{"id":7336,"date":"2025-01-16T01:57:02","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T06:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/ovas\/?p=7336"},"modified":"2025-02-24T11:02:16","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T16:02:16","slug":"january-27-meeting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/ovas\/january-27-meeting\/","title":{"rendered":"January 27 &#8211; Meeting"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>A fish-friendly reminder from the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This meeting will dive into cool gadgets and nifty gizmos that have helped to advance this hobby year after new year!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Presentation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A Guide to High-Tech Aquariums [Carl Presseault]\n<p>The aquarium hobby has come a long way over the years. If you\u2019ve been keeping aquariums for a while, you\u2019ve likely seen firsthand how technology has evolved, making it easier than ever to create stunning underwater landscapes. The idea of a high-tech aquarium isn\u2019t new, but it has always relied on the latest innovations of its time. Fast forward to today, and the hobby has moved well beyond the days of T12 fluorescent and incandescent light bulbs.<\/p>\n<p>In this talk, Carl will explore what it takes to create a planted, high-energy aquarium. From fertilizers and CO\u2082 systems to advanced lighting and other key elements, he\u2019ll break down the tools and techniques that transform a tank into a lush, thriving aquascape. Whether you\u2019re just starting out or looking to take your skills to the next level, this discussion will offer plenty of insights and inspiration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Prizes<\/strong> have been sponsored<strong> by Seachem<\/strong> for this presentation!<br \/>\nMembers are encouraged to set up <strong>vendor tables<\/strong>, so bring some cash if looking to shop.<br \/>\n<strong>OVAS will <\/strong>have<strong>\u00a0fish bags available<\/strong>\u00a0for purchase: 25\/$3 or 50\/$5.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meeting Location<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/J.A.+Dulude+Arena\/@45.4038304,-75.7250252,17.58z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x4cce06be3ccc7775:0x1c44e9f0e6540ea6!8m2!3d45.3746497!4d-75.7465381\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">J.A. Dulude Arena<\/a><br \/>\n941 Clyde Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K2C 4B2<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Program<\/strong><br \/>\nWe have secured some great speakers for the remainder of the season. Please stay tuned to our socials for these announcements.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dates to remember<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>February\u00a024th, 2025\u00a0(Monday 7pm)\u00a0Meeting<br \/>\nMarch 22nd, 2025\u00a0(Saturday 11am)\u00a0<strong>Giant Auction <\/strong>(Location: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Woodroffe+United+Church\/@45.3753119,-75.7759274,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x4cce014a9769edf7:0x86c2298742f40307!8m2!3d45.3753082!4d-75.7733525!16s%2Fg%2F1tjl5jl2?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExMy4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Woodroffe United Church<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>March 24th, 2025\u00a0(Monday 7pm)\u00a0Meeting<br \/>\nApril\u00a028th, 2025\u00a0(Monday 7pm)\u00a0Meeting<br \/>\nMay 26th, 2025\u00a0(Monday 7pm)\u00a0Meeting<\/p>\n<p>OVAS memberships can be renewed for the 2024-2025 season at monthly meetings or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/ovas\/about-ovas\/membership\">online<\/a> (PayPal). Current memberships will expire on September 30, 2025<\/p>\n<p>This is a FREE event sponsored by the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society. Anyone with an interest in aquariums and related hobbies is welcome to attend. OVAS presentations are a great place to meet other aquarium hobbyists, exchange ideas and learn more about fish and aquatic plant keeping.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sponsor<\/strong>\u00a0discounts for members:<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/akuadesign.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Akua Design<\/a><\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/aquariumzen.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AquaZen<\/a>\u00a0*<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bigalscurbside.com\/ottawa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Big Al\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0*<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.critterjungle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Critter Jungle<\/a>\u00a0*<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/lanicheetmoi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Niche &amp; Moi<\/a>\u00a0*<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pondsandaquaria.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ponds &amp; Aquaria<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>* 10% discount<\/strong>\u00a0for aquarium-related goods and livestock. Please see the sponsor for restrictions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Happy fish-keeping!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/ovas\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/www.ovas.ca\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1634178511754000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEEGDlnul2n62HaTrbAIPWIDtWYkw\">www.ovas.ca<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/OttawaValleyAquariumSociety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/OttawaValleyAquariumSociety\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1634178511754000&amp;usg=AFQjCNEaaz0tqOCqS11RpeOAdUrrJtUKfA\">facebook.com\/OttawaValleyAquariumSociety\/<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ovas_ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ovas_ca\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1634178511754000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFX5Wqg1-wOcg8bkyrpiEGeE_zpug\">instagram @ovas_ca<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Liam Epp (tanksalot360)<br \/>\nMembership Chair<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A fish-friendly reminder from the Ottawa Valley Aquarium Society&#8230; This meeting will dive into cool gadgets and nifty gizmos that have helped to advance this hobby year after new year! &nbsp; Presentation A Guide to High-Tech Aquariums [Carl Presseault] The aquarium hobby has come a long way over the years. 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