Thanks, Mike for pulling together an initial list.  As we can all see from
the immediate response on Conch-L, it should rapidly continue to grow.

It seems that such a list of traders (Art, would "specimen exchangers" be
harder for you to work with?) would be more useful if it included what each
individual has to offer and what they are seeking in exchange.  Since Mike
will be out of commision during his move, I would be happy to compile that
information in a form that can be distributed to the list.

Please e-mail your info to me at [log in to unmask] and include your
e-mail address, the type of material you have to trade (please don't send
your exchange list) and what you are looking to receive.  Perhaps it would
also be usefull to describe yourself as either a beginner, novice,
experienced or expert trader.  This helps, in establishing the starting point
for a good trading relationship.

(On the other hand, if you are exchanging fossils and/or land snails, go
ahead and send me your exchange list.)

Thanks,

Phil Liff-Grieff
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La Crescenta, California


"Mike J. Schenk" wrote:

> Hello,
>
> I've finished compiling the names and email addresses of all those who
> replied to my idea of a comprehensive list of collectors who are
> interested in trading. Due to the number of replies, I decided to post the
> list collectively to Conch-L, rather than individually. Thanks to everyone
> who replied. This list should keep everyone who is interested, busy for
> years to come meeting fellow collectors and setting up trades.
>
> My last day on Conch-L before our move to Maui will be June 2nd. I will
> let everyone know when I'm back online in July after a month hiatus
> camping and diving on the other Hawaiian Islands. Below are the names I
> received, along with a few other very nice collectors I've dealt with in
> the past.
>
> Aloha and I look forward to trading with all of you!
>
> Mike Schenk
> Colorado Springs, CO