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Do you dream of creating a breathtaking reef tank that brings the magic of the ocean into your home? Are you driven to explore the endless possibilities of this incredible hobby and discover the wonders of the underwater world, right in your own space? The Mariner of the Month contest is your opportunity to shine! It’s a celebration of reef enthusiasts who embody the spirit of discovery, share their unique journeys, and inspire our vibrant community.
Each month, one outstanding hobbyist will be crowned Mariner of the Month through online voting on Reef2Reef, earning a fantastic prize package and a custom trophy to commemorate the honor. Monthly winners also become finalists for the ultimate title: Mariner of the Year 2025, with a grand prize worth over $12,000!
We’re looking for hobbyists who showcase creativity, commitment, and community spirit. This contest celebrates more than just your reef tank—it’s about you and the journey you’ve taken to make your reefing dreams a reality. Are you ready to Dream, Explore, and Discover? Let’s dive in!
REQUIREMENTS TO ENTER
- Must be an R2R member (new members welcome!)
- Have a tank thread on R2R
- Be 18 years or older (minors may participate with parental consent) and living in the continental US
- Monthly winners can only win once in the year but automatically qualify as a finalist for the Mariner of the Year selection!
To submit your entry, please include the following in a single post in this thread:
- A photo of yourself and a photo of your reef tank. (These can be separate photos or combined, but separate photos may better showcase your tank.)
- The name of your reef tank—or name it now if you haven’t already!
- Your response to this month’s Mariner of the Month prompt: Describe Your Dream Aquarium! (Your answer should be at least 5 sentences long.)
- A link to your build/tank thread on Reef2Reef. Don't have one? Our Members Aquarium Showcase is a great place to do that! CLICK HERE and get yours going!
- Tag the individual you would like to nominate.
- Share a nomination statement of at least 5 sentences, explaining why this person deserves to be considered. (Your statement will serve as an endorsement in the final voting thread.)
- Nominees must accept the nomination and complete the entry requirements in this thread to be considered as a Mariner of the Month finalist.
PRIZES
Our Community Selected MARINER OF THE MONTH for January 2025 will receive:
Total Prize Value is $1,000!! Here's what the winner will get:
- Mariner of the Month Trophy!
- Eshopps H2O 12-Gallon ATO Reservoir
- Premium Aquatics Gift Card/Store Credit: $250
- Top Shelf Aquatics Frag Pack: $250
- SaltwaterAquarium.com: $250
- Bragging Rights!!!
Mariner of the Year 2025: An ultimate prize package including a Mariner 130, a substantial gift card selection, and thousands of dollars in accessories!
RULES FOR ENTRY SUBMISSION AND WINNER SELECTION
Entries must be submitted by December 15, 2024. The top 20 entries will be selected by @ESHOPPS.INC staff. A new voting thread will be started by December 20, 2024 with 20 finalists for the community to select the MARINER OF THE MONTH. Winner of MARINER OF THE MONTH will be announced on January 2, 2024.
At the end of the contest, the winner's username will be tagged in the winning announcement. We will not email, PM, or contact the winner other than tagging their username. Be sure to check back to claim your prize.
Thanks so much to @ESHOPPS.INC for putting together this awesome event! Let the search for the Mariner begin!!
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