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Vol. 14, Issue 10 JANUARY 2011 $5.00 Scheduled for Jan. 30 to Feb. 4 in Orlando, Fla. NAARSO expects good turnout for 24th annual safety seminar Mary Wade Burnside tagout” procedures as set forth by the U.S. Occupational SEE RELATED SAFETY STORIES: Safety and Health Adminis- In October, a 53-year-old tration (OSHA) in which a man was killed on the It’s a lock is placed on a ride’s start-  PAGE 25: AIMS SEMINAR A SUCCESS Small World attraction at Dis- ing mechanism and a note is neyland Paris when someone placed on it explaining not to  PAGE 25: ASTM HONORS GREG HALE started the ride while he was start up the ride. If there are working on it and he became five workers on a ride, there trapped under a boat. are five locks, Barber said. “It will be more of an ad- industry or have never been and incorporates those guide- That’s just the type of “The machine is not start- vanced situation,” Patton said. to NAARSO before and there lines into the classes, Patton accident that could — and ed until the last lock is re- “Last year we were in Fam- is a secondary set of classes said. should— have been prevent- moved,” Barber said. ily Kingdom Park at Myrtle for those who hold NAARSO “Some states require any- ed, said James Barber, chair of Lockout/tagout proce- Beach, and at that park they certification,” Patton said. body that’s doing inspections the communications commit- dures are just one of many top- divided our attendees into “They can pick classes that are on rides to be NAARSO-certi- tee of the National Association ics that will be covered from groups and each group went more challenging and more in- fied,” Barber said. “That was of Amusement Ride Safety Of- Jan. 30 to Feb. 4 during the to a ride and were asked, depth.” never our intention when we ficials (NAARSO) and a past 24th Annual NAARSO Safety ‘What do you think the inspec- NAARSO certification started this program, but we president and member of the Seminar that will be held at tion points on this ride are?’ lasts for two years and then take it to heart when we say certification board. the International Palms Resort They would say, ‘This and this the individual must get 32 our certification standards are “That’s where the industry in Orlando, Fla. and this,’ and we would say, hours of continuing educa- high enough to ensure that has to continue to emphasize About 60 to 70 classes will ‘This is what the manufacturer tion to renew the certification certificate holders have met the safety of those individuals be taught during the four days recommendation is and this is for another two years, Patton certain requirements.” and keep them safe,” Barber of instruction. Participants what you should be looking at said. That includes a written said. “There’s an old adage also will have the opportunity so they could see those points Those who are “new to the examination as well as docu- that many times, people are so to get hands-on training at on the ride.” industry” must have a high mented time in the industry, familiar with a ride and that’s Universal Studios on Feb. 2. Attendees will be divided school diploma or equivalen- Barber said. when they become careless. “We were excited that Uni- into two tracks: newcomers cy plus one year in the indus- Massachusetts is one state That’s not generally the case, versal asked us to come in,” who never have attended a try, or, without a high school that requires NAARSO certifi- but it happens. It happens at said Connie Patton, NAAR- NAARSO seminar before and diploma, three years in the in- cation for ride inspectors, Bar- home when you are stepping SO’s office manager. “It’s a those who have NAARSO cer- dustry, Patton said. ber added. on a chair instead of a steplad- great hands-on activity.” tification who need continuing As different states have Florida, for instance, Pat- der. We all do stupid things. Participants will not learn education to keep their certifi- different requirements for their ton said, requires inspectors We try to emphasize that you about the working amusement cation current. inspectors, NAARSO certifica- to have 40 hours of continu- have to stay safe yourself be- rides at the park but instead “With our program, on tion has different interpreta- ing education each year. In fore you can keep the public will attend workshops in the the Monday and Tuesday, we tion depending on the area the Missouri, if the inspector has safe.” back shops where they will be divide attendees into a prima- inspector will be practicing. a NAARSO certification, they Ride inspectors can do able to deal with electrical cars ry set of classes for those in- NAARSO keeps current with turn in an application and that by following “lockout/ and the welding shop. dividuals who are new to the ASTM International standards 4See NAARSO, page 4 INTERNATIONAL AMUSEMENTPARKS WATERPARKS BUSINESS MIDWAY/CLASSIFIEDS SEE PAGES 5-8 SEE PAGES 9-16 SEE PAGES 17-24 SEE PAGES 25-38 SEE PAGES 39-47

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Time for stability

The recently concluded WWA and IAAPA trade shows at the end of 2010, both finished with good, strong, positive shows. Attitudes were upbeat. New orders were being both planned and placed. In general the mood was good. And that is something this industry (in the U.S.) has not seen in a number of years. Despite the long list of bad things that have happened to this industry in recent years, many positives continue to out- weigh the negatives. The shortsighted closing of was offset by the long-range vision to bring back to its glorious heyday. Phase one of that plan came to life this year with the opening of Luna Park. The poor management decisions that led to the rise and very quick fall of Hard Rock Park will be offset by the new vision Merlin has to transform the historic Cypress Gardens into . And while the indoor waterpark growth may have slowed a bit, new wa- Tim Baldwin terparks continue to spring up, especially in the partnerships IAAPA Expo presented “What’s New” on many levels private operators are enjoying with municipalities, who are stuck with aging city pools. The IAAPA trade show this past fresh ideas at theming, original concepts But several park chains continue to tread on unstable November had such a good vibe going, it and more efficient ways of doing business ground and need to find stability in a hurry. was really rewarding to feel the renewed are all on display. While may have emerged from bankruptcy, it is energy permeating throughout the show. AT took note of some intriguing new With a recovering, but tentative, economy ideas presented on the floor. For an out- far from being healthy. The parks continue to show their age being brought back to the show, it is almost look on some of the engaging new exhibi- and are still in need of paint and infrastructure improvements. time to give the expo a fresh look. tors on the trade show floor this past While this had been an area of great improvement under Mark For vendors, the November show is Baldwin November, AT will begin a series of articles Shapiro’s guidance, only time will tell if the new leadership somewhat of a return to the old annual in February’s issue on what might be some will keep this on the proper tracks. grind. It’s necessary for business, but with the right fresh new ideas that happen to be a good fit for Another park chain, Cedar , continues to make news synergy with the customers, IAAPA can be hugely you. like a daytime television soap. The internet chatter is 24/7 on invigorating. It appeared that was being felt this High marks also have to be given to the IAAPA what will happen with its CEO/board seat dispute. Only time time around. Vendors and exhibitors were brightly organization for a solid selection of classes, work- will tell how this drama will play out. optimistic. shops and seminars for its membership. Classes For the customers and buyers, it is easy to ranging from crisis control to new social media And that leads us to the group of CNL-owned parks that fall into a trap of darting into the show, seeing networking, as well as presentations on the indus- were formally managed by Parc Management. Numerous sup- who you planned to see, and then getting out. It’s try’s past to training your staff for the future — it pliers remain unpaid for services or products provided, thus unfortunate when time constraints, or the sense was there. Attendees had to feel these offerings placing these parks on a pre-pay status. The CNL ownership that the show is the “same old thing,” take hold of were time well spent. It’s a great service IAAPA group, having just given Parc the boot, must now choose its our time dedicated to the show. As demonstrated offers its members. Be sure to utilize it to your best new management firm wisely, and one that has the best interest in the various pages of coverage in this issue of advantage in the shows to come. of its parks, and its paying customers in mind. If they don’t, the Amusement Today, there are new things to be found As we all head into a brand new year, make a road to recovery will need GPS assistance. at the show. Established manufacturers are rolling mental note to give the next trade show, whether This industry needs stability in both its management staff, out new products, new rides, and expanding their it be IAAPA next November, or something else catalogue of attractions. New vendors are adding in between, a hard look when attending. Make operations and in its ownership of parks. It’s time to put the to the resources available to our industry. If one but a commitment to give it a fresh set of eyes. You guests first again and that starts with STABILITY at ALL levels. takes the time to seriously give the vast network never know when amazing new answers are right —Gary Slade of vendors a strong look, new sources of revenue, in front of you.

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Favorite amusement ride My favorite place to hang out is … Revenge of the Mummy due to its prototypical nature, The small, Eastern Shore fishing village of Crisfield that technological innovation, and outstanding ride experi- is best reached by small plane. The locals live a simple ence. lifestyle that revolves around the size of the crab and the length of the Rockfish. Compiled by Janice Witherow Best thing about the industry Lifelong friendships I’ve made, and the pure joy one sees When it comes to wine, do you prefer red or white? Jim Seay in guests who ride our attractions. Red. It makes it harder for my doctor to argue against. If I wasn’t working in the amusement industry, I would … My biggest worry is … Jim Seay first explored the limits of Still be in the aerospace industry with Howard Hughes’ Not exceeding the expectations of my customers. flight technology while working in the company Hughes Aircraft. aerospace industry as a project engineer You live in Maryland. The one place everyone should for Hughes Aircraft in the 1980s. Today, The thing I like most about amusement/waterpark see who visits your state is … as president of Premier Rides, Jim’s season is … The Chesapeake Bay, especially on the Eastern Shore, passion for flight continues, and he has It’s much like the first day of the baseball or football which has spectacular wildlife. applied his “aero” expertise to design season; the eternal optimism for a great season. some of the most innovative amusement Seay For me, the ideal Sunday morning consists of … rides in the business, such as the LIM- Three things I always carry in my briefcase are … Brunch with my friends at my house prior to heading to powered and the Liquid The newest generation laptop, my iPad, and the current M&T Stadium for a Ravens football game. and Water coasters. He serves as chairman of the ASTM issue of Flying Magazine. F24 Committee, sits on the board of directors for AIMS My all-time favorite restaurant would have to be … and is very involved with several IAAPA committees. The funniest thing that has happened to me lately is … Asia De Cuba Restaurant at the Mondrian Hotel in West When you meet Jim, you know you’ve met a friend; plus While hiking on the shore in Connecticut on Thanksgiving Hollywood, . his zest for life, genuine interest in people and knowledge Day, I ran into a group of bird fanatics in full gear who were make him a true asset to the industry. tracking a rare tropical bird who was obviously migrating Facebook: a necessity or a nuisance? the wrong way. When asked if I was there for the bird, I Both. Title responded that I was there to eat the bird later at dinner; they President. were not amused. It’s January! What’s your New Year’s resolution? To continue to prove the economic doomsayers wrong Number of years with Premier Rides Pick one: Mediterranean cruise or skiing in Switzerland and exceed expectations. 15 years. Skiing in Switzerland, of course, since I was born in Geneva. Biggest challenge facing our industry The transition from the traditional family owner who It is 8 p.m. Where would we typically find you? lives and breathes the park business 24 hours a day to the On a commercial plane traveling to or from either a client To suggest a candidate for the Two-Minute Drill hedge fund owners who apply a different set of criteria or industry event. feature, contact columnist Janice Witherow at jwith- for evaluation success. [email protected] or (419) 357-3520.

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1428 Maple Ave. • Hamilton, OH 45011 • 513.737.9012 • www.TheBigIdeaPeople.com 4 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 NAARSO ing subjects as coaster chain Continued from page 1 maintenance to dealing with the media. A full brochure list- they can inspect amusement ing all the classes can be found rides in Missouri. at NAARSO’s website, www. “Each state is individually naarso.com. creating how they are using Barber noted that one teacher will be well-known As many as 70 classes on certification programs within the industry,” Patton said. industry insider and hydrau- amusement ride safety are lics expert David Collins, who scheduled during the 24th In addition to the lock- out/tagout procedures that has worked at in annual NAARSO safety Barber will go over with stu- California “and all over the seminar in Orlando, dents, they also will have the world.” Jan. 30 to Feb. 4. opportunity to learn about After a week of classes PHOTOS COURTESY such important topics at hy- and the hands-on day at Uni- NAARSO draulics and such wide rang- versal Studios, participants will have the opportunity for a four-hour intense study re- view, Patton said. “That’s basically a four- hour class in which the instruc- tor goes over a large range of subjects that are applicable to the amusement industry and recap things that are electrical in nature and hydraulic in na- ture and what the individual might find on the certification exam,” she said. Then the students can take either the Level I or Level II exams Friday afternoon. Tuition with NAARSO membership is $425 and with- out is $475. Patton does not know how many participants to expect for the seminar. Last year, 185 attended, which organizers thought was good considering the economy and more than anticipated. “Last year, we thought if we can get 150, we’d be doing good because a large number of states have had to cut back on people who could travel. When we got 185, we were de- lighted. “In light of the economy and that we still have states that are having budget crunch- es, we are going in with the same attitude. If we can get 150, we’ll be happy with the numbers. But we sure would love to have more.” January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 5 INTERNATIONAL www.AmusementToday.com PARKS ATTRACTIONS RESORTS ENTERTAINMENT SUPPLIERS

BRIEF Holiday Park purchase brings Plopsa brand to Germany plans Andrew Mellor commented Wolfgang Sch- in which we can also give a Amusement Today neider, former managing part- home to the Studio100 media new section, ner of the venue. characters such as Maya the in 2012 In a move that will see The deal was concluded Bee and Vicky the Viking is a the Plopsa brand of parks tak- between Schneider and Plop- logical strategy.” ing root in another European sa Group managing director Holiday Park will clearly Still reeling from the country, Germany’s Holiday Steve Van den Kerkhof, who be transformed over a period success of the 2010 instal- Park has been purchased by said of the acquisition: “We of time as it is developed into lation of Joris en de Draak the Belgium based Studio 100, wanted to expand the Plopsa a Plopsa themed park and Van (a GCII-designed racing/ owners of the Plopsa group brand into Germany. We have den Kerkhof explained how dueling wooden roller of indoor and outdoor theme one big outdoor park and three this will work. coaster), officials at Eftel- parks. indoor parks in Belgium, and “There is a difference be- ing, located in Kaatsheu- Having been established in Germany we were looking tween short and long term vel, The Netherlands, are in 1971 by the Schneider fam- for an outdoor park that was changes. For 2011 we will try already looking to the fu- ily, Holiday Park grew to be- not too big and therefore too to have some Maya the Bee ture. The park announced come one of the leading attrac- expensive. There are not so presence, such as a live show, in late September that they tion parks in Germany, and many parks for sale that are along with costume characters had received permission to celebrates its 40th anniversary neither too big or too small so of Maya and Vicki the Viking create a new section of the in 2011. However, with no fam- Holiday Park was ideal. There to meet and greet visitors. We park that would mark the ily members coming through are 20 million people within will look to change the content park's 60th anniversary. PHOTO COURTESY to take over the running of the a two to two and a half hour on some of the existing rides, Slated to open in stag- PLOPSA/STUDIO 100 park, the decision was taken to drive of the park and a lot of so that we move from an at- es, the new section located Plopsa Group managing di- sell. land around the site which we traction park to a theme park, within the Pardoes Prom- rector Steve Van den Kerk- “I am glad that Holiday can use for growth. and will start this process on enade and Efteling Brink Park will further grow in the And he added: “A dedi- existing rides and then begin hof and Studio 100 charac- area of the park will be Plopsa group successfully,” cated theme park in Germany 4See PLOPSA, page 6 ter Plop. called Realm of Fantasy. It will open in 2012 and will include a new themed restaurant dubbed Polles 's Tower of Terror gets a revamp Kitchen. Andrew Mellor Dreamworld’s revamped Tower of vehicle in the depths of the In 2013, the second Amusement Today Tower’s “lair” in a darkened phase will debut and in- Terror ride offers guests a new void. As the ride program clude Hearts Garden, a experience and new thrills thanks to Australia’s Dreamworld begins, guests wait in si- large dark ride that will a new vehicle from and a new has re-launched its popular lence for a few milliseconds utilize 's intrigu- tunnel section added to the launch Tower of Terror ride, adding a before being blasted back- ing Pandora's Box ride sys- area of the ride. new twist to one of the coun- wards out of a 206 meter tem. According to reports, try’s most iconic scream ma- (676 foot) tunnel and reach- Hartenhof will feature PHOTO COURTESY chines. ing up to 161 kph (100 mph) large sets of seats that can DREAMWORLD Dubbed Tower of Ter- in just seven seconds. They move both vertically and ror II, the Intamin-built ride, then soar 100 meters (328 laterally as they relocate which first opened at the park feet) into the air where they from scene to scene within in 1997, has been “reloaded dangle for a few seconds of the dark ride building. and reversed,” literally, to of- weightlessness before plum- The Realm of Fantasy is fer thrill seekers a brand new meting back down to earth expected to carry a price tag experience. Originally taking face first and back into what of $57.8 million (€42.5 mil- riders out of the loading sta- looks like a very narrow lion), which would make it tion in a front facing direction, tunnel entrance, to return to the most expensive attrac- the revamped ride now sees the loading station. tion in Efteling's history. riders harnessed into the ride 4See TOWER, page 6 6 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 PLOPSA Continued from page 5 Oscar Bruch's Bellevue to introduce new ones. We want to get the characters in as wheel highlights Europa's soon as possible so we have a unique selling position at the holiday celebration park.” The plan is to have three Germany's Europa Park, vue wheel on the fair circuit or four Plopsa themed venues decked out in plenty of holi- since 1994. The massive ride in Germany within the next day finery, had a new star dur- features 42 gondolas that pro- five years, with one large out- ing the holiday season — the vide stunning views of Europa door park and three indoor Bellevue big wheel. Park and its holiday decora- parks, as is the case in the Rising majestically over tions. The ride was in opera- Benelux countries. A figure of the rocky landscape of the tion at Europa for the duration 100 million Euros ($130.5 mil- park's Iceland section — open of the holiday event, which lion USD) is set to be invested during the winter for the first runs through Jan. 9, 2011. by Studio 100 in Germany by time — Bellevue's colorful Oscar Bruch's majestic Bel- 2016, in park acquisition/cre- lighting is reflected below in levue wheel is a highlight ation and development, with the waters of the Mack-de- of the holiday celebration a target of 2.5 million visitors signed Whale Adventures – underway at Germany's Eu- overall by the same year. Splash Tours. ropa Park. The 180-foot-tall Owned by German show- Nauta-Bussink-designed man Oscar Bruch, this clas- TOWER sic attraction was designed in wheel will operate at Eu- Continued from page 5 Art Nouveau style and built ropa through Jan. 9, 2011. by Nauta-Bussink. The Bruch PHOTO COURTESY EUROPA PARK Tower of Terror II main- family has featured the Belle- tains its use of a single, 14 passenger vehicle on the ride, which has a duration of 27 seconds. Total ride cycle time Premier Rides to supply LIM coaster to Indonesia (load, unload) is between two Trans Studio recently an- of Trans Studio, commented and a half and three minutes. nounced that Premier Rides on the quality of Premier’s “The Tower of Terror has has been selected to build the products: “We were very im- been a rite of passage for al- signature attraction for the pressed with the quality and most every Australian teen- new Trans Studio Theme Park reliability of Premier’s work ager and the re-launched ride at Bundung Supermal in Indo- when we recently visited Re- will build on that terror fac- nesia. Premier was chosen af- venge of the Mummy at Uni- tor,” commented Dreamworld ter an exhaustive search. This versal Studios Singapore. We CEO Noel Dempsey. “It in- will be the first launch coaster especially like the dedication corporates three major fears in Indonesia using a LIM mag- shown by Premier’s personnel — high speeds, falling from netic propulsion system. working and meeting all of the great heights and dark, con- The unnamed ride is quite client’s goals.” fined spaces. Instead of fac- similar to Premier's Mr. Freeze Wijaya added, “Our mall ing the sky, all you see is the coasters at Six Flags Over project will be one of our na- ground, first disappearing fast Texas and Six Flags St. Louis. tion’s most exciting destina- and then rapidly approaching When the ride starts, the train tions and we have chosen as you plummet towards the is accelerated with LIMs, go- Premier’s coaster to assure we tunnel.” ing 0 to 70 mph in 3.8 seconds. are offering the best available In addition to supplying After the train leaves the sta- product to our guests.” the ride originally, Intamin tion it immediately shoots up Jim Seay, president of Pre- also worked with the park’s into an inverted top hat ele- mier Rides said, “It is an incred- engineering team on the at- ment. Riders then race down ible honor for Premier being traction’s refit. the second half of the top hat selected for the Trans Studio into a 180-degree turn to the project. Premier has invested AMUSEMENT TODAY right. Next, they rocket up a a significant effort expanding vertical tower where they ex- into the Asian market which RENDERING COURTESY PREMIER RIDES CLASSIFIEDS perience near 0-G conditions. we see as both exciting and dy- Premier Rides has been selected to provide a new LIM Just before the track ends, the namic. Indonesia’s economy YOUR USED RIDE train comes to a stop and is ac- is strong and we are honored launch coaster for Indonesia's Trans Studio Theme Park MARKETPLACE celerated backwards through to be working with one of the at Bundung Supermal. The new ride will be similar to Pre- the entire course. leading and most respected mier's Mr. Freeze coasters at and Six Budiman Wijaya, director companies in the region.” Flags St. Louis. January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 7 Start your engines! Ferrari World opens in Abu Dhabi Andrew Mellor in Maranello, a privilege pre- Amusement Today viously only enjoyed by Fer- rari owners. The world’s largest indoor Formula One enthusiasts theme park debuted at the be- are well catered for with the ginning of November when Driving with Champions sim- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi ulator, while they also have opened its doors to the public. the opportunity to be part of Situated on Yas Island, a the pit crew at the Paddock. 2,500 hectare island dedicated Fans can also dictate race day to “leisure, entertainment and by choosing tactics and strate- lifestyle,” Ferrari World Abu gies at the interactive Pit Wall. Dhabi has been developed by Guests of all ages can es- Aldar Properties PJSC, Abu cape into the fantasy world of Dhabi’s leading property de- Nello at of Magic, a 4D velopment, management and film attraction, while they will investment company, and is be dwarfed by the oversized managed by Farah Leisure components of the V12 water Parks Management LLC, a flume ride, on which they ride joint venture between Aldar through the grill of a Ferrari Properties PJSC and ProFun 599 and into the engine before Management Group, Inc. being fired out of the exhaust. With more than 20 rides For the very young there and attractions, including the is the Ferrari Academy, the world’s fastest roller coaster, two part driving and racing housed under a spectacular school complete with junior 200,000 square-meter (2.15 race track and driving circuit. million-square-foot) roof, Fer- Additionally, the Junior Train- rari World Abu Dhabi was de- ing Camp provides a suitably signed by Benoy and the rides themed interactive soft play and attractions by Jack Rouse area. Authentic Italian din- Associates. The project is a cel- ing and interactive shopping ebration of Ferrari’s past, pres- PHOTOS COURTESY FERRARI WORLD ABU DHABI experiences, including the ent and future that indulges Clockwise from top left: The Huss-built G-Force tower ride fires guests to the top of a world’s largest Ferrari store, the senses with eye-catching 62 meter high tower from the central funnel within the park building; the impressive add yet more to the overall ex- perience. surroundings, authentic aro- roof structure of Ferrari World covers 200,000 square-meters; the coaster mas, distinctive sounds of Italy “Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and some of the world’s most from Intamin is the fastest coaster ride in the world registering a top speed of 149 mph, offers an exhilarating expe- innovative rides. and The Scuderia Challenge gives visitors a real race car experience on Cruden supplied rience for families and fans On entering the park, simulators as used by F1 drivers for practice purposes. alike which they will cherish guests are first struck by the back down to earth again. is the Maurer Söhne Fiorano and innovative attractions in- forever,” said park manager sheer scale of the interior struc- Formula Rossa, the world’s GT Challenge, on which two clude the Galleria Ferrari and Andy Keeling. “There’s more ture spanning 86,000 square- fastest roller coaster, capable F430 Spider themed coaster Made in Maranello, which cel- to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi meters (926,000 square-feet). of a top speed of 240 kph (149 trains race each other on a ebrate the passion, excellence, than the thrill of speed racing A huge crystal-glazed funnel mph), was supplied by Swiss 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) long, performance and technologi- and powerful cars. The park at the heart of the park is the company Intamin. With a twin track experience. cal innovation so synonymous celebrates Ferrari’s past and centrepiece of the building track length of 2,000 m (6,562 Ferrari World Abu Dhabi with Ferrari. Galleria Ferrari is present and pays homage to and home to the Huss-built feet) and a maximum height of is dedicated to providing a the world’s largest Ferrari gal- its Italian roots in a bespoke G-Force tower ride which fires 52 meters (170 feet), it features family oriented experience, lery outside Maranello, while and innovative way, from the riders up and out of the build- four trains themed as a Ferrari with a range of attractions for Made in Maranello provides stunning structure through to ing to a height of 62 meters (203 F1 car and with four, four-seat- parents and children in addi- an opportunity to go behind the attractions and various ex- feet) before dropping them er cars per train. Also on offer tion to the thrill rides. Unique the doors of the Ferrari factory periences offered.”

For even more unique thrills, the Fiorano GT Challenge, supplied by Germany's Maurer Sohne, offers a twin track coaster experience. 8 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 9 AMUSEMENT PARKS www.AmusementToday.com FEC’S ATTRACTIONS RESORTS ENTERTAINMENT SUPPLIERS BRIEF Canobie Lake adding Euro-Fighter coaster New steel coaster Geauga Lake's meets Salem's strict Supreme sound restrictions headed to New Hampshire's Cano- bie Lake Park will be the re- cipient of a Gerstlauer Euro- The historic Supreme Fighter for the 2011 season. carousel that operated at The new compact looping Ohio's Geauga Lake for coaster, appropriately dubbed more than 70 summers is , will make its New getting a makeover and a England debut this spring. new home for the 2011 sea- The 1,184-foot-long loop- son — World's of Fun. ing coaster (a Euro-Fighter Originally carved and Model 320+) will feature a 72- assembled in 1926 by M.C. foot vertical lift and beyond- Illions, this beautiful ma- vertical (97-degree) first drop. chine features 64 horses After the initial plunge, the and two chariots. One of two-car trains, which each only five Supreme mod- seat eight riders in two rows, els Illions ever created, the will zip around a tight layout carousel made its debut at that includes three inversions the Philadelphia Sesqui- — a , an Immel- centennial where it oper- mann, and a zero-g roll. ated for the duration of the Like many of the rides and fair. In 1927 it was moved attractions at Canobie Lake to Birmingham, Ala. After Park, Untamed will feature a a restoration at New York's number of unique thematic ef- fects including a rustic, high- Coney Island, the carousel New Hampshire's will found its way to Geauga ly-detailed log house-style introduce a Gerstlauer Euro-fighter for Lake where it entertained station and vertical supports the 2011 season. The compact layout will generations of riders from painted to resemble a forest of 1937 until the park closed birch trees. Untamed will be include a vertical lift, 97-degree first drop in 2007. virtually identical to two oth- and three inversions. The carousel has been er Euro-Fighter Model 320s RENDERINGS COURTESY RIDE ENTERTAINMENT undergoing a complete res- currently in operation: at Duinrell, The Netherlands; that the new coaster would sound studies at public ven- a silent-running coaster is a toration at Mansfield, Ohio- and at Adventure Island, actually be one of the quietest ues like amusement parks and concept that Gerstlauer per- based Carousel Works, Inc. the U.K. The new ride will available. Amusement Today race tracks," explained Sandy. fected some time ago, but the in anticipation of its immi- serve as a replacement for the spoke about the sound re- "Siegfried Gerstlauer and I met Canobie Lark Park project was nent Missouri reintroduc- Rockin' Rider, an SDC Galaxi quirements with Adam Sandy their team at Duinrell Amuse- the first time this issue was tion this spring. The ma- coaster that operated at the of Ride Entertainment Group. ment Park in the Netherlands. critical in the . chine's rehab can be viewed park from 1970 until 2004. REG respresents Gerstlauer’s There, sound recordings of Gerstlauer was extremely on an upcoming episode of Obtaining approval for projects in the Western Hemi- the ‘Falcon’, a Euro-Fighter proud that their product rose Ultimate Restorations (www. the new ride was no easy sphere. 320+ identical to Canobie’s to the challenge and allowed urtvshow.com). feat for Canobie Lake due to “Canobie Lake Park’s new ride, were taken and the Canobie to offer its guests the According to WOF of- restrictive noise limitations issue was that the town of resulting data showed that unique beyond-vertical thrills ficials, the park's Festhaus imposed on the park by the Salem has some extremely the noise levels were within of the Euro-Fighter." catering venue will be re- town in which it resides. Park strict sound regulations for the parameters set by the city. Canobie Lake opens for moved to make way for the officials had to prove to the the property. Canobie hired a Because strict noise standards the 2011 season on April 23. carousel's installation. Salem, N.H. Planning Board company that specialized in are more common in Europe, —Scott Rutherford 10 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 Myrtle Beach getting Chance Giant Wheel AMUSEMENT will sup- MARKET PLACE ply a R60 Giant Wheel for a new development on Myrtle Beach, 's famed Aerial Tramway Design & Manufacture Grand Strand for the 2011 sea- son. Opening in May at Myrtle SkyTrans Mfg.,L.L.C. Beach Landing, the R60 Giant 106 Burnham Intervale Road Wheel (dubbed SkyWheel) Contoocook, N.H. 03229 will stand 187-feet-tall and Phone: (603) 746-4446 Fax: (603) 746-4447 span two oceanfront lots along •Specializing in sales & refurbishment of used aerial tramways Ocean Boulevard, on the north side of Plyler Park. It has been •Replacement parts for aerial tramways and amusement rides specifically designed to in- •New ride control systems and modifications clude 42 glass-enclosed, tem- •Rebuilt used chairlifts - one year guarantee perature-controlled gondolas RENDERING COURTESY CHANCE MORGAN that can hold up to six passen- (603) 746-4446 The SkyWheel at Myrtle Beach Landing — a new Chance Parts and Service Jerry Pendleton or Dan Pendleton gers each. Morgan R60 Giant Wheel — will debut on the Grand Strand The SkyWheel at Myrtle in May 2011. The 187-foot-tall ride will feature 42 glass- Beach Landing is an exciting enclosed, temperature-controlled gondolas that hold up new addition to the Grand to six passengers each. Magnetic Brake Retro t Strand area, along with the The best stop is a smooth one. EMG is proud to newly renovated Myrtle Beach at Myrtle Beach Landing will staple for Myrtle Beach. The be the exclusive representative for Velocity Magnetics magnetic retro t braking systems. Boardwalk and Promenade. also incorporate a one-of-a- SkyWheel at Myrtle Beach Plans for the SkyWheel at kind programmable LED light Landing is owned by Myrtle Replacement Chain Myrtle Beach Landing’s up- show in the evening. Beach SkyWheel, LLC, a joint As the representative for Elecon Chain EMG can provide replacement chain, sprockets and drive coming launch include a full The only Giant Wheel of venture between Koch Devel- systems for roller coasters, water rides, and at rides. service restaurant, observation its kind in the United States, opment Co. and Pacific Devel- ENTERTAINMENT deck overlooking the ocean this family-friendly attraction opment, both of St. Louis, Mo. Custom Spare Parts MANAGEMENT GROUP If you are having trouble nding a pump, and gift shop. The SkyWheel is sure to become an iconic commutator or piece from an old ride contact EMG. We have the ability to track down and source rides Alabama Adventure from any era. Quassy unveils new coaster logo names Chutes ride Entertainment Management Group Quassy , 1-410-643-9300, ext. 303 Alabama Adventure ENTERTAINMENT [email protected] Middlebury, Conn., has un- GROUP OF COMPANIES has announced the name veiled the logo for the Wood- of its new-for-2011 Shoot- en Warrior, its new-for-2011 the-Chutes attraction: . The BuzzSaw Falls. design has been in the works “Alabama Adventure for several months within the is absolutely thrilled about park’s art department. the addition of BuzzSaw The coaster’s name reflects Falls. We are looking for- the Native American heritage ward to a great season in of the 103-year-old property Designed by The Gravity 2011 with plenty of fun which is situated on Lake Group, the Wooden Warrior is and thrills for the whole Quassapaug, which means under construction and slated family, including our Con- 'Great Pond' or 'Rock Pond'. for a spring 2011 debut. cert Series, theme park and waterpark,” said Alabama Waldameer adding three rides Adventure General Man- ager, E.J. Randolph. BuzzSaw Falls was 's has announced a sub- sold through New Hamp- stantial expansion in the works for the 2011 season that will shire-based SkyTrans offer three new rides and a relaxing park area. Manufacturing, LLC and The new section — located on the edge of the bluff over- will now be supplied by looking Lake Erie beside Waldameer's award-winning Ravine Florida-basedHopkins Flyer II wooden roller coaster — will be home to a trio of fam- Rides LLC. ADVERTISE ily rides supplied by Italian manufacturer Zamperla. The new COO Chuck Bingham an- rides include the Flying Swings (Wave Carousel); SS Wally nounced that the water (Rocking Tug); and Wendy's Tea Party (Mini Tea Cup). ride company had brought Amusement Today spoke with Waldameer's Steve Gorman back two long time Hop- HERE! about the expansion. "We are developing a new section of the kins icons, Jerry Pendleton $175 COLOR • $125 B/W park called the 'North End' between the Sea Dragon the Ra- and Jim Glover, to help vine Flyer II," said Gorman. 'The Flying Swings is an eye- the company with sales catching ride that can accommodate children 36-48 inches tall and service of the Hopkins riding with an adult. The Rocking Tug and Tea Cup rides have product line. proven to be popular rides for children and their older family The 610-foot-long ride members. This new section will continue our traditional park will be located adjacent to Best value in print atmosphere with a water fountain, flower gardens, bronze the park's kiddie rides area statues and benches." and will stand just over Construction on the new area is already underway within 50-feet-tall. It will utilize Keep our amusement park industry strong! a loop of the park's train tracks and will be ready when Wal- two large boats, each with Buy products and services from these suppliers. dameer opens for the 2011 season on May 7. seating for 20 guests. January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 11

San Diego Coaster Company assures Chance Morgan Unicoaster Belmont's Giant Dipper is financially sound goes west to In light of the current news that the “We want everyone to know that the Coaster Just as this issue was landlord of San Diego's Belmont Park, Wave Company, historical Giant Dipper as well as going to press, Chance House Belmont Park LLC, filed for Chapter all the other rides we operate, are not in- Morgan's second Unicoast- 11 protection in November 2010, the own- volved in the current situation and that we er was undergoing final ers, management and employees of the San are financially solvent.” factory testing before being Diego Coaster Company wanted to be sure The San Diego Coaster Company has delivered to the San Diego its friends, colleagues and vendors in the seen record attendance every year over the Coaster Company at Bel- amusement industry understand that it has last three years, despite a challenged econo- mont Park in San Diego’s no affect on the Coaster Company, operators my. The San Diego Coaster Company recent- historic Mission Beach. of the historic Giant Dipper roller coaster ly introduced a brand new ride from Moser Dubbed Octotron by and other attractions located within the foot- Manufacturing this past fall called Control the park, this new ride fea- print of Belmont Park. Freak and known in the industry as a Gyro tures eight rotating arms PHOTO COURTESY The San Diego Coaster Company holds Loop 2+2. In addition, they are looking for- with two passenger ve- CHANCE MORGAN a separate land lease with the city of San Di- ward to the installation of another new Uni- hicles on each arm. This Mike and Dick Chance test ego for the Giant Dipper roller coaster and coaster supplied by Chance Morgan Manu- setup allows each vehicle’s out the seats on Chance other rides as well as leasing property from facturing. passengers to control their Morgan's second Uni- Wave House Belmont Park LLC. For additional information on the San own spin, both in the for- coaster, which is joining “We appreciate the outpouring of con- Diego Coaster Company, visit: www.bel- ward or backward direc- the ride lineup at San Di- cern on our behalf,” said Wendy Crain, gen- montpark.com. tion. ego’s Belmont Park. eral manager, San Diego Coaster Company.

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RENDERING COURTESY WDW RESORT Numerous new or renovated retail shops and merchandise vignettes, as well as addi- tional atmosphere and entertainment will be featured throughout Downtown Disney. DISNEY wharf district also will feature day or by night,” said Brad- Continued from page 12 a lakeside park and enhanced ford. “Whether looking for a pedestrian walkways. Its di- great place to dine with the sands of lights will transform verse eateries will expand din- whole family or a place to re- the area into an electric won- ing availability at Downtown lax and enjoy live music, Hy- derland. 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The six-story plans to introduce Beach plume of water launched from a Roanoke interactive playground will have 20 slides, Party, a giant interactive Fire Department hook and ladder rig sig- including a three-lane racer, a family Boo- waterplay attraction to its naled the beginning of construction on merango raft ride and several body slides, WildWater Adventure Wa- the 10-acre waterpark. Located on Byron 500-gallon and 1,000-gallon dump buck- terpark for the 2011 sea- Nelson Boulevard (Business 114) next ets, numerous interactive pulleys, wheels son. door to the Fire Station, Hawaiian Falls is and water features. In addition, the park Supplied by Canada's scheduled to open Memorial Day week- will have a 16,000-square-foot wavepool, WhiteWater West Indus- end 2011. a lazy river with rapids and geysers and a tries Ltd., Beach Party will “We’re honored to bring Hawaiian Overview shows massive AquaPlay water walkway. feature the first-of-its-kind Falls’ brand of family entertainment to structure as focal point in center of the Hawaiian Falls Roanoke will employ giant geyser, which blasts Roanoke,” said David Busch, president $10 million waterpark. about 175 people during the season. It will water over 90 feet in the air. and CEO of Hawaiian Falls. “Our goal is also contribute an estimated $10 million During the eruption guests to bring families closer together through under a long-term lease. annually to the local economy. The park will see a column of water good, clean family fun. We want to be a "We welcome this exciting new proj- expects to attract about 175,000 guests approximately 20 inches in good corporate citizen and hope our wa- ect and the many new opportunities it each year. diameter gradually rising terpark will become a favorite place to represents,” said Roanoke Mayor Carl Hawaiian Falls Roanoke will host in the air, towering over create lasting memories. ” E. Scooter" Gierisch, Jr. “Hawaiian Falls “Dive-In” movies and concerts during the the multi-level play area to The $10 million waterpark is a joint will provide family fun and recreation for season, and will offer private cabanas for a height of approximately venture between Hawaiian Falls and the all of our residents. We are particularly daily rental, corporate picnic and group 95 feet before it rains down City of Roanoke. The city will own the excited to have a business partner like areas, birthday party rooms and a variety over the attraction. park and Hawaiian Falls will operate it Hawaiian Falls that centers their business of food and beverage options. The new multi-level Beach Party will incor- porate over 150 play fea- tures, including eight wa- ter slides, water jets, water curtains, pipe falls, water wheels, and several net bridges. Guests will be able to drench each other with fire hose jets and interac- tive water guns. "This amazing new 'splashtastic' water area that boasts geysers, gadgets and super-drenching slides will entertain guests of all ages. This is a spectacular addi- tion to Michigan's largest waterpark," said Camille Jourden-Mark, vice presi- RENDERINGS COURTESY HAWAIIAN FALLS dent and general manager The newest Hawaiian Falls park will feature WhiteWater's largest AquaPlay structure, complete with 20 slides and two of Michigan's Adventure. dumping buckets. 18 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 19 WhiteWater West attractions highlight Calypso Waterpark Calypso Waterpark turned on the taps as promised on June 7, 2010 and soaked the crowds with plenty of adven- tures. Located near Canada’s capital city — Ottawa, On- tario — the park stands out vibrantly on 100 acres and has capacity for up to 12,000 guests. The country’s newest and largest theme waterpark offers something for everyone, and is highlighted with plenty of WhiteWater West’s signa- ture attractions, many of them firsts in Canada. Among these firsts and quickly becoming the most popular attraction is the Fam- ily Boomerango. Families and groups of up to six can also do some 'Canyon Rafting' togeth- er on the Family Raft Ride. Dr. Dunk’s Turbo Lab offers the choice of four clev- erly themed bowl slides that will keep guests' excitement at peak levels as they swirl around in The Frosty Drop, The Hot Dip, The Steamer and The Acid Test. Also high in thrills are the free-fall speed slides and an eight-lane Whiz- zard mat racer that the park has aptly christened The Fast Track. Calypso's younger guests PHOTOS COURTESY WHITEWATER WEST find plenty of action over at Canada's new Calypso Waterpark features plenty of at- The Pirates AquaPlay inter- tractions and equipment from WhiteWater West includ- active play structure, which features a giant tipping buck- ing (clockwise from top left) a Family Boomerango/Fam- et and swashbuckling pirate ily Raft Ride, four themed bowl slides, a speed slide tower theme. and AquaPlay interactive play structure. 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RENDERINGS COURTESY WHITEWATER The Calypso Waterpark, near Ottawa, will expand in 2011 with what it says will be North America's tallest free-standing waterslide tower. The new $5 million tower attraction from WhiteWater West will stand 90 feet tall and feature 10 waterslides on the single tower. The top of the tower will showcase four high speed waterslides (two will use four-passenger single row seating boats while two will use two-passenger double donut in- nertubes). The middle of the tower will house two AquaLoop slides, while the tower's lowest level feature four coiled body slides. 20 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 SplashTacular introduces new slide series at trade shows SplashTacular Inc. in- waterslides by illuminating troduced a series of innova- the inside with vibrant rings, tive waterslide enhancement shapes and icons in almost products at the October World any shape or color of the rain- Waterpark Association con- bow. A nearly transparent col- vention and the November orless option is also available. International Association of SplashGlass offers the ability Amusement Parks and Attrac- SplashTacular Inc. intro- to blend multiple translucent tions Expo. duced a series of innova- colors into each individual seg- SplashTacular feels its tive waterslide enhance- ment of a waterslide. Whether new SplashEnhancements se- ment products at both the through an undersea theme, ries not only advances the vi- recent WWA and IAAPA convincing train tracks, play- sual appeal of waterslides for trade shows. The SplashEn- ful creatures or even a park both riders and spectators, but hancements series includes logo, SplashGlass immerses they significantly increase the SplashLightning, shown guests into the waterpark ex- ‘fun factor’ as riders will be by day, then by night, and perience like never before with able to race against themselves creatively themed options. In SplashGlass for water- and others while competing addition, the slide exteriors for the highest score. slides. can be themed with a unique PHOTOS COURTESY “For more than 16 years application of high quality, SPLASHTACULAR SplashTacular has manufac- ornate images or graphically tured waterslides and attrac- SplashEnhancements prod- slide while competing for the complete entertaining ‘show’ wrap an entire waterslide with tions that drive attendance and ucts : fastest time. Competitors and for both the riders and the patterns such as tree bark, revenue to clients’ venues,” •SplashChallenge enhanc- spectators view the top 10 re- spectators with multi-sensory camouflage or animal prints. said Steve Levine, founder and es the waterslide experience sults on a 24-inch color moni- experiences including puls- “Additional products will president of SplashTacular. by offering riders the opportu- tor after riders cross the finish ing and gyrating lights and soon be added to the Splash- “We will continue to combine nity to easily compete against line. special effects. The system is Enhancements series,” said innovation with fun and safe themselves or other riders for •SplashLightning makes user-friendly, affordable and Levine. “Our focus is to rede- features to create waterslides the fastest ride time. In addi- its debut as a thrill ride light designed to withstand harsh fine the waterslide experience and structures that fit every tion, SplashChallenge offers show. Featuring multiple pre- outdoor and indoor environ- by developing ideas that con- budget.” an optional feature that allows programmed lighting effects ments. sistently attract customers to Attendees had the oppor- riders to score points by locat- within the waterslide, Splash- •SplashGlass brings the our clients’ attractions.” tunity to explore SplashTac- ing and touching bright, col- Lightning reinvents the body opportunity to completely •www.splashtacular.com. ular's first three of its new orful target sensors inside the and raft slide experience into a customize the appearance of Idlewild adding wave pool One Systems makes splash in Singapore Though winter may be in full swing, officials at Penn- When the newly built door area. The 112IM 12-inch sylvania's Idlewild & SoakZone are already planning for Wave House on Sentosa Is- two-way and 115TW 15-inch next summer. The park's aging swimming pool, which was land in Singapore decided to two-way speakers provided built in 1931, will be replaced with a modern wave pool install a sound reinforcement sound for the main rides, and and 'beach' area complete with private cabanas for the 2011 system to enhance the ex- are flown from lighting and season. perience of their California- sound towers. The outdoor "This wave pool is a thrilling addition that will take the themed surf park, they chose dance patio is equipped with excitement of the SoakZone to a whole new level for our products from Nashville- 24 108IM eight-inch two-way guests," said Jeff Croushore, park spokesperson. "We've al- based One Systems, a lead- speakers that are augmented ready been recognized as the 'Best Children's Park' [Amuse- ing manufacturer of direct by 12 118Sub-W single 18- ment Today 2010 Golden Ticket Awards], but this attraction's weather loudspeakers. inch subwoofer systems and appeal to kids and adults, will help bolster Idlewild's repu- In addition to the most four 218Sub-W dual 18-inch tation of being one of the best parks for the entire family." advanced wave-riding, surf- subwoofers. The perimeter The new 280,600-gallon wave pool will feature a zero- ing simulation machines and mezzanine areas of the depth entry at its shallow end and a depth of six feet at in the world, Wave House restaurant/bar (including its deepest. Following intermittent periods of calm water PHOTO COURTESY Sentosa also features a ham- the second floor Lalange conditions, a signal will sound and the pool will generate ONE SYSTEM mock garden, an indoor res- Lounge) feature 106IM six- waves at timed intervals, allowing swimmers to ride the The Wave House on Sen- taurant, a rooftop terrace, inch two-way speaker sys- tide. The park plans to keep the velocity of the waves at tosa Island in Singapore a number of outdoor bars, tems. a level that will offer a thrill to older guests but still allow installed a sound reinforce- and a beach area with palm Sentosa’s high annual younger children to enjoy the fun. ment system around their trees on white sands. Due rainfall, its proximity to the In an effort to ensure the safety of guests, Idlewild's surf park attraction from new wave pool will feature a number of unique features: to its layout and the large ocean and harsh UV expo- Nashville, Tenn.-based One •Underwater cameras will provide views of the deep- size of the outdoor park, sure would challenge nearly est section of the pool with constant monitoring from life- Wave House Sentosa knew System. all speakers, but those con- guards. it needed a sound system boring hotel patrons. Singa- ditions are exactly why One •State-of-the-art sanitation and filtration systems in- that could reproduce music pore distributor and systems Systems loudspeakers were cluding the latest in ultraviolet technology. and speech with clarity and integrator Trektech selected selected. TrekTech’s Colin •The wave pool will be barrier-enclosed with a single power, but also sustain harsh and specified One Systems’ Quck said, “the One Systems controlled access monitored by lifeguards weather conditions and high direct weather speakers to speakers were designed to Idlewild's new wave pool is being made possible by UV exposure. It also need- be installed throughout the perform beautifully in ex- a number of well-known entities including: International ed to provide even cover- facility. treme weather conditions Aquatic Design (architect); WaveTek by Aquatic Develop- age throughout the expan- The installation included and have exceeded all expec- ment Group (wave generating equipment); Gateway Engi- sive indoor/outdoor theme 88 One Systems speakers tations of our customer.” neers (engineers); USA Inc. (main builder); and Neptune park, yet be well controlled used around Wave House •www.onesystems.com. Benson, Inc. (filtration system). enough to not disturb neigh- Sentosa’s expansive out- January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 21 22 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 23 24 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 25 BUSINESS www.AmusementToday.com REVENUE PEOPLE RESORTS AIMS INTL. SUPPLIERS BRIEF 2010 AIMS Safety Seminar in Orlando another success Seminar attendance the first year out of the chute,” nine percent over last year. up nine percent; Beazley said. “We just started “It was great, because the Chance Morgan marketing it this past spring attendees of the seminar were introduces new SeaWorld hosts event and summer, so for us to come able to also attend the IAAPA for all AIMS attendees up with 24 people, that was a expo,” he said. Wind Wheel show. They were mesmerized huge thing. I think it will only More than 200 classes were by how big it was.” increase the growth.” taught, Moore said, and in ad- wind turbine MaryMary Wade Wade Burnside Burnside The seminar took place Participants had asked for dition to ride inspection certifi- Amusement Today Amusement Today from Nov. 13 to 18 at the Or- the inspector classes, Beazley cation, AIMS offers tests in ride The WindWheel is a ange County Convention Cen- said. operation, ride maintenance new, patent pending wind ter in Orlando, Fla., the same “We listened to what every- and aquatics. turbine from Chance Mor- Combining the annual location as IAAPA. Last year one wanted from us,” she said. “A lot of it is hands-on,” gan, Inc. The WindWheel's AIMS Safety Seminar with the was the first time the AIMS “There was a great need for an Moore said. “We used some of innovative features and ef- IAAPA convention seems to safety seminar was held to co- inspector track. We feel like we the rides at the IAAPA Expo ficient design make it ideal draw more participants who incide with IAAPA — at the are the leaders in education in for our training.” for amusement parks and want to learn more about ride 2009 location in Las Vegas — the amusement industry, so we Participants also went to attractions looking to save operation and maintenance in order to give participants an went forth with it. SeaWorld for a hands-on weld- money on electricity and while also checking out the opportunity to check out the “It was a huge success. ing class, Moore added, “and promote a 'green' image. extravaganza that the Inter- national Assn. of Amusement expo. We had 112 people go through we had a hands-on fiberglass The unique features Parks puts on every year. In addition to ride opera- certification overall, in opera- class at a local supplier.” of the 150-foot-tall Wind- “A lot of them found it re- tion and maintenance courses, tions, maintenance, inspectors In addition to the weld- Wheel offer substantially warding,” said Patty Beazley, this year, AIMS introduced ride and aquatics, and out of that, ing class at SeaWorld, Beazley improved performance the education and seminar di- inspector classes as well. The 24 went for their inspection noted that participants got a over conventional tri-blade rector for Amusement Indus- entire event had 235 attendees, certification, which is a large behind-the scenes tour of the wind turbines. The inno- try Manufacturers & Suppli- 112 of whom took tests. Twen- number for the first year out of park after it closed. vative outer rim provides ers International (AIMS). “For ty-four of those took the new the chute.” Plus, “We had a lovely din- support for the blades both a lot of them, it was the first ride inspector certification test, Mark Moore, president of ner and they gave us a ride on at the root and the tip, and 4 time to attend an IAAPA trade “which is a large number for AIMS, said attendance was up See AIMS, page 26 directly transfers energy from the blades to the gen- erators from the outer rim. This design eliminates the ASTM honors Disney's Greg Hale for safety standards work need for complicated, high At their recent meeting in Scottsdale, committee and as chairman of Subcom- guests with disabilities and technology maintenance, and expen- Ariz., ASTM International Committee F24 mittee F24.80 on Harmonization. He is advancements. sive gearboxes on conven- on Amusement Rides and Devices pre- also a member of Committee F15 on Con- A graduate of the University of Mis- tional wind turbines. sented the Dr. Richard H. “Doc” Brown sumer Products. sissippi, Oxford Miss., Hale is a licensed •www.chancewind. Memorial Exceptional Service Award to Hale joined Walt Disney World Co. professional engineer in the state of Flor- com. Greg B. Hale, chief safety officer and vice in 1988 and has held several key positions ida and has been recognized for his work president of worldwide safety and acces- since then, including director of facilities on accessibility standards for persons sibility for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and attractions for regulatory compliance with disabilities and for amusement ride in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. and director of ride and show engineer- safety standards and training. He serves Hale was recognized for his numer- ing. Prior to assuming his current role, as chairman of the International Associa- ous contributions to improving the level he was vice president of design and engi- tion of Amusement Parks and Attractions of safety within the amusement industry; neering and regulatory compliance. (IAAPA) Safety and Maintenance Com- his high level of integrity, fairness and As chief safety officer and vice presi- mittee and International Standards Har- technical expertise; and for his dedication dent of worldwide safety and accessibil- monization Committee and on the board and outstanding efforts in promoting the ity, Hale leads a global team of ride de- of delegates of the National Safety Coun- worldwide use, application and adoption sign, operations, maintenance and safety cil. of Committee F24 standards. A member professionals around the world that keep Established in 1978, ASTM Interna- of ASTM International since 1989, Hale Disney on the leading edge of theme park tional Committee F24 on Amusement currently serves on the F24 executive safety, with a focus on accessibility for 4See ASTM, page 26 Chance WindWheel 26 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 AIMS as the Orlando site,” Beazley get into a platform where you Although there was an will be for the AIMS safety Continued from page 25 said. “Orlando has many at- can discuss these issues and opening night reception for seminar to be held at the Or- tractions and so many other find out what works for other AIMS attendees, one difference lando Conference Center again Manta, their new roller coast- venues that you can visit while people,” she said. “You can in the schedule over last year to coincide with the IAAPA er,” she said. “It was a big thrill you are there.” walk away from AIMS know- was fewer evening events. Expo, but exact dates have not to be able to attend another Part of the appeal of the ing what’s working and every- “Attendees felt that when been set. park and see their behind-the- AIMS safety seminar, Beazley one walks away taking the best we had so many planned ac- More plans will be made scenes and be able to visit.” said, is the opportunity to net- practices from parks whether tivities at night, they could not when AIMS officials meet Being in Orlando as op- work with people in the indus- big or small.” go out and do additional net- in New Orleans prior to the posed to Las Vegas, where try from parks big and small. New classes included a working,” Beazley said. “We ASTM meeting, Beazley said. IAAPA was held last year, gives “We have municipali- new track for mobile shows, did have an AIMS reception on “One nice thing we do is AIMS participants more op- ties that have aquatics plus Beazley said. the opening night to welcome we review the seminar and portunity to visit other parks. privately-owned parks, small “We had 30 to 40 new class- everybody, and it was very we see what works and what “From my understanding, parks, medium and large cor- es that we incorporated into well-attended by members didn’t work. We always tweak they got a lot of feedback that porate parks, so it’s always the educational curriculum and attendees.” it.” Las Vegas wasn’t as accessible very rewarding when you can across the board,” she said. As for next year, the plan ASTM Continued from page 25

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Scott Rutherford In the last few years, CNL situation con- sen. All of the management Amusement Today Lifestyle Properties has in- tinued to be teams being considered have vested significant capital to announced in experience managing multiple CNL Lifestyle Properties expand and strengthen these early Decem- venues." Inc. has reached an agreement attractions, investing in new ber, Amuse- What qualities is CNL regarding the early termina- rides and other guest ameni- ship, season passes already ment Today ar- looking for in a new opera- tion of Parc Management’s ties. As part of its ongoing purchased for the 2011 season ranged a brief tor? leases on 18 attractions and program of capital investment will be honored. Q&A with Caffey "CNL Lifestyle Properties family entertainment centers and park improvement, the The affected attractions in- Curt Caffey, is looking for management currently operated by PARC. REIT is in the final stages of clude: Elitch Gardens (, vice president that is well capitalized, has CNL Lifestyle Properties planning various new attrac- Colo.); (Oklaho- of CNL Lifestyle Properties. deep experience in operating has already entered an agree- tions for these parks for the ma City, Okla.); White Water Caffey oversees the attractions multiple venues, is customer ment with Amusement Man- 2011 season. Bay ( City, Okla.); for CNL. focused and has a good track agement Partners (AMP), a “Since our acquisition of Waterworld (Concord, Calif.); Why were these proper- record of safety." company chaired by former these properties in 2007, CNL Wild Waves & Enchanted Vil- ties pulled from Parc? Was As of press time, this is the Ripley’s Believe it or Not CEO Lifestyle Properties has re- lage (Seattle, Wash.); Darien there a specific reason? most recent information AT Robert Masterson, to manage mained dedicated to their suc- Lake (Buffalo, N.Y.); Splash- "As reported in its 10Q has obtained regarding this eight FECs. cess and ensuring they provide town (Houston, Texas), and filing, Parc defaulted on its situation. As this story con- “CNL Lifestyle Properties fun and memorable experienc- Magic Springs and Crystal lease and loan obligations. A tinues to develop AT will post is one of North America’s lead- es to guests in a family-focused Falls (Hot Springs, Ark.) settlement was reached be- news updates on both its Web ing owners of lifestyle proper- environment,” said Byron AMP will manage the tween Parc and CNL Lifestyle site (www.amusementtoday. ties,” said Masterson. “We’re Carlock, president and CEO of following FECs: Zuma Fun Properties, under the terms of com and its daily email news proud of CNL Lifestyle Prop- CNL Lifestyle Properties. “We Centers in Charlotte, N.C., which the leases were termi- update (Extra! Extra! Desktop erties’ confidence in the AMP are excited about the changes Knoxville, Tenn. and two lo- nated. The 10Q can be found Edition). management team and look that are planned for 2011 and cations in Houston, Texas; at: http://www.sec.gov/Ar- CNL Lifestyle Properties, forward to a growing relation- will continue to seek ways to Mountasia Family Fun Center, chives/edgar/" Inc., formerly CNL Income ship built on the success we improve these parks and build North Richland Hills, Texas; With the 2011 season rap- Properties, Inc., is a real estate can bring to its properties.” upon the wonderful experi- two Fiddlesticks Fun Centers idly approaching, what is the investment trust that owns a AMP assumed manag- ences they provide to the local in Tempe, Ariz., and Camelot time frame for finding a new portfolio of 121 properties in ment duties of the FEC prop- communities we serve. We are Park, Bakersfield, Calif. operator? the United States and Canada erties on December 1, 2010. also committed to ensuring Parc is committed to as- "New management teams in the lifestyle and recreation The Real Estate Invest- these properties are managed sisting to make the transition in the eight parks not included sectors. Headquartered in ment Trusts (REIT) is now by industry-leading manage- to new management compa- in the management deal with Orlando, Fla., CNL Lifestyle evaluating new operating ment teams.” nies as smooth as possible. Amusement Management Properties specializes in the strategies with leading experi- CNL Lifestyle Properties Parc plans to focus on its exist- Partners are expected to be acquisition of ski and moun- enced management teams for expects no adverse changes ing operations including NA- announced in early January. tain lifestyle, attractions, golf, the eight theme parks. CNL in the consumer experience, SCAR SpeedParks and on de- CNL Lifestyle Properties is marinas and additional life- Lifestyle Properties expects employment levels or commu- velopment and management already in discussions with style properties. new management companies nity involvement due to the opportunities, both domesti- many potential managers. It •www.CNLLifestyle to be in place well in advance management transition. Since cally and internationally. is likely that multiple manage- REIT.com. of the start of the 2011 season. there is no change in owner- As details surrounding this ment companies will be cho- Hershey Entertainment announces sale of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts focusing on states. It has worldwide. Company (HE&R), in conjunction with the highest three theme “While Dutch Wonderland wasn’t , the U.S. subsid- level of cus- parks and advertised as being for sale, it didn’t iary of (Palace), has tomer care one water- surprise us that we received this offer announced the completion of a sales and memo- park in Penn- from such a well regarded operator agreement for the sale of Dutch Won- rable expe- sylvania: in the amusement industry, given the derland Amusement Park and related rience for , outstanding brand reputation that the properties in Lancaster County, Pa, to which Dutch Idlewild, park maintains,” said Ted J. Kleisner, Palace. Wonderland Soak Zone CEO of HE&R. “It was a very difficult Formal negotiations regarding the is known,” and Sandcas- decision for us to make; however, the potential sale have been ongoing since said Fer- tle. In total, sale will allow us to continue to focus the parties entered into a letter of in- nando Eiroa, Palace Enter- all of our resources and energy on our tent in May of this year. HE&R pur- CEO of Palace Entertainment. “We are tainment hosts over 14 million visi- operations in Hershey.” chased the Dutch Wonderland com- very sensitive to the unique position tors annually at 38 locations across the During the past 10 years, HE&R plex, including the Stream that Dutch Wonderland has within its United States. has prioritized the enhancement and Campground, in 2001 from the Clark community. We will strive to maintain Parques Reunidos is an interna- growth of its legacy properties in Her- family, who founded Dutch Wonder- and enhance the Dutch Wonderland tional entertainment operator that shey, including marquee expansions at land in 1963. brand, while keeping the special fam- with this new acquisition operates in The Hotel Hershey and . “We were attracted to Dutch Won- ily appeal of the park.” total 70 theme parks, water parks, zoo- The proceeds from the sale will be derland because of its position as an Palace Entertainment is the nation’s logical parks and family entertainment used to continue that growth strategy outstanding family amusement park largest operator of waterparks and fam- centers around the world, distributed for 'Destination Hershey' for both the – especially for families with younger ily entertainment centers. Based in Cal- in 10 countries mainly throughout Eu- short and long term. children. It is our goal to continue to ifornia, Palace operates a total of seven rope and the USA. Parques Reunidos The change in ownership was ef- operate the park in a manner which amusement parks, 10 waterparks and is the second largest leisure park op- fective Nov. 12, 2010. maintains its impeccable reputation, 21 family entertainment centers in 11 erator in Europe and the third largest 28 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 PEOPLE WATCH Riding the Market AEP’s Gary Henley retires, Chuck Haley joins RWS Gary Henley, president and executive pro- ducer of American Entertainment Productions, Inc. Stock Prices 52 weeks (AEP) based in Columbus, Ohio, has announced Company Name 12/08/10 High Low that he is retiring after 37 years in the industry. STOCK EXCHANGE: NYSE, OTC BB*, NASDAQ**, SYDNEY ASX*** Henley’s work and dedication to the entertainment L.P. FUN $14.76 $15.80 $8.57 industry will be kept alive as Chuck Haley, artistic MGM Mirage MGM $13.78 $16.66 $8.92 director and choreographer of AEP, joins RWS and Six Flags Ent. Corp. SIX $55.00 $55.00 $31.85 Associates Entertainment, Inc. Henley CBS Corp. CBS $17.98 $18.20 $12.26 “I’m excited to get to spend more time with my Walt Disney Co. DIS $36.97 $38.00 $28.71 family and while I will certainly miss my work, I’m happy that Chuck Haley will continue working with AEP’s clients Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. WOLF** $2.51 $3.75 $1.78 under the auspices of RWS and Associates,” said Henley. “I know Blackstone Group BX $13.89 $15.49 $8.93 AEP’s clients will be well cared for in their hands. It’s really an ideal Village Roadshow AU:VRL*** $2.40 $2.63 $1.70 This information is believed to be arrangement for all parties.” NBC Universal GE $17.04 $19.70 $13.75 accurate, but is not guaranteed. The life of AEP began in 1973 when Henley assembled a music Returns provided do not include group called ‘Life’ that quickly became popular on the convention reinvestment or dividends. and fair circuit. More musical groups were added as the company grew into a full-service music production company, creating shows for theme parks, cruise ships, , festivals, the Department of De- Region As of Change from TOP 7 MOST TRADED (U.S.) 12/06/10 year ago ON-HIGHWAY $$$ CURRENCIES fense, and corporate conventions. AEP groups have appeared along- DIESEL PRICES side many top entertainers, including Bill Cosby, Dolly Parton, Jay East Coast 3.206 0.414 On 12/08/10 $1 USD = Leno and Barbara Eden. Henley has mounted countless shows over Midwest 3.175 0.433 0.75014 EURO the decades, entertaining audiences around the world. Gulf Coast 3.132 0.406 0.63448 GBP (British Pound) “Gary is a wonderful man whose presence never fails to brighten Rocky Mountain 3.276 0.470 82.77827 JPY (Japanese Yen) a room,” said Ryan Stana, CEO and executive producer of RWS and Associates. “He has worked tirelessly for decades and I can’t think of West Coast 3.321 0.437 0.98103 CHF (Swiss Franc) anyone who more deserves the time to relax with his family.” 1.00917 AUD (Australian Dollar) California 3.352 0.410 Haley, who has directed and choreographed shows for AEP since Prices per gallon; Information provided by U.S. Department of Energy 1.00559 CAD (Canadian Dollar) the early 90s, will continue his career with RWS and Associates. He holds a BA in vocal performance and a minor in dance from the Uni- versity of Nevada, Las Vegas. Haley spent many years performing Funtown Splashtown USA names in productions on the famed Las Vegas strip, on cruise ships, and at numerous theme parks before becoming a full time director/chore- ographer. Cory Hutchinson as general manager Stana adds, “We’re very excited to have Chuck join our team. We know he will be a wonderful asset.” Cory Hutchinson has been Hutchinson started with named general manager of Funtown Splashtown USA in Merlin announces senior appointments Maine's Funtown Splashtown May 1996 as manager of the then As part of Merlin Entertainment’s expansive U.S. growth plans, the USA. Hutchinson previously newly acquired Splashtown company announced the creation of three key senior regional positions in held the position of general USA Water Park. Since his ten- its Midway operating Group – Divisional Director, Midway Attractions, manager of Splashtown USA ure began, he has been involved Merlin USA, which will be filled by Janine DiGioacchino, former gen- waterpark for the company. with three major expansions in eral manager of Madame Tussauds New York and Madame Tussauds In this expanded role, 1999, 2003 and 2007. Hutchinson Washington D.C.; Director of Marketing, Midway Attractions, Merlin Hutchinson will now oversee received his Certified Pool Op- USA, which will be taken by Rosemary del Prado, previously Madame the day-to-day operations of erator certificate from the World Tussauds New York and Madame Tussauds Washington D.C.’s Director both parks, and will continue to Waterpark Association (WWA) of Marketing; and Director of Finance, Midway Attractions, Merlin USA, which will be filled by Sarah Reed, promoted from Finance Director at oversee future development of in October 1997, and his Aquatic Cory Hutchinson Madame Tussauds New York. the waterpark property. Facilities Operator certificate, As the world’s fastest growing visitor attraction group, Merlin has "As both Funtown USA and ues to grow." also from the WWA in October created the new positions in order to increase its U.S. presence through Splashtown USA continue to 2004. He was elected to Fun- Two waterpark assistant the opening of new Midway attractions (attractions with an average grow, Cory has stepped up and managers were promoted at the town Splashtown USA's Board dwell time of 2 – 3 hours), development of strategic business partner- really demonstrated that he is same time. William Gagnon of Directors in 2000. Hutchinson ships and increased promotional efforts. ready for this new challenge," and Rebecca King, both long also serves on the New Eng- In addition to the new regional positions, Merlin Entertainments has said Kenneth D. Cormier, presi- time employees of the waterpark land Association of Amusement promoted Bret Pidgeon, former general manager of Madame Tussauds dent and CEO, Funtown Splash- have been named waterpark op- Parks and Attractions (NEAA- and Hong Kong, to general manager at Madame Tussauds New town USA. "Over the years, his erations managers. Gagnon and PA) Board of Directors since York; Dan Rogoski, former Director of Trade Sales at Madame Tussauds commitment to safety at the King will oversee the operations 2005, and is the current First Vice New York, to general manager, Madame Tussauds Washington D.C.; and park and the industry has been of Splashtown USA. Benjamin President of the Association. Colin Thomas, to general manager, Madame Tussauds Hollywood. exemplary. I am confident that Santos-Rogers, who has been in Hutchinson attended Ho- “Merlin Entertainments has been uniquely successful in developing in this new role, he will bring the position of park operations bart College in Geneva, New and rolling out mid-sized attractions in key markets across the globe,” even greater contributions to the manager since 2008, is now ride York and graduated from Wayn- said Merlin Entertainments Midway Managing Director, Glenn Earlam. organization as a whole. I look park operations manager, over- flete School in Portland, Maine “As demonstrated by the considerable growth over the past several years forward to working more close- seeing the operations of Fun- in 1991. at Madame Tussauds New York and Las Vegas, we are ready and excited ly with him as the park contin- town USA. to aggressively continue our expansion in the U.S. Merlin Entertainments is confident that the talent, ideas and expertise of our home-grown, U.S. management team will significantly contribute to the continued success of the U.S. Midway business.” Birth announcement Greg and Megan Morrow announced the birth of their son, Cameron Thomas Morrow, at 6 lbs. 4 oz. on September 23 at 4:45 p.m. Greg is the Retail and Games Manager at , Rossville, Ga. and the son of the late Tom Morrow, former Operations Manager at Canobie Lake Park, Salem, NH. Congratulations to Greg and Meg on the birth of their son!

EMAIL PEOPLE NEWS TO: [email protected] January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 29 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO 2010 IAAPA Expo brought out the best and more Pam Sherborne product, a solar powered vinyl Fruktsno, Kitchener, Ont. “We Amusement Today panel called the Solar Quad. thought we had enough bowls, “We have seen a lot of in- but we ran out of them on the There seemed to be a col- terest,” Downs said. “We have first day and had to go buy lective and almost audible sigh been working on this concept some more.” of relief coming from the trade for about a year. It was original- The family-run company show floor on the first day of ly used in the military so they was serving up flavored snow the 2010 International Associa- could have electricity anywhere that was mechanically shaved tion of Amusement Parks and they were.” off a cylinder of the frozen treat. Attractions The solar powered vinyl Flavors included mango, straw- Expo. panels can be attached to tent berry, chocolate, coconut, pas- The 2010 tops, drawing in solar power sion fruit and tropical. IAAPA Expo that runs into a battery enabling “We can basically do any was held the running of such things as flavor,” Colwell said. Nov. 15-19 at fans and lights. Another first-time exhibi- the Orange “The first carnival we had tor, Randy McDonald, Func- County Con- to bite so far is Butler Amuse- tioneering Interactive Technol- vention Cen- ments (Fairfield, Calif.),” Downs ogies, Cambridge, Ont., found ter, Orlando, Fla. This was the AT PHOTO/DAVID LIPNICKY said. a lot of interest in his products first year of a 10-year contract National Ticket Company, such as the bench that made IAAPA signed with the conven- Numbers released in late November showed that there Paxinos, Pa., sales representa- noises whenever someone sat tion center to host the show un- were about 25,000 people at the 2010 IAAPA Expo in Or- tive Robert Anderson said also down on it. as well as interac- til 2019. Last year, the conven- lando. That includes approximately 14,800 buyers from 96 saw a more enthusiastic crowd tive touch screens. He designs tion was held in Las Vegas. nations around the world. There were 6,484 buying com- this year. the electronics for these types of Exhibitors and attendees panies and 1,140 exhibiting companies. “There seems to be more products as well as for informa- alike seemed happy to be back start up companies,” he said. tional touch screens. in Orlando. companies. IAAPA president and CEO, said: “It’s been great.” “I have done some control- “We are doing a lot better The North and South Halls “It’s good to be back home here First-time exhibitors, al- lers for Empex Water Toys and this year,” said Ramon Rosario, of the convention center hosted in Orlando. We’ve had a great though perhaps not start-up some family entertainment cen- Zamperla, Boonton, N.J. “We are the 1,140 exhibiting companies show. There’s an overall sense companies, found the optimistic ters,” McDonald said. “This is getting some great contacts and that were displaying their in- of optimism in the industry. attitude at the show welcom- the first time I have exhibited have signed some contracts.” novative new products and Exhibit sales are strong and at- ing. at IAAPA and I have been very “I had more people come services on 453,100 net square- tractions industry leaders came “It’s been an amazing show busy.” by the booth on the first day of feet of space on the floor. They here to buy. We had outstanding for us,” said Crystal Colwell, 4See EXPO, page 30 this show than in all four days represented 33 countries around participation in our education at Vegas last year,” said Tom the world and showcased new conference and the social events Rebbie, Philadelphia Tobog- technologies, rides, ticketing were a big hit. I think these re- gan, Hatfield, Pa. systems, merchandise, food and sults reinforce the fact that Or- Outgoing IAAPA Chairman beverage concepts, games of lando is the right location for Chip Cleary, /Pal- skill and much more. our event.” ace Entertainment/Parques Re- In addition, expo attendees Victor Wisdom, Wisdom, unidos, Riverhead, N.Y., said, participated in 104 education Industries Inc., Sterling, Colo., to much applause, at the Kick- programs including sessions said there seemed to be a more off Event Tuesday morning of on industry trends, behind-the- positive attitude at this year’s the event: “This proves the old scenes tours at Orlando attrac- show. adage wrong. What happens in tions, institute programs and “We are talking to custom- Vegas doesn’t stay in Vegas.” show floor vendor tours. ers this year,” Wisdom said. “For Numbers released in late Attendance at the educa- the last two years, it seemed to November showed that there tion programs was 8,800. Two be all doom and gloom, but not were about 25,000 people at this new highlights of this year’s so much this year.” year’s show. That includes ap- program included the Rookies Patty Sullivan, Eli Bridge proximately 14,800 buyers from and Newcomers program for Company, Jacksonville, Ill., also 96 nations around the world. FECs and the Social Media Sym- felt the better vibes given by The Orange County Convention posium. Sixty-eight people par- IAAPA attendees this year. Center estimated that the five- ticipated in the day-and-a-half- “It just seems to be a better AT PHOTO/JEFFREY SEIFERT day event had a $47.7 million long Rookies and Newcomers attitude all over this year,” Sul- economic impact on the Orlan- program and attendance at the livan said. Attendees at the 2010 IAAPA Expo made an evening of do/Orange County region. Social Media Symposium was Cody Downs, sales, Wa- shopping and dining in Hogsmeade Village and flying Other IAAPA numbers in- 520. terloo Tent and Tarp, Waterloo, along Harry Potter on the "Harry Potter and the Forbid- dicated there were 6,484 buying At the conclusion of this Iowa, said they had been very den Journey" ride at Islands of Adventure's "The Wizard- companies and 1,140 exhibiting year’s show, Charles Bray, busy showcasing their new ing World of Harry Potter."

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On Sunday, Nov. 14, 150 attractions industry pro- Players from Germany, Lichtenstein, the United thank you enough.” fessionals raised $58,000 for Give Kids The World Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, the Philippines, IAAPA has partnered with GKTW for more than (GKTW) by participating in the eighth annual IAAPA Canada, and the United States participated. 15 years to raise donations and coordinate amuse- International Charity Golf Tournament at Hawk's “The Village has sold itself to this industry — ev- ment park and attraction visits for children with life- Landing Golf Club at the Orlando World Center Mar- erybody knows about it and feels good about it,” said threatening illnesses. The golf tournament, 5K Fun riott Resort. The tournament, which sold out in mid- John Graff, the tournament’s co-chairman. “This is Run and 1K Walk, car raffle, and other events held in October, allowed participants to network, socialize, just one of the many ways we support it.” conjunction with IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010, have and enjoy a round of golf to benefit GKTW, a charity “Today is the perfect way to start the week. Play- been established so the attractions industry can make organization that creates dreamlike vacations for chil- ers engage in friendly competition and network, all significant financial contributions to the Village. dren with life-threatening illnesses. The event was the while supporting a great cause,” said Charlie Bray, Leisure Labs LLC was the Gold Sponsor for the first of five GKTW fundraising events to take place president and CEO of IAAPA. “IAAPA is proud to tournament. Allied Specialty Insurance, Inc. was a during IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010, the largest con- support Give Kids The World and their efforts to bring Silver Sponsor and Ride Entertainment Group was a ference and trade show for the worldwide attractions joy into the lives of children with life-threatening ill- Bronze Sponsor. industry. nesses and their families.” The next IAAPA International Charity Golf Tour- Placing in first was the foursome comprised of “Each year we look forward to the Annual IAA- nament is planned during IAAPA Attractions Expo Andrew Callies, Christian Vozza, Giorgio Vozza, PA/Give Kids The World Golf Tournament,” said 2011, Nov. 14 – 18 in Orlando, Florida. Players or and Tyson Vozza with Congo River Golf in Traverse GKTW President Pamela Landwirth. “Our dearest companies interested in participating in or sponsor- City, Mich. Second place was the group from Ripley’s friends from the entire amusement industry come ing the tournament should contact Diane Williams Entertainment in Orlando, Fla.: John Corcoran, Scott together and raise an incredible amount of money via email at [email protected], or by calling (703) Line, Jim Pattison Jr., and Billy Roosa. for the precious children we serve. We just can’t say 836-4800.

EXPO Ripley’s won the Image including outstanding manage- Award in the category of Best ment, operations and creative LARC donates pencil tree to GKTW Continued from page 29 Exhibit at IAAPA Attractions accomplishments. It is awarded Expo 2010. by Amusement Park, Dekra-Lite Industries, San- The tradeshow was defi- Sweden, every other year. ta Ana, Calif., was also a first- nitely a highlight for IAAPA at- Another highlight was the timer this year at IAAPA. This tendees, but there were certainly Tuesday Disney’s Hollywood company was displaying their others. The education program Studios Tour, which included new line of LED lighting they proved to be very popular with seeing the inside of entertain- called snow. The movement in its array of sessions and work- ment production from costume the lights creates a perception shops. design to on stage. Participates that it is falling. The company Some of those included: were able to visit the costum- decorated the plaza at the Los Best Practices in Loss Preven- ing department and Disney’s Angeles’ Staples Center for tion; Photo Gifts – Going Be- computer-aided design process. Christmas 2009 with the snow yond the Picture; Fishing for Participates also were able to see lights. They were only intend- Group Sales; the Age of the Con- the sets of several live Disney ed as holiday decorations, but sumer Capitalism and Its im- productions and take part in a center management ended up pact on Your Bottom Line; How “talk back” with Disney produc- wanting to keep them up until to Improve Investments in New tion staff. June 2010. Attractions; Branded Food and The Thursday evening Del Sol has been in busi- Restaurant Concepts – Are they event at Universal Studio’s ness about 15 years, but chose Right for your Facility; 10-Point Wizarding World of Harry Pot- this year to exhibit for the first Countdown to Safety Success; ter was also exciting. Those at- time at IAAPA. Reduce Your Souvenir Apparel tending this event were able to “This is the first time we Inventory Costs – Produce It In- get an inside look at Universal are launching in the amusement House; Reboot – The Informa- Orlando’s latest immersive ex- park industry,” said the compa- tion Technology Panel; and The perience. IAAPA guests dined ny’s Ben Carter. “We have been Coaching Workshop – How to and shopped in Hogsmeade very busy.” Communicate and Motivate in a Village and were able to ride the The company, based in San- Coaching Style. Harry Potter and the Forbidden dy, Utah, is one of the largest re- Then, there was an abun- Journey, Dragon Challenge, and tailers in the Caribbean and has dance of receptions, luncheons the Flight of the Hippogriff. shops on many cruise ships. and dinners for socializing and The convention proved to “Everything under our networking. have something for everyone in brand changes color in the sun,” The 8th annual IAAPA In- the amusement industry, from Carter said. ternational Charity Golf Tour- the debut of new products to Ripley’s Believe It or Not, nament raised $58,000 for Give shows to education to network- AT PHOTO/GARY SLADE which hadn’t exhibited at the Kids The World. The tourna- ing to experiencing local attrac- Leisure & Recreation Concept's Michael A. Jenkins, right, IAAPA trade show in 11 years, ment was held at the Hawk’s tions. presents Susie Storey, Give Kids The World Village, with decided to create quite a buzz Landing Golf Club at the Or- And, Bill Sweet, Perky’s their pencil tree following the conclusion of the IAAPA with a large exhibit area and lando World Center Marriott Pizza, also provided something Expo. The tree was inspired by an 8-year old child who daily press conferences. Resort. for those attending the trade- originally designed the concept for a Dallas, Texas Neiman “The last time we had a A highlight for all those at- show this year as usual. He booth was 11 years ago when we tending the Tuesday morning served 4,576 slices of pizza with Marcus store. The tree was auctioned off as a charity event had just 11 attractions,” said Tim Kick-Off Event was a visit by 15 gallons of sauce, 120 pounds and purchased by Dallas-based LARC. The tree has been O’Brien, vice president of com- Dolly Parton, who accepted the of cheese, 20 pounds of pep- displayed for two IAAPA shows before being donated to munications. “Now, we have 85 prestigious peroni, and 30 pounds of Italian GKTW. LARC felt it was appropriate for a tree dreamed and attractions in 11 countries.” given to her namesake park, sausage. inspired by a child to have a permanent home in a facility O’Brien said Ripley’s decid- , Pigeon Forge, Perky’s won IAAPA’s Best that makes children smile and celebrates Christmas once a ed to exhibit this year in an effort Tenn. The Applause Award Exhibit in the category for week year round. And just for the record, there are 10,249 to get the Ripley’s brand back recognizes one facility in the booths between 100-200 square out front in people’s minds.” world for overall excellence, feet. pencils that make up the pencil tree. January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 31 32 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO Ride manufacturers enjoy positive attitudes, increased attendance Pam Sherborne that these rides are getting so Amusement Today much attention from zoos this year,” she added. The tradeshow of the IAA- S&S also featured a full- PA Expo is traditionally a place sized, four-passenger-wide ve- where the new is debuted and hicle for the high-thrill (80 mph, the successful is staged for dis- 135 kph) launch coaster. play. Chance Morgan, Wichita, Amusement ride manufac- Kan., was displaying the new turers definitely kept up with gondola for the R66 (66 meters tradition for the 2010 show. or 217 feet tall) Wheel, said Dick And, there were several Chance. new rides debuted. “The attitude of everyone Take for ex- has been much more positive ample. this year,” Chance said. “We That company had planned also are showcasing our new to debut a new ride at the Min- Unicoaster ride, a family thrill nesota State Fair this year, but ride.” since production was delayed, AT PHOTOS/PAM SHERBORNE The new 16-passenger Uni- BLD Oriental Co., Japan, showcased its line of the colorful the new ride debuted at this S&S Worldwide Inc., Logan, coaster, with an interactive rider Yu Kids PlaySystem. The play elements spin and include year’s show. Called the Day- controlled spin, has a footprint such features as a small slide with water running under tona, the round ride is an in- Utah, debuted the com- that can fit almost any location. transparent plastic. This actually gives the look of an ac- teractive ride that enables kids pany’s new line-up of kid- Zamperla, Boonton, N.J., with one adult or two kids to die rides. This is the Jungle planned to keep things on a tual small-sized water slide. sit in a Daytona-styled car and, Swing. It was purchased by small scale this year, but was able gers on this ride are either look- sold several rides this year. He by steering the wheel of the car, Silverwood, Athol, Id., dur- to showcase the entire selection ing up into the sky or towards represents SBF and Visa In- extend or shorten the arm onto ing the IAAPA Expo. of rides from the new Luna Park the ground during the swing ternational Group as well as which the car is attached. In at Coney Island, N.Y. According and revolving action up to a KMG. He also sells used rides. this way, the cars are not only to Zamperla’s Ramon Rosario, speed of 47 mph (75 kmh). Be- The SBF new Airborne Shot was running round, but also can be “rain forest critter” collection. his staff came up with the dis- cause of the long airtime, riders exhibited at the 2010 IAAPA steered from left to right or the One was the new Jungle Swing play for the booth that entailed experience a spectacular sense event. It was sold to Gillian’s other way around. and the other, the updated Frog a layout map of the park. Then, of weightlessness at the top of Wonderland, Ocean City, N.J. Michael Wood, indepen- Hopper. Both were sold to Sil- where each ride was located on the swing. The Mistral is loaded The Airborne Shot has an dent ride owner, had purchased verwood, Athol, Id., during the the map, a small monitor rising onto three trailers, which also operating dimension of 43 feet the Daytona on display at the show. The Jungle Swing, which from the map on a pole showed are used as the foundation of (13.2 meters) by 23 (7 meters). show. seats eight persons, has an hour- the ride in motion. the ride. The ride has eight vehicles with Jeff Miller, Fabbri, said, ly capacity of between 320-384. “We didn’t want to bring Mondial also was featuring 16 seats and an hourly capacity although U.S. sales have been It is 22 feet (6.71 meters) tall in the rides, so this was a great the Wind Seeker, which com- of 40 riders. The arms are able to slow, he has made some sales to with a 70-degree angle swing. way to show them off,” Rosario bines the rotating movements of pop up to a 90-degree angle. It international customers. “For the Frog Hopper, we said. “The show is going a lot a swing with the extreme height can be customized so riders can “We are negotiating with have updated the mechanical better this year than last. We are of a tower ride. The 32 arms control the popping or it can be some U.S. customers,” he said. systems and freshened up the making some great contacts and of the ride are connected to a operator-controlled. “We’ll just have to see what look with things such as LED have signed some contracts.” hinge point, so each arm is free The Airborne Shot at IAA- happens after the show.” lighting,” said Kathy Archer, The Holland-based Mondi- to swing out. At the end of each PA was the park model, but S&S Worldwide Inc., Lo- manager, marketing/small al was displaying, among other arm there is a gondola, which Soled expects to have a trailer- gan, Utah, debuted the com- rides sales. “We didn’t increase products, the Mistral, a pendu- can seat two passengers. With mounted version ready for the pany’s new line-up of kiddie the price for the ride even with lum ride that can swing up to the suspended free swing, rid- International Independent rides. The outdoor IAAPA space the updates. 120 degrees and reach a height ers come as close to actually fly- Showmen’s League Extrava- display focused on the new “We have been surprised of 131 feet (40 meters). Passen- ing as passengers can get. The ganza, Gibsonton, Fla., set to height of the ride can be either run Feb. 8-12. 213 feet (65 meters) or 328 feet Soled also displayed a VISA (100 meters). Capacity can be 24, ride called the Heli Hopper. 36, 50 or 64 seats. “This is a tower ride where Theo van Zwieten, Mondi- riders get to pedal up and as al sales manager, said the show soon as they stop, they free fall was going well. with a magnetic brake stopping “We have gotten a few good action,” he said. leads,” van Zwieten said. “We During the show, Soled also will see what happens after the sold LED lighting packages to show.” Keansburg (N.J.) Amusement BLD Oriental Co., Japan, Park, for the Chance Pharaoh’s showcased its line of the colorful Fury, as well as for a Yu Kids PlaySystem. The play Wave Swinger at Lake Com- elements spin and include such pounce, Bristol, Conn. features as a small slide with Jeff Novotny, Larson Inter- water running under transpar- national, Plainview, Texas, is in ent plastic. This actually gives the development stage of a new the look of an actual small-sized ride, but he didn’t show it this water slide. Company president year at IAAPA. Yasushi Ochi was on hand dur- “We aren’t going to market AT PHOTOS/GARY SLADE ing the show and stayed busy it until we have everything up Ride manufacturers at the 2010 IAAPA Expo found the increased number of attendees also answering questions and show- and running,” said Novotny, increased the number of inquiries on new and existing products. Found on the floor was, left, ing product features. prior to the Orlando event. Fabbri, exhibiting its new Daytona ride at the show's Outdoor Midway and Zamperla featur- Len Soled, Rides-4-U, He felt the show went well Somerville, N.J., showcased and 4See RIDES, page 38 ing a Luna Park model highlighting the rides it operated at the first year New York park. January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 33 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO Waterpark suppliers busier than ever at IAAPA Tim Baldwin Amusement Today

Jim Goldhardt, general manager for Z-Pro Watersports, has seen the waterpark indus- try grow for 29 years now. "I was the guy who introduced PVC inner tubes in 1981," re- flects Goldhardt, remembering when the origins of waterparks were simply body flumes. "I cre- ated the figure 8 tubes, the bul- let shaped tubes, pear shaped tubes..." If the 2010 IAAPA trade show was any indication, the waterpark industry, along with Goldhardt, will continue to see amazing growth. Comparing the show to the AT PHOTOS/TIM BALDWIN Splashtacular's new high-capacity Splash Rally has excite- previous year in Vegas, Gold- Above left, Jim Goldhardt of Z-Pro Sports is pleased with ment for riders as they race each other through a figure-8 hardt comments, "I'm not sure the advancements made in the new 30-pound toddler life multi-lane course before crossing the checker board finish if the traffic has been tremen- vest. Above right, WhiteWater displayed a massive ring line. dously better, but it is heavier." of fiberglass showing off the actual size of the company's He also was of the opinion that the business attitude was much new MegaTube. stronger in Orlando. while in their swimsuits. Obvi- proximately 300,000 euros." In addition to their large ar- ously, the idea is to get wet. "We Among Polin's impressive ray of tubes available, Z-Pro were looking for something dif- waterslides are also dynamic was also proud to introduce new ferent, something innovative," new sellers. Their first King Co- upgraded life jackets. The new says Sohret Pakis of Polin. bra dual waterslide was sold to baby-safe life jacket is geared Movies based on motion, us- Russia and two more contracts toward those young children up ing moving platforms, typically were about to be finalized in to 30 pounds. "It's much more run about five to seven minutes. France and the Ukraine at the comfortable than a traditional When spoken language is add- time of the trade show. A new 50 pound vest," says Goldhardt, ed, movies last 10-12 minutes. variation available called Racer mentioning the other various A minimum of 12 seats is re- Twin Turbolance elongates the aspects that make it a better vest quired for the project, but Polin experience with a racing theme. for toddlers. "It's a great retail recommends at least 24. There is Family slides and black holes item for shops, as well." no limitation to the maximum are still the company's stron- All over the trade show number of seats. Guests get wet gest sellers. Polin uses a resin floor there were many new con- with water coming from in front transfer molding (RTM) pro- cepts and products to permeate of them and above. Of note, cess termed Magic Shine that the waterpark industry. Polin there is no electricity in the the- not only makes the surfaces Waterparks & Pool Systems ater room containing the guests. shiny on both sides, but deliv- ProSlide had intricate models of their entire line of prod- was introducing Splashcinema, All films are themed to water: ers visual effects such as colored ucts to give prospective buyers a full 3-D like view of their fish, turtles, submarines, pirate stripes using only natural sun- an interactive 4D film for wa- numberous slide concepts. terparks. Polin is working with ships, etc. The first Splashcin- light without the need for any Kraftwerk of Austria, a leader ema is going into Aquapulco electricity or maintenance. Polin steady business all week. Cur- WhiteWater is also proud of in 4D/5D systems. Splashcine- Waterpark in Austria, opening reaches a milestone of 35 years rently the company is promot- their SilkTek products. Although ma uses movies based on water in May. Pakis reports, "Systems of service in 2011. ing numerous products. A re- the SilkTek technology has been themes that guests experience using 24 seat theaters cost ap- WhiteWater West had cent successful attraction has around with WhiteWater for been the looping waterslide. several years, the translucent WhiteWater has sold more version was introduced in 2009. than 30 looping slides, all with The translucent slides are so the trap door feature. A newer clear, people can read through concept is the company's Mega- it. "The folks at the Water Cube Tube. Three variations are avail- liked SilkTek and the Aqua- able which lets each park decide Loop," says David Bogdonov. the best fit for their particular "It was obviously a high profile facility. Two 20-foot diameter job. We were keen to be involved models are available. The Viper with it." The Water Cube used has passengers journeying in multiple vendors. WhiteWater two or three passenger tubes. provided two attractions to the The Python requires a conveyor Olympic facility. as larger rafts seating four to Splashtacular has been six riders are used. The largest around since 1994, but is fairly MegaTube, called Anaconda, is young when it comes to exhib- 30 feet in diameter. In addition iting at IAAPA. As the largest to the back-and-forth half-pipe U.S.-based waterslide manu- motion, the intriguing idea be- facturer, the company does 60 hind the MegaTube is that a to 70 projects a year, but shares Polin's 35th year of service will debut the massive Twin Turbolance, a variation on their more typical waterslide can also that many new potential clients recent King Cobra attraction, but with a different finish added. travel through it. 4See WATERPARKS, page 34 34 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO

mid-week. David Keim says the WATERPARKS week is a mix of prior leads and Continued from page 33 new contacts. When asked if he ask why they haven't heard of was happy with the Orlando Splashtacular before. With an show, Keim replied, "Very much attractive booth and innova- so." tive new products on the mar- Empex Water Toys was ket, that could change rapidly. asked to develop something One of the sharpest new ideas customized for the Water Cube from the firm is Splash Rally. A in China. "They wanted a 'jelly high capacity racing slide uses fish feel' to the whole thing," a NASCAR thematic and incor- says Wyeth Tracy. "Forrec did porates some original concepts a wonderful job for them." Em- by having all riders start at the pex specializes in very organic, same time from a 60-foot tower rounded play elements that by using a conveyor start, as give their products a whimsical well as a curving and twisting style. One of their more exciting layout that lets guests "jockey" AT PHOTOS/TIM BALDWIN recent projects was the 12,000 for position. A fun new angle Empex Watertoys displayed square foot children's water for the finale is that the winning components of their new playground at Beach Park in raft slides in first with all other Aqua Circus. This "clown" Brazil. It was dubbed the Aqua AT PHOTO/DAVID LIPNICKY lanes getting a rain shower fin- has wiggling hair that chil- Circus. Within, one of the more Dolly Parton accepts the coveted Applause Award giv- comical elements was a clown ish. Projected capacity is 1,400 dren control. en to Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tenn., from Mats We- passengers an hour. Other in- themed feature that allowed din, president CEO Liseberg Group and Chairman of the children to make the hair on the novative products are the new will feature the world's first Liseberg Applause Award Board of Governors, during Rush 360 that has trap door Bowling Alley. The recent Top- clowns spray and wiggle. "We're starts to two opposing chutes sy Turvy attraction won a Best empowering the children to the IAAPA expo in Orlando last November. that drop them simultaneously New Waterslide Product for make something happen," says into a swirling bowl. DBL Bowls 2010 from IAAPA. The Tracy of the various interactive Dollywood wins prestigious Eye uses a larger 45-foot diam- Wave is a quarter of the popu- elements. eter bowl that uses two exits lar Tornado funnel that gives a Reflecting on the Orlando Applause Award at IAAPA instead of one that safely allows single undulation sensation at a show, "People here look like two rafts to be in the bowl at one much smaller price point. Three they're ready to spend again," Tennessee's Dollywood shows, the amusement areas time. African River Adventure have been sold for 2011 — two in says Tracy. "People are serious." received the 2010 Applause and the Eagle Sanctuary are is also a totally new idea that in- China and one in Korea. He's probably right. Even Award during a special cer- just some of the things that volves theming, 4D movie tech- is a new variation of the head- manufacturers typically not as- emony at the International make the park so unique. nology and special effects — all first racer. Finally, Super Loops sociated with waterparks are Association of Amusement “I am very proud,” she before being launched into a is a trap door waterslide that getting contracts. , Parks and Attractions Expo said. waterslide voyage. uses a horizontal loop instead typically known for roller coast- (IAAPA), Nov. 16-19, Orlan- Twenty-five years ago Ed Snyder of Zebec Water of an inclined loop. There is no ers and flat rides, has recently do, Fla. when Parton set forth to es- Sports reflects on the Orlando deceleration on the ride experi- signed a contract for a Twist 'N The Applause Award, the tablish the park, there were show and years past. "Water- ence, nor are there any weight Splash. This is a teacup style most prestigious award with- some naysayers, she said. parks used to send multiple em- restrictions. ride that lowers into water and in the amusement and theme “But, I knew it was a ployees. Today they send fewer "An hour-and-a-half before guests take aim squirting each park industry, honors a park good idea,” she said. “In that which reduces the number of the start of the show we got a other with cannons while spin- whose management, op- part of Tennessee, there were buyers." Snyder adds, "But we verbal on a big contract. It set ning. Even spectators take aim erations and creative accom- so many people having so see the people we want to see." the stage for the IAAPA show," from the shore. While the com- plishments have inspired the many problems. I had been Zebec currently has products in says Phil Hayles of ProSlide. pany has sold the ride to amuse- industry with its foresight, waiting to do something for 80 countries. In addition to the "It's been very strong." Hayles ment and theme parks, one wa- originality and sound busi- that area to create more jobs, abundance of tubes and rafts, points out the heavy explosion terpark in Europe has purchased ness development. The award to give back to that area “ new this year is a slide padding of business the industry is cur- one — thinking outside the box is presented every other year When asked by AT what for pool entry. "It is much more rently experiencing in Asia. and getting guests wet in new by Liseberg Amusement comes next, Parton said, “I’ll resilient than a spray padding," At Aquatic Development ways. Park located in Gothenburg, always be dreaming. But, a says Snyder. "There's been a lot Group, Ray Lauenstein reports And new directions for the Sweden. For this 2010 award, tree with many leaves has of interest." He points out that it that the company has projects waterpark industry is a good Dollywood competed with to have good roots to start is simple in nature, but no one in both the U.S. and Canada for thing. If the IAAPA show is any in the U.K. and with.” has really invested in develop- 2011. "All three days have had indication, creativity seems to in Germany Mats Wedin, president ing something this practical be- a steady flow," said Lauenstein be at an all time high. for the honor. and CEO, Liseberg Group fore. Entertainment legend and chairman of the Lise- ProSlide Technology has and Dollywood owner Dolly berg Applause Award Board to be considered one of the Parton accepted the award of Governors said, during power players in the industry for the park. “We are so hon- the presentation: “This truly and their new line of products ored to win this award,” Par- unique park shows an out- reflects that. A new Hydro- ton said. “Our success over standing level of quality, es- magnetic slide (six the last 25 years is because of pecially regarding originality persons) has already been sold the great team at Dollywood of theming in shows, rides, and a two-person Hydromag- that I lovingly call my other landscaping and attractions. netic Hornet are both new ver- family. All those folks back The friendliness of staff sions of the innovative uphill home cooking, cleaning, en- and cleanliness of the park waterslide concept that have tertaining and landscaping is extraordinary and this, garnered ProSlide numerous – I am proud of every one combined with a dedicated awards these past years. The of them.” Dollywood’s Ap- leadership honoring family Bowling Alley joins Tantrum Al- plause Award comes as the values, sets a tremendous ex- ley as four-passenger attractions park completes a successful ample to the whole industry. that use more than one feature and eventful 25th anniver- —Complied from Mack Rides enters the waterpark arena with a sale of their element to create high thrill wa- sary season. AT staff reports terslide experiences. Wild Wadi Twist 'N Splash to a waterpark in Europe. Parton said she felt the January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 35 36 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO Coaster manufacturers enjoy a good show at IAAPA Tim Baldwin Amusement Today

Commenting on the IAAPA trade show being in Orlando for ten years, "I think it's a great idea," says Tom Rebbie, presi- dent of Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters — IAAPA's longest running exhibitor. "I did more business the first day than I did the entire week of Vegas [IAAPA 2009]." While opinions varied on the decision to contract with Florida for an entire decade, vir- tually all vendors agreed with Rebbie — business was good at the trade show. Rebbie was ex- tremely pleased by the close of AT PHOTOS (BOTH PAGES)/TIM BALDWIN AND DAVID LIPNICKY the show. Rocky Mountain Construc- Left to right: is experiencing their busiest year ever with four projects for 2011; PTC's Tom Rebbie tion was a first time exhibitor.Ja - was very pleased to have the show return to Orlando and Great Coasters International is wrapping up an exciting proj- cob Kilcup of Rocky Mountain ect in China for the OCT East resort. says, "We've had a lot of people debuts the company's unique and amazing-looking project Wrapping up exhibiting at Alton Towers this past sea- in here this week. We've had a "High Five" moment where at Knight Valley in , wooden coaster suppliers is the son. In addition, when asked of very good reception." The firm's riders raised hands turn and China, the company's reputa- firm ofMartin & Vlemincx. The other 2010 projects that Intiman new "Topper Track" was clever- tilt toward each other as tracks tion for amazing twisters takes MVR booth was busy through- was proud of, Sascha Czibulka ly designed into benches picnic bank 90 degrees. Korey Kiep- on a whole new dynamic with out the show. "It has been a says, "The ride table-style for the booth. Rocky ert of The Gravity Group says this dramatic physical setting. good week," said Paul Voyer, is certainly worth mentioning, Mountain is gaining huge atten- that won't be all that people "It's built on a freakin' moun- senior project manager. The given the ride's dimensions." tion on the high-profile project will remember. "I think the ride tain," laughs GCII's Jeff Pike. High Five project gained a lot of Kings Dominion opened a 305- of the at Six in general has so many twists "It makes it the coolest freakin' attention. "Every time we men- foot tall mega coaster this past Flags Over Texas. Amusement and turns and moments when wooden coaster I've ever seen. tion it, they don't believe it is season. Today talked with engineer Alan you are racing and dueling...I It's a spectacular setting." In- possible." MVR's projects were Looking ahead, Intamin Schilke who has envisioned the think people will remember it deed. As construction works its clearly evident through several has rides lined up for the fore- reawakening of the legendary for the entire experience," says way to its conclusion, the OCT models. The OCT and Zippin seeable future. Coming off the coaster next spring. "We're not Kiepert. In addition to the Hap- East Resort is sure to be thrilled Pippin projects are partnered IAAPA award, the next trying to change what a wood py Valley project, The Gravity with the upcoming result. The with The Gravity Group, but coaster looks to headed to Eu- coaster is, we want to make ev- Group has projects designed for park is situated on a mountain- a wooden shuttle coaster was rope in 2012. However, closer ery day feel like opening day." Quassy Amusement Park in side that encompasses about 800 also displayed. Voyer explains than that are several projects He goes on to explain that the Connecticut; the re-creation of feet of elevation change. Chris that it would be a magnetically for 2011 that include a launched I-Box track is designed to re- Zippin Pippin for Bay Beach in Gray of Great Coasters says one launched coaster with a couple coaster for Busch Gardens Tam- profile a ride. The Topper Track Wisconsin; and Twister at Swe- of the challenges to the ride was of speed hills. The customer pa next spring, the first ZacSpin is intended to take care of trou- den's Gröna Lund. Each project the shipment of materials. "In could decide on the height and coaster in the U.S. at Six Flags ble spots, not re-doing an entire looks to be completely unique the beginning, we were going length and could have a wood- Magic Mountain, and a new coaster. Both approaches gar- for the firm, as well as contain- to try to ship everything over en coaster experience in what- type of impulse coaster that nered Rocky Mountain heavy ing its own challenges. Three of in six shipments. We ended up ever space the park had avail- seats 32 passengers on the sides foot traffic at their booth. the coasters debut with the new needing eight. We shipped 75 able in a simple and lower cost of the track wingrider style and The Gravity Group was Timberliner trains. Larry Bill of containers with 80 percent of situation. the end spikes curve slightly in- enjoying their biggest year yet. The Gravity Group said, "We've that being lumber. The trains On the steel coaster side of ward in somewhat of an Omega With four projects on the hori- had lots of traffic and discussion were contained in the eight things, Intamin proudly dis- fashion. Also a 40 meter Surf zon for 2011, not to mention the about 2012." shipment." Gray also adds, "We played an IAAPA award for Best Rider is headed for Saudi Ara- debut of the Timberliner trains, Also on the wooden coaster now have 32 [Millennium Flyer] New Product, which was given bia. For 2011 Intamin's projects the company is quite busy. The front is Great Coasters Inter- trains operating out there right to the company's "freefall mine for Europe center around tow- first racing coaster in China national. With the ambitious now." train coaster" they launched ers and water rides. Vekoma Rides Manufac- turing B.V. is also extremely busy for the year ahead. Coaster projects include a mine train for Isla Magica in Spain, a custom designed indoor family coaster and the first Big Air coaster for Taiwan, an indoor custom- designed motorbike coaster for Red Sun in China, a mine train and junior coaster for Rain- bow Magicland Rome, a junior coaster for ORA Theme Park in Turkey, an under wraps junior boomerang coaster for Dray- Left to right: The Drifting Car from Premier Rides allows the back of the car to slide 12 ton Manor in the U.K., and a inches each direction when taking the turns; S&S Worldwide debuted their new 4-rider Giant Inverted Boomerang in wide launched coaster vehicle and promoted their new comfortable ve- Jin Jian Park in China. Proj- 4 hicle for their Rock 'N Roll coaster. See COASTERS, page 37 January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 37 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO

Left to right: This smaller scale model of Rocky Mountain Construction's I-box track demonstrates the innovation being used on the new Texas Giant at Six Flags Over Texas; B&M displayed its Flying Coaster vehicle from SeaWorld's Manta ride; Maurer's new LED speed-driven Fire Wheel was nothing short of dazzling and the men of Zamperla were eager to share the success of the Coney Island Luna Park project, their new Air Race ride as well as new expansion plans for next year.

works. Bob Dean of Leisure Euro-Fighter to appear some- Picture a falling star as a train- ton & Barbieri were promoting COASTERS Labs, which represents Mack in where in Asia. This coaster will load of riders plunge toward a smaller double racing family Continued from page 36 the U.S. said the IAAPA show debut the four-tube track, which the ground. It's dazzling. Com- coaster. Technical Park had on was good for Mack. Since the the company says will save the ing off of the opening of a racing display a new vehicle for their ects also include an announced opening of the extremely pop- customer considerable expense coaster at Ferrari World in the compact Rock 'N Roll coaster launched coaster in Europe and ular Blue Fire LSM launched in foundation costs. UAE, Maurer Söhne has nine that was designed for total com- four earmarked coasters for the coaster at Europa Park in 2009, Zamperla enjoyed success roller coaster projects on the fort of the rider. proposed I-Drive hardcore thrill "We've had numerous inquiries, with its rebirth of Luna Park at horizon. The recently opened Kathy Archer of S&S park planned for Orlando which some are considerably smaller Coney Island. Two more coasters Abu Dhabi project was the first Worldwide, Inc. summed up would include a launched coast- than Blue Fire and some have will be added to the facility next racing coaster in the Middle the week beautifully. "There is er, looping coaster, Stingray and been considerably larger," says year. A refurbished and relo- East and the varying programs a very positive energy here," a new mega-coaster in devel- Dean. Mack's 2011 coaster proj- cated Volare flying coaster from made each circuit unpredictable says Archer. S&S featured a new opment. Other projects include ects were as yet unannounced Denver will be brought online as parallel tracks have competi- 4-wide 24 passenger coaster family coasters in Europe. at the time of the show. While in addition to a new launched tive "races" reaching 60 mph. vehicle as their new standard Also of note is Vekoma's it would appear that Mack will coaster similar to Knott's Pony Other new projects will include launched train. The launch commitment to redesigned ve- have coaster projects on most Express. Ramon Rosario states, a spinning coaster at goes from 0 to 80 mph. Three hicles for the rider's comfort. of the major continents in the "It will be themed and marketed Magic Land in Rome, plus an pneumatically launched coaster The suspended looping coaster years ahead, he did allude to a as a new age Steeplechase." Al- LSM launched X-car coaster that projects are headed for China. and junior suspended coaster large U.S. project in 2012. "We're berto Zamperla himself adds, features a non-inverting loop. A Fourth Dimension coaster is have already seen successful re- amazingly busy. We're very close "The city of New York is very A launch coaster is going into underway for China's Dinosaur sults with redesigned restraints. to being full through 2012." happy. We're doing very well in Bayern Park in Germany and Park and an El Loco model is Now a newly redesigned re- With nine coaster projects Coney Island. More people are several other Sky Loops and in the works for Fraispertuis in straint system for Arrow trains for 2011, Gerstlauer Amuse- coming to the area. We're look- spinning coasters are under- France in 2011. The long awaited with an update to comfort and ment Rides is also hard at work. ing for more area to expand." way elsewhere for the company. high-speed Nürburgring project quality is available. A four-wide Nine installations for 2011 are Alberto Zamperla esti- Maurer reports that they have opens May of 2011. It will open family launched train vehicle is in progress. For the U.S., proj- mates four or five Zamperla roller coasters commissioned in in excess of 100 mph, and then also in development. ects include two Euro-Fighters coasters to be installed world- Europe and Asia. after summer will kick it up a Premier Rides is combin- at Canobie Lake and Six Flags wide in 2011. The firm is also in- In regards to smaller coast- notch to higher speeds. ing two of their established Over Georgia. Three new cus- troducing new product to their ers, Fred Miler of E&F Miler "Orlando is the perfect set- products into a new design for tom designed (to resemble 1961 line. An Extreme 3 Inverted said early in the week he was ting for this show," Archer adds. Trans Studio Theme Park in Cadillacs) trains have been de- Coaster is a suspended looping seeing much more traffic than in "It's friendly here. It's a good Indonesia. The success of the livered to Six Flags Over Texas coaster standing at 35 meters the previous year in Vegas. Pres- habit for every November." 12-passenger trains on Kenny- for the new Texas Giant. Germa- (115 feet) in height with a lay- wood's Sky Rocket for 2010 will ny also has three projects — a out of 600 meters (1968.5 feet) be incorporated into a launched family coaster for Hansa Park, a long. The ride features three in- shuttle coaster which includes family shuttle coaster for Ruh- versions and the company has a vertical spike that Premier polding, and an undisclosed worked with on has already included on the Mr. project at Movie Park. "We are the engineering. They are also Freeze coasters in the U.S. Also particularly excited because we introducing a spinning coaster on display in the Premier Rides are introducing two new family with a 24 passenger train. Also booth was the Drifting Coaster coaster concepts," says Siegfried in the works is a vehicle. The rear of the vehicle Gerstlauer, the company's man- standing around 125 feet tall drifts 12 inches each direction aging director. "We have gone to and near 1,200 feet in length. creating a skid effect as riders a trailered design that allows for Perhaps the slickest thing speed around the corners. This a high-capacity one-train opera- to be seen on the floor was vehicle would be used on a lin- tion." An undisclosed project in from Germany's Maurer Söh- ear magnetic launched coasters Left: Siegfied Gerstlauer of Gerstlauer Amusement Rides Europe will be a 20-passenger ne. Dubbed FireWheels, these shows off one of the company's numerous versions of its with a low to the ground layout family coaster. Plopsa Coo in new coaster wheels utilize LED creating a racing sensation. Belgium will be receiving a new lights that require no batteries, popular Euro-Fighter coaster designs. Right: This model Mack Rides, which builds spinning coaster. Finally, Ger- but a special system allows bril- shows the unique High Five element that both Martin & numerous types of rides, also stlauer's largest roller coaster liant patterns to emerge as the Vlemincx and The Gravity Group are featuring on their has coaster projects in the is the still-unnamed launched coaster reaches higher speeds. joint venture in China. 38 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 IAAPA 2010 - ORLANDO Bob Rogers, Will Koch, Don Clayton, Daniel Burnham get HOF honors The International Associa- than 10 million visitors in just six what was once a small roadside ized the miniature golf business Daniel Hudson Burnham, Chi- tion of Amusement Parks and At- months. attraction and transformed it into but helped create what we now cago World’s Fair tractions (IAAPA) inducted Bob Rogers is the founder and a high-profile theme park that set know as the family entertain- As seen by the tens of mil- Rogers, Will Koch, Don Clayton, chief creative officer of BRC Imag- an attendance record with nearly ment center industry. His first lions of visitors to World Expo and Daniel Burnham into the ination Arts, based in Burbank, 1.2 million visitors in 2010. Putt-Putt Golf Course opened 2010 in Shanghai, World’s Fairs IAAPA Hall of Fame. The Hall Calif.. His firm has won hundreds Under Koch’s leadership, June 21, 1954, in Fayetteville, can have a tremendous impact of Fame honors leaders, legends, of awards while working with Holiday World added its sister N.C., with an emphasis on both on the attractions industry. This and pioneers for their significant such high-profile clients as Ford, waterpark, Splashin’ Safari, along fun and friendly competition. The year, IAAPA inducts a man who and lasting contributions to the General Motors, NASA, Univer- with several world-renowned course paid for itself in less than is credited with shaping the in- worldwide attractions industry. sal Studios, Volkswagen, and The wooden roller coasters; the latest, a month; two years later, Clayton dustry more than a century ago as The awards were presented Nov. Walt Disney Company. 2006's The Voyage, regularly tops helped open his first seven fran- overseer of the 1893 World’s Fair 16 during the Kickoff Event for One of Rogers’ signature cre- enthusiast polls as the best wood- chises, which started a Putt-Putt in Chicago. IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010 ations, 'Holavision,' debuted at en coaster in North America. craze that swept the United States Daniel Hudson Burnham, a Conference and Trade Show in World Expo 1986 in Vancouver Koch was a savvy marketer. and beyond. renowned architect and planner Orlando. as part of his 'Spirit Lodge' show He enhanced Holiday World’s Clayton founded the Profes- at the turn of the 20th century, and allowed live actors to interact family-friendly atmosphere by sional Putters Association in 1960 created the Midway Plaisance Bob Rogers, with floating images. offering free parking, sodas, and and began to host tournaments at the Chicago fair, a mile-long BRC Imagination Arts sunscreen to all guests and he in- that drew massive attention; in walkway lined with an assort- Over the sisted the park be 'open' with fans 1968 he paid out a then-record ment of amusement concessions, course of his Will Koch, and the press alike. Under Koch’s first-prize award of $100,000. live shows, rides, and the world’s 40-plus-year Holiday World leadership, Holiday World was He also founded Putt-Putt World first . Burnham’s career in the at- & Splashin’ Safari one of the first major theme parks Magazine and hosted the Putt-Putt Midway is credited with shifting tractions indus- In an era to actively embrace social media television series. the amusement industry from se- try, Bob Rog- when some through blogs and Twitter, among Clayton was also a leader date attractions based on natural ers has always family-owned other online platforms. Koch died and innovator in the business, features to more invigorating cre- created magic. amusement on June 13, 2010 at the age of 48. adding the first video game room ations that continue to dominate His first job was Rogers parks struggled William A. Koch Sr., Will’s to a Putt-Putt in 1978. He helped the industry today. The Chicago working in the to survive, Will father, is also a member of the develop the first indoor/outdoor fair Midway also was used as in- Magic Shop at Disneyland; his Koch thrived. IAAPA Hall of Fame. putting surface, wrote numerous spiration for New York’s Coney most recent accomplishment was The former best-practice articles for industry Island amusements. Burnham on a bit grander scale — oversee- owner and Koch Don Clayton, publications, and was an active died in 1912. ing the creative development of president of Putt-Putt Golf and Games member of IAAPA for many years two pavilions at World Expo 2010 Holiday World & Splashin’ Sa- As the founder of Putt-Putt, before his death in 1996. in Shanghai that dazzled more fari in Santa Claus, , took Don Clayton not only revolution-

RIDES IAAPA Attractions Expo 2010 by the numbers Continued from page 32 •25,000 people from 96 nations attended the event for him, with the improvement •A standing room-only crowd of more than 1,400 people at- of attitude and increase in atten- tended the Kickoff Event dance. •8,800 attendees participated in the 104 education programs Wisdom Industries , Ster- •520 attended in the new Social Media Symposium ling, Colo., showcased its new •1,140 companies from 33 countries exhibited at the show spinning coaster arm at the IAAPA show as well as featured •850 Expo participants attended the Opening Reception its popular truck ride, •A sellout crowd of 400 enjoyed the keynote address by Uni- one-truck Himalaya and the versal Parks and Resorts Chairman and CEO Tom Williams at the GM and Owners’ Breakfast •2,200 people enjoyed IAAPA Celebrates at The Wizarding AT PHOTOS/PAM SHERBORNE World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Len Soled, Rides-4-U, Somerville, N.J., debuted his new •150 young professionals attended a reception at Cuba Libre LED-lighted booth entrance this year at the IAAPA Expo Restaurant this year. Soled was very pleased with ride sales at this •Fundraising events held in conjunction with the Expo raised year's show. more than $73,000 for Give Kids The World, the Kissimmee, Fla., Beetle Bobs. machine was on hand and Hill resort for children with life-threatening illnesses: A.R.M., Wintersville, Ohio, displayed how it worked, in- —150 golfers and sponsors raised $58,000 in the 8th An- was continuing to see interest in cluding how loud to scream. nual IAAPA International Charity Golf Tournament the Vertigo Swing tower and the The scream activates additional —90 runners and walkers raised $2,200 in the IAAPA 5K Super Shot. The company had targets allowing passengers to Fun Run & 1K Walk a Vertigo on display at IAAPA, score more points. —10 people rode in the first IAAPA Motorcycle Run and which belonged to Myers Inter- Hill also displayed Sally’s raised $2,100 national Midways, Gibsonton, brand new dark ride technol- —Expo participants purchased raffle tickets for a Honda Fla. The Vertigo comes in two ogy, Power Blast X, where pas- Civic Hybrid to raise $11,000. John Huish from Huish Family Fun trailer-mounted models, 100 feet sengers are totally immersed in Centers was the lucky winner of the new car (30.48 meters) and 80 feet (24.38 the story and includes interac- —35 people volunteered at the village during IAAPA’s , Jackson- meters). The company also sells tive video and animatronics. Angels in Action Volunteer Day ville, Fla., showcased sev- a park model, which is 140 feet Not only are passengers capable eral of their products at the (42.67 meters). of shooting at the targets, but 2010 IAAPA Expo, including Sally Corp., Jacksonville, the targets also shoot back. runs about 8,000 square feet (743 four and six passenger seats. this one. The company also Fla., featured a variety of its In the dark ride, players square meters), but can go up to “This is completely new featured brand new tech- products in its booth this year. travel to a far-away galaxy to 20,000 square feet (1,881 square technology,” Hill said. “There is Rich Hill, Sally designer, battle marauding space pirates meters). Typically, track length video and 3D game play. We can nology such as that used showed off some of Sally’s tech- intent on stealing all the energy will be 501 feet (152 meters). customize the ride size to what- for the new Power Blast X. nology in the booth. The scream in the universe. The ride area There are 12 ride vehicles with ever is needed.” January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 39 MIDWAY www.AmusementToday.com CARNIVALS FAIRS FESTIVALS REVENUE SUPPLIERS To be supplied by Intamin Ltd. BRIEF Blackie is back State Fair of Texas adding 500-foot tower for 2011 Pam Sherborne for the 2011 Amusement Today Minn. State Fair It looks like the Rusty Fitzgerald, opera- 500-pound, eight-foot-tall tions manager, State Fair of black Angus steer con- Texas, Dallas, confirmed at structed out of fiberglass the IAAPA show in Novem- will be available, once ber that the State Fair has con- again, for the daily parades tracted with Maryland-based at the , Intamin Ltd. to construct a St. Paul. 500-foot observation tower on The steer, named Black- the fairgrounds. ie, has been an annual staple The observation tower to the parades. But thieves, will be called the Top of Texas which stole the large struc- Tower. It will hold 100 passen- ture in early August, 2010 gers as it ascends to its apex. took the attraction away from the 2010 fairgoers. Completion of the $11 million According to a news project is expected for 2012 story on www.startribune. with the anticipated opening Rusty Fitzgerald, center, com, the steer sculpture of the Summer Midway. Total construction time is about 18 director of operations/ was made and owned by special projects, State Fair St. Paul’s Norb Anderson. months. of Texas, Dallas, confirmed Blackie had been parked on “That is what we are hop- its trailer a block from his ing,” Fitzgerald said. “The to AT that the Texas fair has home. observation tower should be contracted with Intamin Anderson began mak- done by then. As far as the Ltd. for a 500-foot, $11 ing fiberglass animals in opening of the Summer Mid- million observation tower. 1972. He and his partner way, we have to have another Here, with Fitzgerald, is sold the company, which good fair first.” Sandor Kernacs, left, and was located in Sparta, Wis., The 2010 State Fair of Tex- Victor Fabbri, right, both two years ago. The news as, which ran Sept. 24-Oct. 17, with Intamin, during the report stated that Ander- was a huge success. Fair visi- son, 76, still works for the tors spent $37 million on food gust. recently held IAAPA company and “has a small and amusement rides, break- “I think it will probably show in Orlando. menagerie of fiberglass ani- ing all previous records. This be a combination of the fair AT PHOTO/GARY SLADE; mals available for rent.” total represents revenue from purchasing more rides and us RENDERING COURTESY STATE FAIR OF TEXAS The steer was found coupon sales (State Fair cur- bringing some in,” Fitzgerald north of Cambridge, Minn. rency for food and rides). The said. “We just don’t know the will reach a hight of 367 feet. 40 feet deep. Anderson was quoted 2007 fair had set the previous details yet.” Hourly capacity is estimated “We are really excited in the startribune.com story record when visitors spent But, the State Fair has at 1,300 riders. about this project,” said San- as saying: “I think some- $29,174,230. been looking for a landmark “You will be able to see dor Kernacs, Intamin Ltd. “It body just dropped it there Fair officials have been and they feel they have found a long way from the top,” will be perfect. It will be an and was glad to have it talking about a Summer it with the Top of Texas Tow- Fitzgerald said. excellent show piece for the off their truck. The fair is Midway and hopes are that er. The is 212 feet The tower will be located State Fair of Texas and for Dal- tickled to death to have it will come to fruition in 2012. high. The observation tower on the edge of the midway. las.” Fitzgerald said they hope back.” Fitzgerald said preliminary will stand almost 300 feet “The foundation will be to have a section of the tower The 2011 Minnesota plans for the Summer Midway taller and will include a $1 huge,” Fitzgerald said. “It will completed by the 2011 fair, set State Fair is set for Aug. 25- include having about 25 rides million LED lighting extrava- take about 300 concrete loads. for Sept. 30-Oct. 23, to give Sept. 5. open from May through Au- ganza. The passenger gondola It will be 60 feet-by-60 feet and fairgoers a first glimpse. 40 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 Western Fairs Association gears up for annual convention Pam Sherborne pational Safety and Health has Amusement Today proposed new fees for por- EXHIBITORS table ride inspections. He said As the more than 1,200 these new fees are expected to Western Fairs Association fair CEOs, directors, staff and be implemented in 2011. These 2010 Trade Show fair-related professionals from changes include increasing the Reno, Nev. the western U.S. and Canada existing hourly fee from $125 Exhibiting Companies descend upon Reno, Nev., this to $195 per hour. In addition, a • month for the Western Fairs flat fee of $25 to $1,475 per ride A Walk On The Wild Side Association Convention and will be accessed depending on Admit One Products Trade Show, there will be many the ride classification. All Star Mechanical Bulls concerns on their minds. pectations “He toured 11 of Califor- Time spent inspecting has All-Alaskan Event Ent. But hopefully attendees were high. nia’s fairs,” Wright said. “That also increased. Alley Cats Music, Inc. will also find some help and “We have series will air in the spring.” “Since 2008, the inspectors Allied Specialty Insurance empathy and share in suc- about 140 The WFA will offer a wide are now required to do a com- Atlas Robotics cesses while viewing enter- booths repre- array of receptions, meet and plete audit of the ride which Balloonacy tainment, attending education senting enter- greets, as well as education is requiring a tremendous Becky's Creations sessions, and visiting with ser- tainers to tick- sessions such as panels of ex- amount of paperwork and is Berk Concession Supply vice companies and suppliers et companies Wright perts discussing points of suc- increasing the time it takes CFSA at the trade show. The event is to flag compa- cessful fair operations. them to do an inspection two Cody Beebe and The set for Jan. 16-19 at the Grand nies,” Wright said. “The theme And, yes, there will be to three times,” Mason said. Crooks Sierra Resort. for the convention is ‘Connect’ concerns discussed among in- “Then, there also will be an CNE Creations Carrie Wright, marketing which is what we want to do. dustry members. increase in workman’s comp. Dr. Solar's Medicine Show director for the WFA, said, in We want to connect our fair Some of those will be on It is expected to increase 27 Equity Commerce early December, registration members with our service the carnival side. Harry Ma- percent. This increase is not Etix was up and running, and ex- members.” son, Brass Ring Amusements just for carnivals, but also for Ticketing Wright said they plan to Midway of Fun, Oroville, all California businesses. But, Gist Silversmiths celebrate the 200th anniver- Calif., and the carnival divi- with the inspection fees and Great American Animal Ent. sary of fairs, the first, she said, sion representative for WFA, the increase in workman’s Haas & Wilkerson Insur- being held in 1811. said there are comp, I can expect to pay out ance “We want to bring out some regula- another $100,000 in fees next Harmony Artists what fairs have done over tory issues in year. Where is that money go- Hot Rods Band these years,” she said. California that ing to come from?” Kaleido-Tainment Wright also said they were have the car- Mason said the WFA has Ken McMeans Presents excited about having Huell nivals in that been very helpful in lobbying Kids Pedal Tractor Pulls Howser as the keynote speak- state wonder- for the industry in California. Kitchen Craft er during the WFA January ing how they Mason “Being a member of the Banner USA event. 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Great weather and great support from partners attrib- uted to the record-setting at- tendance reached at the 2010 State Fair of Louisiana, Shreve- port. The fair, which ran Oct. 21- Nov. 7, drew 450,630 people. “We had our best year ever,” said Chris Giordano, fair president and general manager. “The fair broke all records with the largest atten- dance, largest gate and largest carnival gross. We were up 10 percent overall over last year’s figures.” Lowery Carnival Co., Gulf Shores, Ala., provided the midway with approximately 60 rides along with 2,196 feet (669.34 meters) of food and games. New rides for the fair included the Vertigo, by A.R.M., and a Fabbri Eclipse. Giordano said they have contracted with Lowery for the 2011 fair. “We don’t do a multi-year contract,” he said. “If every- thing goes well, we contract for another year. Lowery brought us our largest carnival gross this year.” New attractions included: World Championship Black- smiths Competition; Dock- Dogs; The Green Planet Science Show; Amazing Marlo Magic Show; Fresh Kidz Breakdanc- ers, Rock-it Robot, and a spe- cial Hispanic Heritage Day named “A Taste of Mexico.” Giordano said the econo- my in his area of the country has improved with several new businesses opening. “The gas industry has got- ten big down there and so has the movie production busi- ness,” he said. “In the last few years, we’ve had 10 to 12 mov- ies film out here.” —Pam Sherborne 42 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 Seen in Orlando! Photos, by AT's David Lipnicky, were taken at the Outdoor Amusement Business Association's reception and a reception hosted by owners of Fun Spot U.S.A., Kissimmee, Fla., and Rides-4-U, Somerville, N.J.

The OABA reception during the IAAPA reception is always a good This threesome posed for the AT camera at the OABA reception. From This group gathered together to catch up on industry news and have a time for industry members to stay in touch. Here, doing just that, are left, are David Norton, Norton Auctioneers of Michigan Inc., Coldwa- good time at the OABA reception. From left, are Lorelei Schoendienst, Lu- from left, Ron and Beverly Burback, Funtastic Shows, Portland, Ore., ter, Mich.; Tim O’Brien, Ripley’s Believe It or Not; and Steve Burns, ehrs’ Ideal Rides, Belleville, Ill., and OABA director; Mary Chris Piche, Allied and Jay Strates, Strates Shows, Orlando, Fla., and OABA director. Norton Auctioneers of Michigan. Insurance Co.; Andy Schoendienest, Luehrs’ Ideal Rides; Alex Johnson, wife of OABA President Bob Johnson; and Jean Clair, Luehrs’ Ideal Rides and OABA trustee.

Steve VanderVorste, right, independent ride operator, takes a break It was a family affair for, from left, Dave, Debby and Jason Helm, Helm Having a great time together are, from left, Connie Featherston, with his family and colleagues. From left are his son, Brian Vander- & Sons Amusements, Colton, Calif., at the OABA reception. Goldstar Amusements, Minneapolis, Minn.; Donnie Massie, Alpine Vorste; his wife, Pat VanderVorste; daughter Stephanie VanderVor- Amusements, Naperville, Ill.; Mike Featherston, Goldstar Amuse- ste; Guy McDaniel, and Mark Hernandez. ments; Mary Johnson, Fantasy Amusements Co., Arlington Heights, Ill.; and Michael Wood, independent ride owner and OABA board member.

Michael Lauther, left, and Zack Royal, both of Reithoffer Shows, Gib- John and Lois Arie, left, owners, Fun Spot U.S.A., Kissimmee, Fla., and Tim Casper, left, PBJ Happee Days Shows, Marion, Ark., and Gary sonton, Fla., enjoy the OABA reception. Lauther is an OABA direc- partners Nancy Buckley and Len Soled, Rides 4-U, Somerville, N.J., Otterbacher, Lifetime Bunkhouses, spend time socializing during a tor. hosted a reception during the IAAPA expo in Orlando last November. reception hosted by Fun Spot U.S.A., Kissimmee, Fla., and Rides-4-U, The reception took place at Fun Spot U.S.A. Here, they took some Somerville, N.J., during the IAAPA expo last November. time to pose for the AT camera.

Gene Chaffee, left, and Kim Ross, Wade Shows, Livonia, Mich., and Seen at the OABA reception were, from left, Tammie Renfro, Redbone Posing for the AT camera at the OABA reception are, from left, Bill Ivan Arnold, Arnold Amusements, Traverse City, Mich., and in charge Products, Pacific, Mo.; Jeanne McDonagh, McDonagh Amusements, Johnson, Fantasy Amusement Co., Arlington Heights, Ill., and incom- of the International Independent Showmen’s association annual Chesaning, Mich.; Dan Kroeger, Gold Medal Products Inc., Cincinnati, ing OABA chair; Sam Johnston, second vice president, Showmen’s tradeshow, Gibsonston, Fla., are seen here at the reception hosted Ill., and OABA treasurer; Debbie Powers, Powers Great American Mid- League of America; Sue Nichols, AT Sales; Bob Johnson, OABA presi- by Fun Spot U.S.A., Kissimmee, Fla., and Rides-4-U, Somerville, N.J., ways, Corfu, N.Y.; and Joe Zumsteg, Classic Toy Co., Cleveland, Ohio. dent; and Joe Burum, executive secretary, SLA. during the IAAPA expo last November. January 2011 AMUSEMENT TODAY 43 State/regional fair meetings for Jan. & Feb. 2011 JANUARY 2011 ciation of Fairs Annual Con- Jan. 13-15: Michigan Asso- Jan. 19-22: Pennsylvania Inn, Columbia, Missouri Jan. 5-7: South Carolina vention, The Homestead, Hot ciation of Fairs & Exhibitions State Association of County January 29: Utah Associa- Association of Fairs and North Springs, Virginia. Annual Convention, Amway Fairs Annual Convention, tion of Fairs & Events Annual Carolina Association of Agri- Jan. 7-9: Indiana Asso- Grand Plaza Hotel & DeVos Hershey Lodge & Convention Meeting, Utah State Fairpark, cultural Fairs Combined an- ciation of Fairs, Festivals and Place, Grand Rapids, Michi- Center, Hershey, Pennsylva- Salt Lake City, Utah. nual Convention, Sheration Events Annual Convention, gan. nia. FEBRUARY 2011 Myrtle Beach Convention Indianapolis Marriott East, In- Jan. 14 & 15: West Virginia Jan. 20-22: Georgia Asso- Feb. 3-6: Louisiana Asso- Center, Myrtle Beach, South dianapolis, Indiana. Association of Fairs & Festi- ciation of Agricultural Fairs & ciation of Fairs & Festivals An- Carolina. Jan. 7-9: Kansas Fairs As- vals Annual Convention. Expositions Annual Conven- nual Convention. Jan. 6-9: Ohio Fair Man- sociation Annual Convention, Jan. 14-16: Minnesota Fed- tion, Atlanta Airport Marriott February 5: Vermont/New agers Association Annual Topeka, Kansas. eration of County Fairs Annu- Hotel, Atlanta, Georgia. Hampshire Agricultural Fairs Convention, Hyatt Regency Jan. 8 & 9: Manitoba Asso- al Convention, Sheraton Hotel, Jan. 20-22: Tennessee As- Association Annual Meeting, Hotel/Crowne Plaza Hotel, ciation of Ag Societies Annual Bloomington, Minnesota. sociation of Fairs Annual Con- Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee, Columbus, Ohio. Convention. Jan. 14-17: New York State vention, Nashville Airport Vermont. Jan. 6-9: Oregon Fairs As- Jan. 9-12: Wisconsin As- Association of Agricultural Marriott, Nashville, Tennes- Feb. 7-9: NICA/Fare sociation Annual Convention, sociation of Fairs Annual Con- Fairs Annual Convention, see. Foods Food Show & Business Salem Conference Center, Sa- vention, Chula Vista Resort, Rochester Riverside Conven- Jan. 21-23: Nebraska As- Expo, Embassy Suites Tampa, lem, Oregon. Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. tion Center, Rochester, New sociation of Fair Managers Tampa, Florida. Jan 6-9: Texas Association Jan. 12-15: Kentucky As- York. Annual Convention, Ramada Feb. 17-19: Ontario Asso- of Fairs Annual Convention, sociation of Fairs and Horse Jan. 16-19: Western Fairs Inn, Kearney, Nebraska. ciation of Agricultural Societ- Renaissance Austin Hotel, Shows Annual Convention, Association Annual Conven- Jan. 27-30: Missouri Asso- ies Annual Convention, Royal Austin, Texas. Galt House Hotel and Suites, tion and Trade Show, Grand ciation of Fairs and Festivals York Hotel, Toronto, Ontario. Jan. 7 & 8: Virginia Asso- Louisville, Kentucky. Sierra Resport, Reno, Nevada. Annual Convention, Holiday 44 AMUSEMENT TODAY January 2011 MIDWAY Carnival owners make purchases MARKET PLACE from Rides-4-U at IAAPA Expo Bates Brothers Amusements, Winters- making purchases at the IAAPA show. ville, Ohio, walked away from the Interna- Drew Exposition, Augusta, Ga., also tional Association of Amusement Parks and made a purchase, said Soled. That carnival Attractions (IAAPA) Expo last November in purchased a KMG X-Factory. Delivery is ex- Orlando with an SBF Flying Dragoon ride. pected September 2011. The ride, brokered through Len Soled, “This ride has a 700 person per hour ca- Rides-4-U, Somerville, N.J., was delivered to pacity,” said Robby Tucker, KMG represen- the Bates Brothers lot the week of Thanks- tative. “It is carried on one single trailer.” giving said Brad Dallman, who operates Majestic Midways, York, Pa., purchased one of Bates Brothers’ two units with his an LED lighting package from Soled for the wife Michelle Bates Dallman. She is carnival carnival’s Chance Century Wheel. The carni- owner Eric Bates’ daughter. val is also looking at an SBF Chopper Train. “We purchased the ride at the show,” “We aren’t really looking for anything Dallman said. “My wife has always wanted else at this time,” said the company’s Scott a kiddie boat ride so her dad bought it.” Inners. “We are in the process of expand- And, Dallman said, the Flying Dragoon ing and modifying our paint department ride is just one of those rides that fits just to bring us up to EPA (U.S. Environmental about anywhere on the midway. Protection Agency) standards. Once we are Frederiksen“We also 1/7x3have anb/w Eli 3/14/02Bridge kiddie 11:22 FerAM - Pagefinished, 1 we are told, we will have one of the ris Wheel,” Dallman said. “Those two rides largest compliant paint booths on this side are great filler rides. They fit anywhere.” of the Mississippi.” Bates Brothers wasn’t the only carnival —Pam Sherborne

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