Aquatic Warehouse

[GaryP]

I had stopped by Aquatic Warehouse on Sat. and there was a sign saying they were closed for remodeling and would reopen on 5/17. I hadn't been by there in a long time. I was in that part of town today and being curious as to what was up, I decided to stop in.

Well, I found out that our very own Louis has bought Aquatic Warehouse. He is recognizing MAAST charter memberships and giving a 10% discount. As soon as we work out a few details he will also become a MAAST sponsor. We had a very good and wide ranging conversation and I was generally very impressed with his plans for the shop. He is planning on opening earlier in the day and expanding the shop's hours. I know that was an issue for a lot of you under the previous ownership. They are going to be offering a 20% discount on livestock along the lines of a bag day, but will not be holding livestock in bags as some other shops do. I would encourage everyone to stop in and at least say hello and let them know you are from MAAST.

I believe he has posted something about the change in ownership in the vendor forum. For those of you not familiar with Aquatic Warehouse he is located at:

10852 Gulfdale
(210) 348-7004

[don-n-sa]

thanks for the info Gary

[cbianco]

Hey all

I have dealt with Louis on many occassions. I am sure that he does not know exactly who I am but I appreciate his help! He has talked and educted me on several trips there, even a few that didn't included a purchase. Thanks Louis!

I hope that the dwindling selection of corals was due to the change over in management. As far as I can remember (past six months) the corals were plentiful and in tip top shape. I look forward to future visits.

Christopher

[::pete::]

I went last weekend or was it before ... anyway they were closed and now I know why.

Best of luck Louis!!

[::pete::]

It doesnt have to be passer by traffic ... just traffic ;)

[GaryP]

Yea, lets keep the riff raff out.

[z28pwr]

I was there on Tuesday and you can already start to see a few improvements. Hopefully he will open till atleast 9:00 since it's hard for people that get off at 6:00 to make it there by eight and catch dinner at the same time.

[Louis]

Hey everyone! Thanks again for all the support. I've been working real hard to address the issues that have hurt the shop in the past. One of the big things (and there are a few) that I'll be working on are the hours. A time change is in the works, I'm waiting for a few more things to fall into place and I'll be ready for you guys to come by earlier AND/OR later. I'm actually thinking that later would be a much better option for most of us, what do you guys think?

Thanks again to all of you for giving the shop a second chance. I look forward to hearing your suggestions.

Louis

[VeeDub]

Hello Louis.

First of all, congratulations.
Sounds like it may be time for Wendy and I to try the store again. We don't have a problem with Ivan and Tamer personally, but a few things took place on our last 2 visits that left a really bad impression. We haven't been back since.
We look forward to meeting you and checking out the store.

Chris

[Sherri]

Congrats Louis...looking forward to a visit! :)

[Louis]

Thank you VeeDub, I'll try very hard not to dissapoint! And thank you for giving the shop a second chance!

I am very greatful for the kind words and congratulations, thank you guys, and gals! I'll see you at the store!

Oh, let me know what type of extended hours work better for everyone.

See you soon,
Louis

[technomex]

Thumbs up for Louis at AW. I picked up a nice pair of powder blues yesterday. The store is looking good.

[Reef69]

I just came back from Aquatic Warehouse..WOW!, everybody was really nice, (I had a couple of hot dogs :skeezy), Louis has a bunch of really cool fish,but i came home with a beautiful RBTA, great prices, he will be open 'til 8 so i encourage everybody to go check it out, stay and relax for a bit..oh, did i meantion GREAT prices?????.. :shades

[NaCl_H2O]

Me too! Louis is doing a BUNCH of work to improve the place!

I left with three very nice LPS pieces :D I have been admiring the HUGE meat/modern coral in their LPS tank for months ... I finally gave in :roll Now I have to find a place for it :unsure

The place is looking great Louis - everybody go give hime some business so he can buy that big skimmer from Pete :P

[VeeDub]

Now I have to find a place for it :unsure



There's a spot in our tank. :innocent

[NaCl_H2O]

There's a spot in our tank. :innocent

Who didn't see that one coming :) Chris, I'll let you know if I run out of space, but I kinda doubt it ;)

[Sherri]

Me too! Louis is doing a BUNCH of work to improve the place!

I left with three very nice LPS pieces :D I have been admiring the HUGE meat/modern coral in their LPS tank for months ... I finally gave in :roll Now I have to find a place for it :unsure

The place is looking great Louis - everybody go give hime some business so he can buy that big skimmer from Pete :P

Thought you weren't buying anymore???? :P :P :P

[NaCl_H2O]

Thought you weren't buying anymore???? :P :P :P

I'm not ;) I like to think of it more as an adoption, just doing my part to make a home for all these poor little homeless corals :P :P :P ^_^

:huh Are adoption fees tax deductable :skeezy

[weizer896]

Thanks Louis for the nice corals.It's easier to come by now that you are open during the day.
Brian is putting them in the tank as i write.The little one is trying to help too :roll
Anita

[Ed]

Stopped by AW for the first time today and met Louis.

Got a great deal on a couple of Zoo rocks.

Thanks Louis! ;)

[Louis]

You're more than welcome, thanks for stopping in! I look forward to seeing you on your next trip to SA :)

Louis