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Under 16's while at school should be considered a "Child" ticket Price. 16 - 18 should be "Student" ticket prices Over 18 is an Adult ticket price. The above should be standard for all Theme Parks in the World. I could be 11 or 12 year old who is 5ft high and have to pay Adult price, totally unfair on my parents. Or I can be a 27 year old who is only 4ft high and pay a "Child" price.

I still think the "Pay Entrance ticket price and all rides are free inside the park" is the best idea for BPB. What is wrong is the age range, You should not have a 12 or 13 year old kid pay the full "Adult" price of Alton Towers = £32. Anyone over 18 should pay an "adult" price, anyone below 18 should pay a "child" price.

Happy Birthday TPR, Long may it be No:1 for all things "Theme Parks n coasters"

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Update from Meadville tribune. http://www.meadvilletribune.com/local/local_story_038231512.html Although the historic Dreamland Ballroom, maintenance building and seven adjacent midway buildings at Conneaut Lake Park were destroyed a week ago, the fire didn’t destroy all of the 116-year-old amusement park’s ride motors, as previously believed. Only three of the motors were destroyed in last Friday’s blaze. The rest weren’t in the maintenance building, weren’t affected by the fire and are in other locations, according to a source who asked not to be identified. George Deshner, manager of Conneaut Lake Park, said there were motors in the building, but he was uncertain how many. Some were spares, he said. The motor for the Blue Streak roller coaster wasn’t affected as it’s too heavy to be moved into the maintenance building. That means if the board had the money and chose to open the rides, the motors for nearly all of the approximately 30 rides are available. In the meantime, the Trustees of Conneaut Lake Park are proceeding with plans for demolition of the fire debris, according to Jack Moyers, chairman of the trustees. He said the Pennsylvania State Police fire marshal released the property after completing his inspection Monday and ruling the cause as undetermined. Moyers said trustees are moving ahead with plans for cleanup of the remaining debris. Initial cost was estimated at $100,000, but now Deshner and Moyers believe it may only be about $60,000. The trustees had no fire insurance on the buildings or their contents. Moyers said the board continues to work toward opening some of the financially-troubled park, with initial plans to open the Beach Club, Camperland and the docks. However, he said, those are preliminary plans, and the board needs to find funding to do that. The park’s current debt is more than $2.7 million. Although the value of Dreamland Ballroom and the midway stands is priceless in terms of memories, the actual assessed value, according to county records, is only $25,687. That translates to a tax bill of $1,759.04 for those parcels, a cost that would not be due next year. “The community needs the park to survive and the park needs the community,” Wanda Ramaley told a crowd of about 75 people Sunday referring to the closed Conneaut Lake Park amusement park. Ramaley is one of the organizers of “The Friends of Conneaut Lake Park Fund” to raise money so the amusement park can pay its bills and reopen for the 2008 season. She hosted a meeting Sunday afternoon at her business the Stable Pit and Pub for those possibly interested in helping the park. Conneaut Lake Park didn’t fully open in 2007 because of lack of funds. A campaign to raise $60,000 was successful, and the Beach Club did open in mid-August 2007 and was open until the end of October. However, the park suffered another setback this month when its Dreamland Ballroom and its maintenance shop were destroyed in a Feb. 1 fire. There was no fire insurance on any of the buildings. The Board of Trustees of Conneaut Lake Park, which oversees the park, had allowed the insurance to lapse because there was no money to pay it. Eileen Bertera, another of the proposed fund’s organizers and owner of the Kaylee Belle tourism boat, put it bluntly. “They’re broke,” said Eileen Bertera, referring to the financially strapped amusement park. “The first goal is to get the fire insurance paid.” The group wants to work with the park’s board of trustees to raise money to help pay bills and get the park reopened for 2008, Bertera said. “If it doesn’t open — we’re all hurting,” she said. With Conneaut Lake Park not open, Crawford County’s economy loses as much as $16.5 million a year, according to estimates by the Crawford County Convention and Visitors Bureau. The new group is also trying to form committees such as research and development, legal team and fund-raiser to help the trustees. Contacted Sunday night by the Tribune, Jack Moyers, president of the Board of Trustees of Conneaut Lake Park, said the board would consider working with the new group. “If they present the board with their intentions, the boad would entertain working with them,” Moyers said. A fund for donations has been set up with at First National Bank of Pennsylvania at Conneaut Lake, said Bertera. The Friends of Conneaut Lake Park will seek tax-exempt status so contributions can be tax-deductible, Bertera said. While I am sure no one would wish for the demise of Dreamland Ballroom, the fact is that it is gone as we knew it. Insurance coverage doesn’t prevent a fire; it only eases the financial difficulty of cleanup and possible rebuild. While I don’t want to be callus about this terrible loss, this is but one more hurdle placed before the Trustees of Conneaut Lake park. The fire has not stalled the ongoing plans of the trustees in working toward their goals for the park. We remain focused and stand united in our vision and mission. They say it takes a village to raise a child. It will certainly take a region to raise our park. The hard work of the firefighters on the night of fire and the concern of the community are just two examples of the commitment to keep the park alive. This situation has now brought about several opportunities. First, let me update you on some of the accomplishments of the trustees. The trustees completed the financial reporting for the 2006 season, and the 2007 financials up until the time the current board was appointed. All of the data has been entered into a properly arranged accounting system to allow for convenient, accurate retrieval of the data. This board has completed the 2005 tax return and is finalizing the 2006 federal income tax returns that were not filed. We will request an extension to file the 2007 tax return. In 2004, Sen. Bob Robbins assisted Conneaut Lake Park in obtaining a state grant, however, the paperwork was never properly completed. The board has successfully closed on this outstanding grant. We have done our best to reign in the costs of the park as it sits closed, reducing the daily cost by a little over half (from almost $2,000 per day to a little under $1,000 per day). The trustees feel it is also important to acknowledge the assistance of Lora Harvey and Martha Hill, both employees of McGill, Power, Bell and Associates, LLP, who have volunteered their time in assisting us with bookkeeping and payroll. (We have transferred the payroll duties back to the park, versus paying a service to do it.) Opening the Beach Club and the hotel, and hosting Pumpkin Fest should be included in the list of duties performed by the trustees in 2007. Let us also take the opportunity for an insurance lesson. When the current board of trustees was appointed, these members found that the insurance coverage was not adequate. The current board of trustees was left with an insurance crisis that had to be solved in a short period of time. We were faced with an $83,184 bill due Aug. 15, 2007, and a large increase in the property insurance from $19,000 to $32,000. After much work, the board was able to reduce the liability premium to $37,000 with a new insurance company but with less coverage. These two policies required a down payment of $18,796 and ongoing monthly payments of $5,915. These premiums were in addition to workmen’s comp, and directors and officers insurance. In a short time it became evident that the board could not afford to keep both the liability and property/fire coverage. Because the property/fire coverage had a standard co-insurance clause and a $10,000 deductible it became evident that the liability coverage had to be a priority. A large lawsuit against the park with no liability coverage would put an end to the park forever. The damage or loss of a building was an event we were sure we could survive. And, for now, we have. Tragedy builds community. In the event of the death of a loved one, all of your friends and acquaintances express condolences and extend their hands. Conneaut Lake Park and Dreamland Ballroom are no exception. As we meet people on the street, in passing, in stores, or by phone, they express their feelings and express condolences for the ballroom much like an old friend. They reminisce about their high school dance, or seeing a famous performer or a special band. Offers and suggestions proliferate on how to raise funds to save what is left of Conneaut Lake Park, pay insurance costs, etc. There are as many opinions on how to save Conneaut Lake Park as there are jelly beans in a gallon jar. These opinions and ideas do not fall on what are perceived to be deaf ears. However, the trustees must weigh the probability of success against the overall package, looking at the big picture, and decide what is in the best interest of maintaining the charitable trust and preserving the public access. Myriad plans and contingencies abound in an effort to stave off foreclosure of the park. Negotiations continue and build on a daily basis in both long- and short-term solutions. As plans are finalized we will make them known. In the meantime, we ask for your support, patience and prayers. As working volunteers, the board does its best to balance and prioritize what needs to be done to ensure that Conneaut Lake Park survives. We need to maintain the focus on the real goal: to restore the economic engine and place of leisure known as Pennsylvania’s Perfect Playground, Conneaut Lake Park Resort. Moyers is chairman of The Conneaut Lake Park Board of Trustees.

I've went to a Chinese restaurant / Dinner which made me puke all night due to "food poisoning". I had to go to hospital to have an ECG scan as I fainted and knocked myself out when I switched the light on for the bathroom. After some Indian food last year I puked and had cold n hot flushes, nearly fainted again. I never eat this type of food again unless I cook it myself as I know what type of meat is being used. Waited 1/2 hour for food at a couple of Restaurants, after 45 mins I complain and walk out , not pay

I have customized the background my PSP, I-Touch, 360 and PS3, I've also customized my car. I drive a different car to anyone else, own different things so I am regarded as a individual and not just a number.

I have a B/F, he has simular hobbies to me, Cinema, Cooking, Watching live shows, Railtours around England, riding behind English Diesel Loco's, days at Theme Parks, wooden and steel coasters, Visting National Trust places. attending "Classic" Mini's and PT Cruisers events in South England. He went to the same school as I did 10 years before I went there, his house number is the same as mine, His Mum lives in the same road as my parents and they went to the same school 50 years ago.

Inverted Limm launch Woody

I miss out "Stealth" at TP every time, I can't understand the point of going fast, vertical up, vertical down and over a hill with brakes on 1/2 way down. Give me "Cobra" at PP, MF, Beast, Wild Mouse at BPB and Megafobia over "Stealth" any-day.

Booked Up: 29th March - Alton Towers (not been there since 2002) Planned for 2008: Paultons Park Thorpe Park Chessington Plopsaland De Eftling Oakwood

A pointless name for the coaster, 6 Flags just wanted a quick name. The "Goliath" name should only be used for coasters over 5,000ft long, then it shows the real meaning of the name.

More pictures of the water park taken last Month

I can't get myself to ride a Star-flyer due to the 4 small chains supporting the chair look so weak. What is the best solution for me to try and get over this fear so I can enjoy the ride

I rode it last on 31st Oct 07 during the Halloween Event, the ride layout is fine but it can be rough and vibrates alot. The train slows down just before the 4 in-line twist so your shoulders fall to the OHR which can lead to some bruising if ridden a few times in a row. The worst area is the "Cobra Roll", as the train is coming off the 2nd inversion you can hear some squealing which sounds like metal on metal rubbing / grinding. The best part of the layout is the reverse low "inline twist" (try to touch the ground) just before the brakes. All in all it is a good ride at TP but it needs a paint job and somehow produce a smoother ride esp at the back. TP should remove the OHR and have lapbars for a more enjoyable ride.

I converted the "Spiderman / Gran Turismo" PS3 Tech Demo video this morning, resolution was set to 640 x 480 and it plays perfectly. I will post some websites which has i-Pod and i-Touch wallpaper so everyone can custom their lock-up screen with better looking pictures.

Yesterday I bought a 16Gb I-touch, I'm interested to hear from other i-touch owners what applications, Lock-up screen wallpaper etc they have on their machine. Give advice on how to add "backgrounds" to the i-touch so it is not just a black background. What type of Safe hacks can be done to change the icons on the display. Any good links for hacks, wallpaper (esp Sony Playstation Triangle,Square,Circle and X pictures).

A Launched Limm Woodie with a vertical loop and some sidewinders, a water splash like on "Griffin" can be found near the end of the course and help it slow down. A woodie which has 90% - 97% 1st drop is nearly real, just need a park brave enough to built the ride. Any wood or steel coaster can be created it's the Parks which limit the design.

Def Leppard At Don Valley Stadium in Sheffield, England in 1992

There are many books which I read, A few are: History and rides of Theme Parks Closed London Underground stations and abandoned tunnels Anything to do with Roller coasters History of the Titanic and her sister ships English Railways and Diesel Locomotives.

Finished Drake's Fortune on PS3 last night, manage to get over 100 headshots. I may play the game on the "Hardest" setting there are not many cheats to enter.

Since we don't have any of these food chains in England, What do you need to eat in order to win the challenge: Blazin Challenge at Buffalo Wild Wings

A "Flyer" would favor TP to an "Euro-fighter" anyday.. These "Euro's" are being built everywhere and they are not really pushing coasters forward apart from the 97% 1st drop. I would like to see a "Pretzel Loop", "Batwing" or "Bent Cuban 8" on a Euro.

I would like to see a "Vertical Loop" back onto a Wooden Coaster, SOB was the 1st (shame the park removed it, was it because so many people complained to KI and said "you can't keep the loop on SOB as it spoils the ride and loops are only for steel coasters".

A great loss for the Park, A Ballroom is one of the most / if not the most important building in an old Theme Park. I can't understand why someone famous who likes Theme Parks or the State Council can't pay off the debit as the Park is a tourist attraction. Is it "dog eat dog" or "Everyman for himself and not care about anything else" type of thinking in the USA for Theme Parks. A long as the "Blue Streak", "Tumble Bug", "Devils Den" and the older rides can be saved, either bought by Cedar Fair or a nearby Park I will be happy. I wish I was a multi-millionaire the "Blue Streak" n "Bug" would be bought and on it's way to England to my local parks of Paulton's Park, Thorpe Park or Chessington if planning permission was agreed. The "Blue Streak" can have 1 NAD train and 1 Orignial Train running, chaser lights up the lift hill and flags at the top with a "Don't stand up or you Die" board across the tracks. Wish 2008 is going to be a kinder year for CLP but not a good start.