

ARC is not alone here. Clubs in all areas have been experiencing such things in recent years. Many believe social media has been detrimental to forums which have historically been the gathering point and inspiration for many things clubs come together for as far as meetings as swaps. :/

 

[macna_2017]

Before you visit New Orleans for MACNA 2017, you will need to learn the local lingo! Bayou Reefkeeping has you covered with this video!

 

[macna_2017]

Would the president of ARC or one of the board of directors members please PM me? We would like to offer something to ARC for MACNA 2017. Thanks!

 

[macna_2017]

MACNA_2017;1099419 wrote: Would the president of ARC or one of the board of directors members please PM me? We would like to offer something to ARC for MACNA 2017. Thanks!

Anyone?

 

[macna_2017]

Imagine this... You've finished up a day at MACNA 2017 in New Orleans. Your horse drawn carriage now awaits you at the historic Jackson Square. Enjoy a ride through the French Quarter!

http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/">http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/</a>
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Don't forget to purchase your full conference passes and book your hotel rooms! Remember, early birds get better prices on passes and first choice on rooms!

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[bcavalli]

MACNA_2017;1099419 wrote: Would the president of ARC or one of the board of directors members please PM me? We would like to offer something to ARC for MACNA 2017. Thanks!

Pm sent

 

[frag freak]

I am not to much for expos....but if mana ever hit ATL I would volunteer in a heartbeat

 

[macna_2017]

frag freak;1101196 wrote: I am not to much for expos....but if mana ever hit ATL I would volunteer in a heartbeat

It's a lot of fun! Especially when in Nola.

 

[macna_2017]

MACNA 2017..... Reefkeeping hobbyists will crowd the world famous Bourbon Street in New Orleans! August 25-27 hosted by Bayou Reefkeeping!

http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/">http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/</a>
[IMG]http://macnaconference.org/2017/travel/hotel-discounts/">http://macnaconference.org/2017/travel/hotel-discounts/</a>

Don't forget to purchase your full conference passes and book your hotel rooms! Remember, early birds get better prices on passes and first choice on rooms!

[IMG]http://www.bayoureefkeeping.com/public/style_images/master/bourbonstreet.jpg alt="" />

 

[spike]

Can't wait, can't wait, can't wait,....I guess I will have to come down in March to do some practicing for the real event.'

 

[macna_2017]

The perfect holiday gift for aquarium hobbyists! Order your MACNA Full Conference Passes today while they're still cheap!
http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/">http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/</a>

Prices increase on January 1 so don't hesitate! MACNA 2017 is from August 25 - 27, hosted by Bayou Reefkeeping at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center!

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[xilez]

Hi there! Where is the option top purchase tickets to just the Exhibit floor and workshops/speakers. No need for either Friday/Sat banquets. Are these for sale yet?

 

[macna_2017]

xilez;1102733 wrote: Hi there! Where is the option top purchase tickets to just the Exhibit floor and workshops/speakers. No need for either Friday/Sat banquets. Are these for sale yet?

Hey! Those are not for sale yet but I can tell you that you will get the most bang for your buck with the full conference pass option.

 

[macna_2017]

Introductory Discounted Rates on MACNA 2017 Weekend Passes and Single Day Passes! $110 per Weekend Pass (all 3 days) or $37 per Single Day Pass!!!

http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/">http://macnaconference.org/2017/registration/</a>

Includes access to the exhibit floor, speakers, workshops, and prize drawings! MACNA 2017 is August 25 through 27 in New Orleans!

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Note: Weekend Passes and Single Day Passes do not include access to Friday night reception or Saturday night banquet. Full Conference Passes include reception and banquet passes. You may also purchase reception and banquet passes separately.

 

[macna_2017]

Enjoy this amazing MACNA 2017 video and special January promotion! Eleven Lucky Winners who purchase their Full Conference Pass in January will get to sit with Mr. Saltwater Tank at the Saturday night MACNA Banquet!

Buy your passes here: http://nolamacna.com/registration">http://nolamacna.com/registration</a>

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Again, this promotion is only for those who purchase a Full Conference Pass in January. MACNA 2017 is hosted by Bayou Reefkeeping from August 25-27 in New Orleans.

 

[macna_2017]

Enjoy this amazing MACNA 2017 video and special January promotion! Eleven Lucky Winners who purchase their Full Conference Pass in January will get to sit with Mr. Saltwater Tank at the Saturday night MACNA Banquet!

Buy your passes here: http://nolamacna.com/registration">http://nolamacna.com/registration</a>

[IMG]https://youtu.be/-LYJXmCeZYc">https://youtu.be/-LYJXmCeZYc</a>

Again, this promotion is only for those who purchase a Full Conference Pass in January. MACNA 2017 is hosted by Bayou Reefkeeping from August 25-27 in New Orleans.

 

[macna_2017]

Buy Your Full Conference Pass and Book Your Room in February to be eligible to win an executive level room upgrade!

http://nolamacna.com/registration">http://nolamacna.com/registration</a>

MACNA - Marine Aquarium Conference of North America 2017, hosted by Bayou Reefkeeping, is Friday August 25 through Saturday August 27 in New Orleans, LA at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center with lodging at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside.

[IMG]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKU_DoHUVLQ">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKU_DoHUVLQ</a>

 

[KrisDeitz]

Man you guys just want us to buy all kinds of crap dont you

 

[macna_2017]

PFCDeitz;1106951 wrote: Man you guys just want us to buy all kinds of crap dont you

We are extremely proud to be able to bring MACNA to New Orleans and hope to see plenty of like-minded marine aquarium hobbyists there!

 

[spike]

MACNA_2017;1106956 wrote: We are extremely proud to be able to bring MACNA to New Orleans and hope to see plenty of like-minded marine aquarium hobbyists there!

If Atlanta had MACNA I would be yelling from top of Stone Mountain. Bayou Reefkeeping is a well run club with great people. They want New Orleans MACNA to be the best one ever. Knowing BAYOU Reefkeeping it will be. Every year they hold one of the best Frag Swaps in the country. The statements I made above is why New Orleans got MACNA. I will be there