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March 2015 | Vol. 18 • Issue 12 www.amusementtoday.com Laser tag convention, educational day are highlights Amusement Expo 2015 looks to ‘get in the game’ in Las Vegas STORY: Dean Lamanna Two full days of exhibit [email protected] time follow on Wednesday and Thursday, March 25-26. LAS VEGAS, Nev. — The Registration includes admis- 2015 edition of Amusement sion to two co-located events Expo, the annual conference that are expected to increase and trade show of the coin- the number of attending op and revenue-generating buyers: the National Bulk amusement, music and fami- Vendors Association Show ly entertainment center (FEC) and the 2015 Laser Tag Con- industry, is rolling out at the vention (lasertagconvention. Las Vegas Convention Center com). In addition, there is a March 24-26. one-day reciprocal admission Co-sponsored by the policy between Amusement American Amusement Ma- Expo and the adjacently-sited chine Association (AAMA) Pizza Expo. and the Amusement & Mu- Special marketing op- sic Operators Association portunities, including Show (AMOA), this year’s expo Specials and the Innovator will offer comprehensive in- Awards Program, also are ex- dustry education and a con- pected to help generate buyer vention floor packed with traffic at vendor booths. more than 100 exhibitors. Other Amusement Expo Vendors specializing in coin- highlights: op machines, electronics, go- 2015 AAMCF Spring kart equipment, laser games, Charity Golf Outing (Mon- photo booths, plush / novel- day, March 23): All trade ties, redemption equipment show attendees are invited to / merchandise, sports games, enjoy a day of sun, golf and tattoos, token dispensers, networking at The Las Vegas Amusement Expo 2015, co- video games and more are Country Club prior to the sponsored by the American participating. expo. Registration includes Amusement Machine Asso- A full day of educational green fee, practice balls, a ciation and the Amusement sessions is scheduled on Tues- boxed lunch and two drink & Music Operators Asso- day, March 24, at the Westgate tickets. A portion of net pro- ciation, will include a day of Resort & Casino, the expo’s ceeds benefit the American comprehensive industry edu- hotel headquarters. These in- Amusement Machine Chari- cation sessions in addition to formative, interactive and fun table Foundation. two full days of exhibits by sessions, which together carry Industry Gala Recep- vendors and support busi- the theme “Get in the Game,” tion (Tuesday, March 24): nesses. The Westgate Resort will cover topics ranging from This gathering will provide & Casino is the event’s pri- cashless transactions and op- guests with an opportunity mary hotel host. erating cost management to to mix and network with ex- COURTESY AMUSEMENT EXPO finding a niche in corporate hibitors and fellow operators. events at FECs. 4See EXPO, page 5 Dated material. material. Dated SUBSCRIBE TODAY! NEWSPAPER

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EDITORIAL: Gary Slade, [email protected] CARTOON: Bubba Flint Will DreamVision Mountain be a reality or a snow job? The DreamVision Company, a privately owned, Fort Worth, -based entertainment and media concern, announced plans on Feb. 9 in Fort Worth and Feb. 11 in Muscle Shoals, Ala., for two massive theme park resorts expected to open by 2020. The Texas announcement, attended by Amusement Today, included local city leaders, Slade special guests, a large media presence and the DreamVision team. The latter was led by CEO Rick Silanskas, Theme Park Development President Dave Goodman, Chief Creative Officer Ron Logan and moneyman Bryan Robinson, CEO of Provident Global Capital, LLC. The Texas property, announced as DreamVision Mountain, is a 5,000-acre resort. Designs revealed a theme park divided into sections surrounding a massive, iconic mountain, which will house an array of indoor ski slopes and feature a daily snowfall. The resort is also said to have a water park, hotels and a golf course, although none of those attraction details were highlighted during the confer- ence. The Alabama property, DreamVision Soundscape, is somewhat smaller at 1,400 acres. It, too, features a theme park (emphasizing music), a golf course, hotels and retail. What has not been clear is the $3.5 billion price tag: Is it for EDITORIAL: Scott Rutherford, [email protected] both properties or just for the Texas location? The questions don’t stop there. Take, for example, some of the Long live the King hazy details related to the proposed Texas resort. For me, the wooden roller of the past. DreamVision never addressed whether the full $3.5 billion had coaster will always be the true Then, in 2001 something came out of been secured and did not reveal if the land was secured or where King of the Midway. These left field that no one expected: the prefab- it was located. The company’s response on the site question was roaring, clattering contrap- ricated wooden track coaster pioneered by “West of town.” Anyone who lives in can tell you that tions have been driving front that featured laser-cut rails and poly- the available land north and west of Fort Worth has as many gas gates and thrilling guests for urethane-coated wheels. Traditional coaster well storage tank sites (e.g., Barnett Shale) as fire ant mounds. Not exactly an ideal location for a sprawling resort. over a century. fans felt these rides were slowly erasing the DreamVision promoted nightly fireworks. Okay, that’s fine — Rutherford Despite its obvious popular- classic coaster experience. Rocky Mountain but how does one keep the high-flying fireworks (in Texas winds) ity, there have been challeng- Construction emerged in 2011 with products from igniting the parched landscape? The state is now entering the es to the wooden coaster’s reign. The ride’s that would even further blur the lines between fifth year of historic drought. It was an ironic development that, the appeal seems to cycle in recurring waves. wood and steel coasters by offering new and same week of this media blitz, the National Weather Service issued Following the glory of the 1920’s Golden modified hybrids capable of inversions and a Red Warning for North Texas — citing conditions ripe for Age when a phenomenal number of amazing other maverick maneuvers. wildfires. designs were realized, the Great Depression While all these acrobatics do indeed DreamVision park renderings show massive water areas and and the onset of World War II spelled the make for a unique experience, these rides waterfalls throughout the park grounds. Perhaps they don’t know about the water conservation efforts that are ongoing in Texas — end for literally thousands of wooden coast- are a far cry from a true wooden coaster. But again due to the drought which shows no signs of improving. ers. Inspired by (1955), the theme that’s OK; there’s room for all. Companies DreamVision’s primary backer, Bryan Robinson with Global park industry began to flourish, and with it a like Great Coasters, and Provident Capital, LLC, advertises 20 years of investments, yet the ramp-up of wooden coaster construction. This Martin & Vleminckx are still building rides the company was registered with the Alabama Secretary of State just occurred in conjunction with a proliferation of old-fashioned way (with a few tricks up their weeks before the media event, on Feb. 3, 2015. steel coaster technology that many thought sleeves). Similarly, the past is being honored In the end, the media, and locals, were left with more questions would actually usurp the wooden coaster. But and preserved by all those parks realizing the than answers. Snow job or a reality? Time will tell. not so. Daring designers like Bill Cobb and historical importance of maintaining their clas- RELATED STORY — PAGE 6 Curt Summers followed by Custom Coasters sic wooden coasters. and Great Coasters spawned a sensational Long may the wooden in all RELATED VIDEO — amusementtoday.com (Video Track) new crop of wooden rides inspired by legends its incarnations endure. Long live the King.

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STORY: Dean Lamanna of 12 months — I would rec- Hymel, chief medical officer media relations for IAAPA, ly safe to visit public places, [email protected] ommend that those children for Parks and in a statement provided to including theme parks, if are not taken to places like Resorts, proactive and pre- Amusement Today. “They have people are vaccinated.” ATLANTA, Ga. — A sig- Disneyland today.” ventative steps have been also stated that it is absolute- •www.cdc.gov/vaccines nificant outbreak of measles Chavez later expanded taken within the company. that began late last year and his remarks to include “any “We have 27,000 cast had grown to more than 121 place where large numbers of members, and a very small cases across 17 states by early people congregate,” such as number of them tested posi- February was being moni- malls and airline terminals. tive [for measles],” Hymel tored by the Centers for Dis- In response to Chavez’s said in statement posted on ease Control and Prevention statements, Suzi Brown, di- Disney’s public affairs web- (CDC) here. rector of media relations and site. “In a relatively short pe- Measles is a highly con- external communications riod of time, they have been tagious, airborne disease that for the Disneyland Resort, medically cleared to return to typically begins with fever, said, “We agree with what work. In addition, cast mem- cough, runny nose and red Dr. Chavez said that it is ab- bers who may have come in eyes, and within a few days, solutely safe to visit Disney- contact with those who tested a rash appears — usually first land if you have been immu- positive are being tested for on the face and then spread- nized.” immunity to the virus. While ing. The disease affects all Attendance at the resort, awaiting results, they have been put on paid leave until medically cleared to return to “We are actively providing work. free vaccinations to all of our “We are actively provid- ing free vaccinations to all cast members and are actively of our cast members and are actively encouraging them to encouraging them to receive a receive a vaccination.” According to a mid-Feb- Disneyland readies for 60th anniversary vaccination.” ruary report by the Associat- —Dr. Pamela Hymel ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Disneyland Resort is prepar- chief medical officer for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts ed Press, Disney — concerned that the outbreak would be ing to celebrate six decades of founder Walt Disney’s incorrectly viewed as a lapse genius with a year-long series of festivities commencing bodily organs and sometimes Brown also noted, had not of responsibility on the re- May 22. causes life-threatening com- been impacted by news of sort’s part — asked public The Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration will see plications in children, includ- CDPH’s findings. health officials to emphasize special enhancements made to Sleeping Beauty Castle at ing pneumonia and encepha- It is believed that the that the parks were safe to and the Carthay Circle Theatre at Disney litis. outbreak started when an in- visit along with the impor- California Adventure Park, as well as the addition of three As of the third week of fected individual, likely from tance of getting vaccinated. nighttime spectaculars: January, the California De- outside of the U.S., visited There was nothing to suggest Paint the Night — Mickey Mouse mixes his vivid partment of Public Health the Disney property in mid- in email documents obtained imagination with Tinker Bell’s magical pixie dust, creating (CDPH), based in Sacramen- December. by AP through a public re- a very special paint. With a dip of his brush and a wave of to, had confirmed a total of 59 The California measles cords request that the com- his hand, Mickey conjures up classic Disney visions. This cases of measles in the state patients range in age from pany tried to downplay the state-of-the art parade along Main Street, U.S.A., will since the end of December. Of seven months to 70 years. outbreak; indeed, statements feature more than 1.5 million LED lights. those, 42 cases were linked to Vaccination status was docu- released by the company in- Disneyland Forever — This immersive, pyrotechnics- initial exposure at the Dis- mented for 34 of the 59 cases; dicate an open and proactive driven extravaganza will transport guests through Dis- neyland Resort in Anaheim, of these, 28 were unvacci- approach to public concerns. ney tales, whether flying above the London skyline from Calif. nated, one had received one Even as the issue of pa- Peter Pan or dancing with King Louie from The Jungle The confirmed cases in- dose and five had received rental choice in vaccinations Book. Two new songs written by Disney legend Richard cluded six Disney employees. two or more doses of mea- has become politicized and Sherman will be featured. An additional nine cas- sles, mumps and rubella, or several movements against World of Color — Celebrate! The Wonderful es traced to the resort were MMR, vaccine. inoculations based on ques- World of Walt Disney — A special edition of the nightly reported in (one), Two doses of the vaccine tionable science have become showcase in Disney California Adventure Park will pres- Utah (three) and Washington are more than 99 percent ef- entrenched, many national ent a symphony of animation, live-action footage, lasers, (two), with one each reported fective in preventing mea- organizations — including fountains, special effects and music to tell the story of the in Arizona, Colorado and Or- sles. Measles vaccines have the American Academy of man who dared to dream big. egon. been available in the U.S. Pediatrics and the Interna- In other Disneyland Resort news: In late January, Dr. Gil since 1963, and two doses tional Association of Amuse- •The property has received the Governor’s Environ- Chavez, deputy director of have been recommended ment Parks and Attractions mental and Economic Leadership Award for its waste re- CDPH’s Center for Infectious since 1989. (IAAPA) — are joining CDC, duction efforts. The Disneyland Resort has doubled the Diseases, told the media that Measles was declared CDPH and other government amount of waste diverted from landfills over the past de- those who had received mea- eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. agencies in urging that mea- cade as it aims to achieve a “zero waste” designation. sles immunization should not However, in recent years, sles vaccinations be adminis- •Following two years of operation, the technical be wary of amusement parks. large outbreaks have oc- tered to protect public health. glitch-prone Luigi’s Flying Tires ride in the Cars Land sec- “But if you are unvacci- curred in many countries, in- “According to a number tion of Disney California Adventure Park was scheduled nated, I would worry about cluding locations in western of public health officials, get- to close Feb. 16. It will be replaced with a new attraction it,” Chavez said. “And if you Europe, Pakistan, Vietnam ting the MMR vaccine is the in 2016. have [minors] that cannot be and the Philippines. key to avoiding measles,” said —Dean Lamanna vaccinated — under the age According to Dr. Pamela Colleen Mangone, director of 4 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 THIS MONTH IN HISTORY MINUTE Presented by the National Rollercoaster Museum COMPILED: Richard Munch 2 DRILL COMPILED: Janice Witherow MARCH Walt Bowser, Millennium Elastomers •1909: A March 20 article in Billboard magazine noted that Pitts- Walt Bowser worked in burgh, had eight parks operating over the last few various capacities with years, but that rich history of amusement parks had slowly dwindled Six for two decades to three, with only Kennywood, West View and possibly Southern Park still in operation. The author listed the parks that had been before joining Millen- closed: Calhoun Park, now building lots; Oakwood Park in Craf- nium Elastomers in 2013. ton, abandoned; on Neville Island, closed a year ago; Today, Walt is enjoy- Dream City in Wilkinsburg closed due to the latest depression and ing the manufacturing Luna Park eliminated by lack of profit. MeanwhileT.M. Harton, of side of the amusement West View Park, announced the building of the largest roller coast- industry by working for er in the country, the Dip the Dips. While this was not true, it did ap- one of the largest ure- parently have the largest drop on any roller coaster in Pennsylvania thane processors in North at 50 feet. America with clients including companies such •1914: In late March, Rudy Uzzell, the prominent ride vendor for the as Disney, Cedar Fair, Novelty Machine Company in New York, New York, had completed Toyota and John Deere. an 11-week tour of the eastern . A former colleague With a focus on quality, of Harry Traver, Uzzell visited over 30 parks during the long trip, engineering and service, and was apparently successful in selling many units of the company’s Millennium Elastomers has Walt Bowser celebrates last May after completing the 100- newest ride, the Frolics. While Uzzell would not divulge which parks been a success story, and mile charity bike ride from Austin to Shiner, Texas. The pop- had bought the ride, Billboard discovered that Coney Island, outside ular Texas brewer sponsors the charity event each year. Cincinnati, which had bought a Circle Swing from Uzzell a decade Walt’s energy, drive and earlier, had purchased a Frolic for its 1914 season. The firm of Uzzell passion certainly contribute and Ely also produced their first transportable ride for the fair circuit, to that. In his down time, with the first model going to the Kline Shows in Omaha, Nebraska Walt enjoys everything from running and On a typical Sunday morning, you can that year. golf to hanging out with friends and family find me … … and he knows no stranger! At church, then running or playing golf or •1925: In early March Dayton Fun House, of Dayton, Ohio, deliv- in my chair watching sports. ered the machinery and cars for the new wood roller coaster that was Title under construction at Park, Aurora, Ohio. With the Vice President of Sales and The one thing I always seem to put off is … park under new ownership, the Sky Rocket would open that summer Marketing. Yard work and doing expense reports. in a newly planned park with an up-to-date midway. Designed by John A. Miller, the 2,640 foot long coaster would become the signa- Number of years in the Favorite Super Hero ture attraction at the park until the introduction of steel coasters in industry Under Dog. the late 1970s. The Sky Rocket still stands today as the Big Dipper, 23 years. last operated in September 2006. It is the only ride left after Geauga Bowser My “must-see” television show is … Lake Park closed and one of only 10 Miller coasters remaining in the Best thing about the industry world. The Weather Channel, ESPN and episodes The fantastic people. of Seinfeld. •1940: Neptune Beach Park (1917-1939), in Alameda, California would be auctioned off on March 25-26. The auction proved to be Favorite amusement ride I would best describe my kitchen as … a failure for the owners who had hoped to recoup some of the loss X2 at Magic Mountain. Spicy … and the busiest room in the house. in patronage during the Depression. With all the rides and devices going to the highest bidder, including the opportunity to buy a roller If I wasn’t working in the amusement Three things I would pack on a camping coaster (“cheap”), the crowds that showed up purchased only small industry, I would … trip items. It was noted in the Oakland Tribune that many had come to Most likely own a business that relates to A lighter, rope and a cooler full of beer! say goodbye to a place that had been part of their lives for more fitness, outdoor or sports. than 20 seasons. The book I would recommend everyone Biggest challenge facing our industry reading would have to be … •2000: Based on the popularity of Medusa (later Bizarro), a 1999 The depleting pool of quality technical per- “Have a Little Faith” by Mitch Albom. steel floorless roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure, in Jack- sonnel (skills gap) and aging infrastructures. son, N.J., the Six Flags corporation would purchase an additional If I was to join the circus, I would hands- three models for their properties in 2000. Based on the New Jer- The thing I like most about amusement/ down be … sey prototype, Fiesta Texas outside , Texas, would open Krypton Coaster on March 11, as part of a major park water park season is … A circus clown, of course! expansion. Designed by Bolliger & Mabillard, the ride included The excitement and energy of both the six inversions and was designed to interact with the quarry wall. employees and guests. The song that reminds me most of my life —Compiled by Richard Munch, NRCMA historian is … The last time I ate fast food was … “The Road Less Traveled” by George Strait. In January. It was at Wendy’s; I ate chili (lots of sauce) for lunch. Favorite sports team P.O. Box 5427 5-time Award Winner Philadelphia Eagles and the San Antonio Arlington, Texas 76005-5427 My all-time best vacation was … Spurs. (817) 460-7220 Perdido Key in Florida … every year! Fax (817) 265-NEWS (6397) The most adventurous thing I have done Find us on Facebook My hidden talent is … lately is … facebook.com/amusementtoday Bringing people together both socially and Competing in the Half Iron Man Triathlon. professionally. I really love my … Follow us on Twitter Favorite flavor of ice cream Friends, family and life. twitter.com/amusementtoday Vanilla Bean. The best part of living in Texas is … For me, the worst outdoor chore is … The great people, wonderful places and Subscribe to our YouTube channel Get a free QR Code scanner for your phone youtube.com/amusementtoday Pulling weeds! down-to-earth way of living. by visting www.mobiletag.com. March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 5

The Atlanta Botanical Gardens selects Gateway Ticketing Systems GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems recently announced its selection by The At- lanta Botanical Garden as the venue’s new ticketing and access control provider. The Garden will join other landmark Atlanta venues, in implementing Gateway’s flagship point of sale and admission control solution, Galaxy. EXPO running charitable program. The Garden’s more than 400,000 annual guests will have the option to purchase tickets onsite at the venue or online ahead of time using the venue’s eGalaxy Web Store. In addition to front gate and online Continued from page 1 Registration is avail- able in the convention cen- sales, the venue will also employ Galaxy for group sales, resource management and access control. Hand- ter’s Hall N1 from 8 a.m. to 5 held point of sale units will be used for mobile ticketing. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and p.m. on Tuesday, March 24; 8 live entertainment provided. a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, AMOA Breakfast & March 25; and 8:30 a.m. to Membership Meeting 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March (Thursday, March 26): The 26. 2015 Annual Meeting of The Exhibit Hall is open AMOA will be conducted at from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on this event. Attendees will re- Wednesday, March 25, and ceive an update on current Thursday, March 26. association business affairs Along with the Westgate and enjoy a presentation of Resort & Casino, official ac- service and industry awards. commodations are being Wayne E. Hesch Memori- provided by Hilton Grand al Scholarship Raffle (Thurs- Vacations and the SpringHill day, March 26): This fund- Suites Marriott— both within raiser is the primary source walking distance of the con- of scholarship monies raised. vention center. All attendees are encouraged For the full schedule of to stop by the Hesch booth, events, a complete list of ex- purchase raffle tickets and hibitors, and further informa- qualify for a chance to win tion on associated activities the grand prize, a new Ford and accommodations, please Mustang, and some great visit the Amusement Expo merchandise while support- website. ing the industry’s longest- •www.amusementexpo.org 6 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 DreamVision unveils plans for parks in Texas, Alabama Texas press announcement leaves more questions than answers for proposed $3.5 billion resorts, to open by 2020, on 5,000 and 1,400 acres

STORY: Jeffrey L. Seifert notable positions such as ex- [email protected] ecutive vice president of Walt See related editorial...page 2 Disney Entertainment World- See DreamVision video at FORT WORTH, Texas — wide, production manager for www.amusementtoday.com The DreamVision Company, ’s Creative a Fort Worth-based privately Entertainment division, vice owned entertainment and president and executive pro- media enterprise, announced ducer of entertainment for plans for two, multi-billion as dollar theme parks to be built well as production and stage simultaneously. manager for Raiders of the Lost Located in Fort Worth’s Ark. Add to the mix an ex- metroplex region and slated tensive partnership with The to open in 2020, DreamVi- Thomas Kinkade Company, sion Mountain/DreamScape, which mass marketed printed Texas, promises to trans- reproductions of artist Thom- port guests through multiple as Kinkade’s pastoral and themed lands and attractions. idealistic winter landscape Rising up in the center paintings. of the park will be the iconic However, the elaborate DreamVision Mountain, a presentation held on the towering winter wonder- outskirts of downtown Fort land and one of the largest Worth seemed to raise more indoor winter snow experi- questions than it answered. ences in the world, featur- Noticeably absent from At right: the Dream Vision ing winter sports like skiing, the presentation was an an- team (l to r): Rick Silanskas, snowboarding and bobsled- nouncement of the actual lo- CEO DreamVision; Bryan ding. The realistic winter cation for this dream. “West Robinson, CEO Provident landscape, inspired by the of town” was about as spe- Capital LLC; Dave Goodman, artwork of Thomas Kinkade, cific as anyone would get. president theme park & will be created by technology Fort Worth Mayor Betsy development and Ron Logan, developed by Malcolm Clu- Price, who was present for chief creative officer. Above low, the foremost expert in the announcement, believes and below, two released indoor snowmaking. Themed the company has looked at images of the DreamVision lands, including Dreamscape several locations, including theme park. COURTESY DREAMVISION; Tinsel Town, Nadia’s Story- southwest Tarrant County. In AT/GARY SLADE book Land and Dreamscape a brief interview with Amuse- Metropolis, will surround ment Today, Dave Goodman, ebrating 20 years of “invest- DreamVision Mountain, each DreamVision president of ing outside the numbers,” yet offering unique attractions, theme parks and develop- the site was also registered on rides and adventures. ment, confirmed that al- February 3, 2015, listing Rob- The second 1,400-acre though the location will not inson as the registrant with park, DreamVision Sound- yet be revealed, the property yet another address in the city scape, planned for Muscle has been secured. The site of of Province, Alabama. If any- Shoals, Alabama, plans to pay the proposed Alabama park thing else is on the website it homage to the history and remains equally elusive. is unclear, as navigating be- folklore of the Shoals. Dream- The presenters assured yond the home page requires Vision promises to feature those in attendance and those a password with no instruc- musically themed “neighbor- viewing via live streaming, tions on how to request one. hoods” showcasing country, that financing is already in Goodman told AT that neighboring Texans who have claim to fame is a short, ani- pop, gospel, jazz and more place. Bryan Robinson, CEO the project has not sought faced landscape-watering re- mated video titled Hooked. Al- with unique all-age rides, such of Provident Global Capital any government bonds or re- strictions from an ongoing though well done, it was up- as Soundscape Singing River; was introduced as a partner quested any tax abatements drought that is now enter- loaded to the video-sharing Breaches, an extreme roller in the parks. and is instead relying solely ing its fifth year, along with site, Vimeo, more than four coaster; Slide Guitar, a drop AT research shows that on private funding. Other occasional rolling blackouts years ago. A second video ride; and Oceanica, a domed Robinson registered Provi- than introducing Robinson as due to shortages of available short Unsung Hero was de- water playground along with dent Global Capital, LLC a partner, sources of the fund- power. One does not need an buted at the February 9 press various performance venues. with the Alabama Secretary of ing were not mentioned dur- energy expert to surmise that conference. The destination will also in- State on Feb. 3, 2015, just days ing the presentation. making snow during 100-de- DreamVision Mountain/ clude golf courses, hotels, re- before the conference. Rob- When questioned about gree Texas summers is going DreamScape is scheduled to tail and more. inson listed a post office box the water and energy re- to require a lot of resources open in 2020 and DreamVi- An impressive dream to in Killen, Alabama, for the quirements for such a large already in short supply. sion Soundscape is sched- be sure. business. He appears to have undertaking, Goodman as- Although DreamVision uled for 2019. Time will tell Equally impressive, at a residence in Killen and an sured AT that this would be bills itself is an entertainment if DreamVision’s dreams and least on the surface, is the investment business, Robin- a green project, with an envi- and media enterprise focused visions will come true, or if team assembled to bring this son Capital Investments LLC, ronmentalist on staff to make on developing emotionally North Texas and Alabama are dream to reality. Heavy on in nearby Florence, Alabama. certain the resort is efficient, driven and technologically- looking at yet another pipe ex-Walt Disney people, cur- The Provident website home clean and green. That may advanced family attractions dream. rent executives once held page mentions they are cel- not be enough to appease and entertainment, its only March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 7 8 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015

POWERED BY OPERATED BY March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 9 INTERNATIONAL Goddard Group enjoying multiple China projects — Page 11 / Disneyland adding hotel — Page 12 PortAventura signs five year deal with Cirque du Soleil STORY: Andrew Mellor center. And now one of the the back of its success the two [email protected] most famous entertainment companies began negotiations companies in the world will for future touring extended COSTA DORADA, add to the visitor offering runs. — PortAventura Resort has with its own unique blend of Commenting on the signed an agreement with spectacular entertainment. agreement, Fernando Al- Cirque du Soleil to establish a The deal will see Cirque decoa, general manager of summer touring base for the du Soleil’s big top staging a operations and finance at world famous Canadian en- number of different touring PortAventura, said: “This tertainment company at the productions, the first of which partnership represents an- resort. will be Amaluna, which ar- other step in our international Situated an hour’s drive rives in Europe for the first strategy to position the resort from Barcelona in Spain, the time this year. The partner- as the best family destination popular theme park resort ship began with Kooza in July in Europe, a model like Sen- is one of Europe’s largest and August 2014, making Port tosa Island (Singapore) and such attractions, boasting a Aventura the first European Orlando (USA).” 105-acre theme park and wa- resort to host a Cirque du So- Charles Décarie, COO at ter park, four 4- themed leil touring show. More than Cirque du Soleil, said: “Cirque The Cirque du Soleil show Amaluna will be seen in Europe hotels, three golf courses, a 100,000 spectators enjoyed du Soleil is very pleased to for the first time in 2015 at PortAventura Resort. beach club and a convention Kooza at the resort and on 4See CIRQUE, page 10 COURTESY PORTAVENTURA RESORT Triotech, FunLab Cevahir open Turkey’s first interactive

MONTREAL, Canada — Officials at Triotech recently announced the installation of Turkey’s first interactive dark ride attraction. The new ride, located in Istanbul, will be operated in partnership with FunLab Cevahir, Turkey’s leader in FECs. Ernest Yale, president and CEO of Triotech said: “We are very happy to open this inter- active dark ride with a strong Turkey’s leading FEC operator, FunLab Cevahir, has announced the recent opening of Zombi, an interactive dark ride from local partner. FunLab’s exper- Triotech. The ride features six, four-person police themed vehicles that travel a 216-foot long course featuring four interac- tise in the amusement and en- tive scenes and four non-interactive scenes. Triotech officials are excited about this new ride opening as it shows the indus- tertainment world is extreme- try that FEC owners can also afford to add a dark ride to their attraction mix. COURTESY TRIOTECH ly strong.” For the new attraction, ture. The ride features six cars teractive dark ride. It’s not just the amusement industry in and interactive media-based dubbed Zombi, Triotech de- with four interactive scenes for large parks,” added Gabi Turkey, FunLab is well aware attractions for both the enter- signed and produced the ani- and four non-interactive Salabi, vice president of busi- that continuous innovation is tainment and edutainment mation and gaming system scenes. The 216-foot-long ad- ness development for Triotech. key to success in a competitive markets. Triotech attractions that allows guests to experi- venture blends media-based Triotech recently won two market. This new ride & our are installed in over 40 coun- ence a 3D adventure enhanced interactivity with 4D effects. Brass Ring Awards for Best partnership with Triotech will tries across all continents, and with 4D effects and interactiv- Extensive physical décor and New Product in 2013 for FEC’s not only keep us cutting-edge the company also operates its ity. The ride system was pro- theming completes the immer- and in 2014 for Major Theme/ but also add value to the entire own studio to develop state- vided by Gosetto srl of Treviso sion for riders. Attraction Parks as well as network of FEC’s we operate,” of-the art custom content for in Italy. “This installation high- IAAPA’s prestigious Impact added Levent Baloglu, CEO of its attractions. Triotech is a pri- On Zombi, guests ride lights the flexibility and scal- Award for its Interactive Dark Balo-FunLab. vately held company based in aboard four-person police- ability inherent in our media Ride at IAAPA’s Expo last No- Since 1999, Triotech has Canada with additional offices themed vehicles and embark based offering. Even an FEC vember. been creating technologi- the U.S., U.K. and China. on a family-friendly adven- can afford to invest in an in- “As the leading brand of cally advanced immersive 10 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 Legoland Germany adds new attractions and events for 2015 season STORY: Andrew Mellor [email protected]

GÜNZBURG, Germany — Legoland Germany Re- sort begins its 2015 season on March 28 and will unveil a variety of new attractions and events, along with a new ac- commodation offering for this year. Among the new attrac- tions will be the Lego City Police Station in the Imagi- nation area of the park. Here guests young and old will be Legoland Germany will introduce a number of new attrac- able to help the Lego police- tions in 2015 while also offering a comprehensive events men look for “dangerous rob- program throughout the season. bers” as they walk through an COURTESY LEGOLAND GERMANY unpredictable labyrinth full of obstacles which they must provide interesting encoun- tages, camping and Knight’s overcome, including a Mirror ters for visitors with over Tents. The 14 heated, four-per- Maze and laser barriers, dur- 2,000 fish, including bamboo son barrels feature a separate ing a wild chase. There will sharks, along with rays and sleeping area and a small liv- also be a large play and build- seahorses, all of which can be ing compartment which can The new Lego City Police Station at Legoland Germany is ing area where guests can play admired through a glass tun- be converted into a children’s nel in a huge ocean tank. bedroom. They are decorated situated in the Imagination area of the park. with Lego bricks and help to COURTESY LEGOLAND GERMANY build up the Lego City. The A unique accommodation in a pirate theme and expand Lego City Police Station is an offering will also be avail- the total accommodation ca- as soon as the park reopens. Girls event in June, music and interactive attraction for the able at the park in 2015 in pacity by 56 beds. Among those taking place will fireworks nights in July and whole family and is unique the shape of rustic camping A wide range of events be Large Lego building fun at August and fun in within the six Legoland parks barrels, which will comple- can also be enjoyed through- Easter, an Action Day in May, October. A season finale with around the world. ment the existing King’s and out the season at Legoland a Mother’s Day event, Lego fireworks will take place on Atlantis by Sea Life will Knight’s Castle, themed cot- Germany, these beginning Star Wars days and a Lego November 8.

Innovative Leisure CIRQUE Europe, set to be built at Port- product range well Continued from page 9 Aventura, will commence construction in around two received at VAE show confirm a five year agreement months’ time. To be located OADBY, Leicester, U.K. with PortAventura Resort and in one of the existing visitor — Innovative Leisure has reinforces that Spain, its local parking areas, it will occupy reported a successful conclu- public and Spanish fans re- an area of 75,000 square me- sion to the Visitor Attraction main central to our company’s ters (807,293 square feet) and Expo (VAE) held in London future.” will include a five star hotel. January 13-15, with its popu- In other news from the The investment in this new lar range of products attract- Spanish resort, it has been part of the resort will be ap- ing a good flow of visitors confirmed that the first- Fer proximately €100 million (U.S. from a wide variety of ven- rari branded theme park in $114 million). ues and facilities. The company was pro- Pictured on the Innovative Leisure stand at the VAE show moting its full range of at- are (from left to right) Simon Baldwin from The Warehouse tractions at the event which Climbing Center in Gloucester, and Innovative Leisure’s Si- mon Cockerill, Emma Booth and Phil Pickersgill. was co-organized and of- COURTESY INNOVATIVE LEISURE ficially supported by the U.K. parks trade association ful range of Sky Trail High by bringing some attractions BALPPA and held at the Ex- Ropes courses, which now to the event and the pres- Cel exhibition center along- incorporates the brand new ence of the Climbing Tower side the established EAG Sky Trail Seeker kids only and DigiWall on our stand show, which caters to the course, the Sky Tykes courses certainly helped to draw coin-operated amusements for younger children, the Wa- visitors. It was a good start sector. Innovative Leisure’s ter Wars water balloon game, for what is a new show and stand space was the larg- the recently introduced we were very pleased to see est within the VAE and fea- Downpour Derby, the Coco- a lot of the more traditional tured a fully built-up mo- nut Tree Climb and mobile BALPPA members present bile Climbing Tower and an Zip Lines. and a good number of indoor operational DigiWall, both “The show turned out play and FEC operators. But attractions creating much in- to be a very successful few we also had many new in- terest among visitors. days,” commented Innova- quiries from visitors who Other products being tive Leisure Managing Di- came mainly for the EAG ele- Cirque du Soleil will add to the entertainment offering at promoted by the company rector Phil Pickersgill. “We ment of the show, which was PortAventura Resort over the next five years with its spec- included its hugely success- wanted to support BALPPA pleasing.” tacular shows. COURTESY PORTAVENTURA RESORT March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 11 The Goddard Group helms impressive roster of China projects

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Gary Goddard, CEO/founder, the Goddard Group, recently released details on a number of new large-scale projects for a variety of clients across China. The Hollywood-based compa- ny is currently responsible for more theme parks and resorts, now open, or under construc- tion, in China than any other themed design company in the world. The Goddard Group’s cur- rent high profile projects in China include:

Studio City Macau Goddard revealed that cli- ent Melco Crown Entertain- ment Ltd., a developer, owner and operator of casino gaming and entertainment resort facili- ties in Asia, selected Gary God- dard Entertainment (a unit of the Goddard Group,) for the Concept Design, Master Plan- The Goddard Group re- ning and Architectural Design cently announced details of the cinematically-themed on a number of new large- gaming and leisure destination scale projects for a variety resort in Macau. of clients across China. The The $3.2 billion, Holly- Hollywood-based company wood-inspired Studio City Ma- is currently responsible cau complex will transport the for more theme parks and visitor into a stunning cinemat- resorts, now open, or under ic world with awe-inspiring at- construction, in China than tractions, positioning this new any other themed design destination resort as Asia’s company in the world. newest entertainment capital. “Because we share a uni- The projects include: Polar fied vision when it comes to Ocean World in Shanghai Hollywood and the world of (above); Studio City in motion pictures, our collabo- Macau (right) and ration with Lawrence Ho, co- Kingdom of Poseidon in chairman and CEO of Melco Harbin (below right). Crown Entertainment, was COURTESY THE GODDARD GROUP highly productive, resulting in one of the most exciting, dy- chang Holdings Group, a new namic and architecturally stun- themed-entertainment desti- ning integrated resorts ever nation: “Polar Ocean World.” created, not only in Macau, but The project, a marine-themed in the world,” said Goddard. cultural park, is being heralded When it opens in mid-2015, as an important part of Shang- Melco Crown’s Studio City will hai, China’s tourism plan. Hai- offer visitors a next generation chang Holdings has secured of outstanding leisure destina- land use rights for Polar Ocean tion experiences designed to World, which will be devel- enhance and establish the ter- oped on a site next to Dishui ritory as a truly international Lake. tourism center. Ideally located “We are excited and hon- on the Cotai Strip, close to ored to be part of the ground- the Lotus Bridge immigration breaking new Polar Ocean point (which connects Hengqin World in Shanghai,” said God- Island with a future station for dard. “The goal here was to the Macau Light Rapid Transit) create an attraction that would Studio City will deliver more offer a uniquely different ex- world-class entertainment perience than the nearby Dis- amenities than any other inte- ney park, and one that would grated resort in Macau. provide a complimentary, yet equally compelling, destina- Polar Ocean World tion for families the world Shanghai over.” The Goddard Group is cur- Polar Ocean World, sched- rently designing, for client Hai- 4See GODDARD, page 12 12 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 to add new, 750-room hotel STORY: Andrew Mellor [email protected]

HONG KONG — Hong Kong Disneyland Resort re- cently marked another mile- stone in its continued devel- opment when it broke ground on what will be its third hotel. Explorers Lodge, a 750- room hotel slated to open in 2017, will be dedicated to the spirit of exploration and will invite guests to enter a new world “full of discovery, na- ture and exotic cultures.” It will feature four distinct gar- dens based on cultures from around the world, along with new themed restaurants, a shop and a large outdoor swimming pool. “This groundbreaking is another exciting milestone in Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s almost 10 year his- The new Explorers Hotel at Hong Kong Disneyland will be themed on four tory,” commented , regions of the world. COURTESY HONG KONG DISNEYLAND RESORT president and managing di- rector, Asia, for Walt Disney Hong Kong Disneyland.” the globe, adding their own sort, , noted that enhance the guest experi- Parks and Resorts. “This ex- The hotel’s theme of ex- artifacts and specimens gath- the two existing hotels have ence and benefit the region’s pansion is key to continuing ploration will be brought ered over a lifetime of travels. consistently enjoyed an oc- growing tourism industry.” the resort’s growth and mo- to life throughout its guest Thus the theming will reflect cupancy rate of more than 90 Construction of Disney’s mentum and it underscores rooms, themed gardens, res- an African savannah, a South percent in recent years, add- Explorers Lodge will create The Walt Disney Company’s taurants and shop. It will be American rainforest, a Poly- ing: “As an integral part of additional job opportunities commitment to Hong Kong. inspired by four 1920s explor- nesian island paradise and an the resort’s overall expansion as well as another 600 to 700 This project, along with other ers’ travels to four regions area inspired by the natural plan, the third hotel will in- full-time equivalent positions upcoming expansion projects of the world, who coopera- beauty of Asia. crease our total room supply at Hong Kong Disneyland and new offerings, will con- tively built a lodge based on Managing Director of by 75 percent to 1,750. We are Resort after it commences tinue to add to the appeal of their adventures throughout Hong Kong Disneyland Re- confident the new hotel will operation.

GODDARD “As a world-class, flagship ture tales. Goddard Group’s den within several sound stag- park, Polar Ocean World will client is Malaysia-based KW- Shanghai Bund es. In this manner, the site will Continued from page 11 showcase a wide range of spe- Zone Group, which has invest- Hengdian be able to function simultane- cies from the sea. It will also ed $1.6 billion U.S. dollars into Shanghai Bund, is a large ously both as a working movie uled to open in 2017, will host significant entertainment the project. movie studio and theme park studio and a tourist attraction.” become Haichang’s seventh features, such as large, marine “The Kingdom of Poseidon resort set to open in Hengdian “The new studio and mov- polar-themed destination in science-based facilities and an will take visitors into compel- 2016. ie park will be home to sev- China. The project will consist Omnimax movie theater. We ling stories in a variety of ways, “As a film director myself, eral large-scale themed rides, of a marine theme park with are determined to ensure that immersing them in an assort- we were thrilled with this proj- shows, and studio tours, de- 13 exhibition halls, four, large, the Shanghai project will be on ment of ocean-themed adven- ect on several levels. First, to signed to transport guests back animal-interaction plazas, four par with the industry’s global, tures,” said Jeffs. “Using a wide re-create The Bund in its pre- to The Bund’s golden era,” cinemas, 18 rides, space for ani- first-tier standards in the areas range of ‘real world’ 4D effects, war condition was a design- said Jeffs. “These attractions mal-related exhibitions and pa- of animal science exhibition, and, in many cases, making er’s dream assignment. We are based upon classic Chi- rades, and a hotel. The attrac- education, themed-entertain- use of the latest in video map- are literally recreating a major nese motion picture genres and tions will combine elements ment and high technology,” ping, 3D, and other projection international city in its pre- styles, and are sure to make of entertainment, ecology, and said Wang Xuguang, CEO of technologies, guests will expe- war state, making it a suitable this park’s entertainment offer- scientific research. Haichang Holdings. rience an unprecedented array shooting location for a host of ings truly unique.” Goddard Group Director of undersea, oversea, and by- motion picture productions. In Chris Crary, Goddard of Design Taylor Jeffs explains, Kingdom of Poseidon the-sea attractions.” addition, we also melded many Group’s director of Master “We have been busy creating Harbin Goddard added, “We are other areas of old Shanghai Planning and Architecture, attractions that are original and Construction has begun on creating something entirely dif- into this attraction, as part of an added, “Instead of separate ar- without precedent in China, a new, themed-entertainment ferent with Kingdom of Posei- overall Shanghai studio back- eas for The Bund’s studio and by merging rides, theaters and attraction, Kingdom of Posei- don. Our goal is to provide lot. We were able to work with studio tour — like most other aquatic arenas in ways that will don, based in Harbin, China, a new ways by which to involve the Hengdian Studios team to movie studio-based theme make emotional connections city famous for its annual win- park guests in the mysteries, design a backlot that would parks — here both will be inte- with our audiences. We want ter Ice Festival where hundreds adventures, myths, sagas, and greatly facilitate shooting grated into a single unit, made our visitors to be entertained of carved blocks of ice form an legends about the seas – stories within multiple areas, simul- possible by the specialized and wowed, excited and sur- illuminated Ice Kingdom and which have been with us since taneously. Beyond that, and placement of key production prised, while touching their draw millions of people. King- mankind’s earliest days of based upon our many years of facilities and filming locations. hearts, too. We are looking dom of Poseidon will feature a civilization. Man’s connection designing major attractions for This unique design will allow forward to connecting families wide array of rides, shows, and with the world’s oceans will be Universal Studios in Los Ange- the theme park and the studio with nature and the ocean in unique experiences based upon communicated here through a les and Florida, we were able to itself to function simultaneous- ways that will ensure lifetime stories of Poseidon and other series of exciting and heart-felt blend-in a working studio tour ly, each without interrupting memories.” famous, ocean-related adven- emotional attractions.” with themed attractions hid- the other.” March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 13 WATER PARKS & RESORTS Kings Dominion water park adding slides — Page 16 / Aquatopia to debut three world — Page 16 Carnival’s newest ship to feature SkyRide and water park

STORY: Jeffrey L. Seifert nival Vista is the first instal- [email protected] lation of the overhead track system and suspended fitness MIAMI, Fla. — There’s vehicles that have been devel- big fun and spectacular views oped by SkyRide Technology on the horizon, as Carnival of Waconia, Minnesota. [See Cruise Line has revealed the Skyride Technolgy nears several details of its most innova- markets in the November 2014 tive ship ever, Carnival Vis- issue of AT.] ta, debuting in spring 2016. Nearby will be Sky- Designed to connect guests Course, an exhilarating sus- to the ocean with sweeping pended ropes course. Both views and plenty to do both are part of the expanded out- outdoors and in, Carnival door activity park that also Vista will take cruising to new includes a new indoor sports heights and introduce an ex- hangout, The Clubhouse at citing array of groundbreak- SportSquare, featuring mini- ing new features. bowling, ping-pong, arcade Carnival Vista will be basketball, sports video gam- Carnival Cruise Lines’ 25th ing and more. SkyGreens will ship when launched in spring be the miniature golf course 2016. The 133,500 gross ton available on-board. Minia- vessel is under construction in ture golf has become a classic Italy by Fincantieri and when staple of many cruise ships as When the new Carnival Vista finished will have a capacity it is a great family-friendly ac- cruise ship (left) debuts in of 3,936 passengers based on tivity. spring 2016 it will feature a double occupancy. The ship Carnival Vista will fea- 150 foot tall, 800 foot long will be the largest in the Car- ture the largest WaterWorks SkyRide Technology pedal nival fleet and promises to be water park in the fleet with an power ride (above and be- the most fun cruise ship ever array of attractions. Kaleid-O- low) above a ropes course ordered by Carnival. Slide will be the line’s first- installation, minature golf With SkyRide, the cruise ever water tube attraction course and jogging track. A industry’s first pedal-pow- utilizing one- or two-person water park is also featured on ered open-air aerial attrac- rafts traversing the 455-foot the deck. tion, Carnival is creating colorful slide — the longest COURTESY CARNIVAL some of the best and highest waterslide in the fleet. Manu- outdoor vistas ever offered factured by Polin Waterparks on a cruise ship. Adventur- of Istanbul, Turkey, the slide ous riders can climb aboard will take advantage of Po- hanging recumbent-like bikes lin’s unique RTM technology to cycle their way around to manufacture a translucent the 800-foot suspended twin slide with vivid multi-color track with panoramic views rings producing wild, ka- from 150 feet above the sea. leidoscopic visual effects. A Passengers will follow an second body tube slide will oval course above the ship’s feature clear sections to offer running track in sleek, aero- startling views as the slide dynamic, pedal-powered ve- curves precariously close to hicles. The attraction is just the edge of the ship. Water- one of several first-for-the- Works will also incorporate a industry features planned for waterplay structure with mul- the ship. The SkyRide on Car- 4See CARNIVAL, page 14

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Kings Dominion’s water park getting Poconos’ Aquatopia Waterpark to debut makeover, new name, new slides three world premiere attractions DOSWELL, Va. — As part of its 40th anniversary celebra- tion, Kings Dominion will transform its WaterWorks water park TANNERSVILLE, Pa. lations, Kartrite’s Library, into a Soak City. This will be Cedar Fair’s seventh property to — Camelback Lodge and massive water dumping sub- bear that brand although two have since been sold. Following Aquatopia Waterpark has an- mersible, high flying hang the original at , Soak City water parks currently nounced that it will unveil glider, giant carved tree, huge operate at Kings Island, Knott’s Berry Farm and ValleyFair, the world premiere of three sail, zodiac expedition boat, New attractions and elements for the Dominion themer attractions when it opens in periscope, Atlantis-themed will include a 65-foot tall slide tower that features three attrac- April. The first of its kind in- kids-zone, and giant logbook tions: Paradise Plunge sends thrill-seekers into an almost verti- door water park experiences with ink blotter and quill. cal free fall as the floor drops out from underneath their feet. will include: Venus SlydeTrap, our country have been wait- Storm Chaser will be the On Aqua Blast, riders are sent twisting and spiraling through a combo family raft ride; Kar- ing for, and we are pleased to longest and most exciting in- an enclosed chute featuring 360-degree turns. Thunder Falls trite’s Quest, a next genera- introduce so many state-of- door water coaster ride on the launches riders in a tube down a series of intense drops and tion AquaPlay structure; and the-art attractions in time for planet. Using Master Blaster turns. Storm Chaser, the longest spring break.” technology to propel one- or Splash Island, a new children’s area, will double the size uphill indoor water coaster in Venus SlydeTrap rolls two-person rafts uphill along of the current children’s offerings at the park. Features include North America. three attractions into one as a 756-foot course, thrillseek- small slides for young children and multiple jets of streaming “Over the past 10 years, three- to six-person rafts en- water that spray up from the ground, as well as overhead. ers will encounter five drops counter a serpentine flume, a The Soak City makeover will include an updated entrance our country has seen a growth and four curves through area, and improved landscaping throughout the 20-acre park. in the indoor water park phe- 16-foot sphere, and a zero-G open, fully-enclosed dark and Upgraded guest ammeneties will feature improved changing nomenon,” said Ken Ellis, an open “Manta” wall ride. Kart- enclosed translucent sections areas, an additional restroom complex, expanded deluxe ca- owner of Camelback Lodge rite’s Quest takes AquaPlay of the slide. banas with WiFi and television. Kings Dominion’s executive & Aquatopia Indoor Water- structures to the next level These three, first-of-their chef is adding new restaurant concepts. park, co-owner of Camelback with advanced exploration kind, indoor attractions were “The Soak City expansion shows our investment and com- Resort and Camelbeach Wa- opportunities. Traditional ele- developed by WhiteWater mitment to being home to Virginia’s premier water park. We terpark, and president and ments include a 1,000-gallon West of British Columbia, are thrilled to offer two parks for the price of one, which is a CEO of Aquatic Development tipping bucket and 84 interac- Canada. great added-value to our guests who appreciate a chance to Group. “It is an honor to be tive water effects. New tech- When opened in April, cool off during our hot summer season,” says Pat Jones, vice able to partner with some of nology will take the attraction the $163 million, 533,000 president and general manager of Kings Dominion. “The new the best minds in the water a step further by making it square-foot Camelback Lodge water park will have thrills and chills for every age, creating park industry to give fami- educational as well as inter- & Aquatopia Indoor Water- memories that last a lifetime.” lies the most innovative in- active. Children will be able park will be the largest ski in/ Soak City is set to open in the spring of 2015 making this door water park experience to explore dozens of highly ski out indoor water park ho- the first expansion at Kings Dominion’s water park since 2007. to date. We truly believe this themed elements includ- tel in the U.S. — Jeffrey Seifert is the wow factor families in ing: The Flags of the World, — Jeffrey Seifert the Northeastern region of navigation symbols, constel-

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Kay Park introduces new Pong Table

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Walt Disney Co.’s quarterly revenue and servation wheels, says it will open this spring profit topped Wall Street estimates as visits and will be the first attraction to debut in the to its theme parks rose and last year’s ani- reimagined I-Drive 360 complex on Interna- mated film hitFrozen drove home video and tional Drive. toy sales. Disney’s shares rose 4.4 percent to • $98.23. The stock reached record highs in re- SkySpire San Diego, a waterfront tower cent months as the company reported strong at least 250 feet tall and possibly topped by performances across its TV networks, theme a restaurant with 360-degree views, has been parks and movie studio. Each of its five divi- proposed as an alternative to a giant Ferris JANESVILLE, Iowa — Kay Park Recreation has intro- sions reported higher operating income for wheel on San Diego Bay. The project, cost- duced its newly designed Pong Table for outdoor use the quarter. Operating income at Disney’s ing up to $40 million, is one of five the San with polished fiber-reinforced concrete table top, coated parks and resorts rose 20 percent to $805 mil- Diego Unified Port District board was re- metal legs and net to withstand weather. The table, at lion in the company’s fiscal first quarter, ended viewing as it explores options for the next 50 1,100 pounds is heavy enough to stay in place and is de- Dec. 27, when more people visited its parks in years of bayfront development. Resembling a signed to withstand the weather conditions while giving the United States. They also spent more on giant coffee press with a double-helix rail car- years of service. tickets, merchandise, food and drinks. rying 10-passenger gondolas, the proposed The net plate has been designed so it can be custom • observation tower would be built by U.S. laser cut with the facility name. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment re- Thrill Rides, an Orlando-based company that Ping Pong is fun for all ages! It makes a great addi- ceived two Parents’ Choice Silver Honor has produced more than 300 rides for theme tion to the amenities of many types of facilities’ grounds! awards for the Orlando company’s Satur- parks and other destinations, including San FEC’s and other amusement facilities can rent out pad- day morning television series, “The Wildlife Diego’s Belmont Park. dles and balls to generate revenue. Docs” and Emmy-nominated “Sea Rescue.” • For more information, call (800) 553-2476 for Pong SeaWorld’s distribution partner, Litton Enter- With its massive concrete foundation now Table pricing or to request a free copy of the Kay Park tainment, submitted both shows for consid- in place, the countdown to take off is on for 2015 catalog. eration by the Parents’ Choice Foundation, Skyforce, a new high-flying attraction open- •www.kaypark.com which honors outstanding children’s media. ing this spring at Pleasure Beach. Fewer than 20 percent of products submitted A custom-designed version of the Sky Fly for awards receive any level of commenda- ride from Germany’s , Skyforce will tion. Past winners of the Silver Honor include see the Pleasure Beach become the world’s popular educational shows, books and Web first park to have a ride based on the popu- sites such as PBS’ “Fetch!” lar aerobatic display team, the Red Arrows. • Protecting the Pleasure Beach’s rides from will be the lat- the corrosive effects of sand, sea water and est in the theme park chain to offer guests a strong winds is the foremost challenge for the ride in reverse on its popular B&M inverted site’s design team and a new system has been roller coaster, : The Ride. This all-new created to protect the metal work of Skyforce ride experience – dubbed Batman: The Ride in conjunction with Gerstlauer. Skyforce is Backwards will debut on the park’s opening nestled under the lift hill of the Big One roller day, March 14, 2015. coaster, and will be decorated with Red Ar- “We are excited to offer our guests an rows livery, with its own control tower. incredible and gravity-defying ride on one of • the park’s most popular attractions,” said Six PGAV Destinations has been selected Flags Atlanta Properties Park President Dale for the design of the relocation of the Big Kaetzel. “This twist is the first of several new Bear Alpine Zoo (BBAZ), California’s only experiences coming this season to Gotham wild animal rescue and rehabilitation facility City.” of its kind. BBAZ offers a safe haven for in- • jured, orphaned, and imprinted wild animals, Busch Gardens Tampa Facebook fans aiming to enhance human understanding and have spoken, and the name of the baby respect for the value of our ecosystem. Begun male gorilla is Enzi. The name was chosen in the aftermath of a 1959 San Bernardino Na- after nearly 2,000 votes were submitted in a tional Forest wild fire, BBAZ is home to a wide Facebook poll. Enzi means “power” in Swa- range of injured, abandoned, or illegal-pet- hili, which is spoken by various communities recovery animals. The plan calls for the Zoo living in Eastern Africa. The other name op- to relocate a short distance within the City of tions were Birungi, meaning “bringer of good Big Bear Lake. things,” and Bem, meaning “peace.” The • baby gorilla was born on Dec. 16 at Busch Three new nighttime spectaculars will Gardens to 12-year old endangered western dazzle guests at the Disneyland Resort when lowland gorilla, Pele. Both Pele and baby, the Diamond Celebration begins Friday, May along withBusch Gardens’ other gorillas, can 22, 2015. Nighttime will glitter as never be- be seen in the Myombe Reserve habitat at se- fore when the latest technology and immer- lect times throughout the day. sive special effects lift the Paint the Night • parade and Disneyland Forever fireworks A golden bolt was the last piece of the spectacular beyond anything seen in the past 400-foot-tall, Intamin-built, Orlando Eye to at Disneyland Park. In Disney California Ad- be installed as crews put the last of the gi- venture park, a new “World of Color” show ant wheel’s 30 passenger capsules in place on featuring Mickey Mouse will tell the story of February 5. The Eye began to rotate immedi- Walt Disney and the Happiest Place on Earth ately for a brief test. , through fountains, film, animation, a stirring which owns and operates the Eye brand of ob- musical score and visual surprises. March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 23

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FORT WORTH, Texas — The 2015 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, which ran Jan. 16-Feb. 7, was one for the record books. And, that is literally. Numerous records were broken during the 23-day livestock and agriculture extravaganza at Will Rogers Each year during the Pennsylvania Farm Show (Penn- Memorial Center, including sylvania’s equivalent to a state fair minus the rides), the an all-time attendance mark. Talley Amusements brought Pennsylvania State Showmen’s Association sells $2.00 The show drew a total 48 rides and 30 games to tickets to ride the carousel. Proceeds are split between of 1,248,500. The past re- the 2015 Fort Worth Stock the PA Department of Agriculture scholarship fund and cord was set in 2012 when Show and Rodeo Midway. the PSSA scholarship fund. This year, at the 99th show, 1,166,000 fairgoers attend- A record 1,248,500 guests more than $19,000 was raised for each of the two orga- ed. Last year’s attendance passed through the gates nization’s funds. The ticket takers are (l to r): Jerry Bar- was 1,136,100. during the 23-day run. tlebaugh, Bartlebaugh Amusements; Lisa Bartlebaugh, AT/SAMMY PICCOLA Bartlebaugh Amusements and Jim Huey, concessionaire. “With the exceptionally good weather experienced during the 2015 show, most among the streets in down- The grand champion previous year’s show re- town Fort Worth kicked off steer, a 1,344-pound Euro- cords were shattered,” said the event. pean crossbred, topped all Brad Barnes, Fort Worth Talley Amusements, the challenges with an impres- Stock Show & Rodeo’s pres- midway provider for the sive $240,000 bid, a record. ident and general manager. Fort Worth Stock Show and “Records range from gener- Rodeo for over a decade, FAST FACTS al grounds attendance and provided 48 rides and 30 rodeo ticket sales, to gross games on the midway. $3,709,361 paid to junior receipts from our 16 live- A record $3.7 million livestock exhibitors during stock auctions. was generated for the 2015 the Sale of Champions. “Our food vendors and Junior Sale of Champions. 1,248,500 people attend- commercial exhibitors all Local business owners, ex- ed this year, crushing the experienced growth in sales ecutives and individuals old attendance record of 1,166,000 set in 2012. as well,” Barnes said. “We were responsible for pur- $240,000 paid for the had a very successful 23- chasing 286 head of steers, This 1946 Herschel carousel, provided by Steve Switka, grand champion steer, Bob S&S Amusements, Scott Township, Pa. has been with the day run and we appreciate barrows, lambs and goats. Marley, beating the previ- eight day run of the Pennsylvania Farm Show since 2005. the support of our commu- “It’s remarkable to see ous record of $230,000. It is located in the Family Living Section of the Main Hall. nity.” the kind of support provid- 100,100 people attended Proceeds from this ride and the Dalton Mini Tractor ride The theme for this year ed by our area leaders and the last day of the Stock in the Weis Exposition Hall go to scholarship funds of was “Stock Show Strong.” organizations,” Barnes said. Show setting a new record both the Showmen’s Association and the PA Department The event was packed full “They realize these students for the show’s final day. of Agriculture scholarship fund. The mini tractor ride was of entertainment including have put in countless hours 61 degrees was the aver- furnished by Steel City Shows, now a part of the new 36 rodeo performances in 23 of dedication to their live- age high temperature dur- Powers & Thomas Midway Entertainment. days. stock projects and are will- ing the 23-day Stock Show. The traditional All West- ing to reward them with 13 daily attendance re- AT/B. DEREK SHAW ern Parade that weaves above market prices.” cords were set this year. March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 25

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GIBSONTON, Fla. — The International Independent Showmen’s Association (IISA) has seen its annual Extravagan- do our best to earn our posi- za and Trade Show attendance tion.” drop steadily. is currently This year was no different. in production manufacturing But, attendance is not what two new Zippers for carnival drives this event, according owners. One was sold to Skin- to officials. It is what occurs ners’ Amusements. The owner among those who do attend of the second hasn’t been an- that perpetuates and preserves nounced. this show. “We haven’t manufactured Teresa Rimes, show secre- a Zipper in a while,” Miller tary, said she continues, year said. “We are retheming and Wadkins exhibited its Expo after year, to hear comments updating it. It will be the same Wheel at the 2015 Interna- from exhibitors that buyers are ride, but the new generation tional Independent Show- on the grounds. will have a more modern look.” men’s Association Extrava- Bob’s Space Racers was on hand at this year’s IISA Extrava- “I had many comments Miller said Chance is work- ganza and Trade Show, held ganza and Trade Show. Along with this Lucky Duck game, from exhibitors that said this ing on selling a couple of Cen- Feb. 3-7, Gibsonton, Fla. the company displayed its new Jumpin’ Monkeys game. It year was the best they ever tury Wheels and “we are work- AT/SUE NICHOLS also had a trailer set up, which featured four games, one on had,” Rimes said. “We think ing on a totally new attraction each side. AT/SUE NICHOLS the show went very well.” that has never been done. We chased a Groovy Bus. Luehrs’ The Extravaganza and are in development right now Ideal Rides and World’s Finest Trade Show, held this year Feb. to see if it can be done.” Shows each purchased a Frog 3-7, is produced by the Interna- Len Soled, Rides-4-U, also Hopper. tional Independent Showmen’s had a very good show. He did “We, again, noticed that Foundation (IISF), the non- exhibit and had quite a few buyers were at the show,” Soled profit arm of the IISA. pieces of equipment. In fact, he said. “We are very pleased.” The extravaganza includes won an award for having the And, there were many the trade show, meetings, edu- largest exhibit. The rides on ex- more exhibitors expressing cational sessions and a variety hibit were mostly pre-sold, but positive results. of social events. business was done at the show. Bob’s Space Racers exhib- While attendance may On the grounds, Soled dis- ited several pieces including its have dropped, there are ex- played: a SBF/Visa compact new Jumpin’ Monkeys game. hibitors looking to return to the spinning coaster going to But- It also exhibited a trailer that fold. For example, Jeff Miller, ler Amusements; SBF/Visa Jets featured four games. The long representing Chance Rides in ride going to Campy’s Amuse- sides offered a balloon game sales for the carnival industry, ments; SBF/Visa Groovy Bus and a water race game. The said he visited the trade show going to Majestic Rides; Fred- short sides offered a toss game this year on behalf of Chance. rickson slide going to Hough- and a basketball game. “Chance Rides has been ton Enterprises; and SBF/Visa Dalton Kid-ride Rebuild- Battech Enterprises brought two slides and set them up side mostly absent from this show Drop ‘N Twist to Beauce Car- ers Inc. set up its Farm Tractor by side, creating this larger attraction, at this year’s IISA Ex- for a long time,” Miller said. nival. ride and had two other rides on travaganza and Trade Show, held Feb. 3-7, Gibsonton, Fla. “We took a different approach While at the show, among trailers. AT/SUE NICHOLS this year. We didn’t exhibit, but some of Soled’s sales were two exhibited its I spent about two and a half KMG Inversions, one to Sker- Sky Ride and Wadkins had set the association’s museum, Business Association (OABA) days mostly getting our feet beck Entertainment Co. and up its Expo Wheel. Wisdom the American Carnival Mu- and the Showmen’s League wet. It was good to be back.” one to PBJ Happee Day Shows. showed its Gravitron, Centri- seum. The event was held on of America (SLA) held events Miller said he was encour- He sold a KMG Fire Ball to fuge and Truck Ride. the grounds and netted about on the IISA grounds. The aged by the reaction from at- Deggeller Attractions, and a Battech Enterprises set up $6,000. OABA, along with the IISF, tendees. Drop N’ Twist and Groovy Bus two of its slides side by side. Dates for the 2016 trade held a ribbon cutting event at “We are very pleased to be to Goldstar Amusements. For the first time this year, show were not available at the association’s museum on involved in the carnival indus- the IISF held a Friday night press time. Wednesday. The ribbon cutting try,” he said. “We (Chance) will Tons of Fun also pur- event with proceeds to go to The Outdoor Amusement represented the grand opening of the OABA Hall of Fame and Industry Pioneer section of the museum. The OABA held a reception that evening on the IISA grounds. The SLA held a social mix- er and a meeting on Thursday evening. Both organizations had booths at the trade show. Educational sessions ad- dressed topics such as employ- ment screening, DOT com- pliance, workplace violence, accident investigating, and for- eign labor. March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 27 Insuring fun and games for 75 years.

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HERSHEY, Pa. — Atten- P.O. Box 238 dance was down slightly this year for the Pennsylvania State Merino, CO. 80741 Association of County Fairs (PSACF) and Pennsylvania 800-634-6097 970-522-7515 Fax: 970-522-2902 State Showman’s Association (PSSA) convention held at Her- [email protected] www.wisdomrides.com shey Lodge and Convention Center January 21-24. The 103rd edition of this annual event brings together The old and new, shown l to r, are: Ed and Amy Powers, Tracy board members, volunteers and and R.D. Thomas, principals in the new Powers & Thomas staff from most of the 109 coun- Midway Entertainment company. They purchased all the ty and local fairs held through- equipment and routing from Steel City Shows. Back row: out the Commonwealth each Patty and Bill Swank, are retiring after a long time in the year. It is also an opportunity industry in Southwestern Pa. AT/B. DEREK SHAW for three dozen carnival/mid- way owners/operators, along The man who changed with food/game concession- how we dance, with “The Twist,” “Pony aires, attractions, entertainers Time,” “The Limbo and suppliers to show off their Rock” and more had wares by way of a two and a the PA State Fair ban- half day trade show. quet crowd twisting This year there were more with him. All 59 State than 156 vendors, including 20 Fair Queen contestants first-time ones. Exhibit booths, joined Chubby Checker including the Communication on stage for their op- Exhibits — an aisle devoted to portunity to twist with scrapbooks, advertising and him. COURTESY memorabilia from fairs held MARLYN KAUFFMAN throughout the state during the past year — were located right inside the trade show floor en- trance in the 32,000 square foot, Great American Hall. The trade show floor was brisk with- ac tivity. Many vendors surveyed were happy with attendance and participation. The big news on the trade show floor was the purchase of Bill Swank’s Steel City Shows (rides and routes) to upstart, Powers & Thomas Midway En- tertainment. Ed Powers, son of Corky (Powers Great American Midway), decided to go on his The 2015 leadership of the Pennsylvania State Association own with partner Ron Thomas. of County Fairs are, l to r: Harry Ruffner, secretary/treasurer The deal was finalized in mid- with Bedford County Fair; John Blaney, president, with Fay- December. “I’m excited and ette County Fair and Dr. David Reese, Tioga County Fair. ready. It’s great meeting all AT/B. DEREK SHAW these fairs,” said Powers. In addition, educational Wednesday evening was his life changed in an instant seminars, daily workshops, the night to showcase entertain- when a 2,000-pound bale of breakfast tabletop topics and ment of all types and variety, hay shattered his neck leaving banquets each evening com- from musical acts, imperson- him a quadriplegic. However pleted the schedule of events. ators, magicians, comedians Chad’s dreams were not para- Some of the table topics in- and clowns, western shows lyzed that day — he became cluded: Introduction to Social and more. Many of these acts an example of what is possible. Media; Animal Health; Bring were also on the trade show Hymas spoke about attitude, on the Press; Midway Promo- floor each day. change, success and vision. “He Keep our carnival and fair industry strong! tions that Work; Screening Un- The Opening Celebration was extremely motivational,” Buy products and services from these suppliers. wanted Vendors and Museums keynote speaker was Chad Hy- said Harry Ruffner, secretary/ on your Fairgrounds. mas. In 2001, at the age of 27, 4See PSSA, page 29 March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 29 PSSA the carousel was donated by owner of Bartlebaugh Amuse- An integral part of the was selected and crowned. S&S Amusements, Inc, Scott ments, State College, Pa. When PSACF portion of the conven- Alana Eisenhouer, Miss York Continued from page 28 Township, Pa. The PSSA pre- asked about her priorities this tion is the crowning of the Fair, took the honors. This is treasurer of the PSCAF. The sented eight scholarships, to- year as the incoming president, Pennsylvania State Fair Queen. only the second time in recent Wall Street Journal calls Hymas, taling $15,700 to students from Bartlebaugh said, “We have a Since there is no “official” state years the York Fair had queen “One Of The 10 Most Inspira- their half of the Farm Show few things going on, including fair, the Saturday evening ban- contestants. tional People In The World!” ride proceeds during the ban- food safety and regulations. quet serves as the opportunity In closing, Ruffner felt very Each evening, hospital- quet. PSSA has raised and do- Ride safety is always first. We to announce the 2015 Queen good about the 2015 edition of ity rooms were the gathering nated over $160,000 in scholar- will tackle any problems and who visits any of the 109 fairs the PA Fair/Showmen conven- places after the business of the ships since inception. The total go from there.” in Pennsylvania upon request tion. “Three members of the day was over. The Showmen’s amount of scholarships, includ- In talking with the county during the upcoming season. I.A.F.E. were in attendance. Ev- Association, who has been in ing the Farm Show Foundation fair representatives, their big This year 59 contestants repre- eryone was pleased with the ta- existence in Pennsylvania the portion is over $300,000. concern is the uncertainty of senting their local/regional fair ble topics and seminars. Over- past 47 years, had an active The banquet also featured how a new governor in office participated in three days of all, we received very favorable room. Others were hosted by the installation of the 2015 PSSA will affect statewide support of judging activities before a win- comments.” the President of the Pennsylva- President Lisa Bartlebaugh, co- the industry. ner to this 29th annual event nia State Association of County Fairs, Variety Attractions Inc, Reithoffer Shows, Inc., J&J Amusements, Tropical Amuse- ments and the Bloomsburg Fair. Thursday evening’s ban- quet, held by the PSACF, start- ed off with all 59 County Fair queens that were vying for the State Fair Queen title, to intro- duce themselves, many with clever approaches including poems and pieces of trivia from the area they represent. Intro- duction of PSACF directors and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture representatives, were done. “Boots” Hether- ington, Fair Fund Office, PA Department of Agriculture, re- ceived the largest round of ap- plause. George Gregg, retiring Secretary of Agriculture, spoke to the crowd, receiving a stand- ing ovation upon conclusion. In part, Gregg said, “Fairs are alive and well in Pennsylvania. All of you are advocates for ag- riculture across the state.” The evening continued with a 45 minute music show- case from Chubby Checker, provided by Variety Attrac- tions. The man who changed how we dance, with “The Twist,” “Pony Time,” “The Limbo Rock” and more had the crowd twisting with him as he worked the ballroom floor. Lat- er in his fast-paced show, the 59 State Fair Queens all joined Checker on stage for an oppor- tunity to twist with him as well. The PA Showman Associa- tion held their banquet Friday evening. Various awards were presented to a variety of show- men for annual and lifetime contributions. Bill Swank, retir- ing from Steel City Shows (now owned by Powers & Thomas Midway Entertainment), was Showman of the Year. A check was presented to the Pennsyl- vania Farm Show Foundation for $19,000 — half the proceeds from the Showman’s Carousel and mini tractor ride that oper- ated during a 10 day farm show run in early January. The use of 30 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015

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North Carolina lawmakers recently filed a bill to 2010, only Murphy Bros., which teamed up with Reed the Edmonton Fair, as well as concerts and sporting increase fines and penalties on amusement ride opera- Exposition Midways of Texas, submitted a timely bid. events. tors who don’t follow state safety standards. A local news agency quoted Expo spokeswoman The annual OC Fair attracted 1,337,167 visitors N.C. State Representative Ted Davis, the primary Erin Thompson as saying there are several elements last year and the OC Fair & Event Center offers a vari- sponsor for the bill, told local news agencies in Ra- involved in how the state fair receives revenue from the ety of events and programs throughout the year. leigh, N.C., the state’s capital, that the bill came as a carnival vendor, such as sharing processing fees from • response to a 2013 amusement ride accident that oc- ATM machines, RV space rental, reimbursement for the The Tulsa (Okla.) State Fair has now made money curred during the North Carolina State Fair, Raleigh. cost of ride tickets, security, utilities, etc. seven straight years, and 2014 was the best year ever. That accident sent five people to the hospital. In- But, she said, the lion’s share of carnival revenues County officials last month announced the 2014’s fair vestigators later determined that safety devices on the comes from ride ticket sales. Murphy Bros., for exam- made more than $2.1 million, up from $1.8 million in ride had been tampered. It occurred on the Vortex, ple, pays Expo 33 percent of ride ticket sales, and a 2013. manufactured by Technical Park. The ride was owned minimum of $190,000 for concessions rental space. The estimated attendance was 1.1 million, putting by Family Attractions Amusement Company. The deadline for RFP submissions is March 3. the Tulsa State Fair among the 15 largest in the coun- The operators of the ride face fines and criminal • try, according to fairgrounds officials. charges. Kathy Kramer assumed her new role as CEO of Parking, concessions and booth rental sales all The bill raises penalties on several infractions relat- the Orange County Fair & Event Center in Costa increased in 2014 while overhead and labor costs de- ed to operating amusement rides. The bill also creates Mesa, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015, ending years of controversy creased by $60,000. a new felony for harming someone with a ride that has and suspicion that dogged a proposed sale of the Cos- The Tulsa State Fair had its worst year in 2007, been illegally operated. ta Mesa Fairgrounds. when it lost $760,318. Since 2008, it has made money • Despite the turbulence that preceded her arrival, every year. Beginning in 2010, it has made at least $1 The State Fair’s midway carnival Kramer has said she came in prepared to celebrate in million a year. could look a bit different this year because of increased style this year’s 125th anniversary of the Orange Coun- • vendor competition. ty Fair, which is set for July 17-Aug. 16. In hopes of boosting concert ticket sales, the Kan- Expo New Mexico, Albuquerque, the venue for And she has ambitious plans to expand the reach sas State Fair, Hutchinson, Sept. 11-20, 2015, has al- the fair, issued a request for proposals the first of Janu- and appeal of the Fair & Event Center within the com- ready announced the first acts in its grandstand lineup, ary, seeking bids from vendors who might be interest- munity and the county’s tourism industry. with tickets going on sale Feb. 6. ed in taking over the midway during this year’s Sept. Kramer’s resume includes stints in business opera- Fair Manager Denny Stoecklein said the fair has 10-20 fair. Notice of the RFP was sent to approximately tions, sales, and marketing for non-profit, government booked up-and-coming country artists Sam Hunt and 65 carnival operators. and business organizations. She found the listing for Old Dominion. That concert has been set for Sept. 13. Tulsa, Okla.-based Spectacular Attractions, do- her new job online from thousands of miles away. Traditionally, the fair’s ticket office starts selling ing business as Murphy Bros. Expositions, has had At the time, she was working in Edmonton, Can- concert seats in May. Now, said Stoecklein, with feed- the state fair’s carnival contract for 27 of the past 30 ada at Northlands, a not-for-profit organization that back from fairgoers, the idea is to spread the on-sale years. When Expo last put out an RFP for the carnival in hosts the Canadian Derby, Farmfair International and dates out, making it more budget-friendly. March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 31 32 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 BUSINESS & CLASSIFIEDS Obituaries — Page 33 / People — Page 34 / MarketWatch — Page 35 / CLASSIFIED — Page 39 RWS and Associates Entertainment inks long term N.Y. office lease STORY: Scott Rutherford [email protected] NEW YORK — RWS and Associates Entertainment, a production company that tours the world with a host of cruise ships, resorts and theme park clients includ- ing Six Flags and Cedar Fair Entertainment, has signed a long term lease in Long Is- land City (the westernmost residential and commercial neighborhood in Queens). The four-story building at RWS and Associates 34-01 38th Avenue offers Entertainment has 218,000 square feet of space. signed a long term lease “The deal, in aggregate, in Long Island City for a is more than $10 million for new location that offers 12 years,” said Jeffrey Rosen- 218,000 square feet of blatt who brokered the deal office space. The four- on behalf of NGFK for the story building will be tenant. The asking price was used for show rehears- between $20 and $30 per als, costume fittings, square foot. musician and vocal re- Rosenblatt, currently ex- hearsals. In addition, the ecutive managing director new larger space will at Coldwell Banker Com- allow RWS to develop mercial Alliance, added that state-of-the-art video the Long Island City loca- concepts and meet with tion was appealing because clients all in one central of its proximity to Midtown location. Manhattan and relatively COURTESY RWS affordable rent. The size of the space — the production RWS is expected to move RWS’ new office and stu- als, develop state-of-the-art RWS Associates will be company will have a per- into its new home and put dio complex opens on the video concepts, and meet a supporting partner of the manent studio and rehearsal signage of its name on the cusp of the company’s 12th with our clients in a beauti- 2015 Golden Ticket Awards, space on the ground floor façade of the building at the anniversary. This expan- ful, relaxed conference room presented by Amusement To- and offices on the third floor end of the year. sion is a direct reflection of with Manhattan views,” said day, by providing musical of the building — was also AT spoke with Ryan our team’s hard work and Stana. ”Our goal is also to entertainment during the part of the decision to re- Stana, CEO RWS and Asso- success the company has be able to offer our studios awards ceremony. The 2015 locate to Queens. The area, ciates, about the company’s experienced. It has been a as an additional resource for GTA event is scheduled for where Kaufman Studios are decision to relocate: “RWS’ longtime goal to provide a producers who may be look- , Sept. 11 & also located, is gaining in expansion to our complex campus like environment ing for cost-effective rehears- 12 and will feature tours of popularity. in Long Island City, a short for our clients, performers al studios in New York. We Victorian Gardens at Central RWS is moving its of- subway ride from Times and staff to use as a one-stop are thrilled to be one of the Park and Luna Park at Co- fices from 1560 Broadway Square, goes beyond the shop. Within a few steps we many companies helping to ney Island. and had been leasing studio added square footage. Shar- can watch a rehearsal for revitalize Long Island City Complete 2015 GTA space across the city. Reno- ing the neighborhood with one of our new shows, hold and look forward to being an event details will be posted vations are currently under- some highly acclaimed film costume fittings, orchestrate integral member of the com- later this spring at Golden- way on the building’s lobby. and TV production studios, musician and vocal rehears- munity.” TicketAwards.com.

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PHONE: (716) 839-4791 FAX: (716) 839-4506 AMERICAN INC. EMAIL: [email protected] www.nap-inc.com SERVING THE AMUSEMENT INDUSTRY WE’VE KEPT YOUR RIDES IN MOTION SINCE 1982 March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 33 In memory of Tat Won Hershey Ent. remembers Kent Bachmann BUSINESS & CLASSIFIEDS Editor’s note: Dur- Tat was a dedicated father to his HERSHEY, Pa. — nor Edward Rendell. Baughman was also ing last November’s two children and a loving and doting Kent Bachmann, Her- a member of the National Association of IAAPA Attractions Expo, partner to Karen. shey Entertainment’s Amusement Ride Officials. WhiteWater West lost one Tat was a master of his art, the best Director, Design and During his 15 years at , of their own. The follow- water park designer in the industry, all Engineering with the Bachmann oversaw the engineering as- ing is a statement just re- the while maintaining a truly unassum- Construction Services pects of all the major attractions, includ- leased on the unexpected ing nature. Disney, the most successful Group, passed away on ing: Storm Runner (2004), Fahrenheit passing of Tat Won, age Won brand in the world, requested Tat by October 20, 2014. This Bachmann (2008) and Sky Rush (2012) — all Intamin 58 (1956-2014). name to work on their projects due to his was after after a coura- products, Set Point’s Roller Soaker (2002) amazing creativity, superb eye for detail geous battle with Myelodysplastic syn- and the new-for-2015, Maurer AG, Laff RICHMOND, B.C., Canada — and for the efficiency of which he could drome (MDS), a condition that affects the Trakk among other attractions. Words seem inadequate to express the accomplish his one-of-a-kind designs. bone marrow and the blood cells it pro- Bachmann, who lived in Elizabeth- sorrow felt by the loss of our colleague He worked on world-renowned projects duces. (This is what ABC’s Good Morning town, Pa. is survived by his wife and son, America host, Robin Roberts has endured). as well as his faithful companion Gus. and friend. such as Caribbean Bay in Korea and Yas Bachmann was 58. “Uncle Kent” is greatly missed by his Tat Won was one of the most re- Waterworld in Abu Dhabi. Even after Prior to position with Hersheypark, eight nieces and nephews and remem- markable men ever to walk this earth. 20 years, the people he worked with at which began in 1999, Bachmann was vice bered for his passion, quick wit and the His kindness, humility and talent were Forrec still reference his style when they president of Engineering for a Harrisburg, pyrotechnics he brought to family re- truly unparalleled. refer to a distinguished “Tat design.” Pa. consulting engineering firm. He pre- unions. Tat Won was always a friend and In honor of Tat Won, WhiteWater sented seminars on various topics for the Amusement Today talked with those role model, never missing a chance has established the Tat Won Vertical Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture who worked with Kent at Hersheypark. to flash his signature smile at - every Leadership Award. The award will rec- Bureau of Ride and Measurement Stan- “He was one-of-a-kind. I think if one that crossed his path. He was fair- ognize the ongoing efforts and commit- dards. Subjects included: “Amusement he had been my Physics teacher in high minded and humble, never criticizing ment of our employees in supporting Ride Standards and Code Applications” school, I would have majored in Physics or judging another. The way that Tat WhiteWater’s journey to become a truly and “Metal Fatigue.” He also shared ride in college. He was such a wonderful hu- chose to live his life should inspire us vertical organization, built on customer physics with students during Hersheyp- man being and quite active in his church,” all to live our best lives and to never let service excellence. ark Science Days, along with visits to said Kathy Burrows, manager, Public Re- a day go by without acknowledging our Many of us at WhiteWater had the schools. He also lectured to the Pennsyl- lations, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts blessings. pleasure and the honor of working with vania Rural Water Association operators Company. Tat was an athlete and enjoyed clas- Tat for 20 years. Tat was WhiteWater’s on, “Water Chemistry Mathematics.” Laura Woodburn, director of Ride sic Canadian winter sports like skiing Senior Landscape Architect. He was served with the Department Operations said, “We were so saddened on the local mountains and playing our You will be missed, our hearts are of Agriculture – Amusement Ride Divi- by the passing of Kent. It is never easy country’s beloved sport, hockey. Some with you. sion (Inspector Class II) and was appoint- to lose a friend, and especially Kent. His would say his tennis skills were that ed to the Amusement Ride Safety Board passion and enthusiasm for the industry of a professional (although he’d never The worldwide staff at of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was a force to be reckoned. We miss him admit it). WhiteWater West Industries Ltd. as the board’s engineer by former Gover- dearly.”

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maclan.com • 800.788.3951 • [email protected] • Lakeland, FL 34 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 Mike Apple retires from Six Flags Over Texas PEOPLE WATCH ARLINGTON, Texas — Many have had the pleasure of hearing him Gateway Ticketing announces staff changes This season will mark a bitter tell great stories about the years when Angus G. GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Sys- sweet end of an era at Six Flags Wynne, Jr. — the founder of Six Flags Over Tex- tems recently announced that it has named a new Over Texas. For 47 seasons, the as — would roam the midway. As a member of Chief Financial Offer and promoted a staff member. Kevin Howard has been named as the com- park’s Director of Operations management, Mike would often be found at the pany’s new CFO. Howard comes to Gateway with has been employed at the park front of the park during the hot summer months decades of industry experience and has been in the and now he’s retiring. wearing a short sleeved button downed shirt, role of Interim CFO since November 2014. He looks Mike Apple began his ca- Apple slacks, cowboy boots, name badge and carrying forward to bringing his expertise in accounting say- reer in 1967 as a ride operator a trash picker. Howard ing, “I am thrilled to be a part of a growing and re- for the Von Roll-built Astrolift. Throughout the On Feb. 6, 2015 Mike was honored by cur- spected company like Gateway Ticketing Systems. years he’s always taken great pride in his work rent and former Six Flags employees, inside With over 30 years in public accounting, I have worked with numerous for the park. During his tenure, he has seen or his favorite entertainment venue — The Crazy closely-held businesses and hope to use that experience to contribute been a part of nearly every innovative moment Horse Saloon. to Gateway’s ambitious plans and future. I look forward to the journey and working with the Gateway team.” at the park. In addition to working as a ride op- Apple, as he’s affectionately called by co- Marcus Lopez has been promoted to the newly erator, he worked in Human Resources, Park workers, has told colleagues that as a retiree he created position of director of Customer Experience. Services, Games and eventually made his way plans to travel, work in his yard, and for the first Lopez moves into this critical new role to provide back to Operations where he served as the Oper- time in several years be home to celebrate his continued excellence in customer service and an en- ations Manager for more than 25 years before he wedding anniversary with his wife instead of hanced level of engagement with Gateway custom- was promoted to Director of Operations in 2007. being at the park. ers around the world. With Gateway since 2011, Lopez joined the com- pany from Universal Orlando where he worked in In- Lopez formation Technology.

Holiday World celebrates service years SANTA CLAUS, Ind. — Four employees at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari were recently honored for their many years of service with the world’s first theme park. This year’s honorees represent 70 years of service. The Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari Service Award recipients are: •Bob Burrows, maintenance manager, 25 years •Elmer Rains, maintenance technician, 20 years •Vanessa Kellems, director of Retail & Games, 15 years •Jodie Zorn, purchasing coordinator, 10 years

Thinkwell Group adds Francois Girard BURBANK, Calif. — Thinkwell Group recently announced the appointment of François Girard to senior vice president of global business development. Girard joins Thinkwell after serving as senior vice presi- dent of development and strategy for Belgium-based Dragone funded by renowned theatre creator/director Franco Dragone. Prior to Dragone, Girard worked as a professional consultant to Fortune 500 companies in Girard the corporate strategy practice of Deloitte Consulting in Canada.

SeaWorld announces management changes ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. announced on Feb. 6, 2015 changes in its operations management. Daniel B. Brown becomes the company’s chief parks Operations officer, having opera- tional oversight over all of the company’s theme parks. Donald W. Mills becomes Orlando park president responsible for leading the company’s Orlando parks: SeaWorld, Discovery Cove and Aquatica. Current Orlando park president Terry Prather moves to the compa- ny’s corporate team to become senior vice president of Operations with oversight of the safety, environmental, ride operations and stan- dardization functions across the company’s parks. He will also work closely with the company’s industry-leading zoological operations. No fishing tale here... Dick Knoebel, Knoebel’s Amusement Resort, is known for his love of sea and fish- ing. Thus it should come as no surprise that he and three companions reeled in a re- cord 92 Mahi Mahi fish dur- ing a trip on Jan. 21, in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Shown here, left to right are: Rob Bunton, Dick Knoebel, Veronica Durling and Mark Freiji. When asked by AT why the group didn’t catch 100 fish, Knoebel replied, “We ran out of bait!” COURTESY VERONICA DURLING March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 35 BUSINESS WATCH MARKETWATCH H.J. Heinz, Cedar Fair strike deal SANDUSKY, Ohio — H.J. Heinz Company, based in , COMPANY SYMBOL MARKET PRICE HIGH LOW Pa., and Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, announced a five-year 02/12/15 52-Week 52-Week exclusive marketing and supplier partnership for ketchup, mustard, rel- Apollo Global Management ish and mayonnaise condiments. APO NYSE 23.34 33.68 20.02 (Great Wolf Resorts) Heinz will be the only ketchup, mustard, relish and mayonnaise manufacturer to have marketing and supplier rights at the parks, and The Blackstone Group BX NYSE 36.91 37.95 26.56 will be positioned as Cedar Fair’s “Official Partner and Supplier” for each of its parks as related to condiments. This partnership will span all Merlin Entertainments Group/ MERL LSE 403.50 406.70 3.277 11 of Cedar Fair’s parks across the United States and Canada. Legoland As part of the agreement, Heinz will receive product sampling rights, advertising on Cedar Fair’s FunTV Media Network, and exposure Cedar Fair, L.P. FUN NYSE 54.35 55.76 42.75 on digital menu boards throughout the park. Heinz ketchup, mustard, relish and mayonnaise will be made available to park guests throughout CMCSA NASDAQ 58.38 59.30 47.74 Comcast Corp./ Cedar Fair’s regionally dispersed network. NBCUniversal Media CMCSK NASDAQ 57.87 58.94 47.21 Live Oak Bank announces BPAA sponsorship WILMINGON, N.C. — Live Oak Bank announced its partnership with the The Walt Disney Company DIS NYSE 103.58 103.85 76.31 Bowling Proprietors’ Association of America (BPAA). As part of the BPAA’s Smart Buy program, member centers have access to financing options specifi- Fuji Kyoko Co., Ltd. 9010 TYO 1221.00 1298.00 864.00 cally addressing the needs of the Bowling and Entertainment industry. “Live Oak Bank is thrilled to be selected by the BPAA as a trusted part- Haicahang Holdings Ltd. 2255HK SEHK 1.17 2.27 1.02 ner,” said Ben Jones, Domain Specialist for the Bank’s Entertainment Center division. Leofoo Development Co. TW:2705 TSEC 11.75 13.70 10.30 “We are excited that Live Oak Bank has joined our exclusive Smart Buy program,” Tom Martino, BPAA President stated. “Our program is very selec- MGM Resorts International MGM NYSE 21.24 28.75 17.25 tive, and adding a partner like Live Oak who is equally invested in the better- ment of BPAA members is a great step towards growing this industry.” SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. SEAS NYSE 18.80 35.30 15.11 Six Flags announces quarterly dividend Shenzhen Overseas Chinese Town 000069 SZSE 7.88 8.97 4.30 GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — Six Flags Entertainment Corpora- Co., Ltd. (OCT) tion announced on Feb. 5, 2015 that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share of common stock payable Six Flags Entertainment Co. SIX NYSE 45.16 45.57 31.77 to shareholders of record as of February 17, 2015. The dividend will be payable March 9, 2015. In other Six Flags news, James Reid-An- Tivoli A/S DK:TIV CSE 3200.00 3245.00 2941.00 derson, Six Flags Entertainment Corp. president & CEO, unloaded 150,700 shares at an average price of $43.12 on January 5, 2015. The Village Roadshow VRL ASX 6.20 8.44 5.38 total amount of the transaction was worth $6,498,184, according to the disclosed information with the Securities and Exchange Commission in STOCK PRICES ABOVE ARE GENERALLY QUOTED IN THE FOREIGN a Form 4 filing. CURRENCY IN WHICH THE COMPANY IS LOCATED At a Glance... Worldwide Markets: ASX, Australian Securities Exchange; CSE, Copenhagen Stock Exchange; LSE, London Stock Exchange; NYSE, •PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The New England Association of Amuse- New York Stock Exchange; NASDAQ, National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations; SEHK, Hong Kong Stock Exchange; SZSE, Shenzhen Stock Exchange; TSEC, Taiwan Stock Excange, Corp.; TYO/TSE, Tokyo Stock Exchange ment Parks & Attractions (NEAAPA) will hold their 102nd annual meet- —SOURCES: Bloomberg.com; Wall Street Journal ing at the Providence Biltmore Hotel, March 23-25, 2015. For more in- formation call (877) 999-8740. •LAS VEGAS, Nev. — The International Pizza Expo will be held DIESEL PRICES March 23-26, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nev. at the Las Vegas Convention Cen- Region As of Change from ter. For more information visit: www.PizzaExpo.com. (U.S.) 02/09/15 1 year ago •LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Amusement Expo 2015, sponsored by East Coast $2.930 - $1.186 AAMA and AMOA and organized by WT Glasgow, Inc., will be held March 24-26 in Las Vegas, Nev. at the Las Vegas Convention Center. For Midwest $2.769 - $1.200 more information visit: www.amusementexpo.org. Gulf Coast $2.761 - $1.027 •LAS VEGAS, Nev. — The Roller Skating Association’s 78th An- Mountain $2.776 - $1.092 nual International Convention and Trade Show will be held May 10-13, West Coast $2.756 - $1.145 2015 in Las Vegas, Nev. at the South Point Hotel & Casino. For more information visit: www.rollerskating.org. California $3.061 - $1.019 •LAS VEGAS, Nev. — The 2015 Bowl Expo will be held June 22-26, CURRENCY 2015 at the Paris Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. Former NBA player Magic Johnson will deliver the Keynote Address. The Bowl Expo is pro- On 02/12/15 $1 USD = duced by Arlington, Texas-based Bowling Proprietors’ Association of 0.8839 EURO America (BPAA). For more information visit www.bpaa.com or call (800) 0.6553 GBP (British Pound) 343-1329. Speaking of bowling, in 1975, Paramount Pictures Corp., in 119.78 JPY (Japanese Yen) conjunction with Ballantine Books, published Star Trek Blueprints, drawn 0.9267 CHF (Swiss Franc) by Franz Joseph Designs. The drawings show every detail of the USS En- terprise, of the 1960s Star Trek TV show. Of special interest is Deck 21, 1.2902 AUD (Australian Dollar) home to six regulation bowling lanes, complete with a 83-seat spectator 1.2607 CAD (Canadian Dollar) seating area. No word on if any crew member ever bowled a perfect game. 36 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 Safety seminars a big hit to begin 2015 season

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Safety seminars targeting those within the amusement industry opened the 2015 year to much success. The following are recaps to three recently-held safety educational events.

AIMS International Safety Seminar Over 300 people attended this year’s AIMS Internation- al Safety Seminar, held Jan. 11-16, at the Double Tree by AIMS held its 2015 International Safety Seminar Jan. 11-16 NAARSO held its Annual Safety Forum at Jan. 25-30 in Myr- Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, at the Double Tree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, Orlando, tle Beach, S.C. Here, a portion of the attendees are partici- Orlando, Fla. Fla. Officials were very pleased with attendance and every- pating in the hands-on portion featuring this ride, a That attendance repre- one was pleased with the weather. This scene is from the last Wave Swinger. The meetings were held at the Ocean Dunes/ sented an increase of 10 per- day of the seminar. The weather was so nice that the Opera- Sand Dunes Resort and the hands-on portion of the seminar cent, said AIMS Executive tions, Inspections and Audits class was held outdoors. was held at Boardwalk at the Beach. COURTESY KAREN OERTLEY/AIMS COURTESY JOSEPH J. PANDOLFO Director Karen Oertley. “We offered over 400 NAARSO SAFETY ing LLC (IRT) hosted the an- ing in our school learned the classes this year, Monday Annual Safety Forum nual International Ride Op- designated 10 critical com- through Friday, and had NAARSO held its 28th erator Course (iROC) school ponents for ride operators/ more than 100 volunteer in- Annual Safety Forum Jan. 25- “This has been an ex- Feb. 4-6, Las Vegas, Nev., at attendants and completed an structors to teach them,” 30, in Myrtle Beach, S.C., at tremely popular session,” the Circus Circus Adventure- ‘amazing race’ down Las Ve- Oertley said. “We were up 30 both the Ocean Dunes/Sand NAARSO Executive Director dome, Hotel and Casino. gas Blvd.” percent in our sponsorships Dunes Resort and Broadway Leonard Cavalier said last A fairly new school, And, attendees also en- over 2014.” at the Beach. November. “We felt it was iROC is designed as an op- joyed guest speakers, which AIMS International was Laura Woodburn, time to add Level II.” erational the trainer included Johnnie Williams, formed to promote continu- NAARSO public relations Woodburn said they curriculum that includes the Johnnie Williams Founda- ing safety in the amusement chair, said there were 300 at- had 60 people participate in standards of performance for tion, who gave the opening industry. The annual AIMS tendees at this year’s safety the Level II ride operations specific operator skills with and closing remarks. International Safety Seminar forum and NAARSO officials course. significant focus on prepa- Dino Fazio, director of is a comprehensive safety- were pleased with the results. The hands-on portion of ration of teaching the stan- operations, Morey’s Pier, training experience for indi- There were 35 instruc- the forum was held at Broad- dards. Wildwood, N.J., has been the viduals responsible for the tors and an array of courses way at the Beach. There were 84 registered school director for the past care and safety of the amuse- throughout the forum. “We are expecting an attendees this year, with Ce- five years. ment industry’s guests. It in- NAARSO is a non-profit even greater overall atten- dar Fair Entertainment Co., “I think it went really volves classroom instruction organization that provides dance next year,” Woodburn Sandusky, Ohio, sending 30 well,” Fazio said. “Each year and hands-on experience. resources, education, and said. “We will be at Hershey, managers. Patty Beazley, a we spend significant time Attendees build tailored certification programs for Pa. in 2016, with our host managing member, said sev- tweaking the school from course curricula that best suit amusement device inspec- park being Hersheypark.” en new parks sent represen- the year before. I think this their needs and the needs of tors. Current NAARSO mem- tatives as well. was our best year yet. We their employers. New to the 2015 schedule bership is 1,258. Cindee Huddy is also a had an increase in the num- Even though there is ba- was the Level II track of the company managing member. ber of parks represented and sic core curriculum offered, Operations classes. The Lev- International Ride Training, “The overall school was an increase in the variety of new courses are added every el II comes two years after the LLC (IRT)/iROC a tremendous success,” Beaz- parks.” year. first Level I Operations track. International Ride Train- ley said. “Students participat- Nearly 200 people tested for certification this year. Cer- tification may be obtained in the areas of maintenance, op- erations, aquatic ride inspec- tions and general ride inspec- tion. International presence involved nine countries out side of the U.S. attending. They were: Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Indonesia, India, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Although not finalized, AIMS is looking at 2016 dates IRT/iROC enjoyed a successful 2015 ride operator school with 84 registered students attending the hands-on event at the of Jan. 10-15, in Orlando. Circus Circus Adventuredome in Las Vegas, Nev. Above right, an instructor goes over safety points of the S&S Frog Hopper. AT/GARY SLADE March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 37

Amusement Industry Manufacturers and Suppliers International, Ltd. P.O. Box 92366 • Nashville, Tenn. 37209 Phone: (714) 425-5747 • Fax: (714) 276-9666 Karen Oertley • [email protected] www.aimsintl.org Holly Coston, (714) 697-6654, [email protected] 2015 AIMS Safety Seminar a success, 300-plus students attend Karen Oertley WhiteWater West; Brian King, Recre- AIMS Executive ation Engineering Inc.; Mark Moore, Director Uremet Corporation; Jim Seay, Pre- (714) 425-5747 mier Rides; Tom Sheehan, The Shee- [email protected] han Law Firm; George Tso, Ocean Park Corporation; and Mike Withers, Walt ORLANDO, Fla. Disney Imagineering. — The 2015 AIMS Oertley Safety is of utmost concern to ev- Safety Seminar was eryone in the amusement industry and a tremendous success drawing more AIMS International strives to educate than 300 students from across the U.S., and inform our members and students Canada and Mexico as well as regis- Premier Rides (above left) displayed during the vendor portion of the on all topics related to safety both old trants from places around the world AIMS Safety Seminar. Above right, more than 300 students, 100 instruc- and new. The 2016 Safety Seminar will including Colombia, Hong Kong, the tors made the 2015 seminar a huge success. AIMS PHOTOS again be held in Orlando, January 10- Philippines, Indonesia, Dubai, India 15 and planning is already underway. and Qatar. More than 100 volunteer from Skyride Enterprises, Inc.; Ride In- end of this month, it’s also an appropri- We invite and welcome your sugges- instructors were on hand to share their spector, Al Scanlan; and Coulter and ate time to thank and acknowledge the tions for new classes and topics as well expertise at over 400 individual classes Associates’ Rick Achard and Barry AIMS International board of directors as proposals to teach. Please send your dedicated to all aspects of safety edu- Schaible. Thanks also to our 2015 Am- who so generously give of their time ideas to [email protected] by March cation. bassadors, Manny Esteves, PA State and service to support our mission of 20, 2016 for consideration. The Seminar would not be pos- University, Erin McCoullough, and safety education: Board President, AIMS International is a non-profit sible without the dedication and hard Matthew Poulsin, both from Six Flags Roger Berry, R.S. Alberts Company; association dedicated to improve in- work of our volunteers and staff who Great Escape. First Vice President, Timo Klaus, Kum- dustry safety through leadership in roll up their sleeves and help with the Many thanks to AIMS Certification baK — The Amusement Engineers; Sec- education. Industry support of this im- myriad tasks and logistics an event Director, Jan King, for her hard work ond Vice president, Tim Viox, Leisure portant annual Safety Seminar is vital this size requires. Special thanks to and organization in administering and Labs, LLC; Treasurer, Patty Sullivan, Eli to the health and prosperity of the en- the backbone of the Safety Seminar, ensuring AIMS certification credentials Bridge Company; Past President, Mike tire amusement industry. We are espe- Holly Coston, AIMS Seminar Opera- are up to date and properly filed at Gutknecht, Ride Entertainment Group cially grateful for those companies who tions Manager and her team of ace the seminar and throughout the entire of Companies; Tony Claassen, Silver support the work and mission of AIMS volunteers including Ed Zakar from Six year. Dollar City; Linda Freeman, Rockwell International as sponsors of the Safety Flags Great Adventure; C.W. Craven As we close our fiscal year at the Automation; Franceen Gonzales, Seminar, as seen on this page below.

Space for this AIMS page is provided courtesy of Amusement Today as a corporate partner of AIMS Intl. Content is provided by AT & AIMS. 38 AMUSEMENT TODAY March 2015 Judge Roy Scream celebrates a 35th birthday at Six Flags Over Texas STORY: Tim Baldwin temperatures. Despite the chill, [email protected] the Kilgore College Rangerettes were on hand, along with the ARLINGTON, Texas — In media, to send out the first trains, 1980 Six Flags Over Texas was opening the ride to the public. Its winding down its second de- original colors were green track cade of operation. The park had and yellow handrails with two become a phenomenal success PTC trains painted gray and yel- for the tourism of the Dallas/Ft. lenge of delivering a new wood- low. McKoy, by this time, had Worth area and was a catalyst en coaster with the remaining moved on to the next stage of for what would become one of budget of close to $2 million. his career at the corporate of- the largest theme park chains in Errol McKoy, the park’s general fices, and Judge Roy Scream was the world. When Six Flags Over manager at the time, had a fond- opened with Ray Williams at the Texas opened for the 1979 sea- ness for Lake Winnepesaukah’s helm as general manager. son, capital investment was light Cannonball. The size and scope As the years passed, the that year, following on the heels of the new ride would have simi- color scheme of the ride shifted of the hugely popular addition larities to Lake Winnie’s woodie. to red handrails and blue track, of Shock Wave (Schwarzkopf Having spent a short span of with the two trains mimick- double loop coaster) the year his time in New York, McKoy ing those colors. Chaser lights before. For its 20th season, Six liked the allure of Coney Island’s would trace the layout’s undu- Flags was primed for the next icons. His vision of eventually lating outline making for mag- big thing. developing the waterfront area nificent reflections on nights that As fate would have it, the of Six Flags into a boardwalk the lake’s waters were a calm, park would be thrown a curve section would take a first step. mirror-like surface. In 1995 those ball. The 1979 souvenir map not- The new wooden coaster would lights were removed in favor of ed something coming in 1980 in actually be built outside of the bright floodlights that brought the Mexico section. Six Flags had park’s boundaries along the the white structure to a vivid heavily invested a commitment edge of the lake. Future expan- glow making for even more into the R&D for Arrow to build sion — which never material- stunning reflections. the first-ever bobsled coaster ized — was to continue adding When AstroWorld opted since the construction of Fly- on to the lakeside ambience. As to change out its Texas Cyclone ing Turns coasters concluded in it was, an entrance to the coaster trains for new ones from Mor- 1941. Unfortunately, Arrow was was a newly-constructed tunnel gan, Six Flags received one of not able to deliver the product as underneath the park’s entrance those trains and created a third testing had not proven success- drive. Even today, driving right train, which would be painted Construction on Judge Roy Scream proceeded at a fast pace ful. Six Flags management was between two large attractions white, now giving the three col- with footings poured Dec. 1979 (above left) and support left standing without the goods upon entering the park is an in- ors of the Texas flag an oppor- structure following in Jan. 1980 (above). Above right, work- with a window of time for add- triguing thrill. tunity to ride the rails with one ers pour concrete for the ride entry tunnel located under ing something new and flashy The construction process train continuously in rehab. the park’s entrance road. Below, riders enjoy a spin on the vanishing quickly. With the re- took place right at the front en- With a first drop of 65 feet, Judge. CONSTRUCTION GARY SLADE/AT FILE tirement of the park’s trance ticket plaza. This covered the Judge would be in line with in the fall of area was boarded up and wood- family thrillers of its time. Ironi- 1979, a new high-profile attrac- en bents were assembled not far cally, a decade later, its sibling tion was vital. from the ride site. In the interest would set a world record for Enter William L. (Bill) of time, a vat pool of white paint wooden coasters when Texas Gi- Cobb, Dallas resident and re- was built in the parking lot and ant opened in 1990 and pushed nowned engineer and coaster the wooden structure pieces the boundaries of roller coaster designer. With the help of Don where physically dipped into statistics. Rosser and the team from Roller the white paint and then stacked In 1991, members of Ameri- Coaster Corporation of America to dry before moving to the ride can Coaster Enthusiasts dedicat- (RCCA), Cobb accepted the chal- site. ed a plaque in tribute to coaster With its emphasis on Tex- designer Bill Cobb. It can still be FAST FACTS as icons, Six Flags dubbed the seen by riders from the queue. new wooden coaster Judge Roy Cobb’s love of what he called Judge Roy Scream Scream. A head scratcher of a “hoop de doos” can be found in Six Flags Over Texas name to those unfamiliar to the the small speed bumps on the Arlington, Texas Lone Star legend Judge Roy return leg that give riders those • Bean, the woodie was named lovable head-ducking moments. 65 feet tall after the so-called “hanging In 1993, the park announced 50 degree first drop judge.” A man with a tumultu- a spring promotion of running system as it still utilizes skid some love. Director of Construc- 2,670 foot length ous past, Bean eventually took Judge Roy Scream with trains brakes to bring the ride to a stop. tion and Maintenance Mike Sos- 53 mph top speed up office in his saloon proclaim- facing backward. While the ini- Originally, the train was oper- samon reports that about one- 323,800 board feet ing “Law West of the Pecos.” tial intent was to continue such ated with three levers which sixth of the total track length has of lumber His court office, The Jersey Lilly, operation only through May, the controlled the zones from the been replaced from the ledgers 3,000 gallons of paint had already been replicated in popular draw was continued long brake shed up into the sta- up. “Due to the size and scope Three PTC trains Six Flags’ Texas section where throughout the entire season. tion. The operator was signaled of the project, we exceeded our • staged gunfights took place on a It would not be until 2014 that when one train was making the normal annual repair budget by William L. Cobb daily basis. Now, the unscrupu- such a marketing twist would be horseshoe turn in the out-and- approximately forty percent,” he & Associates, designer lous Texan would have a roller repeated at Six Flags Over Texas. back layout to dispatch the next says. The work started imme- Roller Coaster Corp. coaster named after him. The Last season, Batman The Ride trainload of riders. Original ca- diately after the holiday season of America, builder tagline for its debut was “Awe ran backward for the second half pacity for the ride was reported ended and continued through • West of the Pecos.” of the year. to be 1,200 riders per hour. mid-February. The off-season Opened March 1, 1980 On March 1, 1980, open- Today, Judge Roy Scream For its 35th birthday, the TLC is just the right gift for this ing day was met with very cold remains a rarity in the Six Flags park’s lone woodie is receiving family favorite. March 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 39 CLASSIFIEDS

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