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PRSRT STD PRSRT www.amusementtoday.com 2 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 NEWSTALK OPINIONS CARTOON LETTERS AT CONTACTS EDITORIAL: Gary Slade, [email protected] CARTOON: Bubba Flint Tidbits This issue of Amusement Today marks the 17th edition of our Annual Holiday Cooking Guide. For this year we thought it would be nice to theme the guide to our annual Golden Ticket Awards. On page 4, recipes can be found from Slade our Best Food winners, a tie between Knoebels Amusement Resort and Dollywood. Also included is our 2013 Host Park, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and SeaWorld San Diego who will host in 2014. While on the subject of Golden Tickets, AT has now posted three photo galleries from our 2013 GTA event at SCBB, on www.GoldenTicketAwards.com. Look under the tab “2013 Event,” and be sure to check out the bowling event photos! • Thanks again to both Andrew Mellor and Pam Sherborne for their work on giving us a small sampling of what some parks are doing for this upcoming Christmas season. See pages 6-7 and 11-13. Just as AT was going to press we learned that Cliff’s Amusement Park in EDITORIAL: Scott Rutherford, [email protected] Albuquerque, N.M. is kicking off their first-ever holiday event called Cliff’s Magical Christmas. Farewell 2013 • Some in the amusement the Rapids and a rider ejection on the New When Superstorm Sandy hit the New Jersey shore industry might consider the Texas Giant at Six Flags Over Texas. Both drew and other parts of the East coast in Oct. 2012, it caused number 13 — and by asso- plenty of media attention, especially the lat- AT to shuffle our December issue editorial plans in order ciation, the year 2013 — to ter incident, which also raised concerns about to get the late-breaking news in. Two of the items pulled be unlucky. After all, when how to deal some riders’ physical dimensions. to make room for Sandy editorial was our annual Page 1 this year dawned nearly 12 Yes, there were negative incidents but Christmas cartoon as well as our page 2 cartoon. After months ago, many parks in the there were far more bright spots in 2013 than pulling both cartoons out of the unused file, we thought Rutherford northeastern U.S. were deal- not. Personally, I finished another book – both were still worthy of running in this issue. We hope ing with the destruction left Images of America’s Carowinds for that south- you enjoy both, better late than never! by Superstorm Sandy. Over a year later, some ern themer’s 40th anniversary. It was written at • properties still find themselves in recovery a breakneck pace last December and January From the entire staff of Amusement Today, we wish mode. And, of course, there was the devastat- but I’m happy with the result. But one of the everyone a happy and safe holiday season. We hope you ing September fire that roared through the most amazing things for me was being there remains of FunTown Pier on the Jersey shore. to witness and be part of the grand opening find time to not only relax a little, but to enjoy the company Not only did it destroy businesses but flames of Knoebels’ Flying Turns. After so much work and stories family members have to tell. It seems life is devoured sections of the iconic boardwalk and effort, it was a real treat to see many of my passing us by at “warp speed” these days, so take time that had just been rebuilt. friends and the Knoebel family recognized for this upcoming holiday break to slown down and enjoy at Then there was a string of ride-related their indomitable spirit and will to make this a little slower pace. incidents on the traveling show circuit includ- historic recreation a viable and exciting ride. Our good friend Tom Rebbie at PTC always writes, ing a recent one at the North Carolina State Yes, the 2013 season was one of ups and “Have Fun, Be Safe.” With that, we add industry Fair that left riders and an operator injured. downs. But isn’t that exactly what we expect photojournalist Dan Feicht’s love of “Eat more pie!” But it was two high-profile ride accidents that in this wonderful and crazy business? Here’s to Ahh. I smell that slice of pie calling me now... grabbed the majority of the negative head- saying farewell to 2013. Merry Christmas and —Gary Slade lines: Cedar Point’s boat flipping on the Shoot Happy New Year to one and all.

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Daily E-mail Newsletter Editorial Please allow up to six weeks for your subscription request to be processed and the first issue mailed. [email protected] [email protected] Bubba Flint Cartoonist Amusement Today is an independent newspaper, published monthly by Amusement Today Inc., P.O. Tim Baldwin Jeffrey L. Seifert [email protected] Box 5427, Arlington, Texas 76005. Presort Standard Postage (Permit No. 2069) pre-paid at Fort Worth, Texas. The entire contents of this newspaper and its related websites are copyrighted and trademarked Editorial Editorial / Special Projects by Amusement Today 2013, with all rights reserved. [email protected] [email protected] POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to Amusement Today, P.O. Box 5427, Arlington, Texas Contributors: Dan Feicht, Ron Gustafson, Andrew Mellor, Richard Munch, Janice Witherow, WHR Inc. 76005-5427. December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 3 THIS MONTH IN HISTORY •1905: In mid-December F. Presented by MINUTE W. Henniger and T. M. Har- ton announced the forma- 2 DRILL tion of a new park outside COMPILED: Janice Witherow Pittsburgh. The 30-acre Stefan Doomanis, Dynamic Advantage West View Park in West View, Pennsylvania, opened www.RollerCoasterMuseum.org Stefan Doomanis grew up in May 1906, at a cost of in the customer research $250,000. The highlight was and retention industry, tag- a large Figure Eight (the park’s popular Dips would open ging along with his father in 1909). Theodore M. Harton passed away in 1919, and on jobs as a child. He started his first business in while his family owned the park for the entire 71 year run, high school and joined his they would eventually sell the property for commercial de- family’s corporation of Dy- velopment in 1980. namic Advantage in 1994. Today, as president, Stefan •1905: As advertised in the nation’s newspapers in early is the visionary behind December, there was great interest in amusement park each unique customer-cen- toys. Beside the typical submarines and warships, Loop- tric “mystery shopping” the Loops and Scenic Railways were the principal nov- experience integral to the company’s success. He elties in the toy market for the Christmas season. Many has extensive experience Stefan and his son Pete, clown around in matching Batman stores filled their display windows with these wonderful in multi-national and multi- shirts while enjoying some quality father-son time. Spend- items, made of tin, where children of all ages dreamed of location customer retention ing time with his family is one of Stefan’s favorite things to possessing. Today these extremely rare toys have become programming, competitive do when not working on his mystery-shopping enterprise. highly sought after collector items, selling for hundreds of intelligence and customer COURTESY STEFAN DOOMANIS FAMILY dollars. experience consulting. He sits on the board of the Mystery Shopping Pro- If you could have three movies in your •1914: In mid-December, Louis Berni, of Golden City, viders Association, as well as several charitable collection, what would they be? boards. When not hard at work, Stefan enjoys “Harold and Maude”; “It Happened One announced plans to build a new Philadelphia Toboggan vintage sports cars, family and friends. Night”; and “Monty Python & The Holy Grail.” Company wooden roller coaster for the 1915 season. The Brooklyn, New York amusement center located in Canarsie, Title What do you notice first when meeting which for several years competed with both Rockaway and President. someone? Coney Island, was essentially land-locked. To get around If they make eye contact. this, Berni, who was a musician by trade, purchased the Number of years in the park’s 1907 Scenic Railway and removed it to make room industry If you could invite one famous (living) 18. person to dinner, who would it be? for the new ride, erecting what he called a larger and bet- David Bowie. ter ride with a 40-foot drop. Best thing about the Doomanis industry You are at the mall. Where do we find you? •1945: The creation of a $1 million park project in Cali- The attitude of those involved. I have always Hot Dog on a Stick or Williams-Sonoma. fornia was thwarted by the local planning board which re- appreciated that everyone is out to see that a jected the project’s plan submittal. On December 21, the good time is had by all. One place I have always wanted to travel to Santa Monica City Planning Commission denied a zoning is … change that would have opened the doors to a large proj- Favorite amusement ride Greece. I will always take a spin on some bumper cars. ect being pushed by both Chicago and local interests. To During my “down time”, I like to … be located at the foot of Wilshire Blvd., the major park was If I wasn’t working in the amusement Drive, actually repair, my old MG. After all, it never built because of local protest, including several film industry, I would be … is an MG. notables who did not want the park in their backyard. Baking bread at my sandwich shop. —Compiled by Richard Munch, NRCMA Historian Ten years ago, I was … Biggest challenge facing our industry Still in my 30s! Continuing to meet and exceed the expectations of the guests. If you could have a conversation with any Season’s Greetings animal, which one would it be? The thing I like most about amusement / California Condor. water park season is … from the board of directors of the Having fun with my family. My favorite time of day is … I am a night owl. National Roller Coaster Museum & Archives All-time favorite meal I like to keep it simple, a great hot dog and a Pick one: rock ‘n’roll or country bag of chips does wonders for me. I’m a little bit rock ‘n’ roll. TM P.O. Box 5427 5-time Award Winner The first thing I do in the morning is … If I didn’t live in California, I would live … Arlington, Texas 76005-5427 Check my email. I need to unplug. (817) 460-7220 In The Haunted Mansion! Fax (817) 265-NEWS (6397) It’s December! My favorite holiday song is … What season best describes your personal- Find us on Facebook “Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses. ity? facebook.com/amusementtoday Spring. The best new television show this year seems to be … Favorite pair of shoes Follow us on Twitter New? I am still stuck on “Survivor.” My Sanuks. twitter.com/amusementtoday

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Knoebels Amusement Resort Dollywood Elysburg, Pa. Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Chicken & Waffles Orange Marmalade Roasted Makes 50 waffles: To make Turkey Breast 16 eggs - beaten Chicken 1 skin on raw turkey breast- 4 to 5 lb. under the skin of the turkey breast. 3 quarts whole milk Gravy: 3 tbl softened butter Pre heat oven to 325 degrees. In a 16 cups flour 3 tbl olive oil roasting pan with a screen on the 3/4 cup sugar Makes 50 1 tbl kosher salt bottom place the turkey breast and roast 1 T salt Servings 1 tbl cracked black pepper for 2 to 2 ½ hours until internal 1 cup Baking Powder 2 cloves minced garlic temperature reaches 160 degrees. At 1 pound butter - melted 2 gallons Chicken Broth ½ cup orange marmalade this point remove from oven and brush 1/2 T Pepper 2 tbl orange juice rest of marmalade glaze over turkey and Beat eggs, alternately add milk and flour. 2 T Chicken stock 2 tsp. honey place back in oven for 15 min. Remove Combine other ingredients adding 3 cups flour and rest turkey tented with foil for butter last. Cool batter prior to pouring 1-2 cups water Rinse Turkey breast under cold water approximately 30 minutes. Internal into waffle iron. Yellow food coloring and let dry for a few minutes. Rub with temperature should reach 170 degrees. olive oil and season with salt, Slice and arrange on serving platter. To make into Chicken & Waffles add Begin by bringing chicken broth, pepper pepper and garlic. In separate bowl mix desired chicken and ice cream to fill the & chicken stock to a boil. While together the orange marmalade, orange Enjoy! plate. coming to a boil, mix flour and water to juice and honey until combined. Reserve a creamy consistency in a separate bowl. ½ the marmalade mix and set aside. Chef Steve Carideo Add this mixture, stirring very quickly Rub butter and ½ of the marmalade mix into the broth. When finished add a drop of food coloring.

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Sea World San Diego Santa Cruz, Calif. San Diego, Calif. Sondra’s Holiday Sangria Turkey Ravioli 1 bottle of Wine (nice bold fruity Red One of the best things about SeaWorld’s First, combine Blend, Zin or Cab) Christmas Celebration is the array of cooked 1 diced apple & pear food options available to guests. Chef ground turkey, 1 blood orange, peeled, cut into Axel Dirolf, executive chef for both Mascarpone segments Directions: SeaWorld San Diego and Aquatica San cheese, 1 lime & 1 lemon cut into slivered circles Mix the wine, fruit, liqueur, and Diego, knows how important a delicious cooked 8 oz. Amaretto Liqueur cinnamon, and keep refrigerated for two meal is during the holidays. Here’s his chopped spinach, cran-raisins and 1/4 tsp. cinnamon hours. recipe for his famous holiday turkey parmesan cheese into a large bowl. Lemon lime soda ravioli for you to try at home. Next, add salt, pepper and dried sage Pour 1/2 cup of your wine mixture over to taste. Garnish: ice and fill with1/3 cup of lemon lime The ingredients you’ll need are: Blood orange, lime, & lemon cut into soda. Mix well. Ground turkey, cooked Then, fold the mixture into fresh or slivered circles Mascarpone cheese cooked pasta sheet. Coat the bottom Garnish with a fresh blood orange, Parmesan cheese of a casserole pan with your favorite lemon, and then lime slivered circle (a Spinach, chopped tomato sauce. Place the folded ravioli on rainbow of sleek garnish) and serve. Cran-raisins top of the sauce; cover with some more Pasta sheet (fresh or cooked) sauce and cheese to your liking! Finally, Enjoy and drink responsibly! Your favorite tomato sauce bake it in the oven. You’re all set — Salt happy holidays! Pepper R Dried Sage December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 5 6 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 INTERNATIONAL PARKS ATTRACTIONS RESORTS SUPPLIERS Parks offer Christmas events with International flare STORY: Andrew Mellor [email protected] CHRISTMAS SPOTLIGHT 2013 PortAventura Europe, 31 wooden stalls offer mas characters and the audi- Salon, Spain visitors a plethora of Christ- ence are in charge of making a From November 23 to Jan- mas treats, while visitors will sweet dessert for a child. They uary 6 the Spanish resort Port also be able to watch an ice then follow the sweets across Aventura will be transformed sculptor at work. Santa’s factory in a unique into a winter wonderland for Another new element journey. young and old alike with a for the Christmas opening is A packed program of host of new features and spec- snow tubing on a snow slide festive family entertainment tacular lighting, Christmas that follows the route of the includes musicals featuring trees and festive decorations, park’s Wall of China, designed acrobatic displays and spec- along with 17 daily shows cre- for children but fun for adults tacular outdoor ice skating, ated especially for the time of too. Those who want to take to alongside performances of year. the ice, a new ice skating rink live music filling all corners of The biggest change for is available in the México area. the park with popular Yule- 2013 at the resort is a huge During the festive period tide tunes. The China area’s Christmas market in the Med- opening, PortAventura has Gran Teatro will be the stage iterrània area. Inspired by the also launched a new movie in for the musical Regalo de traditional markets in some of 4D — Christmas Adventure, a Navidad (Christmas Present) the biggest capitals of central story in which fairies, Christ- show, while another show on offer is El Bosque Encantado (The Enchanted Forest), where goblins, wizards and fairies Belgium park Plopsaland will be transformed for the festive roam at will. In China there is season and will offer a variety of family entertainment . also Pushankina Daria, a sand COURTESY PLOPSALAND artist performing in the show ters like Woody, Betty Boop Christmas holiday in the Plop- Christmas Sand Animation, and the cast of Sesame Street. sa Theatre. and youngsters can meet some Additionally, the Samson of their favorite characters in Plopsaland & Gert Show will also take SésamoAventura. Andikerlee-De-Panne, place in the Plopsa Theatre The most unmissable Belgium three times a day in the few event, however, will be the Winter Plopsaland in Bel- days immediately before and visit of the Royal Emissar- gium takes place December after Christmas. This year the ies. Fresh from the East, these 7 to January 5 with a variety show moves from a theater in envoys of the Three Kings of festive entertainment for Antwerp, where it has been will visit the park collecting guests to enjoy. held for more than 20 years, to Christmas letters from chil- Hundreds of Christmas Plopsaland De Panne. dren in PortAventura before trees, thousands of lights, ani- providing the finishing touch mation and an ice rink set the Europa-Park to the Christmas Parade in scene while a Gnome show Rust, Germany front of Mediterrània’s lake. with park character Plop will Germany’s largest theme The Sesame Street And on January 5, the Three provide entertainment for the park will be transformed once characters show Kings themselves will arrive youngsters — as will a visit to again into a magical winter (above) is sure to be to lead the traditional Kings’ see Santa Claus, of course, and wonderland from November a hit with young visi- Parade, delivering gifts to all a chance to enjoy many of the 23 to January 6 (closed on De- tors to Port the children who visit the park park’s attractions that will be cember 24 and 25). With snow Aventura. Left, the on what is promoted as the open. on the ground, festive smells park will provide most magical night of the year. On December 26-30 the in the air and thousands of guests with a host The finishing touch to Port Ketnet and Fireworks Show lights, guests are sure to be de- of festive enter- Aventura’s winter wonder- takes place. Ketnet is a chil- lighted with the atmosphere tainment over the land will be found at its four dren’s TV channel in Flanders and entertainment on offer Christmas period. hotels, fully decorated for the COURTESY PORT (Belgium) which will provide which will include many of AVENTURA occasion and hosting charac- shows at the park during the 4See EVENTS, page 7 December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 7

At left, a Christmas market will be one of the highlights at Europa-Park, while at right, the German theme park will be transformed into a winter wonderland for the Christmas period. COURTESY EUROPA-PARK which guests will be able to buildings with two stories, Tigers is a cocktail style event productions that explore un- EVENTS saunter through stalls offering Zombie Evilution takes on with themed food stations, derwater life and a range of Continued from page 6 old fashioned craftsmanship more excitement and thrills beverages and live entertain- yuletide celebrations, includ- the park’s rides and attrac- as well as savouring the scents even for the most seasoned lament. A Very Dreamworld ing marine-themed Christmas tions and a first-class show of fir trees, baked apples and ser combat fans. Christmas offers a festive buf- decorations, a tree lighting program. toasted almonds, all combin- A new tiger show, Cub fet on Main Street, plus time ceremony, soulful carolers Among the highlights will ing to create the perfect Christ- College with Baru and Ravi, is on rides and attractions and and an Ocean Santa. be no less than 12 live shows, mas atmosphere. And with 2.5 also available to Dreamworld live entertainment, while a At the park’s Waterfront five roller coasters, more than million lights and over 2,500 guests with cubs Baur and Dreamworld Challenge caters Plaza, guests will be able to 50 other attractions — includ- Christmas trees, the scene will Ravi, Tiger Island’s young- to those looking for some fes- see a world-class acrobatics ing a 55 meter high Big Wheel be complete. est residents, now ready to tive team building activities. extravaganza set to dramatic offering superb views of the A circus in the original cir- start playing with the big cats. scenery, while the Ocean The- park — a giant light parade, cus tent will offer yet more en- However, they need some Ocean Park atre will feature an all-new ice rink, the Bar Glaciar, a 4D tertainment for the whole fam- training first, which guests Hong Kong, China adventure featuring the dol- movie featuring park mascot ily, while for those wishing to can watch in a brand new live Special festive activities phins and sea lions of Ocean Euromaus and friends, Luna stay overnight, Europa-Park’s show starting on Boxing Day. at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park Park. Younger visitors will be Magic presented by Gazprom five themed hotels provide the Dreamworld is also offer- this year take place from De- able to enjoy the new interac- and a Winter Wonderland for ideal resting place after all the ing a range of corporate party cember 14 to January 1, with tive dance show taking place children. activity of the park. opportunities this Christmas. Christmastime Beneath the at Whiskers Harbour and an A Christmas market will Private parties can be had at Waves! ocean-themed lighting cer- also be a major feature of Eu- Dreamworld a choice of venues within the Among the entertainment emony will take place every ropa-Park’s winter opening in Coomera, Australia park while Christmas with the on offer will be three new evening at the Christmas Tree. A host of well-known characters from DreamWorks will be appearing at Dream- world for a Holiday Shrektac- ular show over the Christmas period. Both Dreamworld and sister park WhiteWater World will be open every day of the Christmas holiday season, except Christmas Day, and the new 20-minute show will see Shrek learning how to cel- ebrate the holiday season. Fea- turing song and dance and a host of other characters, it will take place on the specially designed Main Street stage, with guests being able to see daily shows and have their photo taken with favorite characters. Dreamworld’s newest and scariest attraction, Zom- Visitors to Dreamworld in bie Evilution, will also have Australia this Christmas will evolved into stage two in time A variety of live show enter- be able to see a variety of for the Christmas holidays — tainment is just part of the DreamWorks characters in the Battle for Kevil Hill. Trans- festivities during the Christ- the Shrektacular show. formed into a laser combat mas event at Ocean Park. COURTESY DREAMWORLD challenge staged across two COURTESY OCEAN PARK 8 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 Toverland sets attendance record after major expansion STORY: Tim Baldwin [email protected]

SEVENUM, the Nether- lands — As mentioned in our previous issue, Toverland, the relatively young theme park in the Netherlands added an astonishing eight new attractions for the 2013 season. As the year winds down, Amuse- ment Today takes a closer look at the list of attractions and talks with park personnel about its recent success. When asked why the park decided to add eight attractions all within one season. Teun Borst, Toverland Com- munications, says, “Toverland is very compact. That may be an advantage for our visitors, The station for Dwervelwind (left) continues the imaginative theme with a thatched roof and beautiful landscaping outside. because they can find a lot Inside, the station features a vine-covered ceiling highlighted with cascading, color-changing LED lights. of attractions within a short AT/TIM BALDWIN & JEFFREY SEIFERT distance walk. On the other in the Philipines by Theme Manufacturer: along the course, punctuating water. This ride is aimed at the hand people also like to walk Builders and their movements Mack Rides GmbH the adventure with imagina- younger audience in the fam- around and discover. In short: are done by Lagotronics. The Height: 21 meters tion. Tunnels, waterfalls and ily. we needed more dwell time.” new expansion even has its Length: 462 meters landscaping make this addi- Manfuctuer: Boorst continues, “If you visit own musical score. Imascore Speed: 75 km/hr tion quite impressive. Metallbau Emmeln a theme park you expect to produced over two hours of Trains: 2 of four cars, Manufacturer: Hafema Diameter: 12 meters stay a whole day in the park, magical music for different seating 16 passengers Height: 5.5 meters Gondolas: 8 gondolas but if you can find all the rides zones of the area. Capacity: 925 pph Length: 460 meters seating up to 3 persons close to each other you don’t The attractions added this Ride time: 92 seconds Speed: 16.2 km/hour Capacity: 450 pph need a whole day. So we de- season are: Boats: 10 boats seating up to Ride time: 90 seconds cided to add a complete new •Dwervelwind: This •Djengu River: A new nine passengers per boat area of four hectare next to the spinning coaster offers a dif- rapids ride gives the park a Capacity: 918 pph •Coco Bolo: These rope existing eight hectares.” ferent journey each time as the second family wet ride in ad- Ride time: Four minutes pull towers are seen more What is striking is that the vehicles are free spinning. The dition to the flume, which is prevalently around Europe, new area is not just simply an station is adorned with vines, partially indoors. During the •Tolly Molly: A circular but have made a few appear- assortment of rides dropped plant life, mood lighting and a journey, observant riders will ride with arms and gondolas ances in U.S. parks. Once in. Landscaping, theming and whimsical magical ambience. notice animatronic Dwervels suspended above a pool of 4See TOVERLAND, page 9 interactive areas of beauty all serve their role in creating an entirely new atmosphere. Twisted vines and branches make up railings to make it all feel magical. “A part of this new area is filled with nice walkways, bridges and waterfalls to create the dwell time,” says Borst, “but, of course, we also wanted to add rides. We added two major rides — a Mack spinning coaster and a Hafema river rapids ride, along with a fountain show and several smaller rides. The total pack- age is meant to offer the whole family a wonderful time in the park.” Toverland is fortunate to have its own designer, Peter van Holsteijn. It was he who made all the drawings of the theming, the houses and the funny little creatures who live The Djengu in the Magic valley, called the River follows an Dwervels. For the landscaping, elevated rock- the park worked with Mark covered course Heusschen, a landscaping ar- enhanced chitect. The artificial rocks and with Dwervel houses were made by TAA. dwellings. The Dwervels were made AT/TIM BALDWIN December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 9 and varying surfaces. Giggles doesn’t stop there. New walk- TOVERLAND are guaranteed. ways allow guests to stroll by Continued from page 8 Manufacturer: gigantic waterfalls and be- seated, riders pull themselves Velopa Omniplay come spectators to the rides up via rope while assisted me- Total length of the course: and theming as they walk chanically, so even younger 36 meters through rocky caves and sce- children can accomplish the nic tunnels. Also in the addi- task. Once releasing the rope, •Klimkasteel: This inter- tion is a thematically beautiful the seats glide back to ground active playhouse offers lots of covered food court type res- level. climbing and walkways. taurant. Around its perimeter, Manufacturer: Heege Manufaturer: Eibe glass orbs tied in netting spark Height: 10 meters Height: 13 meters imaginations as people step Seats: 4 seats with Ground area: up to the eatery. two passengers per seat 300 square meters When asked if a particu- Capacity: 320 pph lar attraction seemed to create •Katara, Fountain of a lot of guest feedback, Borst •Airtrampoline: What Magic: While not a ride, this answers, “Not really; it was looks to be a giant bubble ac- attraction may be the most more the whole new area that tually serves as a laugh-in- interactive of all. Fountains did the magic. We received a ducing bouncing adventure. not only beautify the area, but lot of compliments from visi- As adults know, kids love to jumping streams leap over tors as well as from colleagues jump and this trampoline- walkways and bridges testing from other parks. They really Every ride carries the rustic Dwervel theme and the entire style attraction caters to nu- everyone’s sense of timing, like the whole atmosphere we Magic Valley features spectacular rockwork and water cas- merous kids at one time. young and old. At scheduled have created with the them- cades. AT/TIM BALDWIN & JEFFREY SEIFERT Manufacturer: Sidijk intervals, the fountain comes ing, the plants, flowers, rocks In determining if the ad- There are several ideas for Diameter: 10 meters alive with a show of choreo- and music.” ditions have delivered results, future investment, but it will graphed motions set to a soar- If one can measure suc- the answer is clear. “The sea- take some years before we •Kids Survival: Dur- ing soundtrack. cess, Borst pridefully com- son went very well. It looks will realize all this. Toverland ing AT’s visit, it was com- Manufacturer: GHESA ments, “On the Dutch website like we are going to end the already owns some land with mented that this attraction Fuentes en Watergames Zoover, people can comment year with more than 600,000 a lake behind the park. This would doubtfully be installed & More on their day trips. This year we visitors,” says Borst. “We had area is meant for future in- in America. While rope type Number of water jets: 136 ended up with 8.6 points (out around 500,000 vistors last vestments. Besides new rides courses have become a com- Height of water projection: of 10), just 0.1 point behind year. I think that’s quite an im- there are plans to build a hotel mon addition, Toverland has 15 meters Efteling. The German Freizeit pressive growth.” resort as well. But for now, we made theirs much more ad- Tester Team gave us the award Indeed. invite everybody to discover venturous with splash ponds Clearly, this is a dramatic for best park addition 2013 in When asked about future our newest area, the Magische below, along with fountains enlargement of the park. But it Europe.” plans Borst reports, “Not yet. Vallei.” If you’re not subscribing to AMUSEMENT TODAY’s Print Edition, Then you’re not getting THE WHOLE STORY !

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The In addition to the seasonal train rides, sing-a-longs, daz- holiday celebrations have shows and attractions, the Sea zling lights shows, and live been in full swing since No- Of Trees is a popular destina- musical performances. vember 23. tion. It features more than 100 Here is a look at what Some of those offerings in- massive trees, each sparkling, some of those parks are offer- clude: a journey to the North lighted and choreographed to Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tenn., is presenting a brand new ing for the 2013 festivities. Pole on The Polar Express Ex- classic holiday tunes. musical production this year, Dollywood's A Christmas Carol. perience; a trip to the South The Christmas Market The new production is using holograms for the actors. Here features artisans and culinary are three of the four holograms, Dolly Parton, Jacob Marley delights. Santa’s Fireside Feast and the Ghost of Christmas Present, on the production set. offers guests up close and per- Parton wrote the songs for the musical. Dollywood's holiday sonal interaction with Santa celebrations began Nov. 9. COURTESY DOLLYWOOD and Mrs. Claus. sized holograms. the Night Before Christmas, O’ Dollywood “When they told me they Holy Night, Christmas with Pigeon Forge, Tenn. were going to make a holo- The Kingdom Heirs and Carol Patrons to the 2013 Dol- gram out of me, I thought they of the Trees. lywood’s Smoky Mountain were crazy,” Parton said, be- Guests also can experience Christmas will not only be fore the opening of the produc- the nightly Parade of Lights, a greeted by four million daz- tion. “But when I saw how real festive procession of larger- zling lights and Dollywood’s it looked on stage, I couldn’t than-life toys and characters, holiday entertainment and believe it. I’m not sure this an array of rides, as well as food, but they will also be able world can handle two Dolly Santa’s Workshop, where the SeaWorld Orlando officials have created offerings for all to experience a brand new Partons, but I’m excited folks smallest guests can share their ages during this year’s Sea World’s Christmas Celebration, production, Dollywood’s A will be able to see ‘the other wish list with Kris Kringle. being held on select dates through Dec. 31. The holiday cel- Christmas Carol. Dolly’ reminding families that Dollywood’s popular ebrations have been in full swing since November 23. The The holiday celebration it’s not what you have but who Smoky Mountain Miniature festivities feature a live nativity scene production (above) opened November 9 and will you have, just like ole Scrooge Railroad is also back after a and Shamu's Christmas Miracles (below). run through January 4. figures out in the end.” well-received debut in 2012. COURTESY SEAWORLD ORLANDO This groundbreaking pro- Eight new songs written Families can finish their duction uses holographic by Parton for the 45-minute visit with a traditional Christ- technology to bring Dolly Par- musical underscore the new mas meal as Dollywood’s ton to the stage as the Ghost show. Because the story is set menus feature several holi- of Christmas Past. This spe- in the U.K., Parton gave the day-themed items. cial twist on Charles Dickens’ music a classic U.K. feeling by classic tale marks the first time infusing each song with classic Santa Cruz holograms have been featured Scots-Irish rhythms as well as Beach Boardwalk in a theatrical setting, allow- musical and lyrical structures Santa Cruz, Calif. ing Parton to perform, albeit borrowed from traditional A seasonal tradition re- as a hologram, in each perfor- English folk songs. turns to Santa Cruz with the mance. Several other shows have Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Parton’s Ghost of Christ- returned this year to the holi- Train. Vintage excursion cars, mas Past, Jacob Marley and day celebrations. They include adorned with thousands of the Ghosts of Christmases Christmas in the Smokies, An colorful lights, roll through Present and Future are all life- Appalachian Christmas, ‘Twas 4See HOLIDAYS, page 12 Creating Memories & Profitability

• abc rides switzerland • Cogan Kiddie Rides • Moser Rides • Used Rides & Games • Wattman Trains Nashville Zoo Train www.intermarkridegroup.com Voodoo Interactive Raft, abc rides Hoopla, Moser Rides Wattman Mini Express TEL 615.370.9625 FAX 615.370.8852 12 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 HOLIDAYS AMUSEMENT Continued from page 11 MARKET PLACE city streets past homes of San- ta Cruz. Revelers may join in a sing-along or sip hot-spiced EXPLORING SALE OR MERGER OPPORTUNITIES cider, listen to musical entertainment, and enjoy a visit from Santa. The trip takes 60 minutes. The merriment continues at Santa’s Kingdom at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Ticket holders have a choice of one activity: “Holiday” miniature golf, laser tag, or arcade 35-year-old, 20-acre park with 100 acres to expand games. The activity ticket is Successful, growing, now formulating new five-year plan. included with the Holiday Contact only Harry | [email protected] Lights Train ticket price. www.thunder-island.com Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in The seasonal tradition Santa Cruz Holiday Lights has re- front of Neptune’s Kingdom turned to Santa Cruz for another year. The train, which de- on the Boardwalk of Santa parts and returns from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, takes Cruz. passengers on a 60-minute tour of Santa Cruz. Adorned with The holiday celebration thousands of lights, the vintage excursion cars offer singing, at Santa Cruz began this year entertainment, a visit from Santa and hot spiced cider. on November 29 and lasts COURTESY SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK through December 23 on se- Scotch pine scented candles. and pose for photos. lect dates. Guests wanting to sing There are about 20 rides Christmas carols can do so operating and re-themed for Silver Dollar City as they ride the Silver Dollar the holidays. Branson, Mo. Steam Train and for nighttime Guests also may enjoy Silver Dollar City’s An thrills, most of the rides and several live performances in- Old Time Christmas trans- the park’s six roller coasters cluding “Deck the Halls,” forms the 1880s-style park into are open after dark with great ”Gloria!,” “Miracles,” and “O an evening wonderland, fea- views of the lights from above. Tannenbaum.” turing the Christmas on Main Street light and sound show, Busch Gardens Hersheypark 1,000 decorated Christmas Williamsburg, Va. Hershey, Pa. trees, a Holiday Light Parade, Officials at Busch Gardens The magic of the holidays two Broadway-style produc- Williamsburg invite guests comes to life at Hersheypark tions, festive holiday foods of the 2013 Christmas Town Christmas Candylane. With and over five million lights, event to sip on the signature two million twinkling lights, along with rides. peppermint fudge hot choco- rides for all ages, festive deco- In temperatures down to late while strolling through rations, and Hershey’s Prod- 42 degrees, guests can soar Christmas Town’s latest addi- uct Characters decked out into the night while viewing tion, Holiday Hills, a nostalgic in their holiday best, there is the park’s lights from above. vision of mid-20th-century something for all to enjoy. The holiday celebration Christmas traditions complete Among special features began November 2 and runs with tin toys and miles of gar- are: the Christmas show, A through December 30 on se- land. Rockin’ Music Box Christmas; lect dates. Christmas Town, Busch a visit by Santa’s reindeer; A five-story special effects Gardens holiday celebrations, quaint village shops; an array Christmas tree is the park cen- began November 22 and will of holiday foods; special holi- terpiece. The towering icon run through December 31. day gifts given to ZooAmerica comes to life at dusk each Attractions abound in the animals; and an opportunity evening when the Christmas park. Some of those are: the for children to decorate their on Main Street shows begins. park’s 50-foot tall, light-ani- own holiday treats. During the shows, the tree mated Christmas tree; Mistle- In addition, there are over NEW blazes in synchronization to toe Marketplace, an outdoor 30 rides operating during the PORTABLE the musical movements of marketplace offering hand- festivities that began Novem- Christmas songs with up to made items made by local ar- ber 29 and runs through De- MAZES! 100 light changes per second. tisans; Polar Pathway, which cember 27. Steel Framework is This, while lights on build- turns the park’s Escape from Easy to Assemble & Break-down. ings, in hanging canopies over Pompeii area into a waterfall Legoland California NEW Mazes by: Main Street and on Christmas of lights; Ice Palace: A Penguin Carlsbad, Calif. trees around the Square flash Paradise, which offers lights, During Holiday Snow Ask about our Maze Themes: Aqua, Miner’s, Safari Aqua along with it, accompanied by snow, and an up-close encoun- Days and Winter Nights, and Ropes Mazes. surround-sound, create a very ter with live penguins; Santa’s Legoland’s Fun Town trans- World’s #1 Maze Builder popular holiday experience. Fireside Feast, an intimate forms into a winter wonder- There are 100 demonstrat- experience for families visit- land where families throw 970.531.5334 / www.AmazenMazes.com ing craftsmen on hand offering with Santa and Mrs. Claus snowballs at Lego-themed ing unique handmade holiday and includes a buffet dinner; targets and build snowmen items, from blown glass orna- and Santa’s Workshop, which using Lego accessories. The Keep our amusement park industry strong! ments, angels and snowmen offers the young ones an op- park uses 50 tons of real snow Buy products and services from these suppliers. to pottery dessert platters and portunity to sit on Santa’s lap 4See HOLIDAYS, page 13 December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 13 holiday treats such as Bavar- Mrs. Claus, as well water fun HOLIDAYS ian Bratwursts, buttery mash in the indoor waterpark. This Continued from page 12 potatoes, sweet potato fries, celebration began November during the holiday celebra- churros, warm spiced apple 29 and will run through De- tion, which began November cider, and holiday cookies. All cember 29. 29 and will run through De- delicious treats are available cember 31. for purchase throughout the Stone Mountain Park New this year, children celebration. Atlanta, Ga. can enjoy their first snow-tub- Stone Mountain Park of- ing experience gliding down fers patrons visiting during seven-foot tall snow-covered Six Flags Ent. Corp. the holidays the glow of more tube runs. Grand Prairie, Texas than two million lights, festive Park guests can also sing Several Six Flags parks music and visits from holiday along with holiday entertain- bring holiday festivities to characters, including the fa- ment including live musicals their guests. Six Flags Over mous red-nosed reindeer. including Lego Friends Live, Texas, Arlington; Six Flags Fi- The festivities began No- Jingle Jammers, the Big Test esta Texas, San Antonio; and vember 9 and will continue Above, fireworks each night Dec. 26-30, and this 30-foot tall Holiday show and the Holi- Six Flags Discover King, Valle- through January 1. Christmas tree made from 245,000 forest green Duplo bricks day Character Dance Party! jo, Calif., all hold Holiday in New for 2013 is Rudolph are just part of the festivities at Legoland California Resort, Holiday Snow Days con- the Park. It started this year the Red-Nosed Reindeer join- Carlsbad, Calif. Below, at Stone Mountain Park, Atlanta, this tinue with the lighting of the on November 29 and will run ing the popular park charac- view of the Crossroads area of the park offers patrons the world’s largest Lego Christ- through January 5. ters to greet visitors and create glow of more than two million lights. COURTESY LEGOLAND and STONE MOUNTAIN PARK mas tree. Holiday celebrations in- many photo opportunities. The 30-foot tall Christmas clude dazzling lights and Live shows abound in- tree is created out of more decorations, holiday themed cluding: Forever Christmas, than 245,000 forest green Du- shows, caroling, gifts and tra- with Christmas songs of the plo bricks and is adorned with ditional and non-traditional past and present; Holly Jol- more than 400 Lego orna- seasonal foods and beverages. ly Cabaret; Toyrific!; and A ments. Six Flags Great Escape Crossroads Christmas Carol. A surprise celebrity guest Lodge and Indoor Water Park, The Polar Express 4-D will pull the switch that lights Lake George, N.Y., holds a Experience, a state-of-the-art the tree during the annual tree Holiday in the Lodge celebra- movie tradition, is back as al- lighting ceremony on Decem- tion with thousands of glim- ways and rides will be operat- ber 2. mering lights, a 25-foot tall ing during the daytime. Fireworks spark each Christmas tree, caroling, holi- The park offers a variety night Dec. 26-30. day themed shows and activi- of holiday foods. Other festivities include ties and visits from Santa and

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50 1428 Maple Ave. • Hamilton, OH 45011 • 513.737.9012 • www.TheBigIdeaPeople.com 14 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 Maurer spinning coaster opens at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk SANTA CRUZ, Calif. car. The ride features 1,410 — The Santa Cruz Beach feet of track and maximum FAST FACTS Boardwalk announced in height of 50 feet. The spin- Name/Park October that its new Under- ning cars reach a top speed Undertow/ tow spinning roller coaster of 40 mph as they negotiate Santa Cruz had passed inspections and the compact course. Beach Boardwalk, would be running week- Manufactured by Ger- Santa Cruz, Calif. ends on a limited schedule man coaster specialist Mau- for the remainder of the rer Söhne, Undertow is the Type 2013 season. An official only spinning coaster in Compact steel opening will be scheduled Northern California. Un- spinning coaster for Spring 2014. dertow took over the loca- “We surprised our tion previously occupied Height/Length/Speed guests with a sneak preview by the SDC-built Hurricane 50 feet/1,410/feet/40 mph [in October] and the re- steel coaster, which was sponse was fantastic, ” said moved to Western Play- Ride Vehicles Boardwalk spokesman Kris land. Seven individual cars Reyes. “People are very ex- “As is the case with seating two riders each cited to discover that every most new amusement park in pairs back-to-back The Santa Cruz Beach ride on Undertow is differ- rides, there may be some Boardwalk opened Under- ent. We think this is a great unexpected ride delays Supplier tow, a new spinning coaster new ride for our park.” during operating hours for Maurer Söhne supplied by Maurer Söhne. Munich, Germany Perched atop the Board- Undertow utilizes in- the first few weekends,” walk’s bumper car pavilion, dividual cars each holding added Reyes. four riders seated back-to- The ride was delayed in Cost/Opened Undertow features 1,410 $5.5 million/October 2013 feet of track and a peak back in pairs. The ride expe- opening due to the ride hav- height of 50 feet farther rience changes every time, ing to adapt to several Cali- codes required by Germa- above the building’s roof. depending on the weight fornia safety codes which ny’s TUV and ASTM in the COURTESY SCBB and position of riders in the exceed even the strictest of U.S. Sesame Place planning largest financial investment in 2014 LANGHORNE, Pa. — Sesame Place will open its furriest land ever in May 2014 — Cookie’s Monster Land. As part of the park’s largest financial investment to date, Cookie Monster will serve as host to all of his monster friends in this colorful and imaginative new land featuring five rides, a three-story net climb and a soft play area for the park’s youngest visitors. The new Cookie’s Monster Land will include: •Two new rides supplied by Italian manufacturer Zam- perla: Cookie’s High C’s Adventure and Oscar’s Rotten Rusty Rockets. •Two existing Zamperla rides currently in the park are being re-themed: Flying Cookie Jars and Monster Mix-Up. •One ride coming from sister park Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: The Honker Dinger Derby. Originally manufactured by Tivoli, the park is working with Premier Rides on the installa- tion process. •Two original soft play designs/created in conjunction with VOA: Monster Clubhouse and Mini Monster Clubhouse. In addition to the new rides and attractions, children can take home their cherished memories with Cookie Monster, Elmo, and all of their monster friends in the refreshed 1-2-3 Smile with Me! photo location. Also, families can satisfy their appetites at Cookie’s Sometimes Anytime Food Market, which Sesame Place will open the new Cookie’s Monster Land in 2014. Touted as the park’s largest will be serving an expanded menu of grab-and-go meal options. financial investment to date, this major expansion will feature five rides tailored for children Grand opening celebration for the expansion is slated for and two new soft play areas. Additionally, the park will offer the refreshed 1-2-3 Smile with May 2014. Me! photo location and Sometimes Anytime Food Market. COURTESY SESAME PLACE Through the smiles, the seasons & the miles – Financing everything for the outdoor amusement industry since 2000. Prairie Financial The outdoor amusement Division of Boulevard Bank Paul Muller [email protected] Mark Walker A division of [email protected] Wade Muller blvdbank.com/outdoor-amusement [email protected] 816-554-3863 December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 15

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PO BOX 638 • Plainview, Texas 79072 • (806) 293-1353 • www.larsonintl.com 16 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 17 The Bat takes flight again at Kings Island KINGS ISLAND, Ohio — Thirty-three years ago, Kings FAST FACTS Island’s guests were capti- vated by The Bat, a prototype Between 1981 and 1993, suspended roller coaster de- Arrow Development/Arrow Dy- signed and built by industry namics built 10 suspended roll- pioneer Arrow Development er coasters. Unlike the Inverted coaster, which utilize a ridged Company. First introduced in chassis, the true Suspended 1981, this wonderfully enter- 2014 with the re-branding of Coaster features vehicles that taining ride flew sporadically the park’s Flight Deck coaster swing out on the turns and of- for three seasons until finally into The Bat. A product of Ar- fer a significantly more thrilling being retired in 1983. Since row Dynamics (Arrow Devel- ride experience. Using Arrow then, guests fortunate enough opment’s successor), Flight track and vehicle patents, Ve- koma built three other units, to have ridden The Bat contin- Deck (aka Top Gun from KI’s which it calls the Swinging ue to lament its departure. Paramount days) is a second- Turns. In homage to that great generation suspended coaster ride, Kings Island plans to res- that has thrilled riders since ARROW INSTALLATIONS urrect its enigmatic spirit in 1993. Sporting an action- The Bat Kings Island Kings Islands will pay homage to one of the great rides of its 1981-83 past by re-branding its Flight Deck (seen here as Top Gun) suspended roller coaster into The Bat in 2014. The Bat was XLR-8 Six Flags AstroWorld a first-generation suspended coaster produced by industry 1984-2005 pioneer Arrow Development. Similar to the color scheme of its namesake, the ‘new’ Bat will feature orange track with Big Bad Wolf two shades of charcoal for the support columns and struc- Busch Gardens Williamsburg ture along with trains painted black. 1984-2009 COURTESY KINGS ISLAND Iron Dragon packed 2,352-foot-long layout characteristics of the ride. Sim- Cedar Point spread over undulating ter- ilar to a bat in flight, riders soar 1987-present rain, the popular coaster cel- through the air, swooping, cir- ebrated its 20th anniversary cling and diving unexpectedly Ninja in 2013, giving its 20-millionth as they enjoy this ride.” Six Flags Magic Mountain 1988-present ride in June. When it opens next Kings Island officials are spring, The Bat will feature a Vampire* well aware of the The Bat’s new color scheme similar to Chessington near-mythical status. “There that which graced its name- World of Adventures was a lot of passion and en- sake – orange track with two 1990-present thusiasm around this name shades of charcoal for the sup- Vortex change by our guests,” said port columns and structure. Canada’s Wonderland Operating sporadically (1981-83), The Bat was Arrow Devel- Kings Island’s Vice President Appropriately, the seven-car 1991-present opment’s first commercial attempt to create a suspended and General Manager Greg trains will be painted black. coaster system. Featuring two lifts, this legendary attraction Scheid. “They told us this is a The Bat is one of 14 roller Hayabusa offered a wild, sometimes terrifying ride experience due name they wanted us to bring coasters at Kings Island. It will Tokyo Summerland 1992-2005 to its outrageous aerial acrobatics, particularly the intense back. We listened and we’re share its wooded valley with spiraling and wicked directional changes. It was eventual- excited our guests will again the new record-breaking Ban- Eagle Fortress ly replaced with the Arrow-designed Vortex multi-looping be able to fly The Bat at Kings shee, a B&M inverted coaster Everland coaster, which still occupies The Bat’s original boarding sta- Island in 2014. set to debut in 2014. 1992-2009 (standing tion. AT FILE “The name also fits the but not operating) Top Gun/Flight Deck/ The Bat Kings Island SUBSCRIBE 1993-present

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www.adventureandfun.com 1742 Barlow St., Traverse City, MI 49686 888.725.4FUN December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 19 WATERPARKS & RESORTS INDOOR FACILITIES AQUATIC CENTERS RECREATION SUPPLIERS WWA show attendees enjoy warmth of West Palm Beach WEST PALM BEACH, interested in as a waterpark booths, an increase in the •Best One-Booth Catego- Fla. — The tropical-like tem- owner,” said Fred Kenney, number of exhibitors from ry: Joe Bonk Jewels, Ormond peratures of West Palm Beach, president, Roseville Golfland. last year’s show in Las Vegas. Beach, Fla.; Florida, turned out to be an “The seminars are excellent. I New this year, exhibitors were •Best Two-Booth Catego- ideal location for waterpark always feel like we are hearing offered the chance to promote ry: Lonza Microbial Control, professionals to meet during from the best of the best.” their services and book ap- Alpharetta, Ga.; the WWA Symposium & Trade “The WWA Show always pointments via the WWA’s •Best Four-Booth Cat- Show held Sept. 30 to Oct. 3. gives us the opportunity to show microsite, WWASHOW. egory: Emerald FX, Norwalk, The 33rd annual event wel- stay on top of the latest indus- org, which featured a Who’s Ohio; comed approximately 1,500 try trends, make key industry Exhibiting page, showcasing •Best Eight-Booth Catego- owners, operators, develop- contacts and solidify relation- WWA exhibit hall each company’s logo, profile ry: ProSlide Technology, Inc., ers, suppliers and designers; ships with customers; and sees increase in and contact information. Ottawa, Ontario, and a strong turnout following a they proved it again in West number of exhibitors The following companies •Best of Show: WhiteWa- season that presented signifi- Palm Beach,” said Evelyn Her- The 2013 WWA Trade were awarded for their cre- ter West Industries Ltd., Rich- cant weather-related challeng- nandez, regional sales direc- Show featured 100,000 square ative and impactful exhibits at mond, British Columbia. es for many parks across the tor, Rain Drop. feet of exhibit space with 349 the show: 4See WWA, page 20 United States and Europe. “This was a tough year for a lot of parks — probably one of the most difficult in the WWA announces 2013 Wave Review winners past decade, but our members Key (winner listed in order, based b) Mountain Creek Waterpark, Vernon, N.J. know bad seasons come and on annual attendance) c) Beach Park Hotels E Turismo S/A, Aquiraz, Brazil go and the WWA show is a a) Up to 100,000 annual attendance one-of-a-kind opportunity to b) 100,000 to 250,000 annual attendance Promotion come together as an industry c) 250,000 & up annual attendance a) The Beach Waterpark, Mason, Ohio to solve problems, craft solu- b) Adventure Landing, Jacksonville Beach, Fla. tions and get inspired,” said Billboard c) Great Wolf Lodge, Madison, Wis. WWA President Rick Root. a) Family Aquatic Center at Chandler Park, Detroit, Mich. “Our first-time venue of West b) Mountain Creek Waterpark, Vernon, N.J. Radio Commercial Palm Beach provided a great c) Hyland Hills Water World, Federal Heights, Colo. a) Andy Alligator’s Water Park, Norman, Okla. (tie) backdrop for the fresh collec- a) The Beach Waterpark, Mason, Ohio (tie) tion of sessions, inspiring key- Brochure b) Breakwater Beach Waterpark, Seaside Heights, N.J. notes and an exhibit hall filled a) Splash Universe Water Park Resort, Dundee, Mich. b) Beach Park Hotels E Turismo S/A, Aquiraz, Brazil with innovative products.” b) Myrtle Waves Water Park, Myrtle Beach, S.C. This year, attendees came c) Zoombezi Bay, Powell, Ohio Social Media Campaign from parks large and small, a) The Beach Waterpark, Mason, Ohio public and private, indoor Direct Mail b) Wave Die Wörgler Wasserwelt, Worgl, Austria and outdoor, from all over the a) Zoom Flume Water Park, East Durham, N.Y. c) Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. world driving growth of close b) The Pump House at Jay Peak, Jay, Vt. to 10 percent in international c) Aquatica San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas TV Commerical attendance. Active leisure a) Soaring Eagle Waterpark & Hotel, Mt. Pleasant, Mich. markets were represented Email Campaign b) The Pump House at Jay Peak, Jay, Vt. from 25 countries. a) The Beach Waterpark, Mason, Ohio c) Kalahari Resorts, Wisconsin Dells, Wis. “The overall conference b) Fallsview Waterpark, Ontario, Canada was top notch,” said Mark c) Aquatica San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas Website N. Abdo, aquatics supervi- a) Andy Alligator’s Water Park, Norman, Okla. sor for the City of Largo, Poster b) Wild River Country, North Little Rock, Ark. Florida.“Sessions were as di- a) Andy Alligator’s Water Park, Norman, Okla. c) Great Wolf Lodge, Madison, Wis. verse as the people and coun- b) Golfland Sunsplash, Mesa, Ariz. tries represented creating a c) Kalahari Resorts, Wisconsin Dells, Wis. YouTube Campaign wonderful networking experi- a) Andy Alligator’s Water Park, Norman, Okla. ence.“ Print Media b) Adventure Landing, Jacksonville Beach, Fla. “I really love the WWA a) Soaring Eagle Waterpark & Hotel, Mt. Pleasant, Mich. c) Beach Park Hotels E Turismo S/A, Aquiraz, Brazil show. It zeros in on what I am 20 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 Beverage School; both work- tion to guest and employee WWA shops featured speakers from safety; excellence in leader- Continued from page 19 key parks like Disney, Wet ‘n ship; innovation and creativity Wild Orlando, SplashDown in designing new themes and WWA’s education program Beach, Aquatica, and Raging attractions; and the develop- exceeds expectations Waters among others, ment of standards that raise The WWA has a long his- “Once again our slate of the bar for the industry over- tory of providing the best in speakers really delivered an all. water leisure training and outstanding mix of fresh ideas “We believe that people in education. Owners, operators and time-tested best prac- our industry need more rec- and developers looking for tices,” said Chris Landgrave, ognition for all the amazing ways to build business, make chairman of the WWA Educa- things that they do to bring improvements in their operation Committee. “It was clear joy to the lives of their guests tions and develop their teams how much our attendees were and clients in the safest man- walked away from the WWA engaged with the topics by lis- ner possible on a daily basis,” Show with an abundance of tening to their active participa- said Jim Basala, chairman of new ideas on everything from tion in the classroom.” the WWA’s board of directors. safety to revenue generation, Best speaker awards went The WWA inducted six in- Above, WWA show attendees took advantage of the many maintenance, marketing and to Lake White, Starfish Aquat- dividuals into the WWA Hall seminars, including this educational seminar, during the an- more. ics Institute and Judith Leb- of Fame, which honors the nual meeting. Below, the trade show floor provided an op- This 2013 WWA program lein Josephs, Judith Leblein water leisure industry’s most portunity for park owners and operators to visit one on one offered a strong mix of top- Josephs Enterprises LLC. important visionary pioneers with key waterpark suppliers. ics addressing longer term and innovators. This year’s COURTESY WWA planning strategies as well as WWA board presents honorees were: issues effecting day-to-day Industry Awards and the •Gary Bennett, Princeton operations such as risk man- Hall of Fame inductees Development, Inc.; agement, hiring, training, and The Board Awards and •Phil Dexter, Big Surf Wa- legislative issues. Sessions in- Hall of Fame inductee recog- terpark; cluded a panel on the soon- nition are always a highlight •Bob and Billye Henry, to-be-released Model Aquatic of the show. Each year the Schlitterbahn Waterparks; Health Code, the new WWA board recognizes member •Randy Mendioroz, University: Waterpark Main- contributions in a variety of Aquatic Design Group, Inc. tenance School and the updat- areas significant to the indus- and ed WWA University: Food & try’s success such as: dedica- •Ricardo Castillo Sinibal- di, IRTRA. The WWA Board of Direc- tors Awards recognized the exceptional accomplishments of 21 recipients in 2013 including: •Al Turner Memorial Boomerang Twist at Nagashi- corporately owned water- Commitment to Excellence ma Resort parks. New this year, WWA Award: The Aragona Family, •Emerging Leaders Em- instituted an award category Zoom Flume Water Park, East ployee of the Year Award: for YouTube campaigns. Durham, N.Y.; Santokh Singh Melanie Alline, NRH20 Fami- “So many of our members Chawla, Polo Rak Amusement ly Water Park, North Richland are using YouTube and so- LLC, Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E.; Hills, Texas; Mercedes Brun- cial media outlets in brilliant Kristie Moses, Sage Hospital- ner, Adventure Landing, Jack- ways,” said Aleatha Ezra, di- ity CoCo Key Resort, Orlando, sonville Beach, Fla.; Matthew rector of park member devel- Fla. Stevens, SplashDown Beach opment. “It’s always fun to see •Executive Board Award: Water Park, Fishkill, N.Y.; so many different creative ap- Matt Boyd, Whale’s Tale Wa- Huntington Wozniak, The proaches to building relation- terpark, Lincoln, N.H.; Sasha Wave Waterpark, Vista, Calif. ships with waterpark custom- Mateer, Deep River Water- •And, new for 2013, ers.” park, Crown Point, Ind.; Chris Cailee Hepler, Breakers Wa- See all the Wave Review Swartz, NRH20 Family Water ter Park, Marana, Ariz. was winners in sidebar box, page Park, North Richland Hills, given the Emerging Leaders, 19. Texas. Heroes Among Us Award; •Kelly Ogle Memorial awarded to a part-time or sea- WWA returns to Las Vegas Safety Award: Tony Hacker, sonal employee working at a The association an- Golfland Entertainment Cen- seasonal or year-round facility nounced that it will welcome ters, Mesa, Ariz.; Mike How- who played an integral role in attendees back to Las Vegas, ard, Coney Island, Cincinnati, an event, inside or outside the the “entertainment capital of Ohio. park, that impacted guests or the world,” in 2014. •Leading Edge Award: the local community in a sig- “Vegas offers a unique Alpamare & ProSlide Tech- nificant way. combination of excitement, en- nology Inc. for their work on tertainment and glitz and our Splash & Spa Tamaro; Kin- Wave Review Awards attendees are always excited ston/Lenoir County Parks & Recipients of WWA’s when we get to go back,” said Recreation and Avalanche popular Wave Review mar- Root. The WWA show will be Waterslides, Inc., Family Fun keting competition were also headquartered at the Paris Las Corporation and Water Tech- recognized during the Key- Vegas, which features its own nology, Inc. for their work on note Session. Winners’ work convention center and is cen- Lions Water Adventure; Na- represented successful mar- trally located to some of the gashima Resort & WhiteWater keting campaigns from small hottest spots on the Strip. West Industries Ltd. for the public-sector facilities to large December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 21 22 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013

Public-private ‘micro-waterparks’ prove popular Service, civic alliances drive Hawaiian Falls founder David Busch STORY: Dean Lamanna 2000s, Busch found himself re- [email protected] hooked by the business of fun. LAS COLINAS, Texas Today, the entrepreneur — Most amusement innova- splits his time between his tors view success as a mea- home in El Dorado Hills, Calif., sure of patents, park atten- and tending to his parks, em- dance and profits. For David ployees and several hundred Busch, founder and president thousand patrons in North of Hawaiian Falls waterparks, applied both a faith-based op- Texas. “Who knew that I would first and foremost is seeing erations approach and public- ever be in this business?” said how much his properties can private financing to his Texas- Busch, recalling his youthful strengthen family bonds, build based amusement enterprises fascination with carnivals and employee character and effect since 2003. With waterparks the now-defunct Fairyland positive change in the commu- in Garland, The Colony, Man- Park in Kansas City. “Here, it nity. sfield, Roanoke and Waco, plus turns out, it’s been my life.” The industry veteran has two water / year-round action Amusement Today spoke park projects representing a with Busch about his journey. Hawaiian Falls Founder and President David Busch (far right) $38 million investment expect- FAST FACTS with wife Julie and son Brian. Creating a positive impact on ed to open near Fort Worth and Your participation in the families and communities is the overriding mission of Busch’s Austin next spring and another Hawaiian Waters project on Company park operations. COURTESY HAWAIIAN FALLS Hawaiian Falls Entertainment $40 million venture planned Oahu re-ignited your passion operates Hawaiian Falls for Elk Grove, Calif., the Ha- for the industry. What did you In recent years, cities have a waterpark?” Water Parks and waiian Falls business model want to do differently? struggled to keep such fa- You briefly considered Adventure Parks has proven a solid one. Waterpark projects are cilities funded, and we found bringing on a financial part- 3100 Premier Drive, Busch, 63, has been in the hard to get approved and fi- that there was a need. They ner last summer. What led you Suite 200 industry long and lucratively nanced, and they have an im- were saying, “If we’re going to this, and then what led you Las Colinas, Texas 75056 enough to have retired several pact on neighborhoods. But I (972) 382-7885 to spend this kind of money away from it? Email: info@hfalls. com times by now. In 1973, as a re- always wondered what could on an aquatic center, let’s get The last few years, we’ve Website: www.hfalls.com cent journalism graduate, the make them easier. some bang out of it and have geared up our infrastructure Wheaton, Mo., native landed So I thought, “What if we it pay for itself.” So that’s re- to handle significant growth Key Management in Kansas City at Worlds of cut the same concept down to ally where we find ourselves — doubling from five parks to David Busch, Fun, which was owned by his seven acres?” You’d still have these days. The communities 10 parks. Bringing in a partner Founder & CEO former employer, Lamar Hunt, all the attractions, but rather are contacting us and saying, would help us recover some Pamela Wesley who also owned the Kan- than a 20- or 30-acre facility, “We’ve got this flat, rectangu- costs. A partner would find the VP of Finance sas City Chiefs football team. you’d have more of a seven- to lar aquatic center. Would you public-private arrangement Evan Barnett Busch established and ran the 10-acre facility. It would bring Regional VP guys be interested in either attractive, too, because there Steve Mayer park’s marketing department down your break-even levels taking it over or partnering would be less capital invest- Central Texas Regional Dir. during the next 13 years. and perhaps allow you to part- with us to make it into more of 4See BUSCH, page 24 Don Nava In 1986, Busch and his ner with cities that have a need People Development brother, having launched a new for it. The micro-waterpark Dir./Life Fitness company called Family Recre- concept came out of that. Steve Bushing ation Enterprises with a finan- With our first project in VP of New Construction cial partner, sold everything Garland, the city’s aquatic fa- Clint Hill and relocated their families to cilities were lacking and it was North Texas Regional Dir. Sacramento, Calif., where they looking for some ways to offer Mike Prince VP of Construction had purchased a bankrupt wa- cooler summer activities. That Skip Wallace terpark. They parlayed their was in August 2002, and by Dir. of Sales success with that property into that November, we had nego- the acquisition of two Phoenix tiated a 50-year lease and got- Full Time/Seasonal waterparks, Waterworld and ten construction underway. We Employees Big Surf — both later sold — opened Memorial Day of 2003 45/1,500 and, in Northern California, — and since then we’ve done built a family entertainment four more. Parks center and another waterpark. How has the public-pri- (year opened; all Texas locations) The company divested of its vate micro-waterpark model Garland (2003) remaining properties and dis- been mutually beneficial? 11 acres, 20 attractions solved in 1996 when its Kansas The timing is always im- The Colony (2004) City-based financial partner portant. In the mid-1990s and 12 acres, 22 attractions decided to exit. even before, cities were flush Mansfield (2008) Busch kicked around Sac- with cash and were able to 12 acres, 25 attractions ramento for a couple years, build their own aquatic cen- Roanoke (2011) mostly being a dad to his three ters. And they could withstand 10 acres, 18 attractions young children and doing non- a few hundred thousand dol- Waco (2012) Hawaiian Falls’ leadership recently held a corporate retreat 14 acres, 20 attractions profit work. Then, a friend lars in annual operating losses. asked him to help build and These facilities really don’t act at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, including (front row, Pflugerville (2014) left to right) Clint Hill, regional director — North Texas; Evan 23 acres, 40 attractions manage a waterpark on Oahu, as an economic generator or White Settlement (2014) Hawaii, that became Hawai- catalyst — they’re for the local Barnett, regional vice president; Pamela Wesley, vice presi- 16 acres, 30 attractions ian Waters (today, it’s Wet ‘n’ community and don’t employ dent of finance; David Busch, CEO; and Don Nava, director —Source: Hawaiian Falls Wild Hawaii). By the early a lot of people. of people development and Life Fitness. COURTESY DAVID ALVEY December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 23 MEDIA

24 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 NEWSPAPER EMPLOYEE IN GOOD STANDING B.NEWS JEFFREYDEREK SHAW L. SEIFERTSPLASH This aerial view of Hawaiian Falls Mansfield shows the EDITORIALEDITORIAL COMPILED: Jeffrey L. Seifert, [email protected] micro-waterpark approach the company takes when constructing park properties. MEDIAMEDIASplashdown Quaywest waterpark in Paignton, England, Below, David Busch (right) and Mike Prince, vice presi- CREDENTIALCREDENTIAL hadVALID VALIDa record number of visitors for the 2013 summer season. dent of construction were all smiles during the 2010 MoreTHROUGHTHROUGH than 201260,0002010 guests walked through the gates — a opening of the Torpedo slides (WhiteWater) at the 42 percent increase over the previous year’s season. Jackie Hawaiian Falls Mansfield property. Richmond, group marketing manager for Splashdown water- AERIAL COURTESY DAVID ALVEY; AT FILE GARYparks, SLADE said, “This has been a bumper year for us. We are, of PUBLISHER,course, AMUSEMENT affected TODAY by the weather, and this year in a very positive way, but we have also benefited from the continuing ‘stayca- tion’ trend and also the massive improvement in the marketing of the English Riviera as a holiday destination by the English Riviera Tourism Company, since we’ve been operating down here. We’re very pleased.” Jon Lees, operations manager at Splashdown Quaywest, added: “There has been a real drive this year to focus on the visitor experience. This year we’ve launched a dance party night and a seasonal evening restaurant offer. We want to give families a unique, enjoyable and memorable experience when visiting us.” • A state-of-the-art indoor waterpark has opened in war-torn Kabul, Afghanistan. Four local Afghan businessmen pooled their cash and built the 24,760-square-foot facility at a cost This idea of kindness and equivalent to U.S. $5 million. The price of admission is about BUSCH consideration just melts my 500 Afghanis (U.S.$9) and although the average wage is U.S. Continued from page 22 heart. And it’s an initiative we $50 a week, a thriving middle class can afford such diversions. ment needed. continue to refine. Two days Although offering a new form of escape with towering slides, We found a couple of re- a week, we have voluntary whirlpool, sauna, huge wave pool and restaurants, guests are ally wonderful (potential) in-service for our employees still reminded that the park is in Afghanistan. An armed guard partners… but it occurred to us where we have speakers on at the door performs a full body search, and the clientele is that, even with initial synergy, character, integrity, honesty — almost all male. Most women still wear a head to toe burqa partnerships eventually break those immutable values that al- and segregation of the sexes and limits of the public activities permissible for women remain the norm. up. We love our model and low humanity to keep moving • what we stand for, and the fact forward. The new Splash Zone at the Military Road caravan park at we’re dedicated to families. We How does your faith influ- the West Beach tourist complex in Adelaide, South Australia, put families ahead of money ence your management style? is a big hit. The $500,000 (U.S. $475,000) is the first water- every day — our family of I gave my life to Christ. play area within a caravan (RV) park in Australia, and the 350 employees as well as the fami- Christian values form the belief square meters is open only to those staying in the park. The lies that are our guests. Many system with which we operate Splash Zone play area, with its heated water, provides children times, that’s just not the moti- the parks. with alternative to the park’s swimming pool, and the nearby vation for a business partner. One of the (potential) in- ocean beach. It’s much safer for the children and parents can At the end of the day, we vestment groups we talked to sit back in lounge chairs surrounding the Splash Zone and enjoy weren’t comfortable with it. was based in New York and, some reading and relaxation time. This isn’t a business for us, it’s and it was clear they weren’t • a mission. used to the kind of conversa- The City Council of Garden Grove, California, has approved a subsidy of at least $69 million in public funds and How is this reflected in tion we were having. They children age three to 14 and land to Great Wolf Lodge for the construction of a new facility your company culture? said, “Wait a minute — are their moms. But we’ve found just 10 minutes from Disneyland. The complete project, total- It’s about serving others. you a cult?” (laughs) They were that only about 50 percent of ing $300 million includes a 600-room resort along with 18,000 We really train the servant looking out for their investors the kids within five miles of our square feet of retail space and Great Wolf’s largest indoor leadership concept, and my job and were a little worried. parks have attended. We’ve got waterpark in the United States. The developer, Colorado- is to serve and to make the job It’s really basic human val- to do something about that. based McWhinney Enterprises, will receive $5 million when of our general managers and ues that we try to represent. We The world has changed so construction begins, along with a parcel of land valued at $22 staff the best it can be — and to want to make every guest feel much in terms of how to reach, million. Once the project is complete, the city will then pay the help them reach their potential. warm and comfortable in our inform and motivate people. developer another $42 million. The target date for completion We regularly award and recog- parks while providing them So we’re racing rapidly toward is June 30, 2015 — which coincides with the 60th anniversary of Disneyland. The hotel is expected to generate $8 million nize people who maintain this the opportunity to escape their the social and digital (market- annually in bed taxes for the city, based on an average room attitude. everyday life. ing) model. rate of $350 and 70 percent occupancy throughout the year. A great example is our pro- What else shapes your What do you love most If accurate, Garden Grove will break even on its investment in gram called Top 1. It stands for decision-making? about working in this indus- 8.5 years. “the other person first.” All of We have about 100 cus- try? • our staff, including me, wears tomers in our secret shopper Seeing our employees Piratesville, the splash pad at Byerly Park in Hartsville, a plain orange wristband. And / mom’s council. It’s a mix of grow, and seeing the fami- South Carolina, turned a profit of more than $18,000 during its it is up to every one of us dur- season pass holders and people lies as they come through the first season, generating total revenue of $65,000. City officials ing the day to do a simple act from all demographics who parks — their excitement and had anticipated the park would break even with operating of kindness — whether it’s for have complained or had some the memories that have been expenses and revenues both in the $47,500 range, particularly a guest, an employee, a spouse kind of concern about our made. It’s very satisfying to since the July 4 opening was more than six weeks later than or a child. When that happens, parks. They tell us about the know that you can help bring originally scheduled. you turn the wristband over good, the bad and ugly of our families together. Phil Gardner, director of parks and leisure services for the city said he was pleased that the numbers exceeded expecta- and it says, “Hawaiian Falls operations, and we’re happy Growing people, impact- tions. “The number of people that came out was phenomenal,” Top 1.” It’s one of those peer for that feedback. ing communities — that’s why Gardner said. “We had people come from out of town; we had things where everybody says, Where do you feel the I’m on this earth. So far, noth- people come from out of state.” “Hey, did you get your wrist- company needs improve- ing has made me think other- The splash pad was built at a cost of just over $615,000 band turned over? What did ment? wise. Gardner said. The city used $428,000 in unreserved funds from you do?” We know our market is the city’s hospitality tax. December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 25 BUSINESS REVENUE PEOPLE SAFETY SUPPLIERS Disney’s new MyMagic+ testing at Walt Disney World Resort During a visit to Walt Dis- sort hotel doors already being ney World Resort in early Oc- outfitted with the RFID locks, tober, AT had the opportunity one of the other most obvious to be part of the ongoing test aspects of the program is the phase for Disney’s MyMagic+, gradual replacement of tradi- an innovative new program tional turnstiles at theme park designed to enhance the Dis- entrances. A swipe of an index ney guest experience like nev- finger and a tap of an RFID- er before. enabled Key to the World, STORY: Scott Rutherford Annual Pass or MagicBand, [email protected] instantly grants one access to the venue. ORLANDO, Fla. — In development for more than five Breaking it down years, the multi-million dol- There are essentially three lar MyMagic+ is one of Dis- components to MyMagic+: the ney’s most comprehensive My Disney Experience app, With Disney’s MyMagic+, and revolutionary concepts to the MagicBand and FastPass+. turnstiles at theme parks date. The intent of MyMagic+ have been replaced with is to individualize the entire My Disney Experience app sleek gold posts with touch- guest experience by allowing The new website and free to-enter Mickey heads and visitors to make the most of mobile app, My Disney Ex- fingerprint recognition their visit. This ranges from perience, provides a one-stop scanners. The My Disney booking resort hotel reserva- shop for all things Walt Dis- Experience app (right) for tions and purchasing tickets ney World throughout every computers, tablets and to planning dining details and phase of a guest’s vacation. It smart phones allows guests reserving specific times for at- enables one to: to link their MagicBands tractions and other entertain- •Obtain information on and reserve virtually every ment, in many cases weeks or all Walt Disney World Resort aspect of the Disney even months in advance. has to offer, from resort hotels Resort visit. AT spoke with Marilyn and attractions to dining and COURTESY Waters, Walt Disney World merchandise. WALT DISNEY WORLD External Communications, •Design the overall expe- “magic” is made possible by Disney Resort hotel room. •Select FastPass+ attrac- about the current status of the rience, planning as much or as RFDI microchips embedded in •Enter Walt Disney World tions and entertainment ex- MyMagic+ program. “We are little as they wish. the band that are read by long theme parks and water parks. periences through My Disney in our ‘test and adjust’ phase, •Make dining and other and short-range receivers lo- •Purchase food and mer- Experience before they leave to ensure every aspect is ready reservations. cated throughout Walt Disney chandise. home as well as make changes for guests,” explained Waters. •Connect with family and World. •Provide FastPass+ access on the fly. “Ultimately this will enable friends to coordinate plans Available in five colors to the experiences selected •Reserve fireworks and us to take personalization and and share photos. (red, green, blue, pink and and serves as the connection parade viewing areas, shows, customization to a whole new •Navigate Walt Disney gray), the MagicBands can to Disney’s PhotoPass. Disney Character Greetings level and create even more World Resort using the new, be customized with the indi- MagicBands will be avail- and more, in addition to favor- moments that surprise and de- enhanced maps. vidual names and delivered able to all guests in coming ite attractions. light our guests. By testing the to a guest’s home before ar- months when MyMagic+ is •Choose FastPicks — a many elements of MyMagic+ MagicBand riving at the resort. The fully fully rolled out. set of FastPass+ selections that with our Cast Members and The MagicBand itself is waterproof MagicBand is an serve as a starting point and guests at Walt Disney World, a deceptively simple, light- all-in-one device that effort- Disney FastPass+ give guests the option to cus- we can make adjustments weight bracelet made of a lessly connects all the vacation FastPass+ is the next evo- tomize their selections. and improvements based on smooth, hypo-allergenic ma- choices guests make online lution of Disney’s original Like its predecessor, Dis- real-time feedback. Like any terial that comes in one size with My Disney Experience. FastPass virtual queuing sys- ney FastPass+ service is com- new offering, MyMagic+ will and is adjustable for report- The MagicBands allow guests tem, which was first intro- plimentary and will be in- evolve over time.” edly 95 percent of guests (a to do away with cash, tickets duced in late 1999. Disney cluded with each theme park And the evolution is well section can be peeled away and keys, and permit them to: FastPass+ service will allow admission. underway. Along with all re- for a small child’s wrist). The •Unlock the door to their guests to: 4See DISNEY, page 26 26 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 ney to sell “services that we DISNEY can now offer on a personal- Continued from page 25 ized basis, because we know Security who you are, where you are Some people have voiced and — if you tell us why are COMPILED: Scott Rutherford, concerns about how Disney you are coming to visit Walt [email protected] will use the information it col- Disney World for this vacation lects from visitors. According —whether you’re a first-time Approximately 16,000 walkers helped the previous year because of above-average to Waters, that is the beauty of visitor, a 50th-time visitor, it is raise nearly $2 million for Children’s Hospital temperatures. However, the Sunday before MyMagic+; it can be tailored your child’s fifth birthday, it is of Orange County at the 23rd annual CHOC Labor Day — with more than 71,000 attend- to each guest’s individual a graduation, it’s an anniver- Walk in the Park at the Disneyland Resort. A ing — set a record for attendance since the fair wants and needs, or guests sary. The more you share with total of $300,000 was donated by the Disney- came to Grand Island. may choose not to be part of us as a guest, the more we are land Resort, which includes matching funds • the program at all. “You give able to tailor services.” raised by the Disney VoluntEARS team and New York’s historic Ellis Island, through pre-event fundraising efforts, including a cast which more than 12 million immigrants passed us as much or as little informa- Disney has set no definite date for complete implementa- auction. The auction featured items such as an between 1892 and 1954, has re-opened its tion as you want to. We have original Autopia vehicle that raised $10,600. doors to the public following extensive repairs tion of MyMagic+ at Walt Dis- some guests who simply want CHOC Walk in the Park has been held at the to the halls and buildings of the Ellis Island ney World. But over the next to show up, buy a ticket and Disneyland Resort for the past 12 years. The Immigration Museum. Tourists on a ferry to go about their day. While there months, testing and tweaking Resort’s relationship with CHOC Children’s be- the Statue of Liberty, which reopened to visi- are others who like to plan ev- will continue. gan more than 50 years ago when Walt Dis- tors this summer, can also now disembark on erything down the nth degree. ney helped champion the need for a children’s Ellis Island, which forms part of the Statue of We’re not tracking your every MyMagic+ will spread hospital in Orange County. Liberty National Monument. Areas currently move through the park as with While Walt Disney World • open to visitors include the first and second a GPS,” said Waters. “But are will be the first Disney prop- The Minnesota State Fair in Falcon floors of the Great Hall, where new arrivals we going to know that you erty to receive MyMagic+, the Heights, Minn. has unveiled multimillion-dollar were once inspected for diseases, as well as rode Space Mountain at 3 p.m. program will eventually be plans to reshape its western edge, officially re- the main floor and gift shop. Lift access to the because you had a FastPass? offered at every Disney park naming Heritage Square the West End Market. second floor is expected to be restored by Yes, because that will let us around the world. But there The $15 million overhaul will feature an am- early next year. know what phitheater, bazaar-style artisan and merchant • locations, a transit hub, new food outlets and Members of the WNY State Assembly attractions get restrooms. It is expected to be ready for the delegation recently announced that they have the busiest at 2014 Fair. “This project has been brewing a secured an additional $400,000 in capital fund- what times. long time,” said State Fair General Manager ing for the Buffalo Zoo’s planned Arctic Edge We can then Jerry Hammer. “But it will still include a lot of polar bear exhibit. Construction of Arctic Edge adjust our favorite old elements.” is expected to cost $18 million dollars and it is operations to • seen as being essential to keeping two polar make it better Legoland Dubai is set to open in 2016, bear cubs (Kali & Luna) in Buffalo. The Buffalo for everyone.” according to Merlin Entertainments. In a Zoo has successfully raised $16.6 million dol- Exten- prospectus recently released, the U.K.-based lars for the project, and even though it is still sive measures company said it planned to open Legoland $1.4 million short of its goal. are in place Dubai in 2016 under a deal in which it would • to protect the The MagicBands, which feature embedded be funded by third parties, which includes A RM2 billion (U.S. $ 640 million) alloca- privacy of RFDI microchip technology, come in five Meraas Holding. The group has also entered tion for soft loans under Bank Pembangu- guests and colors. If reserved in advance, they can be into an agreement with, amongst others, nan Malaysia (Malaysia Development Bank) the security of customized with individual names and deliv- Meraas Malls and Hospitality LLC to develop through the Special Tourism Infrastructure the personal ered to a guest’s home prior to departure. and operate Legoland Dubai under this oper- Fund is a right move to fuel more growth ac- ating model, with launch planned for 2016. tivities in Malaysia’a booming tourism industry. information AT/DAVID TEMPLETON • Pekan Artisan Sdn Bhd Chief Operating Of- they choose to share. Guests’ are many things to consider Premier Campbell Newman has ficer Saifful Azhar Sabaruddin said incentives information is not stored on before that can happen. Dis- launched the $15 million Theme Park Capital given under the fund could be used to add the MagicBand itself. The neyland, for example, is often of Australia campaign, reinforcing the Gold more tourism activities in quality hotels and re- MagicBands and RF-enabled thought of as a day park while Coast’s position as Queensland’s leading tour- sorts and for theme parks development. Key to the World cards con- Walt Disney World is a true ist destination by focusing on its world-class • tain only a randomly assigned vacation destination where theme parks. In support of this announce- Parque Warner Madrid has received dur- code that securely links to an guests stay up to a week or ment, Dreamworld CEO Craig Davidson ing the summer season 12.2 percent more encrypted database and asso- longer. So, while one facet of said, “As Ardent Leisure Theme Parks Divi- visitors than in the same period last year, ac- ciates the guest’s MagicBand MyMagic+ may work well at sion, Dreamworld, WhiteWater World and cording to Europa Press. The Spanish are the or ticket with the experiences Walt Disney World, it’s not SkyPoint are proud to be contributors to this vast majority, up to 98 percent of visitors to the they’ve selected. the same fit for Disneyland, or campaign. We look forward to collaborating park while the remaining two percent are Por- If a MagicBand is lost or any other park for that matter. on this exciting media and promotional plan, tuguese who have come to the facility through stolen, there are a number of Much like MyMagic+ itself, and supporting what this initiative will do for the important advocacy work that has been ways to limit how it can be individualization and custom- the Gold Coast.” done in Portugal. The park will remain open used by anyone other than the ization is key. Over time, each • until the end of December with the 2014 sea- Opening this month, in Sandy River, Geor- son beginning in March. guest to which it was assigned. property is expected to have gia, Stars and Strikes is a 51,000-square-foot • its own unique version of the For example, to enter the theme bowling complex at the North River shopping The Disneyland Hotel recently underwent parks, biometric scanners program. center. The venue will include eight upscale pri- a major renovation that brought new magic compare an image of a guest’s Walt Disney once said: vate lanes, 20 traditional state of the art bowl- and significant upgrades to the AAA Four Dia- fingerprint to the information “Disneyland will never be ing lanes, a two-story laser tag arena, a lazer mond property. A new restaurant, bar, pools, stored on the MagicBand. And completed. It will continue to maze, game room a chef-driven restaurant, a waterplay area and themed suites add immer- for purchases, the MagicBand grow as long as there is imagi- full circular bar and entertainment stage. sive experiences, making the landmark prop- can only be used with a private nation left in the world.” That • erty one more reason for families to enjoy a four-digit PIN selected during bold and far-reaching state- After completing its fourth year in Grand multiday vacation at the Disneyland Resort. the device’s initial setup. ment continues to hold true in Island, the Nebraska State Fair continues to From the 973 remodeled rooms to the rethem- Jay Rasulo, Walt Disney all aspects of the Disney em- grow, with plans to significantly expand its ing of the towers, featuring an energy-efficient Company chief financial offi- pire. My Magic+ is but another presence at Fonner Park during the next 10 to glass exterior, the re-imagined hotel creates a cer, commenting on how the way that Disney’s remarkable 15 years, Executive Director Joseph McDer- nostalgic family destination that pays tribute secure information collected brand of imagination contin- mott said. He also reports that fair attendance to the early days of Disneyland. for MyMagic+ will allow Dis- ues to grow and evolve. this year was down about 2,000 people from Frederiksen 1/7x3 b/w 3/14/02 11:22 AM Page 1

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PEOPLE WATCH Gateway Ticketing Taking a ride on the honored with award Bilogan named GM of The Waters of Minocqua The Waters of Minocqua in Minocqua, Wisc., recently an- historic Giant Dipper BOYERTOWN, Pa. — nounced the appointment of Lisa Bilogan as the new general Gateway Ticketing Systems, manager. In her role, Bilogan is responsible for the successful Inc. has been named one of operation of the 106-room northwoods themed resort. the 2013 Best Places to Work “We are pleased to welcome Lisa as our new general man- in Pennsylvania for the second ager of The Waters,” said Mark Quinn, vice president of opera- year in a row. To be consid- tions for S&L Hospitality. “Her wealth of hospitality experience ered for participation, com- and community involvement will be a great asset to the prop- panies must be a for-profit or erty.” not-for-profit business with a Bilogan brings more than 20 years of hospitality experi- facility in Pennsylvania with ence to her new role. at least 25 employees. The Waters of Minocqua is operated by S&L Hospitality, a The award was designed hospitality and waterpark resort management company based to identify, recognize and in Madison, Wisconsin. honor the best places of employment in Pennsylvania Veracity Hospitality names Rao as CFO that are benefiting the state’s Veracity Hospitality, a newly formed inde- economy and its workforce. pendently held hotel and resort management The Best Places to Work in company in Gurnee, Ill., announces the ap- Pennsylvania awards pro- pointment of Mukund (Mac) Rao as chief fi- gram was created in 2000 and nancial officer. As CFO, Rao is responsible for is a public/private partnership all aspects of corporate accounting, finance, between Team Pennsylvania and budget planning, as well as information Foundation, the Pennsylvania technology and purchasing for Veracity Hospi- Rao Department of Community tality managed properties. Caught on camera riding the 1924-built Giant Dipper roll- and Economic Development, “Mac’s financial experience within the hospitality industry er coaster at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during the 2013 the Pennsylvania State Coun- is extensive,” said Dale McFarland, president and chief operat- Golden Ticket Awards are Chris Baynum, Baynum Painting cil of the Society for Human ing officer of Veracity Hospitality. “His exceptional leadership, (left) and park owner Charles Canfield. Baynum Painting Resource Management, and proven track record and the professional and personal integrity has been hired by the park to repaint the entire structure the Central Penn Business with which he works and lives by made him the ideal candidate of the historic ride. Work began immediately following Journal. for this role.” the close of the Golden Ticket Awards weekend. Gateway President and Rao has spent the last 26 of his 35-year career in hospitality COURTESY PICSOLVE/SCBB CEO, Michael Andre, is hon- finance and accounting ored to be recognized with “There is an integral piece missing in the way many hotels VIEW PHOTO GALLERIES the award: “Our leadership and entertainment venues are operated,” said McFarland. “I’ve FROM THE team is focused on promoting seen it throughout my career, and I decided to do something 2013 GOLDEN TICKET a corporate culture that pro- about it. Veracity Hospitality will close that gap by delivering AWARDS AT motes employee well-being in unique, customizable management solutions through hands-on GoldenTicketAwards.com a high-performance environ- senior leadership and operations.” ment that both we and our employees enjoy being a part of. We find value in fostering a progressive workplace that is conducive to supporting our world-class clients around the globe who use our ticketing, point of sale, and revenue generating solutions.” Gateway Ticketing Sys- tems will be recognized at an awards banquet on Decem- ber 5, 2013, at the Lancaster SLA County Convention Center in Continued from page 41 Lancaster, Pa. Rankings will be revealed at the ceremony. December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 29

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REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES: Seminar Tuition, Class Materials, Continuing Education Units, Seminar Completion Certificate, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon Breaks Daily 30 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 Austrian company unveils new theater system Ride Entertainment “This summer we constructed standard equipment, and we in existence — 3D, 4D, even partner.at) is known as one of to represent company a full-scale ride in our factory used all of this input when 7D. Valtiner and Partner took the leading architectural firms and have had the opportunity designing every component of an entirely different approach. in Tirol. One of the company’s LIENZ, Austria — Archi- to bring several industry vet- the ride system. Now, this sys- The E-Motionboard relies on most notable achievements tect Valtiner & Partner GmbH erans to experience it. Their in- tem, combined with the many a great experience to draw was designing and building a unveiled their E-Motionboard sight has helped us tweak the special effects options we of- guests into the film, and that new set of buildings for Vien- system at the 2013 IAAPA At- ride system to offer the best fer, is ready to show guests an is why I feel it will be so suc- na’s famed Prater amusement tractions Expo in Orlando. experience possible.” new dimension of fun.” cessful.” park. Guests ride the E-Motion- Tucked away in the town The guest experience is Martin Valtiner has super- For more information on board System standing up, of Lienz, Austria, the team at where the E-Motionboard vised over 300 architectural the theater visit: www.Ri- which offers a completely new Valtiner & Partner have been stands out from its peers. In- projects throughout Austria. deEntertainment.com. way to integrate park-goers hard at work creating a the- stead of sitting in a seat, rid- Valtiner & Partner (valtiner- into the film experience. ater system that is designed to ers stand in front of the Mo- Martin Valtiner, an archi- meet the unique needs of the tion Grid, and that instantly tect by trade, has been work- amusement industry. Herbert engages and immerses them ing on the concept of a stand- Gall, the company’s project in the action. Valtiner said, ing theater for several years. manager, said, “Our goal has “Riders are not just watching His experience as a pilot guid- always been to create a system images on the screen, guests ed the sensations he wanted that meshed with the needs of feel like they are flying. It is park goers to be able to expe- amusement and theme parks. like nothing else the industry rience. “We debuted the pro- Buyers have been telling us is currently offering and we totype at the world-famous that they need theaters that are very proud of it.” Prater in Vienna. Since then, can fit in existing, underuti- Stevensville, Md.-based we have redesigned the sys- lized buildings, that they want Ride Entertainment Group is tem, eliminated the hydrau- freedom when choosing a film Valtiner & Partner’s key sales lic base, updated the concept content creator, and the the- group. REG’s Sales Director and made it friendly for theme ater had to offer a completely Adam Sandy said, “We are parks to operate and maintain. new experience. People in thrilled to include the E-Mo- We felt it was time that the the amusement industry let tionboard as part of our port- concept could be shared with us know that we need to offer folio. Today other companies the industry at large,” he said. customization while utilizing are touting every dimension RIDES FOR SALE

In the new theater concept developed by Austrian- based Valtiner & Partner 2010 SBF Airborne Shot 1993 SBF Balloon Wheel 2000 Sellner Mfg. GmbH, guests ride the E- (park model) (newly installed drive and dynamic brake) Bear Affair (park model) Motionboard System stand- $175,000 $50,000 $30,000 ing up, while interacting with the film experience. Ride Entertainment Group is the SOLD firm’s sales partner. COURTESY REG

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Strataca salt mine opens new We build fun and excitement! International Leisure Consulting, Inc. has been in underground experience business since 1988. As a team, our company has over 100 combined years of hands-on practical experience. HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A new, exclusive experience • Technical and maintenance service and support opened in early November at • New and used ride assembly and dissasembly Strataca in Hutchinson, Kan. • Maintenance and operation program design • Ride restoration Salt Safari is a three hour journey located 650 feet below Contact Joe Bixler ground level and takes hik- 425.778.2552 ers through miles of tunnels [email protected] www.INTLEISURECONSULT.com through the rugged and unim- proved areas of a salt mine. Participants (18 years and older) will discover natural formations of geological history only a select few have seen — until now. “Hiking underground in the raw mine is awesome and exciting, and now, we can finally share this opportunity with other adventure-loving adults,” said Linda Schmitt and Gayle Ferrell of Strataca. “Salt Safari is the ultimate, authentic salt mine expedi- tion and we know participants will love it as much as we do. Hikers should be ready for an amazing experience that can’t be found anywhere else!” Salt Safari will be offered on Fridays from 1 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. Advanced reservations for the 3 to 3 1/2 hour hike will be required and is separate from Strataca’s general admission prices. The Salt Safari cost per person is $60. Strataca is listed as one of the Eight Wonders of Kansas as they offer tours of an active salt mine. For more information, visit www.underkansas.org or follow Strataca on Twitter at: @ UnderKansas.

Salt mine tunnel hikers are seen in the underground experience at the Strataca Salt Safari in Hutchinson, Kan. COURTESY STRATACA 32 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 HAuNTcon and the Halloween & Party Expo heads to Houston for 2014 HOUSTON, Texas — The or respective attendees to take “Each event offers a 2014 Haunted Attraction Na- advantage of both events.” unique perspective on Hal- tional Tradeshow and Confer- The two shows will take loween and being in the same ence (HAuNTcon) will be held place concurrently, but in sep- center will enable us to main- in Houston, January 25-28 at arated areas within the George tain the integrity and charac- the George R. Brown Conven- R. Brown Convention Center ter of each of our respective tion Center, in conjunction tor and Haunt industry vet- “The Halloween & Party and HAuNTcon attendees are events, while enhancing the with the 2014 Halloween & ern. “It was a natural move to Expo is pleased that HAuNT- invited to check out the Hal- overall experience of our at- Party Expo. co-locate our conference and con chose to join us in Houston loween & Party Expo as well tendees,” added Erwin. “The Halloween & Party tradeshow to Houston so we over the dates of the 2014 Hal- as its educational sessions, Halloween & Party Expo Expo is the international event could offer our attendees the loween & Party Expo,” said trade show, special areas, attendees interested in partici- for Halloween, Costume and opportunity to see new prod- Jonathan Erwin with the Hal- and popular events such as pating in HAuNTcon activi- Party vendors,” said Leonard ucts and services featured loween & Party Expo. “Being the Halloween Costume Style ties will have a variety of op- Pickel, HAuNTcon coordina- only at this massive Expo.” in the same location will allow Show. tions to choose from over the multiple-day conference that includes off season tours of local haunted houses, haunted garage sale, and networking socials that include the annual Costume Ball, as well as the tradeshow floor. Topics in HAuNTcon’s unequaled education program span the spectrum from haunted house marketing and business plans, through cheap scares and haunted house design, actor training and character development, prop building and set design. “We are really excited about the new opportunities that will be available to both event’s attendees,” said Er- win. “Bringing our industries, our buyers and our sellers together in one great location is a fantastic step for everyone and we look forward to being in Houston together.” Specially priced combo booth packages are available for vendors interested in exhibiting at both the Halloween & Party Expo and HAuNT- con. Registration setup for the HAuNTcon tradeshow and its educational sessions are in process. Stay tuned to www. hauntcon.com for details, and check out the Halloween & Party Expo at www.hallow- eenpartyexpo.com. SUBSCRIBE TODAY!

(817) 460-7220 December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 33 MIDWAY CARNIVALS STATE FAIRS REVENUE SUPPLIERS $37 million spent on food and rides 2013 State Fair of Texas second largest in fair’s history STORY: Pam Sherborne to rain. We had 16 schools set to come here that [email protected] day. We did extend their tickets through the DALLAS, Texas — The rains came from next weekend and we ended up having two of time to time at this year’s State Fair of Texas, the largest consecutive days on that weekend.” which ran Sept. 27-Oct. 20, but when the skies The only disappointing thing that hap- cleared, the grounds overflowed with visitors, pened, Gooding said, was that because the bringing in the second largest attendance in Federal Government closed, the U.S. Marine the history of the fair. band that has been showing up at the fair to By the close of business on Oct. 20, officials perform for the last 50 years couldn’t make it. predicted that fairgoers spent approximately Gooding said they did fill that spot with some $37 million on food and amusement rides. very good cultural groups, but “they (Marines) This amount, which represents revenue from were really missed.” coupon sales (fair currency for food and rides) Among the more notable events at this came just about $300,000 to within the fair’s year’s fairs were the return of Big Tex and hav- 2010’s all-time high of $37.3 million. ing the 500-foot tall Top O’ Texas observation “We had a very, very good fair,” said Sue tower open for the fair for the first time. Fair Gooding, fair spokesperson. “We did lose Co- President Errol McKoy announced prior to lumbus Day, which is usually a very good day, 4See TEXAS, page 34 New taller Big Tex makes debut DALLAS, Texas — When it was the end of its longest before the fair opened on Sep- the new and improved Big Tex ride, literally speaking, for the tember 27, Big Tex was driven was unveiled on the first day iconic now 53-foot tall cowboy. from San Antonio where he of the 2013 State Fair of Texas, That is because just weeks was getting his new body. The 2013 State Fair of Texas, Sept. 27-Oct. 20, was a suc- A year ago, Big Tex was cess this year even though it was plagued with some rain. celebrating 60 years of wel- The 500-foot-tall Top O’ Texas Tower, above, actually made coming guests to the fair when its first public run up into the sky during the Summer Adven- an electrical short in his right tures at State Fair Park. The tower was built by Intamin AG. boot set the structure on fire There were over 70 rides on the fair’s independent midway destroying it in front of fairgo- including this KMG-manufactured Rock It, below, owned/op- ers, as well as viewers on na- erated by Mike Demas. AT/SAMMY PICCOLA tional news networks. Afterwards, fair officials promised that Big Tex would be back for the 2013 fair and he was indeed back home. It took SRO Associates, out of Boerne, Texas, and Texas Scenic, San Antonio, plus fair officials and the community to accomplish that feat. And, he didn’t come with- out some changes, which ini- Now when Big Tex welcomes fairgoers into the State Fair of tially did dismay some of the Texas, his face will actually move with the words instead of fairgoers. the marionette type mouth feature on the old Big Tex. The “Many people really head structure of the face is covered with a type of silicone thought that Big Tex should that allows for movement. Fair spokesperson Sue Gooding come back the way he left,” said muscle movements can now be seen all the way into the said Sue Gooding, fair spokes- neck. AT/SAMMY PICCOLA 4See BIG TEX, page 34 Factory wholesale pricing! • Over 100 designs available! • Made in the USA

Toll Free: (800) 395-9980 • email: [email protected] • www.sippersbydesign.com 34 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 Texas Star 212-foot tall, SDC- up and gave us more room on TEXAS manufactured wheel, which the midway.” 2013 State Fair of Texas top 10 rides Continued from page 33 has been operating on the Other highlights reported 1. Texas Star Wheel, SDC, operated by Tom & Mary Talley the fair that the 2013 edition grounds since 1985, went un- at the fair included the an- would be his last at the helm. der new ownership this past nual Youth Livestock Auction 2. Texas Skyway, Dopplemayr, operated by Mike Demas He plans to retire April 2014, year, but stayed in the family. of Champions, where animals 3. Top O’ Texas Tower, Intamin, operated by Mike Demas after 25 years with the fair. Mary Talley, Talley Amuse- raised by young Texans sold 4. Crazy Mouse, Reverchon, operated by Steve Vandervorst A brand new Big Tex ments, purchased the wheel for $1,190,088.32. 5. Love Bugs, Mack, operated by Mory Haworth made its comeback on open- from her mother, Barbara The Chinese Lantern 6. Fast Trax Super Slide, Fabbri, operated by Tom & Mary Talley ing day of the fair. The iconic Brown, and uncle, Mike Sand- Festival hosted tens of thou- 7. Windstorm, SDC, operated by Steve Vandervorst cowboy that welcomes fair- efur. Tally’s father, Buster sands to its exhibit, which fea- goers was destroyed by fire Brown, was the original own- tured brilliant displays in and 8. Magnum, Mondial, operated by Mike Wood during the 2012 fair due to er. around Fair Park’s lagoon. 9. Rock It, KMG, operated by Mike Demas an electrical short in his right The Texas Star wheel The Dallas Historical Soci- 10. Scooter, Majestic, operated by Patrick Sheridan boot. It took all year as well as ranked number one in the ety welcomed almost 125,000 $500,000 to have him on hand fair’s top 10 rides list on the in- visitors to the “Life & Times for most creative new food to Stage with Casting Crowns, this year. (See Big Tex article dependent midway. The Tex- of Big Tex” exhibit at the Hall Justin and Rudy Martinez for Duelo, and Kelly Rowland as — Page 33) as Skyway, the fair’s skyride, of State, celebrating all things their Deep Fried Thanksgiv- the top attractions. Main Stage The new observation tow- took number two and the Top Big Tex. ing Dinner and best taste was concerts have been booked er made its operating debut O’ Texas tower came in third. Generous donations made reserved for Deep-Fried Cu- and produced by Glenn Smith during Summer Adventures The midway featured over by fair patrons to the North ban Roll. By fair’s end, more Presents, Inc., for 25 consecu- at the State Fair this past sum- 70 rides and attractions. Rusty Texas Food Bank translated to than 50,000 patrons consumed tive years. mer. The observation tower, Fitzgerald, fair vice president 162,303 meals. A grand total the Thanksgiving feast usu- More than 42,000 auto en- built by Intamin AG, rotates of operations, said the mid- of 194,763 pounds of canned ally reserved for the late No- thusiasts zoomed to Chevro- as it takes passengers up into way was laid out a little differ- foods were collected. vember holiday, and 72,000 let’s Ride & Drive attraction, the sky and affords a view of ent this year. Continuing with the topic Fried Cuban Rolls had been driving some of the hottest not only the fair but the sky- “We opened up the thrill of food, the fair’s fried food served. wheels in the 2014 lineup. line of Dallas as well. area and wrapped it around war rages on. During the La- The black top was hopping Next year’s state fair dates In another piece of fair the building,” he said. “That bor Day food competition, during free outdoor concerts are September 26 to October news from the past year, the just really opened everything judges awarded the trophy at the All-New Silverado Main 19, 2014.

Big Tex was equipped leak into the news. There was BIG TEX with the same three move- one reporter that showed up Continued from page 33 ments he always had and they that night and wanted to pho- were shown off during the tograph the new Big Tex. person. “But, really, the look of 2013 fair: the waving hand, the “We just told him the park Big Tex had evolved over the head moving from side to side wasn’t opened and he went years.” and the speaking. But, Good- away,” she said. “He could There was really no way ing said he actually has eight have called in some helicop- to actually bring him back ex- more movements they kept ters, but he didn’t. No one here actly the way he was. under wraps for the 2013 fair. took any photos. We were sur- “And, since we were “His eyes blink. His torso prised, but really thankful.” spending a half million dol- moves. His shoulders move And, Big Tex didn’t cause lars,” she said, “We wanted to from side to side. One arm can any excitement traveling from use all the technological ad- move and point,” she said. “Af- San Antonio. There was a big vances that were available to ter the fair, before we took him tarp over him, but the load was us. down, we went in and tested large. The drivers had stopped “I think, by the end of his other moves. We wanted to at a rest area and one person the fair, he was very well re- make sure his shirt would be asked them what they were ceived,” Gooding said. okay with the movements and carrying. That person was told Big Tex is now taller. things such as this.” a structure for the fair. “We wanted him more hu- And, she added, every- “They even had a flat tire manly proportioned,” Good- thing went smoothly. At this on the interstate coming into ing said. “So, when we put point, there is no schedule for Dallas,” she said. “No one him together, he was actually when or how the remaining had any idea what was on that three feet taller.” movements will be unveiled. truck.” He weighs more. He went There will be adjustments Bringing Big Tex back has from being a steel skeleton made, however, before next been a process for everyone structure weighing a mere year’s fair. For one thing, they involved. Gooding called it 6,000 pounds to being what felt his waistline needed to be a labor of love, from those at amounts to a working crane moved up. the fair to the community that now weighing a healthier “We really didn’t know helped with fundraising to the 25,000 pounds. how he would actually look company that designed the “In fact, they put axels on until we put him up for the structure to the company that him and he pretty much drove first time,” Gooding said. built the structure. himself from San Antonio,” The new Big Tex was unveiled on the first day of the 2013 That happened after mid- “Many of the people that Gooding said. State Fair of Texas, which ran Sept. 27-Oct. 20. SRO Associ- night two weeks before the built the structure in San An- In one of the legs there is ates, Boerne, Texas, was in charge of his new design and Tex- fair. Officials were trying to tonio had never been to this a ladder to allow maintenance as Scenic built the structure. The new Big Tex cost $500,000 keep him under wraps so in fair,” Gooding said. “They had on the structure. There are to rebuild. AT/SAMMY PICCOLA the middle of the night, they never seen Big Tex.” various platforms along the hoisted Big Tex up. It took un- But, by the time they had ladder. The face structure is cov- ally is very cool.” til 4 a.m. before they were fin- finished, they had fallen for He no longer needs guy- ered with a silicone to allow His hat looks to have a ished. But, he was tested and him and even attended the un- wires to keep him standing. for actual facial expressions. seam down the middle, but taken right back down. veiling on the first day of the His feet fit on vaults that are “When he talks, you can that seam is actually a hatch Gooding was surprised fair, along with their families. down in the ground and are see the muscles in his neck that opens to allow workers that Big Tex’s return didn’t —Pam Sherborne locked into place. move,” Gooding said. “It re- inside the head. December 2013 AMUSEMENT TODAY 35 36 AMUSEMENT TODAY December 2013 Georgia National Fair sees good attendance; Georgia State Fair moves to fall PERRY, Ga. — The Geor- days of the fair, the building concerts, street entertainers, currently running with dates became more difficult to do gia Agricultural Exposition features space dedicated sole- family entertainment, circus, Oct. 25-Nov. 3. annual improvements. Authority and staff were very ly to Georgia Grown prod- and nightly fireworks. Capitalizing on Hallow- This was happening even pleased with the running of ucts, manufacturers, and ag- The Georgia National Fair een festivities, owners of the before the Georgia National the 24th Georgia National ricultural businesses. Rental will return to Perry October event were able to begin an Fair in Perry came on the Fair, Perry, held Oct. 3-13. Fi- and sponsorship fees helped 2-12, 2014. annual costume contest as scene in 1990. But, with the nal attendance this year was aid in benefiting Agricultural In other Georga fair news: well as hold a themed Hal- obvious better grounds in 449,885. Youth Scholarships. Universal Fairs, based in loween magic show. Perry, the handwriting has A major new feature at Reithoffer Shows provid- Tennessee and now the owner The Georgia State Fair been on the walls for the state the fair is the Georgia Grown ed the midway for the fair. of the Georgia State Fair, has had been suffering from de- fair. Building. This is a joint project Along with midway rides decided to permanently move clining attendance over the Both fairs were being of the Georgia National Fair and games, the Georgia Na- that event from Macon to the years. The grounds were in held in the fall. Eventually, as and the Georgia Department tional Fair also featured food, Atlanta Motor Speedway’s need of improvement but attendance continued to de- of Agriculture. During the 11 commercial vendors, major 887-acre site. The fall fair is with lower annual funds, it cline, the fair in Macon moved to the spring. The Macon Exchange MIDWAY Club, which had operated the fair since 1942 and do- MARKET PLACE nated millions of dollars to local charities, tried to hang in there, even moving the fair from the fall to the spring. But in 2011, the club sold the fair to Universal Fairs. That company decided to hold the spring fair in 2012, but also a fall fair at the At- lanta Motor Speedway. The same was scheduled for this year, however; only the fall fair will be held in 2014. Universal Fairs wants to focus on the one fair and hopes are to increase its attendance and exposure. Dixieland Carnival Com- pany provided the midway for the spring fair and returned to the fall event with Gull Wing Industries almost 45 rides. Working with the Carnival Industry since 1989 Contact us at: Sioux Empire Fair www.gull-wing.com sees $1.46 million in revenue, turns

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