Is there a reef club in Chattanooga?

Angela2016 · May 16, 2016

I know this says Chattanooga reef club but is there really a club in Chattanooga? I'm new to the area and to reefing and would like to find people in the area to discuss topics/swap frags. Also it would be great if there were meetings to attend that are closer than Knoxville.

jsker · May 16, 2016

AlexStinson · May 17, 2016

To iterate on the answers in your two other posts on the subject:
Yes, there is a Chattanooga Reef Club. Most of our members have gotten out of the hobby, and we lack both participation, and locations to meet. LFS's aren't supportive of the club either, due to past issues. Sadly, I wouldn't hold your breath for a meeting. That said, I 100% support the club whenever possible.

AlexStinson · May 18, 2016

Maybe revhtree can have a meeting for his new 400 gallon!

Captain Nemo · May 25, 2016

I would be for meeting as well, since I am more freed up somewhat. It would be nice to see the club together again.

Yanksrkewl00 · Jun 25, 2016

I'd be down to for a meeting. I can bring my cousin who is also a reefer!

TheReefMasta · Jul 6, 2016

Angela2016 said:
I know this says Chattanooga reef club but is there really a club in Chattanooga? I'm new to the area and to reefing and would like to find people in the area to discuss topics/swap frags. Also it would be great if there were meetings to attend that are closer than Knoxville.

My new "Man Cave" Reef Room should be ready in September. I have had some delays due to work but I am making progress now. My wife and I have been talking and hoping we could get interest back for the club meetings. We have plenty of room and would like to host some club meetings. I will post updates on progress soon.

AlexStinson · Jul 6, 2016

We are also working on getting a house... it will be further down the road until we find the money to put in a tank like I would like, but I do at least see a big tank in the future.

Captain Nemo · Jul 7, 2016

I am following along for possible meetings. Will check periodically.

fullmonti · Oct 30, 2016

I would like to see the club active again. I have offered to host a meeting in the past and would like to see what others are doing as well.

JaimeAdams · Oct 31, 2016

Not local, but have experience in reef clubs. It sounds like you have enough interest right here to start being an active club again. With the interest I see here and some effort advertising on places like craigslist and facebook I bet you could have a decent club going again. If someone decides to bring life back into it reef2reef has a sub forum for reef club leaders that may be helpful to you guys.

fullmonti · Oct 31, 2016

I could call a couple people I know but maybe revhtree could send something to all the locals to help get the word out? Seems a shame to not have a club in an area this size.

Robink · Jul 15, 2017

I'm interested also. Moved here recently and would also like to join a club. PM me for my number and I'll help you best I can. They need some meetup groups for reefers! @Angela2016

fullmonti · Jul 16, 2017

It is a sad thing but I and others have offered to host a meeting and get very little in the way of people saying yes I would like that or even more than one or two replies to the offer.

reefwiser · Jul 16, 2017

You always start small. I started LMAS
http://www.lmas.org/
In the 1980's it was a slow go but grew thru the years. The club has hosted several MANCA's. It takes patience to build a club. Just like a reef tank. Start with 2 or 3 like minded friends and it will grow. It's all about networking with others.

fullmonti · Jul 16, 2017

I am giving an open offer to host a meeting. I am mostly retired so could be just about any weekend. We have plenty of parking an other things non aquarium family members might be interested in.

Robink · Jul 16, 2017

I'm in, I would also be able to host. Just let me know where and when. Even if it's only a few of us it would be nice to know other reefers in the area.