What do you like about BPnet?

I like the people. This web site has had such an impact on my life, I have even learned a few life lessons here.

I like the way BPnet is moderated and administrated.

I like how I felt welcome here from the get go.

I like how close every one is.

I like BPnet.

Mike

I like the great advice even if its a dumb question :banana:

I like to absorb and pass on knowledge, I like that I can come here and find so many people to share my passion and hobby with. If at home, my BP does something quirky/funny...I can tell people around me but they dont get it. Everyone here not only gets it, but can relate. It's awesome.

I like seeing the projects other people are working on, especially those involving ridiculous enclosures.

Also, the picturesssss.

I like the fact that I can come here and get the best advice from experienced keepers. I also like the way everyone comes together to help one another out when someone is in need. This is by far the best forum that I have ever been a member of.

Hmmmm, is admiring OK too?

I seriously admire the way the folks who run this place do the same thing day in and day out, answer the same questions over and over and keep genuine smiles going while they do it.

I like watching people, especially the ones who come with preconceived notions of grandeur and omniscience, actually learn valuable information from folks who truly care about not only their snakes but the folks who ask.

I like seeing the excitement of first timers whether it's a kid with a first snake or a keeper with years of experience hatching a first, or hundredth clutch, and doing a virtual happy dance of exuberance.

I like Heather too, she's pretty cool.

I like the fact I have already made a few local friends with similar interests.
I love that people offer their opinions or expertise on a problem or question you have, no matter how newb, or whatever it may be.
I like animal pictures, so this place ROCKS for that.

Plenty of stuff I like but those are the most important things.

I like conversing with people that are into the same thing that I am into, snakes. I like hearing their thoughts, opinion, and stories.

All of the above :)

I like that when I stumbled into this place as a total newcomer some years ago, nobody made fun of me or thought my constant questions were a bad thing. Everyone stepped up, offered advice, shared their wisdom - heck even personal phone numbers if I needed immediate help with something.

I think what I liked the most, and still do about BPNet, was that people didn't just tell me what to do and expect me to blindly follow their lead. They took the time to encourage me to learn so that I could develop my own skills with the snakes and in turn be able to step up and offer help to somebody else down the road. :)

I like the very friendly attitudes and vibe the forum has. Even though you see the same several beginner posts a lot, everyone always is prompt to answer and make that person feel welcome.

I also like that there's so much rooting for everyone else when it comes to their projects.

As an example, every "I have eggs!!!" thread gets soooooo many responses and encouragement from the community that its cool to know that others are excited for you as well.


*edit to add* Good thread Hoax!! If people want to have a pity party about how bad they think this site is then let them. Nice to have a thread to remind us of just how awesome this site really is (despite those who say otherwise)

This site has helped me so much when it comes to being a smart and successful herper. I've learned so much about my hobby here and have had so many people give their time sharing experiences with me.

I have met some wonderful people here; and before this site I never thought of the internet as a place to "meet" people.

Its amazing how varied the demographic is here, yet how united we can become when it matters. Whether it be getting together to fight HR669 or putting a fund together to help Bruce after the fire.

No question will ever get old to me or asked too many times. I will always offer my time to help people as best as I can; just like many others who did it for me when I was starting out.

I like the abundance of information and reference to information for reminders, I like the fact that people in general are unbelievably helpful and share knowledge to fellow people trying to care for, breed their animals.

I feel comfortable planting my roots here and look forward to continuing to learn from those here that have experience, passion and the ability to share this with all of us getting started:)

I love the atmosphere, the members, the way the community is capable of pulling together for one of their own when disaster strikes….

BP.net is the only forum that feels like a second family to me.

I have to say that the overall atmosphere is my favorite thing about BPNET. That is a result of the truly amazing folks who make up our member list. It's impressive how quickly people will respond to a question or a problem. I have always really thought that the staff here did a really impressive job running this site, and it's an honor to now be included in that staff. The friends that I have made here have become very important to me, and I have not met most of them in person.
Oh, and like Wes, I think Heather is cool.
Great thread, Mike!

I think it's all been said better that I could put into words... so Ditto for me, on all the above. I feel so blessed to be part of such an amazing community! The friends that I've made, and the knowledge I've gained... (and am still gaining every day) makes this a unmeasurable part of my life. :grouphug:

Well....ever since I have found this site...every reptile publishing company has lost my business. (sucks for them) I have never had to turn to any other site, looked in any books, or call up a breeder for answers I may have.

I also like how this site isn't focused soley on Ball Pythons. We have experts on colubrids, boas, chameleons, geckos, monitors, small mammals, photographys, birds, fish, and the list goes on... :)

everything!!!!!!! :P

I like that this is a community not just a forum! From beginners needing husbandry help to big dogs updating us on there projects! This site caters to the entire ball python community in some way, shape, form or fashion. What can I say about the mods and admins? They do a hell of a job on here and it's its great! :gj: This is a great community and I'm pleased to be a part of it!

I like how you can shamelessly bump a thread....

Just sayin'

Mike

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I like how you can shamelessly bump a thread....

Just sayin'

Mike

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I like that while you are busy bumping this thread I went to the "Last one to Post" thread and totally won.

I like all the snake freaks :snake:

I like how everyone can talk and not feel ashamed,
how there is always someone here to answer your questions
its always active
i like BPnet too:)
this site has helped me answer all my question even if they were already answered thats how freindly everyone here is.

Just because you do not feel ashamed does not mean you shouldn't...

Mike

Nothing!

I joke!

I love everything! And I like mostly every member!

Daniel

Ps: I would never change this site in anyway!:gj:

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Just because you do not feel ashamed does not mean you shouldn't...

Mike

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Yet another example of how friendly everyone is;)

I just recently signed up and I absolutely love it. My husband and I actually got the chance to meet some of the people on here, and I can honestly say they are some pf the most nicest people I have ever met. Its crazy!
Mike came to me and said we have the chance to meet some people who can answer some of the questions you have that are keeping you back from breeding, and suprisingly they we're so willing to help and share some funny experiences withme. Like at the reptile expo in San Diego, Mike looked at me on a price for a pair of het pieds and I said DO IT!!!! with the help of Pat we convinced him to do it and now we couldnt imagine passing up that wonderful deal. Cant wait to c what happens with those. Hyper joe gave us some good news on a rat breeder in town, he has saved us alot of money by this name drop and Heather welcomed us with open arms. BUt if it weren't for Maki and her normal we just purchased we would of never got the chance to meet these great ppl. Thanks. I really am anxious for the next expo hope to see you all there.... :D

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I just recently signed up and I absolutely love it. My husband and I actually got the chance to meet some of the people on here, and I can honestly say they are some pf the most nicest people I have ever met. Its crazy!
Mike came to me and said we have the chance to meet some people who can answer some of the questions you have that are keeping you back from breeding, and suprisingly they we're so willing to help and share some funny experiences withme. Like at the reptile expo in San Diego, Mike looked at me on a price for a pair of het pieds and I said DO IT!!!! with the help of Pat we convinced him to do it and now we couldnt imagine passing up that wonderful deal. Cant wait to c what happens with those. Hyper joe gave us some good news on a rat breeder in town, he has saved us alot of money by this name drop and Heather welcomed us with open arms. BUt if it weren't for Maki and her normal we just purchased we would of never got the chance to meet these great ppl. Thanks. I really am anxious for the next expo hope to see you all there.... :D

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And THAT is what I like about BPnet.

Strangers helping complete strangers for no other reason then the love of the hobby.

Mike

I like the cool snakes people show us that they had personally produced and the friendly atmosphere the site brings.

This. :)

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This. :)

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That is a rather nice feature of BPnet ;)

Mike

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Originally Posted by hoax

And THAT is what I like about BPnet.

Strangers helping complete strangers for no other reason then the love of the hobby.

Mike

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ok so what crawled up your ass.... u got somethin against what I said???? ppl like u who shoulnt be allowed on this site....

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ok so what crawled up your ass.... u got somethin against what I said???? ppl like u who shoulnt be allowed on this site....

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I'm pretty sure he was complimenting what you said.
The way I read it, it's pretty awesome that people here that haven't met each other are willing to dedicate their time to one another to help in a common hobby. :salute:

its confusing when this is typed out, you cant hear how the person is actually saying what there sayin so my bad!!! thanks for the help

I like how venting or telling a story on this website is sometimes better than when telling the same story to your home friends.

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ok so what crawled up your ass.... u got somethin against what I said???? ppl like u who shoulnt be allowed on this site....

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Yea I know what you mean ;)

It's all good just don't be expecting people to be negative and it will usually not come across that way. It can be hard to understand what people mean, just think positive and it will change the way your reading posts.

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I like how venting or telling a story on this website is sometimes better than when telling the same story to your home friends.

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I explain it 100 times over how I love it when my little het alb girl sheds because her colors change almost every time and my wife looks at me with this look of :weirdface

I <3 BPnet

I love BP.net. I am a member to a few different sites and this is BY FAR my favorite. I truly like all of the staff here and MOST of the members (I don't think you can go anywhere that you like everyone). BP.net is definately my home away from home. I am looking forward to contributing and helping the site soon :gj:

Hi,

I like the fact that if I ever get daft enough to think I know everything there will be at least two threads every day that teach me something I either didn't know or was wrong about. :D


dr del

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Hi,

I like the fact that if I ever get daft enough to think I know everything there will be at least two threads every day that teach me something I either didn't know or was wrong about. :D


dr del

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I'm right there with ya, man. I learn something everyday on here.

All the above, but especially these two:

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I like to absorb and pass on knowledge

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Well....ever since I have found this site...every reptile publishing company has lost my business.

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This is the first time I've gotten into something new WITHOUT buying a guide book/manual for it. There's more in this forum than in any printed pages I've seen.

Gosh, I was made to feel so welcome after my first post here. And then came the barrage of the same ol' newbie questions, which had their own barrage of answers.

But hey, since no one has mentioned so many nifty smileys, I'll list that as one of the reasons I like this place so much!
:snake::gj::rolleye2::bow::rofl::banana::carrot::pinkele::sunny::carouse::fest:: blowkiss::neener::ignore::blahblah::hungry::clap::love::floating:

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I like the great advice even if its a dumb question :banana:

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i have asked a lot of dumb questions and they all get answered, and great people too

Oh, forgot to add, but snake hate is so prevalent -- even amongst people who have never been near a snake let alone held one (I'll never understand that) -- that this is the only place I feel safe talking about our wee little Patriot. :salute:

The reaction I saw to that news story of the python killing the toddler in Florida only the day after we brought Patriot home burst my new-snake bubble and reminded me of that hatred. :(

Amen for this site! :)

I like how friendly the people are, how it's moderated (because I know there would be a LOT of people who will curse and say some nasty/mean things.. just from what I've seen on Yahoo! Answers lol..), how you will ALWAYS get an answer for your question, many experienced herpers here, and EVERYONE LOVES HERPS! Where I live, there is no one my age or close to my age that owns snakes.. and most of the people I know hate snakes.. so I guess I'm alone here with the snake thing and have no one to really talk to about snakes. If I try to talk about my snakes to my friends, they usually change the subject to something more "exciting" to them. Oh well lol.

any question you have will be answered. great people/ very willing to help. just all around great compared to other forums i have been to. :gj:

I really like that a snake forum has opened my mind to other issues. Prime example...

When I first moved to Toledo there happened to be a lot of pitbull bite incidents. For the first time in my life I became a support of BSL's. I was really, really scared of this breed. The folks here helped me, argued with me, reminded me that it's about the owner not the breed and in the end, helped me face what was really an irrational fear.

The end result of that thread was that I got to know pitbulls and similar breeds. That long ago thread, in which I'm sure some members here thought I was just an awfully close minded person, years later has helped me be confident enough to own Marrok and handle him properly. End result, after our recent break-in and the addition of Marrok to our home, I feel safe again. Funny how things work out and how a snake forum had such an impact in a totally non-snake related way. I'm so grateful to those folks from that long ago thread. :)

I love this site. and have been on (and abandoned many) sites, so to have this sense of community is something I would not trade for the world.

I like working on this site, and I hold the admin in reverance for what they deal with to keep it running. :D

When I was grieving and posted believing I had lost all my snakes in the fire that consumed our home. It made sense for me, despite my state of shock and grief, to connect with other snake people.

If it were not for this site, I would not have my snakes back, I would not be able to hold them today, and I would not have been prepped to take them back (took a lot of phone calls, venting, PMs, and facebooking to get me to the space I could recommitt to my snakes after what we were dealing with) and to give them a good home to come home to.

Herpers are the right kind of people, and as a community we all have our responsibility to foster responsible herper keeping in new keepers. Hands down this site promotes and encourages that... that is just ONE thing I love about BP. NET

Yeah... so... you know... *meh* :P

Bruce

I like the fact that you can shamelessly inflate your post count in the last post to win.

Post count +1

mike

I love to look at fellow herper's pictures and drool over them...:P