4th Anual AnnArbor Area Reefers Frag Swap And Social Gathering!

[SIR PATRICK]

Its that time of year again!!!

This year we've relocated it from Ann Arbor to a MUCH larger facility, just outside of Ann Arbor, in Dexter, Just outside AnnArbor, and very close/easy access to the highway to accommodate the growing interest in the Ann Arbor Area Swap. We had quite the turn out last year and have grown out of our old spot! We look forward to seeing all the folks that previously attended the last 3 Ann Arbor area events as well as new swappers from all levels of the hobby. This swap will surely be one not to miss!!!

Where-

Swap-

Dexter K of C Hall
8265 Dexter Chelsea Rd.
Dexter, MI 48130

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Social Gathering after the swap- The home of the original 2 swaps

Creekside Bar and Grill
5827 Jackson Rd.
Ann Arbor MI 48103

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When-

Sunday, September 25th 2011.
From ? to ? (not set in stone so far)

General Admission:

$3 per person general admission
Kids 15 and under free with adult admission


Vendor/Hobbiest Table Price:

$25 per full table + Raffle donation Includes admission for 1
$15 per half table + Raffle donation Includes admission for 2

Setup restictions:
Max water volume per table: 30 gallons (or 15 gallons per half table)
Maximum power per table: 300 watts max. (e.g.,100 watt heater, 200 watts lighting)
Make sure your equipment is in good working order and not a safety hazard.
Bring your own extension cords and possible powerstrip for more than 1 plug. All cords must be clear of walkways or securely taped to avoid tripping.

Concessions/food will be available.

We are also planning to put together some sort of raffle event as well- Gets bigger and better every year!

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Edit-

Supposed to read-

$25 per full table + Raffle donation Includes admission for 2
$15 per half table + Raffle donation Includes admission for 1

If a Mod could fix this it would be appreciated.

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Also, due to the tables, we have been able to up the tank sizes to 50 gallons/ full table, or 25 gallons per 1/2 table!!!

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Tables are flying out of here!!!

Think we will stop table sales at 25 tables.....possibly a few more-

So get them while you can!!!

 

[Henryreef]

I have been waiting for a swap to come to Ann Arbor area and cannot wait to attend! Looking forward to it :thumbsup:

 

[MagoosReef]

Can't wait. Gonna be some great stuff there. First year attending the AA swap.

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Looking forward to seeing you guys there!!

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Tables are very close to being sold out, so get them while you can!!!

 

[SIR PATRICK]

I have been waiting for a swap to come to Ann Arbor area and cannot wait to attend! Looking forward to it :thumbsup:

Were you aware there a has been an AnnArbor area reef club started too?

Have you been to any of the past three A2 area swaps?

 

[Henryreef]

Were you aware there a has been an AnnArbor area reef club started too?

Have you been to any of the past three A2 area swaps?

No i was not aware and will definitely consider joining! I did not know about the past three swaps!

 

[Joe Pusdesris]

I would love to go, maybe I will stop on my way back from skydiving in the morning if the times work out.

 

[SIR PATRICK]

^ Hope it does work out for you! Would be great to see you there.

 

[Ronic]

Perfect, I have been wanting to go to a swap and now i have one within walking distance.:rollface:

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Ronic! Glad to see another Dexter reefer!

Looking forward to meeting you at the swap!

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Only 3 weeks to go!!!!

This should really start heating up now!!!

 

[jformani]

how many people attending last year and do you have any vendors registered for the swap? just curious, was thinking of driving up. thanks

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Not sure about posting non- sponcering vendors or not.....but we have in total around 25 8 ft. tables of vendors lined up so far this year, and are expecting more than 250 people to attend. Hoping to break the 300 mark though! Plenty of room for more in the new huge location!

 

[yoccm]

Have the hours for the meet been set yet?

 

[SIR PATRICK]

Yes- they have been set.

The swap goes from 1pm till 5pm and the social gathering afterwards at the local bar and grill will go from 5pm till ???.

Vendors/table holders will have access as early as 9:30am to set up, and give plenty of time for things to settle in and open up.

 

[SIR PATRICK]

2011 Ann Arbor Swap to be Broadcast Live

We’re planning on a live broadcast of this year’s Ann Arbor Swap. We’ll be on the air about an hour before the swap begins with our “Vendor Showcase” – a 60 second visit with all available vendors giving you an early preview of the show floor and an opportunity to meet the vendors and get glimpse of what they have available.

In addition to the Vendor Showcase, we’ll cover much of the swap including the raffle and post-event social. There is also a chat feature - We’ll have a laptop setup streaming audio and video enabling those who can't attend to interact with those on-site (and put a face with a screen name.) Everyone able to attend make sure you visit the video station and introduce yourself to our remote attendees!

We’re just working out the final details and will post the website for access in the next couple of days.

Coral Sea Dreaming - Awaken

Another addition to this year’s swap – We’ll be previewing David Hannan's Coral Sea Dreaming – Awaken. This film was just introduced at MACNA to rave reviews. The dive photography is stunning and the narration inspiring. Everyone will enjoy this production (in Blue Ray HD), including children that might otherwise be bored at a swap event.

Please feel free to add any comments or suggestion to see to this thread. We’re hoping to see you at the swap – either in person, or virtually!