ONE thing I'll do to be a better reefer in 2021..

[revhtree]

A New Year usually means some new resolutions and new goals. But what about as a saltwater reef aquarium hobbyist? What have you learned that you want to be better at in 2021? Let's talk about that!

What's ONE thing you can improve on to be a better reefer in 2021?

 

[ReefSapper]

Yes, My goal is to get back to basics, don't chase numbers and enjoy the process.

 

[Mike from TN]

Yes!
My goal is to just sit back, enjoy it and keep my hands out of the water as much as possible!

 

[BaysEndReef]

More frequent, scheduled water changes, then work towards getting auto water changes set up.

 

[Arabyps]

Hold onto my wallet!

 

[skipol5665]

I have made the mistake of not putting every new fish in copper for 14 days prior to putting them in my display tank. I had an achilles tang in my QT for 14 that showed no signs of Ich, but after he was in the DT he got sick quick which in turn made the rest of my fish sick. I am still fighting thru cleaning out all my fish and DT. What a pain in the rear. That is my resolution for 2021

 

[Sthomp01]

Yes, My goal will be to continue the maintenance schedule and to relax and enjoy watching the grow out of the tank.

 

[\m/reefsnmetal\m/]

Upgrade and automate some of my equipment! I started barebones with as many cut corners as possible. My goal is to start an ATO and dosing pump to get that stability everyone keeps talking about.

 

[GoVols]

Hold onto my wallet!

lol

 

[ScottB]

Administering my two systems is just too hands-on. I need to do two things that may seem at odds, but should not be:
a) automate
b) simplify

I just have too many things that need to be adjusted or maintained frequently. That has been fine during C19, but at some point (late Summer?) the road will be calling.

Examples:
a) Recirculating CO2 scrubber reactor has to be purged of water. (Add an interim reservoir)
b) The CaRx accumulates microbubbles and has to be purged. (APEX Driven solenoid on a schedule)
c) Skimmer (Neck cleaner and skimmate locker)
d) Socks (Fleece roller mat)
e) Feeding (Avast Plank)
f) More/better optical sensors
g) Tank/sump remote camera

I'll still have someone stop by and do a check and a frozen feeding. Just too many little things are wrong every time I come back and I am a little too anxious each time.

 

[cryptodendrum]

I've been really focused on what I define as Sustainable Reefing for about 15 years now. Sustainable ecosystems in my tanks, sustainable on my budget, sustainable on my life and sustainable towards our global environment.

I don't think I can totally expect to make the investment in 2021, but hope I can get enough saved up to lay down the cash to go completely solar for our home and my hobby by 2022.

 

[ZoWhat]

I'm 55yrs old. Buying probably my last tank in my life. Buying a 240g motherload to replace my tiny-leaking 180

 

[LJLKRL05]

Just pay closer attention and keep it cleaner

 

[Jwb305]

Hold onto my wallet!

Amen

 

[Fernthereefer]

My goal is.... to be able to help people the same way experienced reefers have helped me.

Enjoy and spread the fun.

 

[RichReef]

I will attempt to keep up with my filter socks a lot better or invest in an AquaMaxx roller mat.

 

[afboundguy]

Not tick off my wife so much with the hobby that she demands I take down the tank!!! That's my main goal

 

[frank1203]

Yes. My goal is to watch the nutrients more closely so I can avoid nuisance algae and future problems. Also to keep up with my water changes.

 

[Pistol Peet]

Yes.. I will strive to be more committed to the regular schedule maintenance of my reef tank and fish only and frag tank.... I could be better at not letting some of this slip...

 

[KevPool]

My goal is to slow it down a bit, I tend to get carried away with the grill cheese.