Reef keeping is a great hobby, and one of the biggest keys to success is knowledge. When I started, I picked up a couple of books on the topic and perused online discussion boards to gather insights from folks who had more experience than me. A local frag swap is another great way to become knowledgeable and meet like-minded folks. This type of venue provides a unique opportunity to do some reef keeping speed dating and connect with vendors, fellow hobbyists and industry experts to learn and share experiences. The key is to become a sponge and soak up as much as possible. I have visited many swaps and this past Sunday I attended one of my favorites, the Manhattan MÁS