DIY: Acrylic Repair
Recently a fellow hobbyist offered me a new sump that arrived damaged from shipping. Do not let anything go to waste! Attempt to repair it if the damage is minor... Read more.
Reefing on the Cheap?
“Reefing on the cheap” may sound like an oxymoron. All hobbies and pets have a cost of entry. But there are ways to reduce your costs. When it comes... Read more.
Product Review: Hanna Instruments Marine Magnesium Checker® HC HI783
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The Hanna Instruments Marine Magnesium Checker HI783 is a great addition for any saltwater reef enthusiast. The three primary water parameters for proper coral... Read more.
Re-Visited: Anti-Bacterial Treatments for Anemones
Per the late Bob Fenner, large anemones tend to succumb to bacterial infections easily during shipment. These large anemones often die shortly after they reach the... Read more.
Travel: Virginia Living Museum
This summer had been filled with trips for my family. After 2 years in the COVID isolated environment we needed to get out for sanity’s sake. One of these... Read more.
Update: The Great Reset
In the article named The Great Reset I outlined my plan to refresh an 8 year old overgrown 120 gallon reef tank. This system was Montipora species dominant with... Read more.
Product Review: Hanna Instruments Marine Ammonia Checker® HC (HI7184)
Recently I received this new Hanna Marine Ammonia Checker for review. Just in time during the fishless cycling of some new aquascape rocks I just built. In the... Read more.
Reefing Woes… Troubleshooting with Signature Analysis
Many reefers (beginners and veterans alike) will encounter setbacks that are inherent in this hobby. In order to find a correct path forward you must learn how to... Read more.
Product Review: Hanna Instruments HALO2 Wireless pH Tester for Field
The HALO2 Wireless pH Tester for Field is a nice tool for monitoring and logging your pH and temperature without a controller. The basic datalogging application... Read more.
Travel: Shedd Aquarium, Chicago IL
If you are in Chicago, Illinois you want to stop by the Shedd Aquarium. It is a short walk along the “Magnificent Mile” on the edge of Lake Michigan.... Read more.