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February 2015 | Vol. 18 • Issue 11 www.amusementtoday.com NJAA East Coast Gift & Variety Show returns to Atlantic City STORY: Dean Lamanna Director Kimberle Samarelli. toward the amusement end,” said, noting that registrations [email protected] “But this year, that’s now a said Samarelli, who believes for the 2015 meeting will be part of history, because every- the trend can be a stabilizing ongoing until the start of the ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — body’s rebuilding and grow- one for the city and its fabled event. “We’re looking at an- Marking the 20th anniversary ing. We’ve regained our foot- boardwalk. “So for us, it’s all other year of strong atten- of its annual trade event, the ing in New Jersey.” positive.” dance.” New Jersey Amusement As- In fact, the 2015 trade Having organized and In addition to offering sociation (NJAA) will bring show is bringing needed rev- an uncertain future. overseen the East Coast Gift close-to-home buying and its East Coast Gift & Variety enue and positive attention to Samarelli pointed out that & Variety Show for a decade, business opportunities, the Show back to the Golden its host city, and it also may the new owner of the spec- Samarelli describes it as a trade show was established to Nugget resort and casino in be carrying some symbolic tacular, $2.4 billion beach- “very busy buying show” provide direct interaction and this seaside city for two days weight. While the amusement front Revel resort, which had that draws participants from networking with suppliers of exhibition and buying, Feb. industry in the Garden State slipped into bankruptcy last all along the Eastern Seaboard specializing in plush, novel- 18-19. has sprung back, the gaming year after a long-troubled and especially the Northeast, ties, licensed toys, gifts, rides, “The last couple shows industry in Atlantic City itself construction and financial including the New York and games, insurance, uniforms, were emotional ones, with — which largely escaped San- history, plans to rebrand the Philadelphia metro areas, as staffing, ticketing, food and the aftermath of Superstorm dy’s wrath two years ago — property and has proposed to well as New Jersey. much more. Sandy and the ongoing recov- has taken a huge economic hit build a $108 million indoor/ “This is the trade show Attendees converging on ery, and there was a real need as several large casino-resort outdoor water park there. that keeps everyone con- the Golden Nugget’s Grand for connection within our in- properties have closed and/ “Atlantic City is shifting nected within our industry Ballroom include amusement dustry,” said NJAA Executive or been resold and others face away from gaming and more within the tri-state area,” she 4See NJAA, page 4 IISA members hoping for a great Trade Show and Extravaganza IISF event expected to be a success of business from anywhere. The association also holds In addition, when the an annual Christmas party for STORY: Pam Sherborne “It really gets harder,” she U.S. economy tanked in 2008, local handicapped children. [email protected] said, with a laugh. businesses began limiting the “This past year we had The IISF is the fund-rais- number of travel dates and about 350 children here for GIBSONTON, Fla. — Te- ing arm of the International sending fewer representatives that,” Wynn said. resa Rimes, secretary, Inter- Independent Showmen’s Hopes are that attendance to trade shows. That has slow- Successful annual fund- national Independent Show- Association (IISA). It is the will increase this year but that ly increased over the years. raising events include the Big men’s Foundation (IISF), was arm that puts together many hasn’t been the case over the Another challenge the Top Circus, held this year Jan. deep into scheduling for the events including the Trade last several years. The num- IISA has faced is the shorter 10, and the Bike Fest, held Jan. upcoming IISF Trade Show Show and Extravaganza. ber of attendees at last year’s off-season for outdoor amuse- 15-18. New for the Bike Fest and Extravaganza, set for But all staff and members event was 10,554, slightly ment business owners and op- event this year was the Ives Feb. 3-7, when Amusement of the club work together. Ele- down from 2013’s total of erators, giving the club about Brothers Thrill Show featur- Today contacted her early last na Wynn, IISA secretary, said 10,641. four to five months to plan ing The Wall of Death and month. it is a very busy time for the Rimes said, after last events and hold fund raisers. motorcycle stunt show. “We have so many edu- association. year’s trade show, the associa- Events on the club grounds Rimes said rentals on the cational sessions and work- There were no registration is very well aware that at- in Gibsonton increase the as- grounds for weddings, special shops, it is difficult schedul- tion numbers available for tendance has decreased over sociation’s coffers whether it parties and corporate events ing a time for them all,” Rimes release early in January. It is the years. There have been is designated for the Ameri- have been “beyond success- said. traditional for many to make factors attributed to this, said can Carnival Museum, on the ful.” Rimes, who has been with last minute plans to join their Rimes. One is the effect of club grounds, updates to the And, even though atten- the IISF for 15 years, said it fellow outdoor amusement in- technological advances that grounds, paying staff or des- dance numbers have dropped never gets any easier either. dustry colleagues at the event. has made it easier to take care tined for various charities. 4See IISF, page 6 Dated material. material. Dated SUBSCRIBE TODAY! NEWSPAPER

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EDITORIAL: Gary Slade, [email protected] CARTOON: Bubba Flint Terrorist actions will not silence the media Many of us at Amusement Today have decades-long ties to publishing, and we have embraced the responsibilities and freedom of speech it affords. We, along with the rest of world, were shocked by the Jan. 7 terrorist killings of 10 staff members and contributors — including Slade editors, writers and illustrators — at the Paris- based satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo, plus two policemen. It was a particularly horrific and sad day for France and for our industry. But even as the global media community reeled, it also rallied. In the immediate aftermath of the tragedy, newspapers and other publications in the U.S. and elsewhere ran bold editorial cartoons reasserting that the journalist’s pen is stronger than any radical’s tools of terror. Throughout history, journalism and free speech have survived political pressure and persistent, sometimes violent at- tempts at censorship, as well as periods of economic instabil- ity, changing technology and evolving methods of information EDITORIAL: Andrew Mellor, [email protected] conveyance. The old-fashioned print newspaper itself, though taking a beating in recent years amid the digital revolution, is Celebrating significant milestones strong-willed — and it continues to inform, offer opinion and As we move towards the Mack family, of course, and the Mack’s manu- entertain. As it should. start of another summer sea- facturing company, Mack Rides. As it must. son, this time of year (it’s early It was a fascinating visit and gave me a If this long-enjoyed freedom is ever taken away, what’s January at the time of writing) wonderful first-hand insight into the work- next? Our freedom to attend a sporting event, enjoy any is often one that allows us a ings of a major European park. I’ve been movie of our choosing at the local theater or take the family little time to reflect on things back a few times since then and I am always to an amusement park? and to look forward to what impressed by the high quality of everything We, as an industry, a nation and a civilization, must stand Mellor the new year might bring. the park has to offer, the fantastic theming up to any and all threats to our freedoms with the intent to As far as the amusement and decoration and the excellent array of fight and — the same way a boxer aims to knock out his win and theme park industry is concerned, nota- rides and attractions available. So I want to opponent in the first round. Party politicking and diplomatic bly in the U.S. and Europe, one thing that we be one of the first to congratulate the Mack hand-wringing aside, our common goal should be to flush out will certainly see are more special milestones family on the 40th anniversary of their park. and eliminate terrorist threats by hitting hard and fast. being reached as parks that were founded Again at the time of writing, many parks Meanwhile, newspapers and other forms of media will maybe 25, 30 and even 40 years ago mark are also bringing to a close their winter open- continue to deliver news, to investigate and report, and to these significant anniversaries. We’ve seen ing periods which have provided a welcome opine in words, images and illustrations — supplying insight and alternate viewpoints. This includes the often thought-pro- quite a few in the past decade or so and opportunity for some additional business. voking and sometimes daringly provocative work of editorial more are on the way. Christmas opening, which for some starts in cartoonists. One of particular note will be the 40th late November and runs into January, has The spirited remaining staff of Charlie Hebdo is doing the anniversary of Europa-Park in Germany, one proved a boon for many and Europa-Park right, fearless thing by keeping to its press schedule. It’s what of Europe’s leading theme park venues and itself has been a leader in this area too. Done newspapers do: plan, assign, put ink on paper and then distrib- indeed a world leader in the industry in so well, it can add significant numbers to a ute — on time. In fact, the publication has increased its press run many different ways. I first visited Europa- park’s annual visitor figures. from sixty-eight thousand copies to three million. None were left Park in the mid-1980s, around 10 years after So here’s to all those parks around the on newsstands. it had opened, when as a young writer I went world that will celebrate a major anniversary God bless the journalist’s pen. Long may it live. to do articles on the park itself, owned by the in 2015. Long may they continue to thrive!

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February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 3 THIS MONTH MINUTE IN HISTORY Presented by the National Rollercoaster Museum 2 DRILL COMPILED: Richard Munch COMPILED: Janice Witherow Kimberle Samarelli, New Jersey Amusement Association •1906: Billboard Magazine published an article in early February about the Figure 8 roller coaster under construction at White City, When it comes to the in Rosen Heights, Texas. The new park was financed by Sam Rosen Jersey Shore, Kimberle who had immigrated from Russia, and by 1901 was investing in real Samarelli has a passion estate in North Fort Worth, creating the subdivision called Rosen that is almost unmatched. Heights. He attracted home buyers with street car service and later, Growing up working at the small amusement park venture at the end of the street car line. various “shore” attrac- As promoted, all the buildings in White City were painted white, and tions with her family, the park included an artificial lake, amusement rides, a theater, boats Kimberle is a 4th genera- and electric lights. It opened in April 1906, but its existence would tion amusement industry be short lived. On July 13, 1908, it was partially destroyed by fire, veteran who is now the suspected to be arson. Executive Director for the New Jersey Amusement •1942: Work began on grading for the new roller coaster at Treasure Association. Kimberle Island, Port Arthur, Texas in late February. The park had originally worked tirelessly to aid opened in 1897 with a pier, dance hall and other attractions. Phila- the recovery efforts of the delphia Toboggan Company’s builder Frank Hoover and designer New Jersey Shore follow- Herbert Schmeck would arrive on site in mid-March to supervise ing the devastation of Su- the ground layout for the $60,000 roller coaster. The new Comet, perstorm Sandy in 2012… a twister design, opened in June, and would operate at Treasure no doubt a life-changing Island (connected to the City of Port Arthur by drawbridge) until event for her both profes- damaged by Hurricane Audrey on June 27, 1957. It would be the sionally and personally. only roller coaster to open in the United States in 1942, and one of Kimberle’s “never quit” only a handful to open during World War II. attitude and zest for life Samarelli with friend and NJAA supporter Chris Christie, have helped make her the governor of New Jersey. •1955: Walter T. Barney, 59, president of the Mission Beach Coast- success she is today. er Company, was killed in a February 2 fire under the Giant Dipper, in Mission Beach, San Diego, California. Firemen, fighting the fire The worst movie I have ever sat Title that had started in the coaster’s motor room, discovered his body in through would have to be … a passageway. Barney, who had managed the ride since 1948, may Executive Director. Star Wars! have been trapped in an attempt to extinguish the flames before crews arrived. The fire damaged the station, sections of track and Number of years in the Ten years ago, I was … several coaster cars. industry Giving birth to my son James Jr. Fourth generation … all •1963: The Texas State Fair Board approved a study in early Feb- my life! I can’t stand being around people who ruary, to build a restaurant on a tower, at the fairgrounds, in Dal- … las, Texas, similar to the Space Needle design for the 1962 Seattle Best thing about the Are negative. World’s Fair. The proposed project would consist of a 560 foot high industry Samarelli tower, with a revolving restaurant at the top. The fair president, Rob- Smiles, laughter and fun. Favorite form of exercise ert Thornton, predicted the tower, which would have been the tall- Tennis and golf. est building in Dallas, would double the fair’s attendance and profit. Favorite amusement ride The $3.5 million project was never built, although in June 2013, the Any carousel. I wish I was better at … 500 foot tall Intamin-built, Top ’O Texas Tower opened at the State Listening. Fair of Texas as the world’s tallest observation tower. It’s price tag If I wasn’t working in the amusement was $12 million and it can accommodate over 1,200 passengers per industry, I would be … The longest I have ever gone without hour. Teaching college. sleep is … Two days! •1992: Final testing on the new Fiesta Texas roller coaster in San Biggest challenge facing our industry Antonio, Texas, began in late February. The Rattler, designed by The economy. My last birthday … John Pierce, formerly of William L. Cobb Associates, for the Roller It was not the best day, but looking back Coaster Corporation of America, would include the tallest drop on The thing I like most about I would not change a thing as I was able a wooden coaster, at 166 feet above grade. Built on the side of the amusement/water park season is … to spend the whole day with my dad. property’s quarry wall, the ride opened with the new park on March Hot weather and making family memo- 14, and would go through several design changes until closing in 2012. It was remodeled with a steel track and reopened in 2013 as ries. My most prized possession is … Iron Rattler. My family … all of them. My first car was … —Compiled by Richard Munch, NRCMA historian A green Honda Accord. Favorite fast food Hot French fries. A recent life-changing moment for me was … The last thing I “Googled” was … P.O. 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NJAA NJAA 2015 East Coast training will be available the Continued from page 1 Gift & Variety Show same week as the trade show Golden Nugget via the Seventh Annual East owners, partners, manag- Atlantic City, N.J. Coast / Mid-Atlantic Region- ers and buyers, plus work- • alized NAARSO Outreach ers who staff arcades, games, Exhibit Dates & Times Safety School, Feb. 17-19. concessions and food outlets Feb. 18, 2015 / 11 a.m.-7 p.m. For Samarelli, the East at amusement parks. Vendors Feb. 19, 2015 / 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Coast Variety & Gift Show is are encouraged to promote • the most intimate industry the event to their customers. For more Information event of the year. (732) 240-0000 Among several functions “People are always look- [email protected] scheduled over the duration ing forward to the new and of the show will be NJAA’s innovative, and it’s like a big 25th Annual Scholarship “It’s a great opportunity family reunion,” she said. Awards Party, set for Wednes- to join NJAA members and “We all get to share ideas and day, Feb. 18. Up to $5,000 in our board of directors to un- what we’re doing in differ- Atlantic City’s Golden Nugget resort and casino will host the scholarships will be awarded wind and participate in a ent areas of the business, and 20th Annual NJAA East Coast Gift & Variety Show Feb. 18- to college students who are great social event,” Samarelli to see how we might apply 19. Dozens of exhibitors bring their products to the event, continuing their education said. “This year, for the first those things to our own ev- which also presents valuable networking and NAARSO cer- and to incoming freshmen at time, the cocktail party will eryday operations.” tification training opportunities. COURTESY ATLANTIC CITY CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU (TOP), NJAA accredited colleges and uni- actually be held on the trade NJAA is a proactive or- versities. show floor during show ganization that identifies and The NJAA Scholarship hours. Attendees will be able addresses member concerns Fund was established in 1988 to conduct business and so- while working for the safety, by a committee chaired by cialize at the same time and in health and overall economic Seaside Heights-based NJAA one place.” betterment of the amusement board member Ken Wynne as Key seminars this year industry. Visit the NJAA web- a separate, non-profit corpo- include the Annual Ride site for a complete East Coast ration benefiting those work- Regulations Update, the Le- Variety & Gift Show schedule ing in the industry. Monies for galized Games of Chance Up- and additional information, the fund are raised through date and the Department of including hotel reservations two yearly raffles and the Community Affairs Seminar. and NAARSO certification Scholarship Kick-off Cocktail For those needing to renew training registration and Party, which is held each year their National Association of prices. during the East Coast Gift & Amusement Ride Safety Offi- •njamusements.com Variety Show. cials (NAARSO) certification, February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 5 6 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015 IISF Co., Maxtron MSL, and Wa- D.C. Information on labor is- Continued from page 1 terloo Tent and Awning. sues also will be presented. Activities scheduled for That evening the Jamboree to over the years, IISF organiz- the IISF Trade Show and Ex- benefit the Museum Building ers feel the Trade Show and travaganza actually begin Fund, is set for 6-8 p.m., in Extravaganza is a successful on Sunday, Feb. 1, with the IISA club rooms. A steak din- event. Rimes said after last’s Super Bowl Party and Trade ner is available. year show, she hoped the in- Show Kick-Off. •Thursday, Feb. 5, OABA dustry will continue to sup- Then, on Monday, Feb. 2, Social, followed by the IISA port them and the trade show. is the 6th Annual Big Hearted Annual Banquet and Ball, A list of exhibitors for the Jerry’s Memorial Golf Tourna- Hall of Fame Inductee Cer- 2015 show looks like that is ment, to be held on the Sum- emony, and Awards Presenta- continuing. The list includes merfield Golf Course. There tion, beginning at 6:30 p.m., companies from insurance will be a 12 noon shotgun with the reception and dinner companies like Allied Special- start. to be served at 7:30 p.m. This ty Insurance to ride suppliers The Trade Show opens at event will be held at the club’s and manufacturers such as 11 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m., Carousel Pavilion. Rides 4-U, Ital International Tuesday, Feb. 3. Trade show Association members vot- LLC, Battech Entertainment hours and days for the re- ed to hold a large event this Bob’s Space Racers is a mainstay at the IISF Trade Show LLC, Wisdom Manufacturing, mainder of the week are 11 year on Friday, Feb. 6. This and Extravaganza, set for Feb. 3-7, on the IISA grounds, Eli Bridge Co., Zamperla and a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. event, called Casino Night, Gibsonton, Fla. AT/PAM SHERBORNE Owens Trailers. 4, through Saturday, Feb. 7. will be a fund raiser for the There are trailer and cart Other events include: American Carnival Museum. be held later in the day. the showgrounds during this manufacturers on the list as •Tuesday, Feb. 3, IISA “I believe this will be an Along with these events, week. well, such as Midway Stain- Cocktail Party, 6:30-8 p.m., in evening event, but right now there will be an array of pre- The Installation of Offi- less Fabrication, Waymatic meeting rooms on IISA club I don’t know the times or the sentations and educational cers for the IISA takes place af- Inc., Show Me Manufacturing grounds. locations,” Rimes said. “We sessions, most to be held at ter the conclusion of the Trade and Hitch-Hiker Manufactur- •Wed., Feb. 4, OABA hope this will be a good event the Carousel Pavilion. These Show and Extravaganza. That ing, Inc. (Outdoor Amusement Busi- for us.” will include audio and visual meeting is set for 7 p.m., Tues- Also on the list are Anchor ness Association) Reception, Saturday, Feb. 7, will bring presentations, handouts, and day, Feb. 10, at the clubhouse. Industries Inc., Berk Conces- 3:30-6 p.m., includes presen- the Showmen’s Shrine Annual round-table discussions all fo- During that meeting, Wil- sion Supply, Bob’s Space Rac- tations on how the OABA is Meeting, set for 10 a.m., at the cused on aspects of the carni- bur Cooke, W.C. Concessions, ers Inc., Firestone Financial using funds given by different Carousel Pavilion. The Cem- val business. the 2014-2015 IISA president Corp., Toy Factory LLC, Den- corporations to enhance and etery Association will hold a A schedule of these ac- will pass the gavel to incom- ny’s Electronics, Gold Medal lobby for the outdoor amuse- Memorial Service at 12 noon, tivities will be available for ing IISA President Richard Products Co., National Ticket ment industry in Washington, and committee drawings will attendees as they arrive on George, George’s Fun Foods.

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ORLANDO, Fla. — At- hibited its line of electronic indoors or outdoors. tendees at the 2014 IAAPA and mechanical lockers on the Expo, held Nov. 18-21, at the trade show floor. Berk Concession Supply, Orange County Convention American Locker’s Peter Warren, Ohio Center in Orlando, Fla., didn’t Collins said locker rental is Berk Concession Supply, have to look very hard for a great source for generating with its full line of souvenir new ideas of generating addi- extra income for type or size cups, provides a great way for tional income at their facilities. venue. a facility to generate addition- Whether it be from souvenir “This show has been very al revenue. cups and buckets, and games, good for us,” Collins said. “We The company exhibited its or attractions such as zip lines, are producing some very good new line of cups last Novem- rope courses and climbing business for the company.” ber including its new Big Tex walls, exhibitors were on hand Yarders, which debuted at the to give attendees any informa- Archery Tag, 2014 State Fair of Texas, Dal- tion they needed. Waterloo, Ind. las. The following is a sam- Archery Tag, a division of The company also dis- pling of some of those compa- Global Archery Products, was played its new popcorn buck- nies on hand last November. exhibiting its archery games ets, the new Bikini Yarders, last November, Archery Tag and its new ice cream base- American Locker and S.A.F.E. Archery. Both ball caps as well as its array of Security Systems, games offer the opportunity other products such as Handle Coppell, Texas for participants to try out ar- Yarders and Mr. Corn Cob Jr. American Locker, a pro- chery skills. Corn Cob Cups. vider of RFID, self-service The S.A.F.E. Archery kiosk, and mechanical lock- game, using the Hoverball Bob’s Space Racers, Global Archery Products exhibited its Hoverball Archery Tar- ing solutions for lockers, ex- Archery Target, can be used Daytona Beach, Fla. get as sampled by this show attendee. With a large display of new products as well as the exhibited its Hands of Wax There was a constant line tried and true, Bob’s Space equipment last November. at the booth of trade show at- Racers’ booth was very busy Company representative tendees waiting to have their at the 2014 IAAPA Expo. Marty Brundage described hands formed in wax, then According to Ron Ma- the product as being around dipping them into colors. linowski, part of Bob’s Space for a while, but, “sometimes Coogar also makes can- Racers sales and manage- you just have to show people dles but was only exhibiting ment team, new products on what you can do.” 4See REVENUE, page 11 the floor for the company included the Gear It Up, a new redemption game soon to be in production. The game is bright and colorfully lighted. Another was a new group family entertainment center water game that doesn’t require an attendant. “This is getting a lot of American Locker Security Systems exhibited the company’s attention,” Malinowski said. line of electronic and mechanical lockers at the annual Expo. “We are showing our five- ALL PHOTOS AT/PAM SHERBORNE chair game here, but it can go up to 14 stations.” The new Jumpin’ Mon- key’s game, which is being geared toward amusement parks, also was on display. Malinowski said they have just started to test this game. Alongside the new games were Bob Space Racers’ popular tried and true such as its large truck mounted water race game, and its arcade version of Stinky Feet. “We have had a very good show,” Malinowski said, on the final day of the Expo. Steve Dobson, Dobco Enterprises, exhibited his new mid- Coogar Products, way ring toss game called Ring-A-Duck at the 2014 IAAPA Andover, N.Y. Expo. Also in his booth were his tried and true Wacky Wire This is a small sampling of the products Berk Concession Coogar Products LLC and Rail Runner games. Supply exhibited at the Expo. February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 11 REVENUE turous activities such as zip Continued from page 10 lining, rope climbing and wall climbing. the wax hands. The High Action Adven- ture can be scaled and custom- Dobco Enterprises Limited, ized to fit any needs. Erin, Ont., Canada The attractions can be Steve Dobson, Dobco En- themed. terprises, exhibited his new Ring-A-Duck midway game. Gloworks Imports Inc., War- Geared toward the youngest ren, Mich. players in mind, he pointed to Gloworks exhibited an ar- a little girl playing the game at ray of light up toys during the the show. Expo including its new prod- “See, they can do almost ucts such as the light up fuzzy anything with it,” he said, hats and new large square hat. as the little girl played with Company representative the rings and the little ducks. Colleen Manning said on “And, it is made for them to the final day of the show that get a prize every time. That business had been great. makes everyone happy.” The company sells light Dobson, who operates up toys of all kinds including Colleen Manning, company games on North America spinners, balls, wands, bead representative for Gloworks, Midway Entertainment sea- necklaces and glasses. shows off one of the compa- sonally, said the game comes ny’s new hat items. with everything needed to Head Rush Technologies, set up and play, including the states that it uses the safest Boulder, Colo. Above, Bob’s Space Racers exhibited its new arcade game music, amp, and speakers. stopping device on the mar- Head Rush Technologies called Gear It Up. This photo shows two of the games set Dobson also exhibited his ket, the Decelinator. focused on showing rather back to back. Below, a new water game received many looks tried and true Wacky Wire and The company also dis- than telling last November, from the show attendees. If needed, the game can be played Rail Runner games. played its Climbing Wall, Ex- said Tim Davis, sales tech rep- without an attendant on hand. Bottom, this all new Jumpin’ treme Air, and Rope Quest. resentative. Monkeys game, on display, proved to be popular during the Extreme Engineering, In addition, it debuted a The company’s indoor 2014 IAAPA trade show. Penryn, Calif. model of its Rapid Gravity booth exhibited a Gecko Extreme Engineering Ride attraction. Its High Ac- climbing wall from the com- won IAAPA’s Best Major tion Adventure attraction also pany’s sister business, Eldo- Theme Park Ride award last was featured. rado Climbing Walls. November for its new porta- The Rapid Gravity Ride Also exhibited was a ble Fly Wire Zipline. The com- attraction features a tower, scale-model of the company’s pany touts this zip line as be- the centerpiece to an array of new Adventure Tower, as well ing extremely adjustable and Extreme Engineering’s adven- as an array of its other products such as its zip line brakes, trolleys and mounts. The company set up its new FlightLine unit in its outdoor exhibit area. Participants step over the edge from a platform that can be as high as 60 feet plus, and experience the free fall sensation before the gentle engagement of the brake catches the fall.

Kay Park Recreation Corp., Janesville, Ohio Kay Park Recreation, a manufacturer of commercial outdoor furniture, showed its rental-quality fiberglass pedal boat and canoe at last Novem- ber’s IAAPA trade show. The pedal boats have proven to be popular items along with the company’s playground and park equipment and furnish- ings. So, this year they came out with a canoe. “But our canoe is a little wider than a traditional canoe,” said Kay Park’s Marliee Gray. “A traditional canoe is narrow and can be a challenge Extreme Engineering debuted its model of the Rapid Grav- for some to stay afloat. Ours is ity Ride attractions in its booth at the Expo. The company wider so turning it over is not showcased new products and attractions including this mod- easy. It has really been a hit.” el which features an array of adventurous attractions. 4See REVENUE, page 12 12 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015 REVENUE Continued from page 11 The company also introduced a lighter weight version of their outdoor ping pong table. Gray said this version is a coated steel base over fiberglass, reinforced with a con- crete top. “It is much easier to handle,” she said.

LightUpToys.com, Sellersburg, Ind. This merchandise seller maintained a busy booth during the show, according to Virginia LeFebvre, account manager. Some of the new products for the company this year included the Spinner Super Nova hand-held toys that can be customized to fit any needs, and the Energy Ball, which not only lights up every time it is bounced but also changes colors with every bounce. The company showed its new light-up Ratchet as Kay Park Corp. displayed its new rental-quality canoe and a Lisa Dominique, owner of Sippers by Design, exhibited her well as its LED Dino Walker, lighter version of their outdoor ping-pong table during the variety of drinkware and custom designs during the Expo. a small dinosaur that walks, IAAPA Expo. lights-up and makes sounds. also exhibited her full line partner. manufacturer of machined Ride Development Sippers by Design, of acrylic ware pitchers and Pike, Gray and Souliere and fabricated parts and head- Company (RDC), Miami, Fla. glasses, and full line of colored were most recently with Great quartered in Hegins, Pa. Independence, Ore. Lisa Dominique, owner glassware. Coasters International. Skyline Attractions LLC RDC exhibited not only of Sippers by Design, said “I also have a new Wydra has founded sever- has a subsidiary called Skyline several of its bumper cars at her business had been excel- 24-ounce Wave Yarder,” Dom- al companies including Ash- Design LLC, which is the re- the Expo, but also included lent during last November’s inique said. “And, I have new land Technologies, a contract search and development arm. the bumper cars with its new IAAPA Expo. buckets for popcorn and hap- line of competitively priced “We have done a lot of py meals.” LED illuminated bumpers. business and have a lot of new The lights are program- inquiries,” Dominique said. Skyline Attractions LLC, mable and held in an alumi- Although certainly cate- Orlando, Fla. num channel that circles the gorized in the area of food and Skyline Attractions, a bumpers of the cars. They can beverage, Sippers by Design’s new company launched by be installed around the top of products also generate extra industry veterans July 2014, the bumpers or underneath, income with its souvenir cups displayed two of its new inter- said the company’s Tami and special drink ware. active ride-game attractions, Dean. Dominique displayed Strike-U-Up and Spin-U-Win, Dean said the booth some of her products includ- at the 2014 IAAPA Expo. The stayed very busy during the ing new mason jar cups, and Strike-U-Up was set up for show. acrylic LED beer steins. She attendees to try out. Partici- pants are either strikers or riders. The strikers use skills of timing, accuracy and strength to strike the pad. As they do, the corresponding riders’ seats work their way up a 20- foot tower. The rider to the top first wins and, of course, so does the striker. The other attraction, Spin- U-Win, also is a ride-game experience. As participants spin their seats, lights within tubes begin to rise. The first to the This is Skyline Attractions LLC new interactive ride-game top wins. experience. Named Strike-U-Up, participants can either be The new company was the strikers or the riders. Riders are seated in the chairs and formed by Jeff Pike, partner when their corresponding strikers strike the pad, they be- and president; Chris Gray, gin their way up a 20-foot column. The one to the top first partner and vice president; Head Rush Technologies unveiled its scale-model of its new wins. The unit exhibited at November’s IAAPA Expo had two Even Souliere, partner and Adventure Tower, which can be customized to fit any and all seats, but it can have more attached in one unit, as seen in a treasurer; and Bill Wydra, needs. It can include zip lining, climbing, and a rappell station. poster to the left of the ride. February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 13 INTERNATIONAL Development plans set for Tokyo Disneyland, DisneySea / Europa-Park tops 5 million visitors — Page 14 Leolandia plans more new attractions following record season

STORY: Andrew Mellor ence for guests with physical [email protected] or mental disabilities; and, last but not least, the Peppa Pig MILAN, Italy — Leolan- project that will bring Peppa’s dia, in northern Italy, enjoyed world to life.” a record year in 2014, and with plans for more new attractions Leolandia, in Milan, Italy en- and developments in 2015 it joyed tremendous success in is looking forward to another 2014 with its core selection successful season. of rides including this Zam- The park’s best season perla supplied Water Fight ever saw attendance rise by ride called Mediterranea. 25 percent, a 10 percent per New this past season was cap growth and the high- Cowboy Town and the meet est guest satisfaction ratings and greet area Mr. Bull’s in the park’s history, the im- Worksite. Now for 2015, the provements coming as a re- park continues it’s expansion plans with the develop- sult of a number of strategic Massimiliano Freddi, man- ment of the popular Peppa decisions. One of these was aging director of Leolandia Pig pre-school character into an increased focus on “go- since 2010, will move to the a full section called ing green” in 2010, while a position of vice-president Peppa Pig World. second was to utilize a broad strategic development this use of technology in order to year. COURTESY LEOLANDIA COURTESY LEOLANDIA enhance the guest experience before a visit. The third was ther developed in the future to develop themed areas spe- with more attractions and en- cifically for children aged up tertainment. to 10 years old, this initiative For this reason, Massimil- beginning in 2011 with a new iano Freddi, managing direc- Pirate Land, was followed in tor of the park since 2010, will 2014 by Cowboy Town. move to the position of vice- Also in 2014, Mr. Bull’s president strategic develop- Worksite was introduced, this ment this year, while the op- being a meet and greet area erational management of the with Peppa Pig as a special park will be carried out from guest which will lead to the the property by Giuseppe Ira, increased use of this particu- president of Thorus Leolan- lar IP in 2015. Having secured dia, supported by the existing a multi-year partnership with management team. eOne, the brand owners of “Leolandia wants go on Peppa Pig, the most popular being the most innovative Ital- pre-school character in Italy, ian park,” says Massimiliano this year Leolandia will be- Freddi. “For this reason, in come a key licensee and will recent years we took some im- develop a whole new Peppa portant decisions — the use of Pig World which will be an es- renewable energy and the re- sential element in the goal of duction of packaging; the col- reaching one million guests laboration with the University within the next few years. of Gastronomic Sciences and The first part of this new Slow Food; the introduction themed area will be Peppa’s of dynamic pricing; and the House, a walkthrough attrac- promotion of the project “A Management at Italy’s Leolandia park have targeted attendance figures of one million within tion with dozens of interactive Ride for Everybody,” to help the next few years. New attractions are planned beginning in 2015 to help the park reach experiences which will be fur- improving the park experi- it’s attendance goals. COURTESY LEOLANDIA 14 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015 Development plans revealed for Tokyo Disneyland, DisneySea

STORY: Andrew Mellor of the existing Fantasyland, [email protected] major new attractions, restaurants and shops are being con- CHIBA, Japan — Ori- sidered for installation in the ental Land Co. Ltd. recently expansion site. revealed that plans for the Under consideration for further development of the Tokyo DisneySea Park is the Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo development of a new themed DisneySea parks have been port in the expansion site lo- confirmed. cated south of Lost River Del- The plans, outlined in the ta. This eighth themed port Oriental Land Group’s “2016 will include major new attrac- Medium-Term Business Plan” tions, restaurants and shops. (for the period of March 2015 Oriental Land will also through March 2017), include further invest in the two parks a ¥500 billion (over U.S. $4 bil- in multiple ways: renovation lion) level of investment in the or creation of attractions and The planned expansion of the Fantasyland area at Tokyo Disneyland will almost double the theme park business over the entertainment programs; de- size of the themed land. COURTESY DISNEY next 10 years. velopment of hardware that The plan for Tokyo Dis- will enhance the guest expe- thermore, investment will be ity provided by its staff (cast this new investment will aim neyland Park centers on the rience in the parks; further made to strengthen the theme members) which is vital to at maximizing the value of redevelopment of Fantasy- improvement of restaurants; parks’ backstage support all Disney theme parks, by the theme parks. Moreover, land, which will nearly dou- easing of congestion; devel- functions and operational strengthening human re- the amount of the additional ble the size of the themed opment of measures to pro- base. sources development and investment for the Fantasy- land. Work on implementing tect guests from hot and cold In addition to the above raising employee satisfaction land redevelopment is expect- this large-scale area develop- weather; and other ways to investment in infrastructure, to an even higher level than ed to be the largest ever for ment has already begun and create a more comfortable en- Oriental Land will continue currently exists. Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo in addition to the renovation vironment for all guests. Fur- to raise the level of hospital- The company stated that DisneySea.

Dreamworld Europa-Park reaches record 5 million visitors introduces Dough STORY: Andrew Mellor And at the same time as Bros. Pizzeria [email protected] it celebrated reaching its 100 millionth visitor in Septem- GOLD COAST, Austra- RUST, Germany — Hav- ber, Europa-Park also be- lia — Australia’s most ex- ing celebrated the hosting came the first European park clusive new restaurant has of its 100 millionth guest in opened its doors to Dream- to be named “Best Amuse- September last year, Germa- world guests only: Dough ment Park in the World” at Bros. Pizzeria. ny’s Europa-Park has now the Amusement Today Golden Found only on Main marked another milestone in Ticket Awards held in San Street in Dreamworld, its history by reaching 5 mil- Diego, making it a special Dough Bros. is a gourmet lion visitors in a season for year all round, as owner Ro- pizza restaurant offer- the first time, in December land Mack noted at the time. ing made-to-order dishes 2014. “This week has had it within a stylishly designed As the park moves into all! Next year, Europa-Park alfresco and indoor dining its 40th anniversary year celebrates its 40th birthday venue. With a menu to tan- in 2015, it has recorded the and what better way to kick talize the tastebuds and li- strongest growth in its his- it off. Quality and customer censed drinks, Dough Bros. tory as visitor numbers con- satisfaction have always Above, the 5 millionth visitor to Europa-Park in 2014 was boasts daily specials and tinue to rise, thanks to on- been at the heart of what we welcomed by Michael and Miriam Mack, along with Jürgen kids meal deals including and Mauritia Mack, pictured with the Richter family. 2014 gluten free options. Top it going investments in new do. We now have a double attractions and facilities, a confirmation that our - con was a record-breaking year for Europa-Park in more ways off with a gelato or Nutella than one and 2015 promises much, too, as the park cele- quality product and excellent cept works. Not only have pizza, bellisimo! brates its 40th anniversary. Here, riders enjoy a spin on the Dough Bros. is the lat- customer service. In 2014, the 100 million guests decided to park’s popular Euro-Mir coaster. COURTESY EUROPA PARK est in a rollout of new food major new attraction Arthur visit us here at Europa-Park, and beverage restaurants — In the Minimoys King- we are now also Europe’s that form Dreamworld’s dom, in co-operation with first theme park to have new food revolution to star film director Luc - Bes been named “Best Amuse- bring dining to the fore- son, helped to draw many ment Park in the World” by front of guest experienc- visitors to the park, while the an American specialist panel. es. It joins the immensely year also saw a double-digit This is a milestone for us and popular Green Bean Coffee rise in visitor numbers from the European leisure indus- Co; the newly refurbished France. Billabong buffet restaurant try as a whole.” and Dreamworld’s existing As the five-millionth vis- The winter season at outlets, Boost Juice and Kai itor to Europa-Park, Ronny Europa-Park continued until Kai Café. Through Dream- Richter from Neuffen -en January 11 this year and dur- world’s new food revolu- joyed a free day out with his ing its 40th birthday year tion, the park’s regular food family at Germany’s largest the park will be thanking its outlets are now also offer- theme park. In addition, the loyal visitors with a host of ing healthy alternatives to family also received an over- events and attractions, more the fast food options. night accommodation vouch- details of which will be re- er and Euromaus plush toys. leased at a later date. February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 15 WATER PARKS & RESORTS Raging Waters San Dimas announces ProSlide hydromagnetic water coaster — Page 18 Vana Nava Hua Hin Water Jungle now open in Thailand STORY: Jeffrey L. Seifert [email protected]

NONG KAE, Thailand — Vana Nava Hua Hin Wa- ter Jungle opened its doors in Thailand on December 1, 2014. The beautifully detailed, tropical-jungle-themed water park provides 7.18 acres of leisure, entertainment and thrilling adventures in the heart of the Hua Hin district. The beach resort area of Hua Hin is one of Thailand’s oldest attractions. Tourists have been traveling to the pristine white- sand beaches since 1921 when Prince Purachartra extended the country’s rail service and The 7.18-acre, $30.4 million Vana Nava Hua Hin Water Jungle water park in Nong Kae, Thailand, opened on Dec. 1, 2014. built the Railway Hotel close It features multiple slide towers, waterplay and ropes course all supplied by WhiteWater West. to the beach. The Prince loved COURTESY VANA NAVA HUA HIN WATER JUNGLE the area so much he also built and chic places to eat, drink, zones. Some zones are quiet James Hansen, project Man- gasohol. his summer palace there. The just hang out, or relax. The and restful; others are themed ager at WhiteWater, “There The water park is Phase historic Railway Hotel still pools and jungle are accented specifically for children with will be something thrilling for I of a larger mixed-use de- operates as part of the Cen- with LED lighting through- water play structures such everyone.” velopment that also consists tara Grand Beach Resort & out. A fiber optic ring pro- as the Rain Fortress which The total investment of a 300-room family hotel Villas. Hua Hin, once known vides 3G and 4G wireless con- includes seven slides and capital of Vana Nava Hua and premium residences. for its natural attractions, has nections throughout the park. a tipping bucket. The wild Hin stands at 1bn baht ($30.4 The developer, Proud Real evolved into a premier beach- Punctuating the relax- zone has the types of activi- million). The park has in- Estate Co., Ltd., already has town resort. The new Water ing oasis is an array of wild ties and slides found at tradi- vested heavily in park safety, a few developments in Hua Jungle will further elevate the adventures in the form of tional water parks including advised by a leading aquatic Hin city, including the pres- status of Hua Hin as a world- adrenaline pumping slides the Slide Jungle with six of safety and risk management tigious InterContinental Hua class leisure destination and family thrills — all sup- the fastest slides coming off consultant from the USA, El- Hin Resort and the upcoming A lush landscape of plied by WhiteWater West of of one tower. A ropes course lis and Associates, as well as BluPort Hua Hin Resort Mall. more than 200,000 plants British Columbia. The park features dry activities aside hiring a well-seasoned Gener- Proudputh Liptapanlop, chief and trees engulfs Vana Nava features the award-winning from the water park. The Surf al Manager, Mike Fijas, with executive officer of Proud Hua Hin Water Jungle. A Abyss, the first in Thailand, as Zone will feature the Surf Bar, over 27 years of experience Real Estate Co., Ltd., com- lazy river steadily snakes its well as the first AquaCourse a Double FlowRider, a game in the business and also the mented, “We set out to create way through the spectacular outside North America. The arcade and DJ, and will stay former chairman of the World one of the best family leisure scenery. The park incorpo- park features 19 waterslides, open late into the night. Waterpark Association Safety destinations in the region. rates iconic architectural and including water park favor- Brian Walker Smith, vice Committee. It will also be one Together with our partners, design elements with organic ites like the Master Blaster, president of Sales, of White- of the most efficient water who all share the same vision, shaped roofing, a 31-meter AquaLoop, family raft, tube Water West Industries com- parks when it comes to water we want to redefine ‘family (102-foot) high water fall and and body slides as well as a mented, “Vana Nava Hua Hin usage, with only 3 percent of entertainment’ with some of a variety of exotic plants and WhiteWater Wave Pool, Wave is destined to earn a reputa- its water lost from the sys- the world’s best and great- tropical trees. Vana Nava has River, and Rain Fortress play tion as the ‘Best water park in tem, thanks to the grey water est slides and attractions, de- created a stimulating experi- structure. the Asia Pacific Region.’” management and micro irri- veloped to the highest safety ence for all ages with an en- But, Vana Nava offers far “The water jungle will gation system. Even the vehi- standards and using the most vironment that is inspired by more than the typical water truly be a one-of-a-kind ex- cles used within the complex updated technology, while nature, and in harmony with park with day-to-night en- perience for guests since we were specially formulated promoting the surrounding nature. The refreshing and tertainment for all ages with are adding the best rides that by Honda of Thailand to run community and preserving unique design includes cool a variety of activities and WhiteWater has to offer,” says on environmentally-friendly the existing ecosystem.”

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MEDIA 16 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015 NEWSPAPER EMPLOYEE IN GOOD STANDING The city of Manteca, Calif. could be in for a howl- through a one percent county wide sales tax. ing good time — if the City Council approves. Environ- B.NEWS JEFFREYDEREK SHAW L. SEIFERTSPLASH Orange county has discovered — as have coun- EDITORIALEDITORIAL mental and economic impact studies are scheduled for COMPILED: Jeffrey L. Seifert, [email protected] ties and cities all over North America — that having

review as early as June for a $139 million Great Wolf MEDIAMEDIA recreational amenities is key to an economic develop- Lodge on a 30-acre parcel of land currently owned by feetCREDENTIALCREDENTIAL high that will travel the length of the 300-meter ment plan aimed at attracting industries to the area. (984-foot)VALIDVALID lagoon. Dolgarrog is gaining a reputation the city. The council met in January to extend a non- THROUGHTHROUGH 20122010 A project manager noted that industries have looked binding memorandum of understanding. The council as the U.K.’s adventure capital. The city is located in elsewhere in the past, owing in part to the lack of had previously established a negotiating agreement the scenic Conwy Valley near Snowdonia National amenities within the county. Park and offers a number of outdoor activities all with- with a private and city development group to build GARY SLADE • PUBLISHER, AMUSEMENT TODAY the 500-room resort. Initial plans call for a 290,000 in an hour-and-a-half drive from the cities of Liverpool The Pocono Mountains area of Pennsylvania has square-foot resort along with an 85,000 square-foot and Manchester. long been a popular travel destination. First favored indoor water park and 20,000 square-foot conference • for its outdoor recreation and then as a romantic get- center. In January the Disney Wilderness Lodge at Walt away for honeymooners, the area is quickly becoming The city would need to invest nearly $30 million Disney World in Orlando, Fla. completed renovation famous for its indoor water parks. in municipal improvements including street, water and of its Silver Creek Springs pool area. The area now in- The 2015 openings of Camelback Lodge’s sewer service. Rather than issue bonds, the city includes a water play structure specifically for its guests Aquatopia Indoor Water Park and a $230 million tends to issue certificates of participation (COPs). This under 48 inches. Following the wilderness theme, the Kalahari Resort & Conference Center could have type of financing releases the city of any responsibility structure appears to made out of logs with carved the Pocono vacation area challenging the well-known of repayment if the room, sales and property tax reve- bears and beavers spouting water. A tipping bucket, Wisconsin Dells for the title of indoor water park capi- nues generated do not cover the repayment amount. several water features, open waterslide and small ental of the world. The benefit to certificate holders is that unlike bonds, closed slide round out the attraction. The area is sur- • the interest income from the certificates is tax-free. rounded by a fence with a gate so tykes cannot wan- Although area news stations have been quick to The 30-year repayment of $30 million in certificates der in or out without adult supervision sensationalize the financial difficulties with the new would generate $46 million of tax-free interest to be • Schlitterbahn Upper Padre water park, Jeff Henry distributed to the certificate participants. The project Orangeburg County Council in South Carolina has assured the vendors that everyone will get paid. A is expected to generate $6.5 million in annual taxes or has purchased an additional acre of land for expan- delay with funding resulted in some vendors not get- $195 million over the life of the loan. sion of its existing Orangeburg Aquatic Park. The ting paid for a few months, but Henry said that the • county plans to add lap pools and expand the current funding issue has been solved, and the project is mov- Surf Snowdonia, in Dolgarrog, Wales, in the lazy river. ing forward. United Kingdom, is on track for a July opening. When The county also approved a contract to have the The Upper Padre property opened the river sys- completed it will be the world’s first commercial in- local YMCA manage a second aquatic center under tem and children’s area for a preview at the end of last land surfing facility. In addition to the artificial surfing construction in Santee. That center is part of a larger season. The park’s country club, golf course, and Ve- pool, the sports and recreation facility will include a $5 million recreation complex that also includes bas- randa Restaurant & Bar restaurant are currently open waterslide, indoor and outdoor play areas, an activity ketball courts, baseball fields, a soccer field, bocce and generating revenue. The water park is expected pool and campground. The wave generating system ball field and recreation pavilions. The new center is to officially open in time for spring break in March. will be supplied by Britain’s Wavegarden, and will use being built as part of a partnership between Orange- Season passes are already on sale and offer admission a hydraulic ram to produce a surfing wave up to six burg County and the Town of Santee. It is funded and resort discounts at all Schlitterbahn properties. February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 17

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Drones might someday fly into Disneyland during the theme park’s Christian music festival thanks to three Disney Imagineers who recently featuring Third Day and For King & Country. Ad- filed patents outlining the use of unmanned air- ditional artists will be announced at a later date. craft systems capable of carrying large puppet- Dollywood is partnering with Premier Festivals like characters and projection screens during to produce a powerful Christian rock experience nighttime shows. One of the patent applications in D.P.’s Celebrity Theater. The day-long cel- would allow Disney to attach giant balloons to ebration provides time for both thrill rides and the drones or use them to control the limbs of a Christian festival for one price. Organizers an- large puppets, giving the characters the appear- ticipate Rock the Smokies will be an energizing ance of walking or flying. Another calls for us- event for festival-goers, student ministries and ing the drones to haul huge, flexible projection families to spiritually reconnect and recharge. screens, according to filings with the U.S. Patent • and Trademark Office. For the first time since 1991, Elitch Gar- • dens Theater will be showcasing live perfor- Visitors to the Atlanta-based Andretti In- mances. For the weekend of August 20-22, six door Karting and Games are now able to ex- original works that will be performed by Denver perience the thrill generated by a Cruden mo- theater professionals in the New Works Festival. torsport simulator twice over, with the complex The Elitch Gardens Theater was built in 1890 purchasing a second Hexatech 3CTR. 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It’s a humorous tale, filled with European village where they choose their year- Parts and Service Jerry Pendleton or Dan Pendleton amazing animal behaviors and splashy audi- round adventure experiences from different op- ence fun. Clyde and Seamore find themselves tions. Curtis is using cutting-edge optical effects in slippery pursuit of their high school diplomas. to create haunting illusions, realistic ghosts, Clyde, Seamore and their friends lead the audi- a moving museum of Victorian-era sculptures ence on a wild and heroic adventure as they fin- and spooky mirrors in a haunted hotel in which ish their classes with typical sea lion flair. guests can stay. • • VactionalHomeRentals.com, an affiliate of SeaWorld San Diego’s multimillion dol- TripAdvisor, has named Morgan’s Wonderland lar expansion plan to build a larger killer whale the “best family attraction” in Texas. Offering environment recently got its first public hear- more than 25 attractions including rides, playing. The City of Park and Recreation Board’s grounds and gardens for everyone’s enjoyment, Mission Bay Park Committee heard about the Morgan’s Wonderland is the center of a fam- Blue World Shamu Expansion during an advisory ily fun destination now known as Wonderland, committee meeting. SeaWorld plans to spend Texas. The inspiration for Morgan’s Wonderland hundreds of millions of dollars in 2015 to build came from philanthropists Gordon and Mag- an expanded killer whale environment and pro- gie Hartman’s 21-year-old daughter Morgan. grams to protect the creatures in the wild. Her soaring spirit despite personal challenges • sparked within the Hartmans a deep desire to Construction has commenced on Hong create a haven not only for those with special Kong Disneyland’s third luxury hotel with the needs but also for their families, caregivers, in- 750-room Disney Explorers Lodge scheduled vited friends and the general public. to open its doors to tourists by early 2017. The • seven-story themed hotel was inspired by the Main Event Entertainment, one of the early 20th-century age of exploration and ad- fastest-growing FECs in America, introduced its venture. The Lantau Island resort will feature unique Eat.Bowl.Play. experience to Atlanta this four themed gardens based on exotic cultures past November. The new center, located at 3101 from around the world, including the African sa- Cobb Parkway SE, Suite 104, is Main Event’s 18th vannah, South American rainforest, Polynesian location nationwide and the company’s second island paradise and Asia. Disney elements to be location in the area after opening in Alpharetta represented at the hotel include characters from last June. The modern 61,000-square-foot facil- The Jungle Book, The Lion King, Finding Nemo ity offers 26 cutting-edge lanes, and multi-level and Up. laser tag. 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Cooke out, George in at upcoming Thomas Carnival rehabs Thunderbolt IISA installation of 2015 officers GIBSONTON, Fla. — Wilbur January about the association and Cooke, W.C. Concessions and its growth. International Independent Show- “We have over 4,000 mem- men’s Association 2014-2015 pres- bers worldwide right now,” ident, will pass the gavel (IISA) to Cooke said. “We had over 250 incoming IISA president Richard new members join in the past “Richie” George, George’s Fun year.” Foods, at the association’s annual Cooke said the IISA has a meeting set for Monday, Feb. 9. Gold Card Member program, Thomas Carnival’s Chance Thunderbolt after rehab. The annual meeting follows which a member receives if he/ AT/SUE NICHOLS the conclusion of the associa- she signs up 50 new members in tion’s 2015 Trade Show and Ex- 2015 IISA President a year. Gold Card Members be- AUSTIN, Texas — Last year was a good season for own- travaganza, set for Feb. 1-7, at the Richard “Richie” George come lifetime members. ers of Thomas Carnival, John and Carolyn Hanschen, and club’s grounds in Gibsonton. food operator, second vice presi- “We will be giving out at Tom and Margaret Atkins. John Hanschen said they were This is the second time Cooke dent, and Jessica Von Ruden, PBJ least five of the Gold Cards this able to overhaul their Chance Thunderbolt during the early has held this honor. He was the Happee Days Shows, third vice year,” he said. “Our members spring of 2014. IISA president for the years 2002- president. go on the road and pick up new “Tom (Atkins) took that project on,” Hanschen said. “A 2003. Elena Wynn is the IISA sec- members.” lot of work was done to it including installing LED lights.” Other officers to be installed retary and Martha Garrett is trea- Cooke has enjoyed his presi- One of Hanschen’s son, Andrew, installed a manual that evening include Jo Ann Ar- surer. dency and plans to enjoy the up- push-button device, that, once it is pushed, the sound of nold, independent operator, who As Cooke was wrapping coming Trade Show and Extrava- thunder can be heard. Then, the lights flicker on and off, will become first vice president; up his second stint as the club’s ganza. creating a lightning effect. Wesley Burnett, independent president, he spoke to AT in early —Pam Sherborne 28 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015

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The Outdoor Amusement Business Association The Alaska State Fair, Palmer, brought home six And, speaking of the West Virginia State Fair, Marlene (OABA) will be hosting their 50th Anniversary Annual Meet- awards, including three first place honors, from the 124th Pierson-Jolliffe, who has been at the West Virginia event for ing and Chairman’s Reception beginning at 6 p.m., Friday, annual International Association of Fairs and Expositions a quarter of century, has decided to leave that fair and join Feb. 6. (IAFE) Convention, in Las Vegas, Nev., in December 2014. the State Fair of Virginia. The event will be held at the Sheraton Tampa East Hotel The awards included two Agricultural Awards of Excel- Pierson-Jolliffe is the new vice president of operations in Tampa, Fla. lence, one of which was a first place for “Video of a Special or for Commonwealth Fairs & Events Inc., which operates pro- • Unique Event for Exhibitors or the Fairgoing Public.” The fair grams held at The Meadow Event Park, a 331-acre, year- The International Association of Fairs and Expositions also was honored with three awards of Distinction for Com- round facility in Caroline County, Va. (IAFE) 2015 Summit is set for Feb. 27-March 1 in the Shera- munications, including first place for “Printed Promotional The Meadow Event Park draws from large and diverse ton Tampa East Hotel, Tampa, Fla. Material,” and a first place award of Distinction for Competi- markets. The park is located about 30 miles north of Rich- The Institute courses to be offered will be Carnival Mid- tive Exhibits in “Competitive Exhibit Display Photo Series.” mond, Virginia’s state capital, and 32 miles from Fredericks- way, Commercial Exhibits, Entertainment II, Safety & Security, The Alaska State Fair falls into the category of fairs with burg, a suburb of Washington D.C. The fair draws from both and Financial Management II. attendance of 250,001 – 500,000. regions. The event will include a visit to the Florida Strawberry The 2015 fair will be held Aug. 27-Sept. 7. Pierson-Jolliffe leaves the West Virginia State Fair after Festival, Plant City, Feb. 26-March 8. • being in the top job for the last 10 years. Prior to that, she The second edition of the Graduate Case Study pro- The Missouri State Fair, Sedalia, was recognized as a was the fair’s assistant manager and sales and marketing gram will be held concurrently. premier agricultural showcase by the IAFE last December. manager. She first joined the fair during her senior year of • The fair received more than 30 awards for its programs in high school and then worked full summer seasons through While some fair staff and managers are still in the midst agriculture education, competitive exhibits and communica- college until she was hired full time. of planning and looking forward to 2015 fairs, there are plen- tions. Her last day at West Virginia was to be January 13. ty of early 2015 events. Missouri’s fair vies for awards with U.S. and international • One fair that has already completed its 2015 run is the fairs and festivals with similar attendance, between 250,001 The South Dakota State Fair, Huron, will have its new Manatee County Fair, Palmetto, Fla., which ran Jan. 15-25. and 500,000. manager on board on Feb. 9. Peggy Woolridge Besch, who The fair included musical entertainment, tractor pulls, dog The 2015 Missouri State Fair will be held Aug. 13-23. left her post as CEO and president of the Huron Chamber shows, pig races, a petting zoo, livestock shows, a barbecue • and Visitors Bureau, will take over the position of fair man- cook-off, competitions and, of course, midway rides provid- The Polk County Fair board, Rickreall, Ore., voted to ager held for the past seven years by Jerome Hertel. ed by Belle City Amusements. shorten the annual county fair by one day, removing Sunday One project that she said shows big promise for the The South Florida Fair, West Palm Beach, began Jan. from the schedule and going to a three-day event starting fairgrounds is the new exhibit hall known as the Nordby Ex- 16 and is ending on the first day of this month. The fair pres- with the 2015 fair. hibit Hall for 4-H, Youth and Community. It will feature 30,000 ents parades, exhibits, competitions, agriculture and live- The board voted unanimously at its last meeting of 2014 square feet of exhibit space, multiple classrooms, a large stock shows, grounds entertainment, musical entertainment to make the move, citing a pattern of low attendance and kitchen for 4-H Special Foods competitions and a perfor- and midway rides provided by Wade Shows. lackluster revenue on Sundays. mance stage for year-round 4-H activities. Wade Shows plays other early 2015 fairs including the Comparing the number of tickets sold for Saturday, Woolridge Besch also feels the new exhibit hall will draw Florida State Fair, Tampa, Feb. 5-16, and the San Antonio which is usually the fair’s highest attendance day, to Sun- national events to the fairgrounds. (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, Feb. 12-March 1. day, the drop off is substantial. During the 2014 fair, Saturday There are 90 buildings on the fairgrounds now, Wool- The Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo started attendance was nearly 3,600, while Sunday’s was 1,800. In ridge Besch pointed out, but none of them offers the space Jan. 16 and will run through Feb. 7. This event is offering an 2013, it was almost 3,700 on Saturday compared to 2,000 on and amenities that the new 4-H building will have. array of entertainment and activities as well as the profession- Sunday. The revenue picture painted the same contrast. • al rodeo. Talley Amusements provides the event’s midway. Fair dates on the event’s web site are Aug. 6-9. Without Former Du Quoin (Ill.) State Fair Manager Shannon • Sunday, dates will be changed to Aug. 6-8. Woodworth was dismissed last month by Illinois Governor Ten years ago, officials at the Western Fair District, • Bruce Rauner, the state’s new governor. London, Ontario, wanted to produce an early annual event The San Benito County Fair, Tres Pinos, Calif., is ex- Woodworth told a local news agency, The Daily Repub- to help boost business during a normally slow time. These of- panding from three days to four days starting this year, ac- lican, that his dismissal came in the form of an email sent to ficials put together the London Wine and Food Show, which cording to an announcement from the 33rd Agricultural Dis- him by Rauner’s legal counsel, Jason Barclay, a recent Raun- celebrated its 10th anniversary when it ran Jan. 15-17. trict. er appointee. The dismissal also came one day after the new The show drew 100 vendors this year, with an antici- It will run from Thursday, Oct. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 4.. governor was sworn in on Monday, Jan. 12. pated attendance of about 12,000. That shows substantial The fair also announced the theme for the 2015 fair of The email surprised Woodworth. He told the news agen- growth compared to the 25-30 vendors and a 2,000 atten- “Cowboy Boots & Local Roots.” cy that it also was very impersonal. dance figure in its first year. Planning is well under way for all aspects of the 2015 “There was no phone call, no letter, no nothing,” Prior to the 2015 show, organizers at the Western Fair event. Woodworth was quoted as saying. “We got a lot done and I District, an 85-acre site in downtown London, were excited to • had a list of things to do this coming year.” move into the newly renovated Western Fair Agriplex, which The West Virginia State Fair, Fairlea, is returning to a Woodworth had been with the Du Quoin State Fair for was built specifically for agricultural entrants, but has been 10-day festival this year, allowing officials to focus on building 15 years in varying capacities, the last, of course being at the significantly remodeled to allow it to accommodate 5,000 its agriculture education component for kids. Fair organizers helm. guests. decided to bring back the additional day because most West No other staff changes were announced. The London Wine and Food Show embraces a concept Virginia school districts are starting school before or during In the news report, he said he has no immediate plans. described as “farm to fork, and glass.” Highlighting this con- the August 14-23 fair this year. His last day was Jan. 31. cept was the introduction of a number of new agricultural The fair last ran 10 days in 2006 when school started He added that the email asked him to be part of a education demonstrations and seminars discussing topics earlier. This year’s fair will have more free entertainment as smooth transition between administrations.” such as Ontario grape growing, ice wine harvesting and food organizers are adding an additional stage location. The Woodworth dismissal came only days after the ap- pairings, cheese and whiskey production, mushroom blend- Last year was the first year with the farm-to-food pavil- pointment of newly named Illinois Department of Agricul- ing, healthy eating and more. ion, which focuses on working with kids from kindergarten to ture director Phillip Nelson, president of the Illinois Farm • sixth grade on agriculture. Bureau. •

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The company will remain in mechanical engineering and steel construc- In addition, Maurer AG will be represented by in the ownership of the Beutler and Grill families, tion with over 1,000 employees worldwide. The a new logo and a new internet presence thanks to with Jörg Beutler as chairman of the supervisory company is a market leader in the areas of struc- its new website (www.maurer.eu). board. tural protection systems, (bridge bearings, expan- Dr. Holger Krasmann, chairman of the execu- According to Judith Klein, the company’s di- sion joints, seismic devices). It also develops and tive board and Dr. Christian Braun, the former rector of marketing, the new name, logo and in- produces professional roller coasters and Ferris managing directors, have been appointed to the ternet presence gives a clear visual message of wheels as well as special structures in steelwork. Gold Medal Products holds one sweet Distributors’ Conference More than 350 their businesses in the year guests to enjoy night life by ahead,” said Gold Medal hosting a dinner at Cincin- attendees from 25 President and CEO, Dan nati’s world-famous Mont- countries attend Kroeger. “It’s the only event gomery Inn Boathouse Cincinnati meeting like it in the industry. And and an evening of fun and it’s one heck of a party,” he games at Dave & Buster’s. CINCINNATI, Ohio — quips. The event concluded with When Gold Medal Products Every year, this exclu- the company’s annual Co. holds its annual Distrib- sive three-day event is held awards banquet, with over utors’ Conference, it’s not in Cincinnati. The 2014 con- 200 awards recognizing your typical business meet- ference, entitled “Swinging noteworthy sales accom- ing. From December 2-4, for Success,” saw more than plishments. the fun foods manufacturer 350 in attendance, repre- “Gold Medal is com- packed the halls of the Sha- senting more than 25 coun- mitted to making this an ronville Convention Center tries. The setting is a full impressive experience that with popcorn, cotton candy, sensory experience: lighted keeps our guests return- funnel cakes, Sno-Kones machines line the main hall; More than 350 attendees ing year after year,” stated and more. The atmosphere ears are met by the sounds gathered in Cincinnati, Dec. Kroeger. “We deliver the rivaled that of a carnival of popcorn popping and 2-4, for Gold Medal’s 56th education, entertainment that has come to town. savory aromas fill the air. annual Distributor’s Con- and engagement that will Gold Medal is known Of course, there’s plenty of ference where concession leave you motivated to as a leading manufacturer taste testing various treats equipment, like this pop- drive sales.” corn machine, were avail- and supplier for concession throughout the day. Gold Medal Products able for inspection. equipment and supplies. Its The main attraction is COURTESY GOLD MEDAL Co. is a privately-held, success is largely attributed to introduce what’s new for family-run company that to a loyal worldwide dis- the upcoming year. puts the fun into fun foods tributor network. Among the many new tion, the company will also roundtables addressing a like popcorn, cotton candy, “The relationship with items and improvements release SunnyPop. It was variety of topics from sales, Sno-Kones, and more. The our dealers is the core of our for 2015, Gold Medal is specially developed to give marketing, engineering and company began in 1931 and business. We’ve hosted our launching SunPop Select, schools a popcorn that com- business management. In now employs more than 375 annual distributors’ confer- popcorn that’s specifical- plies with the USDA Smart addition, product demon- people across 12 locations, ence for 56 years. This is ly designed for the more Snacks in Schools nutrition- strations give the hands-on including its manufactur- our way of not only saying health-conscious consumer. al standards. opportunity to experience ing headquarters in Cincin- thank you, but also equip- It is whole grain, gluten- Attendees have their the equipment in action. nati, Ohio, with distribution ping attendees to grow free and non-GMO. In addi- choice of business-building Gold Medal also treated its worldwide.

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Sea- dinner in advance. shorter wait times so they can and increases their enjoyment World Orlando recently intro- By accessing the SeaWorld make the most of their day in through GPS-enabled interac- duced Express Dine at its Sea- app from their smartphone, the park. tive maps, real-time updates port Pizza eatery to help cut guests have the option to select Seaport Pizza serves pizza of show schedules and events, wait times, especially during from any of Seaport Pizza’s baked to perfection for rich up-to-the-minute attraction the busiest time of the year. An family-style pizzas, salads and taste and texture featuring wait times (with information industry-pioneering feature, soft drinks from anywhere in only the freshest ingredients, on required heights), insider Express Dine is solely accessi- the park. Following the order, to maximize convenience for including sun-ripened toma- park tips, fun photo frames, ble from the SeaWorld Discov- guests choose their preferred families by allowing them to toes, fresh herbs, pepperoni and park notifications. ery Guide park app, further- pick-up time and can then plan their meals ahead of time and sausage. The SeaWorld Discovery ing the app’s interactivity and stop by to enjoy their meal at in a fun, interactive and user- The SeaWorld Discov- Guide app can be download- maximizing its technology to their convenience. friendly way. With this new ery Guide mobile app was ed for free from the Apple or allow guests to order lunch or Express Dine is designed feature, families can expect tailored to save guests time Google Play app stores. Game On FEC opening this spring in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — San Antonio will soon be the home to Game On, a new Family Entertainment Center featuring a unique, custom-designed Ballocity from WhiteWater Attractions. A distinctive feature of this particular Ballocity is that it extends over the Spin Zone, a bumper cars attraction adjacent to the play structure. The Ballocity was developed specifically for Game On San Antonio as a combined effort between Amusement Entertainment Management (AEM), the team at Game On led by owner Chris Hoege- meyer, and WhiteWater At- tractions designers. Seth Foster, WhiteWater Attractions’ vice president of Business Development said: “Working with Jerry Merola and AEM is always a pleasure as they always bring great people together on exciting and innovative projects.” The facility provides visitors with access to a movie theater, laser tag, bumper cars, a Ballocity structure, mini-bowling, an arcade and Clip ‘N Climb. Located in southeast San Antonio, a rapidly growing area within the city, Game On offers a wide range of activities for all ages. On top of these exciting attractions, Game On is a great venue to host birthday parties, corporate events or a fun family night out. “Our goal is for Game On to establish a reputation as a premiere family fun destination, and we could not be more excited about introducing these new attractions to San Antonio” commented Game On owner, Chris Hoegemeyer. Game On is expected to open late spring 2015. February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 33 BUSINESS WATCH MARKETWATCH Amusement Advantage announces partnership ARVADA, Colo. — Amusement Advantage, Inc., a provider of COMPANY SYMBOL MARKET PRICE HIGH LOW guest experience measurement services to the attractions industry, an- 1/14/15 52-Week 52-Week nounced on Jan. 6, 2015, that it has entered into an exclusive partnership Apollo Global Management with Operation: Pineapple, based in Orlando, Fla. APO NYSE 24.10 36.09 20.02 (Great Wolf Resorts) Amusement Advantage will engage Operation: Pineapple to com- plement their existing guest experience solutions with comprehensive The Blackstone Group BX NYSE 33.95 36.08 26.56 social media guest feedback analysis. This comparative analysis matches the attraction with a set of five competitors, analyzes their social me- Merlin Entertainments Group/ dia data for quantitative trends, and provides meaningful summary and MERL LSE 396.90 399.40 3.277 Legoland recommendations that can be used for a range of actions, from training to master planning, with the end result of enhancing the overall guest Cedar Fair, L.P. FUN NYSE 50.92 55.76 42.75 experience. Operation: Pineapple was formed in March of 2012 by Joshua Lieb- CMCSA NASDAQ 55.92 59.30 47.74 man, with a focus on maximizing operational power. Based in Orlando, Comcast Corp./ Fla., Operation: Pineapple works exclusively with the attractions industry, NBCUniversal Media CMCSK NASDAQ 55.47 57.94 47.21 and specializes in collaborating best practices through the channels of service, efficiency, and sales. The Walt Disney Company DIS NYSE 94.23 96.43 69.85 SeaWorld announces Quarterly Dividend Fuji Kyoko Co., Ltd. 9010 TYO 1128.00 1270.00 807.00 ORLANDO, Fla. — The board of directors of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) declared on Jan. 5, 2015 a cash dividend of $0.21 per share Haicahang Holdings Ltd. 2255HK SEHK 1.30 2.27 1.02 of common stock. The dividend is payable on January 22, 2015, to sharehold- ers of record at the close of business on January 13, 2015. Leofoo Development Co. TW:2705 TSEC 11.50 13.70 10.30 IAAPA Expo participants raise $120,000 for GKTW MGM Resorts International MGM NYSE 20.23 28.75 17.25 ORLANDO, Fla. — The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) and attractions industry professionals raised more than $120,000 for Give Kids The World (GKTW) Village in SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. SEAS NYSE 16.78 35.30 15.11 Kissimmee, Florida, during IAAPA Attractions Expo 2014. IAAPA Attrac- Shenzhen Overseas Chinese Town tions Expo 2014 took place in the Orange County Convention Center in 000069 SZSE 7.63 8.97 4.30 Co., Ltd. (OCT) Orlando, Florida, Nov. 17-21. GKTW is a nonprofit resort that provides cost-free vacations for children from around the world with life-threaten- Six Flags Entertainment Co. SIX NYSE 43.52 44.46 31.77 ing illnesses and their families. 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On 01/14/15 $1 USD = •BATON ROUGE, La. — The Haunted Attraction National Trade- 0.8466 EURO show and Conference, sponsored by DarkLight, reminds the industry 0.6596 GBP (British Pound) that HAuNTcon 2015 will be held in Baton Rouge, La. at the Belle of 118.26 JPY (Japanese Yen) Baton Rouge Hotel and Conference Center February 6-11. For more information: www.HAuNT.com. 1.0168 CHF (Swiss Franc) •LAS VEGAS, Nev. — The Roller Skating Association’s 78th Annual 1.2254 AUD (Australian Dollar) International Convention and Trade Show will be held May 10-13, 2015 1.1961 CAD (Canadian Dollar) in Las Vegas, Nev. at the South Point Hotel & Casino. For more information visit: www.rollerskating.org. Through the smiles, the seasons & the miles – Financing everything for the outdoor amusement industry since 2000. 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Southern California nature park poised to grow CEO Allen Monroe fosters greener future for The Living Desert STORY: Dean Lamanna [email protected]

PALM DESERT, Calif. — Tourists flock to Southern Cali- fornia’s Coachella Valley, two hours east of Los Angeles, for its golf courses, tennis courts and classic mid-century Palm Springs architecture. But the stark, dramatically mountain- ous desert environs surrounding this manmade oasis are alive with flora and fauna wor- thy of closer inspection — and ongoing protection. Tucked into a hilly south- eastern corner of Palm Desert, east of Highway 74 and south of the ritzy El Paseo shopping district, The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens exhibits many local and exotic species native to the world’s deserts, including striped hyenas, zebras, big- horn sheep and large cats. Es- Prior to joining The Liv- Allen Monroe, president and CEO of The Living Desert, tablished in 1970 on 360 acres, ing Desert, where he oversees feeds one of the park’s five giraffes — which are represented the park has expanded over the about 100 full-time staff, a num- on a donor-funded custom carousel manufactured by Chance years to 1,200 acres — 1,000 of ber of seasonal part-timers and Rides of Wichita, Kan., and installed by G.L. Scrivens Con- which remain in their natural several hundred volunteers, struction of Palm Desert. COURTESY THE LIVING DESERT state. Monroe led the North Carolina Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores The facility’s indigenous grown organically — though toric drought? to a 32 percent increase in visi- flora and desert landscaping not necessarily in the most Because we have such a tor attendance over three years. are particularly striking. well-planned way. We’ve hired large botanical garden, we’re As the principal of a biologi- Just as we manage our an architectural design firm, very conscientious about water cal research consulting firm, animal collection, we have a PGAV, out of St. Louis (Mo.) usage. Water conservation, and The Living Desert’s collec- he worked with the U.S. Fish botanical garden that we man- that specializes in this type of taking good stewardship of en- tion of animals and attractions and Wildlife Service Nation- age here — with different zones attraction. As we brainstorm vironmental resources, is part reflects the non-profit organi- al Hatchery and Technology representing different climatic about the next 10 to 15 years of our educational message. zation’s mission to promote Center, studying the effects of habitats containing native plant of development, PGAV is help- We do a variety of what we call conservation, education and climate change on the repro- species. For example, we have ing us understand our current Living Desert University class- fun. Live shows, a children’s duction of endangered species. a garden that showcases the infrastructure limitations. We’ll es, which combine classroom discovery center, desert gar- He also has conducted field plants associated with the more be looking to grow in a more settings and field trips. For in- dens, hiking trails, giraffe feed- research in the areas of bioter- arid deserts of Madagascar. orderly fashion so that when all stance, we’ll take school chil- ing opportunities, camel rides rorism and public health care, It’s something our visi- is said and done, we’ll have re- dren behind the scenes to show and a carousel “populated” by and he is a Professional Fellow tors enjoy a lot — having this strooms, gift shops, restaurants them how we manage our gar- representations of the wildlife of the Association of Zoos and natural, immersive experience and auditoriums in the right den components through zon- featured at the park are among Aquariums. where they can go on different places to support visitors coming and xeriscaping (low-water the varied offerings. Amusement Today spoke paths and trails and just get lost ing here for the new exhibits landscaping). Now marking his first year with Monroe on location in ear- in the landscaping. and educational opportunities. What other conservation as president and CEO of The ly December about his vision What are some highlights Education, clearly, is a big programs do you administer? Living Desert (just a couple for the park. from your first year on the job? part of the experience at The We do a lot on the animal months shy of the park’s own We’ve seen an uptick in our Living Desert. side. One is the Species Survival 45th anniversary), Allen Mon- What’s unique about The general attendance over 2013. There’s no age too young Plan, or SSP, which is a national roe combines a passion for con- Living Desert? Generally, we get between to start learning. For example, effort in which all U.S. zoos servation with proven execu- A lot of zoos take kind of 330,000-350,000 people a year. we have a weekly program participate cooperatively. Right tive skill. A research biologist a postage stamp approach: And 2014 has been one of our called Mommy and Me that en- now, we have three cheetahs on who holds a Bachelor of Sci- they do a little bit of this and a most well-attended years ever. courages mothers with kids in exhibit, and we could not man- ence in Wildlife and Fisheries little bit of that to try to tell a We’re now in the second week strollers to visit. It includes pro- age those cheetahs into the long from Texas A&M University broad story about the world’s of our WildLights holiday programs for toddlers — oppor- term very well because it’s such and a Masters in Business Ad- habitats. Historically, we’ve gram, which features more than tunities to learn about general a small population. But if we ministration from the Univer- been much more in-depth and a million LED lights around the animal shapes and colors and add them (via database) to ev- sity of Texas, Monroe has dedi- narrowly focused on desert park, and attendance for that is such. It also serves as a com- ery other zoo’s three or four or cated his 25-year-plus career habitats and their animals and up 100 percent. We saw higher munity crossover — allowing six cheetahs, pretty soon we’ve to wildlife concerns. His first plants. It makes sense for us cli- numbers with our Howl-O- the moms to sit and chat with got a thousand cheetahs that major job was as a zookeeper matically and operationally; we Ween safe trick-or-treating each other. The kids, mean- can be managed effectively for at the Fort Worth Zoo; top po- wouldn’t want to try to bring event in October, as well. while, have a great time. And breeding and long-term genetic sitions at the Indianapolis Zoo, polar bears to the Coachella We’re also working on a we hope that translates to ev- viability. the Oregon Coast Aquarium Valley. (laughs) We’re telling a master plan for The Living eryone coming back on a more How important are in Newport and the Capital story that includes our own Desert. The park started out regular basis. local philanthropy and of Texas Aquarium in Austin backyard as well as other des- as a nature center and some How has the park been fundraising to your operations? eventually followed. erts found around the world. paths, and over the years it has impacted by California’s his- 4See DESERT, page 35 February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 35

DESERT That’s something we’re debating: Where is the line be- Continued from page 34 tween interactive visitor attractions that are in line with our We’re always looking for mission and things we could potential sponsors that under- do just to bring in more people? stand our conservation and We do great with young education message. The H.N. kids, adults and grandpar- and Frances C. Berger Founda- ents who bring their grand- tion, one of the largest private kids, but the teen-to-early-20s foundations in the Coachella demographic is tough for us. Valley, helps us with many pro- With 1,000 acres behind our grams — such as WildLights main footprint, we’ve been and Howl-O-Ween. We also get talking about adding mule a lot of support from the City rides, mountain biking, zip of Indian Wells and the City of lines and rope adventure cours- Palm Desert. es. If we put in a zip line and We have two big gala another 100,000 people come fundraisers coming up, in- in, we’d certainly have a bigger cluding one at the park on audience to talk to about con- March 7 called A Night at the servation. Cheetah Lounge — with Dean What is your overall Martin’s daughter, Deana, as the operational philosophy for evening’s entertainer. In The Living Desert? addition, we’ve embarked on Jaguars and por- I keep in mind a visual pic- a fundraising campaign for a cupines are among ture that I try to share with our $20 million endowment called the many animals on staff. It is of a family leaving The Living Legacy. It would display at The Living the park at the end of the day be a stable source of revenue… Desert. The non-profit — a mom and dad with two to help us through economic organization receives young children. The father has downturns. It would also help generous support from four-year-old junior over his us to build new exhibits, ex- several local entities, shoulder, who is just exhaust- pand our educational programs including the H.N. ed. But as they depart, the boy and offer new guest services. and Frances C. Berger wakes up and says, “Dad, this As part of your mas- Foundation and the was the best day ever.” ter plan, will you be adding cities of Indian Wells If we can create this kind of more environmentally low- and Palm Desert. family experience, then I know impact amusements, like your COURTESY THE LIVING we’re doing our job. carousel? DESERT •www.livingdesert.org

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Repainting Superman Krypton Coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas 859-491-9800 January 2015 baynumpainting.com 36 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015 Fantasilandia’s Gerardo Arteaga named IAAPA chairman of the board for 2015 ORLANDO, Fla. — At tors to its board of directors. which op- manager in 2002. chairman in 2013 and first vice the IAAPA annual business Arteaga has been involved erates fa- Arteaga’s involvement in chairman in 2014. meeting in Orlando, Florida, in the attractions industry cilities IAAPA includes serving as a In addition to his IAAPA the International Association since his early childhood, throughout member of the marketing and involvement, Arteaga is also of Amusement Parks and At- when his family established Central FEC committees as well as on an active member and leader tractions (IAAPA) introduced the Fantasilandia amusement and South the advisory committee for of the Latin American Associa- Gerardo Arteaga, general park in 1977. He worked in America. In Latin America. He served on tion of Attractions and Amuse- manager of Fantasilandia in the business throughout his 2000, Artea- the IAAPA board of directors ment Parks (ALAP) and his Santiago, Chile, as the organi- youth, and after completing ga returned Arteaga from 2007-2009 and joined the charitable initiatives include zation’s chairman of the board his university studies he was to Fanta- IAAPA Executive Committee the Make-A-Wish foundation for 2015. The association mem- named regional manager for silandia as customer service in 2008. In 2011, Arteaga was in Chile. bership also elected a new the family’s Happyland fam- manager and was promoted to named IAAPA’s third vice treasurer and five new direc- ily entertainment center (FEC), the role of the park’s general chairman. He was second vice 2015 IAAPA officers The IAAPA board of directors elected the following officers for the organization for 2015: First Vice Chairman: John McReynolds, senior vice president, Universal Parks and SHARE. Resorts, U.S. Second Vice Chairman: Greg Hale, vice president and ENGAGE. chief safety officer, Walt Dis- ney Parks and Resorts, U.S. IAAPA President and GROW. CEO: Paul Noland, IAAPA New treasurer and directors The following IAAPA members were elected as trea- FEC DALLAS 2015 surer and directors at the as- Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront sociation’s annual business FEBRUARY 8-10 meeting on Nov. 17: Post Event Tour: February 11 Treasurer: Hank Salemi, president, Six Flags Great America, U.S. Take your FEC to a whole new level; www.IAAPA.org/fecdallas Facility and Life Direc- register now for FEC Dallas 2015. Unlike tors: Denise Beckson, director of operations/HR, Morey’s any conference you’ve ever attended, FEC Dallas delivers Piers, U.S; Doug Stagner, proven strategies and tactics that will generate profits. corporate vice president, operations, SeaWorld Parks & Register Entertainment, U.S. and Tony Here are the Reasons You Need to Sze, general manager, Chime- TOP FIVE long Resort, People’s Repub- Attend FEC Dallas 2015: today! lic of China. Manufacturer and Sup- 5 FEC Dallas is a conference produced for owners, senior executives and plier Director: Jeff Hudson, suppliers for FEC operators, by FEC operators. president, Skee-Ball, Inc., U.S. Past Chairman Director: FEC Dallas is the place where the “who’s who” of the industry convene to John Collins, John Collins 4 Leisure, U.K. compare stats and discover new ways to GENERATE MORE SALES. About IAAPA A new post-event tour will give you exclusive access to behind-the-scenes 3 Founded in 1918, IAAPA information you simply won’t find any place else. is the largest international trade association for perma- Expert speakers in education sessions make FEC Dallas the BEST place to 2 nently situated amusement get new ideas on business sustainability, profitability and growth. facilities and attractions and is dedicated to the preservation 1 You will be a part of something that will give you strategies and tactics that International Association of and prosperity of the attrac- you can implement right away! Amusement Parks and Attractions tions industry. IAAPA repre- 1448 Duke Street sents more than 4,700 facility, Alexandria, VA 22314 USA supplier, and individual mem- Tel: +1 703/836-4800 bers from more than 90 coun- Fax: +1 703/738-7460 tries. The association’s global Seats for www.IAAPA.org headquarters is in Alexandria, Virginia, United States. The as- FEC DALLAS are limited sociation has regional offices and are selling quickly! in Brussels, Mexico City, Hong Kong, and Orlando. •www.IAAPA.org February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 37

Jeff Filicko joins Six Flags Fiesta Texas IAAPA announces promotions, new hires SAN ANTIONIO, Texas — Six Flags Fiesta Texas announced on De- ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Danau develops and manages Melony Bildhauer assists cember 29 that Jeff Filicko has joined the themer as their new Market- The International Association educational programs on a in planning and facilitating ing Manager. of Amusement Parks and At- global basis, as well as educa- IAAPA’s conferences, meet- Filicko has more than seven years of theme park marketing experi- tractions (IAAPA) has added tion sessions at IAAPA Expos. ings, and events around the ence at Kennywood amusement park located near Pittsburgh, Pa. three new employees and pro- He will also lead the evalua- world. Like many in the industry, Filicko began by working his way up from moted two others. Promoted tion of the IAAPA Brass Ring Alma Aguilar joins IAA- a seasonal summer job to a full-time position. As a manager, he was able was Colleen Mangone who’s Awards program. PA with 13 years of experience to increase his responsibilities to include Public Relations, Promotions, Special Events and Advertising. In addition, Filicko is also a recent gradu- duties will include managing New hires include: in the hospitality and cruise ate of the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers and has served for IAAPA News Flash, the asso- Felicia Fett joins IAAPA industries. As administrative several years as an IAAPA committee member representing our industry. ciation’s website content strat- after 15 years in strategic plan- assistant in the Latin Ameri- Jeffrey Siebert, Fiesta Texas marketing director said, “We are egy, co-managing the charita- ning, nonprofit board and- or can office, she provides sup- thrilled to have him join our Bat-tastic team as we prepare for another ble programs, and overseeing ganizational administration, port for regional programs record year.” executive communications governance, development, and member services offered for the association and Victor and fundraising management. by IAAPA. Terracon’s Ron Ebelhar named 2015 ASTM board chairman

W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — Ronald J. Ebelhar, P.E., D.GE, senior principal with Terracon in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been named chairman of the 2015 ASTM Inter- national board of directors. After earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering from the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Ebelhar joined McClelland Engineers in Houston, Texas, as a staff engineer in 1977, working in GET IN THE GAME various roles in the geotechnical laboratory, information technology and marine geo- sciences groups. From 1987 to 1996, he served as division manager and then as vice president for Rust Environ- ment & Infrastructure (and its predecessors, S&ME, West- inghouse and SEC Donohue) in Cincinnati, Ohio, before taking the position of vice president with H.C. Nutting in 1996. He assumed his current role when Terracon purchased H.C. Nutting in 2007. Ebelhar, who joined ASTM in 1980, is a past chairman of ASTM Committee D18 on Soil and Rock and several D18 subcommittees. An ASTM fellow and 2003 Award of Merit recipient, Ebelhar has received several awards from D18, including the R.S. Ladd Standards De- velopment Award; the Wood- land G. Shockley Award; the One Full Day of Comprehensive Industry Education and Two Full Days of Exhibits A. Ivan Johnson Outstanding Achievement Award; two Conference: Tuesday, March 24 • Trade Show: Wednesday & Thursday, March 25-26 Special Service Awards; and the Committee D18 Technical Editor’s Award for STP 1213, Co-Sponsored by: Co-Located with: Dynamic Geotechnical Test- ing II. Ebelhar has served on the ASTM board of directors For more information, contact Amusement Expo Management, WT Glasgow, Inc., since 2010. 708.226.1300 or check out our website amusementexpo.org.

AmExpo2015_adAT.indd 1 12/8/14 10:54 AM 38 AMUSEMENT TODAY February 2015 New book chronicles the rise and fall of Geauga Lake Park REVIEW: Jeffrey L. Seifert the war years but managed to [email protected] survive to entertain the new generation of baby boomers For more than a century, that resulted when the troops families in northeast Ohio came home. Throughout the could look forward to spend- 1950s and 1960s companies ing a fun-filled day at Geauga and organizations held annual Lake Park. Then suddenly fol- picnics at the park. On August lowing the end of the season 1, 1968, Cleveland’s popu- in 2007, corporate owner Ce- lar radio station, WIXY 1260, dar Fair announced the park held an appreciation day at would never reopen. 100 years the park drawing an estimated of history, memories and tradi- 100,000 to 120,000 people. The tion were suddenly gone with- healthy revenue stream would out explanation and, worse help move Geauga Lake into yet, no one was given the op- ing a 75-room hotel known as its next chapter. portunity for one last visit to the Kent House. Opposite the Four employees of Geau- say goodbye. hotel, the Giles brothers erect- ga Lake’s main competitor, Ce- Despite the lack of a ed a dance hall and other en- dar Point, in nearby Sandusky, proper farewell, the memo- tertainment facilities. In 1889 Ohio, left Cedar Point, pooled Above, this very early photo ries have been kept alive by the first ride joined the - offer their resources and formed a shows the picnic tables the thousands of fans the park ings — a steam powered car- new company — Funtime, Inc. placed near the shore under endeared over the past cen- ousel. By that time properties On November 5, 1968, Fun- a shade tree. Right, the tury. One such fan — a former along the lake included base- time purchased Geauga Lake 15-story Intamin Skyscraper employee of the park — has ball diamonds, tennis courts, Park for $5 million. The Fun- opened in 1974 becoming gathered photos, stories and a restaurant, shooting gallery time years were perhaps the the most noticeable land- precious memories and assem- and roller skating rink. Dur- most profitable for the park as mark within the park. Below, bled them into a new book: ing this time other businesses these four “disgruntled” Ce- for many years the entrance Geauga Lake: Sunrise to Sunset. that sprang up along the shore dar Point employees changed to Geauga Lake Park was Published by Cleveland started referring to the lake as Geauga Lake from a small through the first drop of the Landmarks Press Inc., the Geauga Lake, in reference to family-owned park to a force Skyrocket, later 112-page book documents the county in which it was lo- in the industry. Additions to known as Big Dipper. the rise of the recreation area cated. the park included a monorial, COURTESY CLEVELAND once known as Giles Pond to Though doing well, the observation tower, log flume LANDMARKS PRESS INC. a full-fledged amusement park Giles brothers eventually de- and multiple flat rides. The in- to its shocking close and now cided to give up ownership. In troduction of the world’s first agonizing decay. Author Tom 1924, William J. Kuhlman along steel roller coaster with back- Smolko with writing partner with two close friends, Edward to-back double loops, simply Joe Taylor along with several Taylor and Frederick Rand, known as Double-Loop, thrust park historians and Geauga purchased the 100-acre prop- Geauga Lake into the lime- Lake experts have assembled erty. This threesome would light. This was quickly fol- a remarkable collection of im- be responsible for changing lowed by another steel coaster, ages and text spanning nine the area into an amusement Corkscrew, in 1978. chapters to tell the story of park. Over the winter, contrac- The 1970s also brought northeast Ohio’s Geauga Lake tors were hired and by June another attraction to the area. Park. of 1925 the property had been Though originally perceived As settlers moved into transformed. Highlighting the as competition, George Mil- the area originally set aside new park was a $50,000 Na- lay’s second Sea World marine as Connecticut’s Western Re- tional Amusement Devices mammal park on the oppo- serve, the Ohio General As- roller coaster. Then known as site side of the lake heralded sembly started dividing the the Skyrocket, the John Miller- a partnership that benefited land into manageable coun- designed coaster featured a 65- both parks for 30 years. ties. Geauga County, formed foot drop and raced along its By 1995, Funtime, Inc. had in 1806 was named for the Na- 2,680-foot course at speeds of grown into a multi-million tive American word for rac- 32 mph. Eventually renamed dollar corporation with three Great Depression, two World well as their current location if coon — jyo’aka. the Big Dipper, the coaster parks under its ownership. Wars, and multiple ownership they are operating. A 15-page In 1817, Joel S. Giles pur- thrilled generations of thrill That same year, Oklahoma changes, but somehow, Cedar color inset features full-color chased 100 acres on the north- seekers right up until the clo- City-based Premier Parks, in Fair, which successfully man- photos of the park at various east side of the naturally sure of the park. It is the only the midst of an inexplicable aged multiple parks through- times, including a look at the formed “kettle lake,” left be- ride still standing at the aban- buying spree, made an offer to out North America, was un- abandoned park as it appears hind from the retreat of the doned park. purchase Funtime for $60 mil- able to turn a profit at one sole today. Wisconsin glacier 15,000 years Kuhlman continued to ex- lion. In August of 1995, Pre- park — Geauga Lake. The book retails for $21.50 earlier. Giles’ sons started add- pand the park until the sum- mier took ownership of Geau- In addition to the remark- and is available at cleveland- ing modest amenities includ- mer of 1944 when he was trag- ga Lake Park bringing an end able yet heartbreaking story, landmarkspress.com, ama- ing picnic tables and small ically killed in a motor vehicle to local ownership. It was a Geauga Lake: Sunrise to Sunset zon.com and can be ordered boats available for rent. Visi- accident. Though his death change that would ultimately offers an amazing collection of through local Barnes & Noble tors to the area began to refer shocked the Geauga Lake com- diminish the park, leading to mostly black & white photos bookstores. It is a must-have to the property as Picnic Lake munity, his niece, Viola Schry- its eventual sale to long-time including some of the earliest for anyone who ever had the or Giles Pond. In 1888 Alexan- er, who had been working as competitor Cedar Fair in 2004. photos ever taken of the area. opportunity to experience a der Kent realized the poten- Kuhlman’s assistant, vowed Three years later, Cedar Fair An appendix lists the dispo- day at northeast Ohio’s once- tial for expanded visitation by to continue her uncle’s work. shuttered the amusement park. sition of the rides that were popular home-grown park. purchasing property and erect- The park struggled through The park had survived the sold when the park closed as February 2015 AMUSEMENT TODAY 39 CLASSIFIEDS

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