About us

Index

• Who we are
• What we do
• What sort of topics are discussed
• When and where do we meet
• Who can join
• I am a beginner, does that matter
• How do I know I will like it
• How much does it cost
• I am interested, what do I do next

Who we are

We are a group of approximately 30 people that meet once a month to learn more about our hobby "Tropical Fish Keeping"
Our members have a huge range of interests within the hobby and are all keen on discussing any aspect any fish related issues - and any thing else that comes up.

What do we do?

The meetings are varied in both topic and format. For instance we often:

Invite a speaker who presents their specialist area in the form of a slide show, video etc followed by a question and answer session (allowing us to drain every minute and interesting piece of detail from them)

Have a members evening where the evening is spent discussing any fish topic that presents itself

Have members bring along fish for us to identify, diagnose, admire and enjoy

Have raffles for fish products such as food and water treatments as well as treats for us humans such as wine and chocolates!

Each year we hold a fish show where anyone and everyone is welcome to bring along fish for entry into the show. The fish are judged by FBAS judges before the area is opened up for everyone to view the weird and the wonderful. This is an incredibly enjoyable day out for anyone who enjoys their fish and is made even more worthwhile by the fact that a true bargain could be had at the auction and the raffle.

What sort of topics are discussed?

Essentially anything and everything to do with fish. Our Programme Officer arranges for speakers to visit and talk abouth their specialist area so the topics of discussion are generally centred arount the speakers interests. Members evenings offer the opportunity for anyone to raise any topic for discussion. Recent topics presented to the club include:

The genus Brachyraphis

Culturing live foods (white worm, Grindal worm, micro worm, fruit fly maggots etc.)

Understanding Cichlid behaviour

Identifying Corydoras Catfish

Breeding Angel fish commercially

Setting up a marine tank (although non-tropical discussions are rare)

As can be seen the list is diverse and offers the opportunity for everyone, beginners and experts alike, to learn something.

When and where do we meet?

The club meets generally on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 8pm until 10pm (although members are often still chatting until 10.30 and beyond)
The venue is the British Aerospace Worker's Association (BAWA) Club on Southmead Road in Filton, Bristol (UK). This building was chosen as it has several conference rooms with projection and video equipment, has a bar which we can use for refreshments throughout the evening and has ample off-road car parking.

Who can join?

Anyone interested in fish, even if you dont keep them!

I am a beginner, does that matter?

Not at all, no experience is required.

How do I know I will like it?

I guess you will not know until you come along to one of our meetings. If you decide you want to join us then you pay your membership, if not, then there is no charge!

How much does it cost?

The current membership runs from January till December and costs as follows:

Single membership - £12.00 per year
Joint membership - £13.00
Family Membership - £14.00
Junior/OAP Membership - £7.00

I am interested, what do I do next?

All the details of the next meeting and the venue are on the home page - just come along to the meeting where we will be happy to see you.