I would like to take you on a journey to the South Pacific and into the waters of Fiji where the most exciting advances in the marine aquarium hobby are taking place.  But first, I must give the credit where credit is due.  You, the hobbyist have been the inspiration and foundation for professionals like myself to become engaged in marine aquaculture.  The sharing of information over the past few years has been incredibly positive and, in my opinion, has inspired those in the profession to take a serious look at alternative methods to supply you with the most beautiful and sustainable corals and live rock the industry has to offer.  To continue these efforts we are depending on the support of the hobbyist to demand specimens from a conscientiously sustainable harvest and increased interest in what is available from the few coral farms that exist today and hopefully more in the future. 
    I have noticed on several chat rooms (that I occasionally browse) that a significant amount of  “frag”  trading goes on between various hobby groups.  This activity stands alone in its significance to “spread the word” and I applaud your commitment to learn, explore and share the knowledge in our wonderful hobby.
    I sincerely hope you enjoy this site and look forward to your comments.  In the words of my good friend Bob Fenner (slightly plagiarized) I would like to share this thought as our inspiration to move towards an exciting future: 
“May your brush with captive marine life enhance your appreciation of the living world, inspire you to share your experience with others and foster enlightened stewardship of our planet”.

Walt Smith