2011 Nano Build Contest FW or SW

If you want to sign up for the contest, simply post a reply in this thread. All it needs to say is "I'm in , or In it " or something clearly stating that you wish to participate.


THE RULES !!!



THE TANK
Any tank up to 10g ,not a drop bigger (yes I will count the drops in your tank )

THE LIGHTING
Your choice

POWERHEADS AND HANG ON BACK FILTERS AND PUMPS
Your choice

STANDS
Any stand may be used. Entrants will not be judged on their stand.

SUMPS/REFUGIUMS
sumps or refugiums are permitted. (no larger than 10g)

OTHER RULES INFORMATION
(Answers to common questions)

Can thermometers be used?
Yes, any thermometer may be used.

Can I test my water using test kits (ph, alk, cal, etc) such as Salifert brand?
Yes, all typical fresh or marine aquarium test kits may be used for your tank entry.

Can I plumb my contest tank to my display?
No, it must be a stand-alone system.

Can I rig up some sort of auto top off system?
Yes, auto top off systems are okay.

Can I stock my stock contest entry tank with plants or corals from my display tank?
FRAGS ONLY - NO COLONIES FROM EXISTING SYSTEM

Can I dose my tank with nutrients, etc?
You are welcome to dose your tank as you see fit.

What can I put in it?
Anything you want, but let's be reasonable here! No animals that obviously cannot survive happily and be healthy in a pico tank.

HOW TO ENTER THE CONTEST
To officially enter this contest you will need to take a photo with something (specified the day the contest begins, i.e. a newspaper) inside your unfilled tank setup. You will post this information in your own entry thread in this forum. This proves that your tank was empty on the date that the contest starts.

ENTRY THREAD INFORMATION
Your entry thread is where all the information, photos, and updates for your contest tank will be posted. When you are ready to enter the contest, please create a new topic in the appropriate area forum. The topic title should be: “Your Username - Contest" or something similar, to identify you and your participation. You must post the dated photo of your empty tank on or after March 1, 2011 to show that you have not started your tank ahead of time!

Updates to the progress of your contest tank must be posted at a minimum of once per month, and include at least 3 photos. Entries with missing months of updates will be disqualified for final voting. At the end of the contest, all entrants will be asked to make a final post summarizing the progress their tank has made.

Remember to keep your entries as clear and organized as possible.

A WORD ABOUT TANK CRASHES!
If your tank crashes (for any reason) you will not be able to restart after contest entry has closed (June 1, 2011).

Reason: If your tank crashes, you would have to set it up again which would be basically be entering a new system after contest entry has ended. The point of this contest is to keep a healthy reef the first time around, not to start and then restart over and over if you continually hose your system.

IMPORTANT DATES
March 1 , 2011 - Contest officially begins
June 1, 2011 - last day to enter contest
August 15, 2011 - Last day to add livestock (livestock includes fish, inverts, corals, macroalgae, plants, etc.)
December 31, 2011 - Last day of contest

PRIZES
First prize :

$100 gift certificate good for use at the vendor of choice for the winner (local or online) must be aquarium related.

25% off certificate to the winner as well as a Duncan coral. from aquascapesofeasttx7410

Runner UP :

$25 Gift Certificate to Coral Creations , from Coral Creations

DUE TO CORAL CREATIONS CLOSING A NEW PRIZE WILL BE AWARDED TO THE RUNNER UP

prize will be announced soon





At the end of the contest, all eligible systems will be judged by the community. Besides general bragging rights, a prize will be awarded to the top tank!

Please note that this contest will require you to have a digital camera, or access to a digital camera at least once per month. You will not be able to participate without one.

Any questions? Send a PM to Bryan.

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1. Bryan
2. DonnieP
3. matt_longview - got skeered and dropped out
4. JoseH
5. jmg32595
6. J.Davis
7. Anjiro
8. Jaiden (lil' ritter)
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In it suckas

Instead of a no moving from main display rule... how about a no colonies rule. That way it doesn't matter if it's purchased or transferred, it just has to start out as a frag.

There's no point in buying something you already have in your main display. But keeping it frags only keeps a level playing field.

I almost put that , but didnt.


Now its there

Still looking for contestants, even if you are only a maybe let us know.

Im in just started building my 5.5 with refugium today leds should be in by the first of march

Cool, will add you to the list


As long as you are up and running by June 1 you will be good

IMPORTANT : When you decide to enter the contest, remember to create a thread , or add the word CONTEST to your thread so it can be easily identified.



Thank you, Bryan

Add me to the list. Hmmmm....

FW peeps, keep in mind this contest is for you too. I have seen many small planted tanks that would put a reef to shame any day. Lets see what you got .

**Big thanks to Coral Creations, they have agreed to also give a $25 gift card to the winner !!**




Thanks again

Bryan wrote:**Big thanks to Coral Creations, they have agreed to also give a $25 gift card to the winner !!**




Thanks again

Thank You Coral Creations

i am willing to give frags....just dont clean me out

post what and how many and I will add it.

How about 1st 2nd & 3rd place prices

1st- $100 gift card

2nd- $25 Coral Creations gift card

that could work

or grand prize $100 and frags


runner up $25 GC

Yes, that is excellent

thats what it will be then as soon as we get a confirmed list of the # of frags offered.


Dont really need a type of frag, just the # of frags

Big Thanks to Wade ( aquascapesofeasttx7410 ) For his prize donation of :

25% off certificate to the winner as well as a Duncan coral.


The Prize list will be updated from time to time as more prizes are donated, so keep your eyes open. Who knows what may show up.

Very nice! Thanks wade.

Thank you Wade

contest starts at Midnight, place any electronic item in your tank tanke a picture of it and make that your first official post. Cell phone does count and probably easiest to come by. I chose an electronic item because if you started your tank before the start date you will have to drain your tank again to be a legit contender.


Good Luck Everyone !!!!

Just noticed this. Oh baby, I'm in.