Wow! This thread took off while I took some time off from the reef scene. Thanks for all the good feedback and thank you everyone for coming down and making it such a great event. We're firmly against moving backwards with anything we do, so you can bet the next one will be even bigger, better and more fun. As soon as my head stops spinning I'll be getting on planning the next one...
I'll have pictures and stats about the event soon, but just for a sneak peak:
When Taylor, head of the Cameroon Development Fund, said we sent three kids to college for a year, that was based on early estimates. After the final count we actually sent five kids to college for a year! This includes everything from tuition to room and board! It takes a truly unique community to join together and relocate that kind of funds half way around the world, and I'm proud to be a part of it.
Elite Reef Fest was also a record setting day for Elite Reef which means we can continue to bring you exactly what you want to see in your LFS. This community can only get stronger from here!
As far as I've heard from Santeramos, they saw a 250% increase in sales Saturday also. Huge boost for an awesome little mom-and-pop pizza joint.
I can't wait for next year, and I'll be on planning for the next 12 months, so keep up with the
Elite Reef Fest website for details...