Collecting Natural Seawater The Fish Guy Way

[@rztrzt]

I had it easy, after work I drove 2km down to the beach where the city aquarium was, pulled into the back service area parking lot where they had taps for marine hobbyist. The taps delivered seawater that was pumped in from way offshore and filtered through their industrial filters and delivered at a higher than normal pressure so you had to be careful with that hose :) Filling up my 6x25litre bottles was a breeze and it was all for free..

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

We sell seawater on tap but I’ve always wanted to have it outside like that!

[@rztrzt]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV Yeah it's cool, I just reversed my car in right up to the taps, filled up and off you went. Nice not to carry those heavy 25l containers around. Was like a seawater drive-thru 😂

[@lennieadi]

Great video. Exactly what I’ve been looking for. How I’m in 🇬🇧. But hope to capture sea water and desalinate for my needs. What type of tank on the truck is it and where can I purchase. Also the pump and acquisition? Many thanks in advance.

[@coraladdict5059]

I love looking out the window and seeing that Australian forest, no concrete jungle. Thanks for sharing your collection secrets. This level of transparency is really admirable.

[@gsander4837]

Great video. Never seen this process. Thanks for sharing

[@fishybizzness1592]

I collect my water pretty much the same way except only 50 gallons at a time. I live about 1/4 miles away from the beach so it's way easier to collect it than to mixit!

[@artofwar-3263]

Good day cam and team down under, I've always wanted to see you guys do this. Thanks from up and over lol

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

So glad we could share the experience with you!

[@australianbiotopes4563]

I collect mine exactly the same way on a smaller scale so I always got spare on hand, I once opened a drum and found small Waratah Anemone in it, the water had been sitting there for 6 months, just goes to show how good it is, thanks for sharing.

[@davidhughes1843]

I live in the UK and this would cost us a fortune by the local council as they believe that anything they can charge for they will. We pay for water no matter were it comes from ha we even pay for air to blow up our tyres. What a beautiful country you live in keep safe

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I’ve always expected a fee or permit system would be applied here at some stage, but so far we’ve been lucky. Cam

[@bearded-flipflop7122]

I collect in the south of England in Devon, you can collect upto 20,000 gallons at a time might be litres cant find the info at the moment, but been doing it for nearly 3 years now. I do get asked what I'm doing alot or just get weird looks. Just make sure you collect on an incoming high tide, not after heavy rain due to run off into rivers from farmland. Also dont go when its rough, you will get wet!

[@jeffjarry4257]

Thank you can for sharing I have been waiting for this video. I thinks it awesome that you have access to clean ocean water. And again thanks for sharing cheers !

[@jwhall3]

I love to see how you guys do things. Thanks for the great video.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Thanks for watching Jarrod😊

[@coralfragsaus6021]

you filling up pools with that thing lol, sweet upgrade, nice video.

[@donovanteale6502]

GATV such a breath of fresh air for the hobby. Honest and useful. Good stuff!

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Thanks mate😊

[@TattooedDancer91]

You seem to be enjoying the new truck? And man that pump is dope!

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I love the new truck!

[@paulmeneely]

Thanks. Very interesting video. Nice truck.

[@aarondus]

Very nice. You can’t beat fresh NSW. Thanks for sharing. Only wish I could do this in Los Angeles for my tank.

[@gabesreef]

I'd have to go out 20 miles to see beautiful clear water. I wish Florida wasn't so dirty.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Gabes Reef Tampa we would love to visit Florida one day.

[@gabesreef]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV its totally worth it if you travel around and see everything it has to offer. Macna is a few hours away in Georgia next year. I'm sure with all your knowledge, something could be figured out to help with expenses.

[@stevelevo]

great place to get water when its high tide ..used to get it there myself at times..nice to have lots of stuff to make things easier. saves ya back.

[@andrew5762]

Cool kit 😀👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@jestronixhanderson9898]

About 15 years ago I drove down and collected some myself , it was hard to get delivery back then, one container tipped over in the boot :) was worth it for my small tank back then.

[@donovanteale6502]

give ya car the complete live by the beach experience XD

[@coastalclownfish]

So good having saltwater on tap. We use a petrol 2" pump & change it out around the 2 yr mark & run a cartridge pond filter between pump & drum.

[@bobbyknox9258]

That was lucky that shark didn't get your toes Cam! 😂 Great video as always. 👌

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

There are hundreds of sharks which are reputed to use this channel every day !

[@MrPrentissDJones]

Wish I lived There!!!

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

We are so lucky to live here!

[@Reefgrrl]

Thanks for this! It was really interesting, makes me wish I lived closer to the ocean. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

For reefers in Queensland it’s a weird thought that some people have to mix all the saltwater they use. I guess we take it for granted there’s such an easy reliable water source so close. Cam

[@reeferjay23]

Another great vid!

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Thank you for watching!

[@johnbrand1893]

Was always curious 🤔 Cam as to the way you collected the natural sea 🌊 water, and how much, good to know, cheers buddy. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I’ve been collecting like this for over 15 years now, just the size of the truck has gotten much bigger lately😉

[@leehempson9408]

Lovely days the office!!

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

It’s absolutely Beautiful!

[@tplummer217]

Cool setup.

[@paulking1568]

I live next to the sea in England but it's very silky where we are I wish I could get my water like that from the sea keep up the good work

[@Lutharthegreat]

Wow what an operation you have for collecting the salt water I thought maybe just your trailer you went down and got it, not a dedicated big rig. Do you ever find any petrol or contaminants in the water? Are there special permits and regulations for collecting of the seawater? Thank you so much for sharing this, very cool and knowledgeable. Have a great day or evening.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I specifically avoid boat ramps due to the risk of petrol contamination. The process of collecting is clean, and I monitor the water quality with Triton ICP testing. Cam

[@Utubereefer]

I’ve been waiting for this video! Cam the water man

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

It took a little organising I have to say. I usually collect on the very early tides, normally 5-6am. It takes an hour to get to the collection point, so it was not an appealing start time for the cameraman😂

[@MichellesMermaidRoom]

Nice!

[@themaxys235]

A couple of questions, if you don't mind regarding Gold Coast water? 1 - How long can I store it and if I need to have it open/closed, with water flow/without? 2 - Do I need to run it through UV before adding to my tank?

[@MJSGHK]

Very informative video. I am new to marine/reef tank. I just got my 400l tank going a couple months ago. Can you please let me know how long I can store the seawater for? What is the best location for storing the seawater? In direct sunlight or in a cool under covered area? Cheers mate.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

If you can store natural seawater in a cool dark place it’s ok for months. Cam

[@MJSGHK]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV Thanks mate for answering my question.

[@anibalchannel6666]

Very very interesting video thank you for sharing can go wrong with that water😷

[@gedearis8148]

Great video man ! Happy reef from indonesia

[@msuhaizie]

hi.. very informative method.. what type of pump and what is the model of the pump? so handy and powerful 😘

[@krijnstaylow]

I collect from Tallebudgeera Creek. Do you find NSW on the GC high in salinity? I have to adjust the water to match my tank parameters...

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Yes, it’s higher than most people want, so some people dilute it. Cam

[@krijnstaylow]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV yes just some RO to adjust. The corals love it. The polyp extension when you add NSW is amazing. Thanks for the vids,always enjoy them and will visit the store at some stage 😉

[@maw1000]

Nice rig.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I love it!

[@p0ppytears]

What does natural sea water test at? Nitrate/Phosphate levels? Calc,Mag, KH, etc? Are the boats passing in the background a concern for contamination?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

The KH is usually around 7, calcium 420, mag 1390, phosphate 0.00 (Hanna phosphate checker). The boats aren’t a problem unless you’re at a boat ramp. Cam

[@p0ppytears]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV Very interesting! This is the first I've seen someone using actual sea water, had no idea you could do that! Thanks for the reply

[@Wayneandjayswildadventures]

Hi great video, what pump is it that you use?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

It’s a Nova Eco-V 100. Cam

[@Tohei08]

What are the parameters of your source water?

[@conrads07]

Hey Cam! Hope everything is ok with you! Question: what is your go to approach to fight cyano??

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Hi mate, I usually focus on improving biological filtration. Adding more media to your filter will often help over time, but as a quick fix I often do blackouts, but you need to be careful doing this as it isn’t good for corals. Sometimes the light schedule can be the problem, so if you’re not sure maybe try shortening the photo-period and decreasing the red/white/green out of the spectrum (if you can). Cam

[@conrads07]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV Thanks mate! Will work to adjust the lightning schedule/spectrum and filtration (also remove manually as much as I can) before moving to something like blackout. Happy reefing, greetings from Brazil!

[@jakedunne4606]

How long will that 7000 liters last you? I'm so jealous lol I'm 5 hours from the garbage Texas ocean...

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

We do at least 2 trips a week to keep up our supply. Cam

[@rubencorona2240]

Do you risk collecting ich or other parasites swimming in the water??

[@djmjr77]

Would like to know this too...

[@Jed67]

What a life!👌🏼

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

So grateful, isn’t it glorious!

[@1cubsfan4life]

Do you need special permits for collecting the water?

[@marconisarliese]

You can take as much water as you like but you can't take the sand or rocks. It's only the water.

[@Aholic13]

Which beach do you collect from?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

This is The Spit, Main Beach, Gold Coast, QLD. 1 hour before high tide and never after an incidence of rainfall. We also regularly visit Tallebudgera, it really depends on the Tide times

[@awsome2ish]

I do weekly 40% water changes with the water coming from the spit for 6 months now and I'm starting to have problems. All my basic parameters are in check and my flow and lighting are fine. My LPS corals have began to peel back from their skeletons but my softies are fine. I was recently told that the water I use could have low strontium and that is probably why my LPS corals are upset. Do you guys have any problems with the water you collect from the spit?

[@kayneluke20]

Omg same!!

[@coraladdict5059]

If it’s low in Strontium, or anything else, just dose it like everyone dose

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

We get all our batches ICP tested with Triton and also test ourselves. If we ever have any kind of deficiency we just increase our dosing.

[@kayneluke20]

I've started dosing a lot more effectively now and it's all falling into place. First five months of owning my reef tank has been a roller-coaster 😂

[@toddferreira13ify]

Awsome free water better then buying like I have to do

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Cheap AND convenient🙂

[@neptunes_pot]

Here in Germany you have to get a permission at first to collect the water :-D It is only allowed to collect small amounts of water without a permission. Anyway we dont have access to seawater like this. Do you have the truck just to collect the water. Or can you unload quick the rack body and use them otherwise?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Yeah, the water tank comes off easy. I use the truck for deliveries also. Cam

[@neptunes_pot]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV Very cool to see the progress of Gallery Aquatica. Waiting to see a coral delivery with the truck ;-P

[@angelicatorreon487]

is stocked/reserved salt water from the sea dangerous for fishes? does it, overtime, get more parasites or etc? i stock salt water from the sea inside a container, does that cause parasites to manifest or is it still fine to use on my aquarium?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I’ve never had a parasite outbreak linked to natural seawater in over 20 years collecting it, however storing it would only serve to reduce the risk. Most fish parasites cannot live long without the presence of the host. Cam

[@angelicatorreon487]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV thank you! very helpful information! 🤞🏻

[@danielrai598]

Do you have to get a permit from a government ocean department before hand? In New York, I was told that I have to pay 200 dollars before I can get a permit.

[@FootballGambia]

What's the make and model of all the equipment used please?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

The pump is a Sta-rite enviroMAX. The plumbing is all Philmac and the hose is 40mm corrugated suction hose. Irrigation shops are usually the best place to buy this type of gear. Cam

[@viatameainaustralia7752]

Where about in gold coast is that cam?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Southport Seaway.

[@themaxys235]

the area is called The Spit. Its right where river gets into the sea. I guess filling tank up there is only possible during incoming high tide, otherwise it would not be salty enough?

[@nmo0ory1]

how do you store it after ? and for how long ?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

It’s stored in large water tanks. It’s best when stored for a week, but it’s good for months if need be, but we use it very quickly so it’s never a problem. Cam

[@nmo0ory1]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV ok amazing becouse i want to use it but i am afraid, do you keep it moving inside the tank with wavemaker or pumps ? or treat it with uv or nothing ?

[@jamiejohnmoeller922]

Is it legal to take sea water for my tank ?in Queensland

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Yes definitely. Just consider your location and noise regulations. Cam

[@Mike__B]

Wonder if you can't get a really big DC powered pump, and just hook it up to the truck with it running. I mean the need for portable generator not withstanding, might be able to remove one piece of equipment that you need to have.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

That was my plan when I first started collecting natural seawater. I can’t remember exactly why but it was easier with the generator. It must be possible however. Cam

[@TheHappySmileyFace12]

Seems like using a boat launch would work easier

[@garycallaghan59]

What are the parameters of the natural sea water you collect

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Usually KH of 7, calcium 420, mag 1390. Cam

[@garycallaghan59]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV do you raise calcium to around 450 or any other values thanks

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Sometimes yes, it just depends on what the tank is running at. Many people try to mirror the natural parameters so they can waterchange with adjusting too much.

[@odinnz7500]

Fighting rising sea levels 7000L at a time!

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Hilarious!

[@sethsaquariums3140]

Hey mate how much do you sell it for a litre thanks

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

At the shop it’s 25 cents per litre. In bulk it’s $120 per 1000 L. Cam

[@sethsaquariums3140]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV thanks you

[@dostepan1]

so basically you take water from ocean for free and charge customers when you fill their water tanks with new water probably for every gallon xD

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Yes, but the truck runs on diesel and that’s not free...

[@libtard678]

Yeah totally, why pay Cam when all they need is a truck, generator, pump, hosing, diesel, storage tank. Suckers.

[@recklessrc1063]

Dont you worry about parasites and things infecting ur tank??

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

No, whilst it’s theoretically possible it’s extremely unlikely. In fact, after 20 years of using natural seawater I’ve never attributed a pest or disease problem to it. Cam

[@recklessrc1063]

Cant argue those results.

[@PedroMartinez-wn7fz]

aqui en españa te ven coger agua del mar asi como ustedes y la multa no se la quita nadie

[@jeffkoons1538]

How many times have you lost that bell adapter?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Too many times😂

[@phillipjbates]

Is that legal?

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Yes, totally. Cam

[@MrCites1]

It will also help with helping lower sea levels due to global warming.

[@demariosreefaquarium7475]

Awesome. Only job u can work bare feet. 😆

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

I do enjoy the feel of the earth under my feet.

[@tracybillup2698]

Would you have to filter it or anything other than testing it before putting it in your aquarium

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

No, it’s good to go. Cam

[@toddferreira13ify]

Are you aloud to take water like that??

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Yes, currently there are no permits or regulations around NSW collection in our state. Cam

[@toddferreira13ify]

Thats awsome keep up the good work mate

[@PepeCoinMania]

|LOL

[@-Coaltrain]

Not crazy about what your doing here in the states it’s illegal to collect water for retail. Also down in gulf there is a lot of dinoflagellates I guess if you have long term storage that might not be a problem but for anybody taking straight home theirs going to be problems. We run into cyno or red tide what the locals call it

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

Wow, very different over here. NSW is generally regarded as better quality than artificial. I guess it all depends on the source. Cam

[@glenbuyer8738]

Most LFS on the goldcoast use NSW, I collect my own as well in the tweed, never had a drama. Although if the clarity isn’t really good I don’t bother, I personally don’t collect within three days of rain and only ever 30 mins from peak high tide

[@seventiesandbeyond]

Do u need a government permit to collect water? How often do u need to collect water? Do u ever have any critters or aptasia slipping through.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

No permits required yet, but to be honest I’d welcome a permit system. We collect 2-3 times per week and have never had problems associated with pests. Cam

[@demariosreefaquarium7475]

@@GalleryAquaticaTV I was going to ask u about unwanted pest. I assumed there was a fine net on the outlet .

[@tippin.turtle]

"Zero chance of petrol".... 🤣Boats in this video run on fairy dust; so no need for concern over contaminates at this location. Also, what Cam meant to say is that he tests the water he has collected with hobby grade test kits, just like yours!😀 ICP testing of the collection site is of little value or reassurance of water quallity, as ocean contaminates are litterally in a fluid environment. Cam is a salesman and running a business, so I understand the motive.

[@Addiso94]

Imagine there's a red algae bloom and not knowing. Giving everybody cyano bacteria in their tanks and they have to pay you to help remove the red slime bacteria. It's a win win for the business.

[@coraladdict5059]

He is a Marine Biologist he knows what he doin. They use it for their shop and clients, and said they test the water. Cyano doesn’t become a problem bloom unless you have underlying issues any how.

[@GalleryAquaticaTV]

We are very careful to ensure we are providing only the best quality for our own use and clients.

[@ernestratnayakeable]

Could you kindly give us the specifications of the pump you use.