Maritime Aquarium

[Chiefmcfuz]

Well Me and the fam went on a field trip today in search of fun, adventure and an albino alligator. Where else could you go but the Norwalk aquarium?

Here are some pics!

 

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This and the next posts are their propagation system. I got to talking with a few of the people and found out that they are in need of help with their reef tank, it is scratched and they need someone who is good with acrylic that can help buff out the scratches. They also are looking to redo the tanks as well and are looking for donations of coral, fish and inverts. They have a problem getting stock in and mentioned lookdowns and lionfish specifically. If you donate something they will give you a donation letter for your taxes. I would love to do a group donation to them since they don't have the resources that other places do. most of the workers there year round are volunteers and interns. They are required to get permits every time they go collecting on Long Island and would love anyone help them out.

(baby Sea horse breeding)

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

End of prop/experiment tanks pics.



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[Chiefmcfuz]

:shhh: Be careful on your next local collection trip in the sound these guys live there too!

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Above is the exact tank that inspired my wife to let me go reef!

These 3 anemones were absolutely beautiful! That top one is HUGE!!!

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Chill Dude!!!

Cool Box/Jawfish tank!

Can you believe the size of that skimmer!!!

Like the sign says!!

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

We had a great time as always the Sea Turtle and the Alligator are personal faves. This is right in our backyard and it's a nice place to go. http://www.maritimeaquarium.org/

I wonder if a frag/fish/invert drive would be possible from the people at MR. I think it would be a nice addition to the DBTC spirit shown here. They don't sell the livestock they educate people on it. I know one of our acrylic guys here might be able to help with that reef tank too.

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

Wife dropped her film off today for development. Will hopefully she got some good pics too.

 

[cb747]

Looking good! I was there quite a few years ago. Could be time to revisit!!

 

[JLAudio]

Im really impressed with this place. I never even knew it existed, I thought the only options were Coney Island (which has much to be desired) and Atlantis (a bit of a hike). Im gonna check this place out this summer. Thanks for sharing great pics.

 

[masterswimmer]

Looks like you guys had a lot of fun B. Good memories.

Thanks for sharing.

swimmer

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

:bump: for anyone interested in helping them out! Donations of livestock are needed to help with their propagation program.

 

[aaron23]

beautiful pics chief, so clear !! thanks for sharing them, sounds like you had a blast

lol didnt realize this was july.. :lol2: still sweeeet!

 

[bruma bull]

pics

Great pic's, there should be an event put together for them, like a frag swap at that aquarium id go.

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

We're working on something. It's gonna be a work thing.

http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/connecticut/50577-maritime-aquarium-asking-us-help.html