International Women’s Day

Yesterday, March 8th, was International Women’s Day. While I often think about my role as a female in a male dominated career and hobby, I took more time to intentionally examine what that means and how that impacts this community...

ALERT: Legislation Targeting the Aquarium Trade in Honolulu City and County

The aquarium trade is under attack again in Hawaii and our industry needs your help. Keep reading below and help the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council and your beloved hobby. PLEASE CONTACT THE COMMITTEE MEMBERS IMMEDIATELY! The Honolulu City Council plans to once again debate and vote on a bill that directly targets the aquarium trade. Animal rights activists have targeted the marine aquarium trade in Hawaii and have found a champion in the Honolulu City Council.  The core of Bill 66 (2020) remains the same as the one attempted in on Hawaii County in 2015, with substantial and onerous reporting requirements added for good measure.  Since the animal rights community has a long history of never letting facts or reason get in the way of an emotional

A Reefing Legend Passes Away

I am extremely devastated to let you know about the passing of Bob Fenner, one of reef keeping hobby’s pioneers, an inspiration to many and one of all time greats for our hobby. His accomplishments are...