Feb 15, 2026 (Sunday) - Official Socali Reefer Meetup Field Trip @ Garrett's Acropolis

[Jimbo327]

Let's have a field trip to an local outdoor backyard reef acro farm. https://www.garretts-acropolis.com/

No fees, no invitation needed, just come and hang/talk reef. Meet new reefers...do a bit of swapping...build a local reef community. And bring your orange lens glasses for this field trip!

Date: Sunday February 15th, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm (Time is strictly enforced on this field trip)
Location: Garrett's Acropolis
Address will be sent out to everyone on the Socali Reefer Meetup mailing list shortly.

If you are interested in going, and are not part of the mailing list. Please PM Richard (@wishntoboutside) or Ben (@ndrwater) for Garrett's Acropolis address.

This Month's Topic:

• Special Guest: Steve Garrett (Owner and operator of Garrett's Acropolis)
• Check out an actual outdoor reef farm system (I remember seeing the 1st iteration of Steve's backyard operation back in 2000's).
  • Learn about his geothermal heating/cooling system.
  • Ask Questions about the system (Rain, Lighting, etc.)
• Discuss topics / Special events for 2026

Post on the thread if you are coming and new to the meetup.

This is an unique opportunity hosted by Socali Reefer's Meetup Group and Thanks to Steve for graciously opening up his operation to us.

 

[bakbay]

Nice - Steve is a cool dude. Since it’s on a Sunday (and assume I bought flowers the day before and didn’t get grounded) I actually can make it!

Uh - wait, it’s also Lunar’s New Year weekend…

 

[ndrwater]

Uh - wait, it’s also Lunar’s New Year weekend…

You're killing me Smalls!! This is actually the 4th day option because of all sorts of schedule conflicts....
Im hoping everyone can make it!!

 

[bakbay]

You're killing me Smalls!! This is actually the 4th day option because of all sorts of schedule conflicts....
Im hoping everyone can make it!!

lol good times!

 

[drexel]

Sounds like fun, I'll plan to make it. I always enjoy talking with Steve at the shows (along with everyone else). Looking forward to this. Thanks Jimbo!

 

[wishntoboutside]

This is going to be a great event
As one can see we have some great things coming this year lots of things in the pipeline

I look forward to seeing everyone.
Email with address of event is going out later today. I just waiting for a few people's emails address

 

[bakbay]

All bs aside, Steve is a good friend. I’ve been to his farm many times in the last 7+ years that I’ve known him. Will definitely try to be there!

 

[Crazy Corals]

I should be able to make it he has a unique setup

 

[janiners305]

Finally a day we might actually be able to make it!


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[Reefer Reboot]

I'd like to go. Can you add me to the mailing list?

 

[Veinz]

Sunday is perfect… No work… no kids sporting events just Sunday Funday at Steve’s. I’m in!!

 

[wishntoboutside]

I'd like to go. Can you add me to the mailing list?

Please message me for with your email address

 

[ndrwater]

Yes, Ill be there .. in case anyone doubted...or cared...

 

[shootingstar_reef]

ooooh might try and make it to this! I love his stuff!

 

[moondoggy]

I appreciate all the effort put in for finding a time that maybe not perfect but will be accessible for most people in the club.

 

[wishntoboutside]

Ok guys I added many to the list. The original email was resent and all those that were requesting information have been added to the group list. If one dos not see the email please send me a message
Thanks

 

[drexel]

Ok guys I added many to the list. The original email was resent and all those that were requesting information have been added to the group list. If one dos not see the email please send me a message
Thanks

Just DM'd you, as I forgot to send my email.

 

[mescobar]

Looks like light rain is forecasted for Sunday, we'll get to see how the farm handles rain