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Since SFNE isn't getting new trains, this sounds 100% reasonable! I can definitely see it happening! Also considering, if I remember correctly, it was announced that these would be NEW trains and Darien was working with INTAMIN, not Six Flags...

Besides, there's still a chance that the park could be doing another "one wet one wild" type of deal. Doug did say to expect this season to be very similar to the last one. But even if we don't get any new dry rides, we have the new RoS train, that could be really awesome for the ride! I'm just curious if they're going to keep the red and/or blue color scheme on it. Whether it's the slide and the train alone or the slide the train and another ride, I think 2016 is gonna be a great year for the park!

Speak of the devil and he shall arrive, it's like they read these things or something http://valravn.cedarpoint.com/blog/full-speed-ahead

"Overall, things are starting to kick into high gear, and you’ll start to now see big things happen. Station platform footers are being finished, park utility lines are being connected and moved, and of course, the lift hill is now going vertical. Weather permitting, we’ll be lifting steel now through January/February, so keep an eye on the webcams and the construction gallery for videos and photos." This was on the construction blog (that i'm surprised they haven't really used at all...). it doesnt really give a specific time as to when the steel work will be done but I'd be impressed if it was done in 3 weeks or so like CoasterLine mentioned. It would be crazy to see how quickly things are gonna start to move if "the first or second week of February" thing is true!

It looks like they have cables attached to the first half of the loop, I'm assuming those are just there until the maneuver is completed, but my question is where are they mounted? And what is the specific purpose? (Holding back the track, supporting the track, stabilizing the track, etc...?)

I never thought I'd see the day where the Darien Lake thread is less insane than the Cedar Point thread. Nice job guys!

What did my liver ever do to you? It did nothing to deserve this.

1-3 inches scares you? There's a terrible joke in here, I just know it... Yeah, I won't comment on that...but they are predicting that our area could get measurable snow in the feet (versus inches) throughout this week. Yes, that is scary considering what South Buffalo went through last year (6-7 feet in less than 24 hours). Though it was a lot of snow, the ones who were faced with it were able to manage, and in my area alone it really brought out the best of people, who were all helping one another to get through Snowvember together! They don't call us the city of good neighbors for nothin'! But with that, it makes 1-3" look like nothing compared to the 9'+ snowdrifts that you could find out in Depew (just east of the city). I'm glad Mother Nature gave us a break after that winter though!

^ Hopefully we'll here more on that when the 2016 announcements are made. That's one thing I wish Darien would do that it never really has - to my knowledge. Release an announcement date of some sort. It seems simple enough but that's coming from an inexperienced coaster enthusiast who has had about zero experience in marketing and PR... I'm just saying it would be nice to have that one date to look forward to versus "could be anytime between January 1st and May 7th, 2016"

Winter Chill Out 2016 information https://www.cedarpoint.com/events/things-to-do/events/Winter-Chill-Out?mobile=0 The Winter Chill Out is an annual charitable benefit at the park that includes a walking tour of Cedar Point and a behind-the-scenes look at our off-season operations. This year, all proceeds will go to A Kid Again, an organization that fosters hope, happiness and healing for families raising kids with life-threatening illnesses. Cedar Point is proud to partner with them, and you have a chance to help - and see the park in a completely different way: snow-covered and cold! All ticket proceeds from this event go directly to A Kid Again. Your ticket/donation is just $50 and includes: Guided, walking tour of Cedar Point Close-up view of the NEW Valravn record-breaking dive coaster Complimentary lunch Presentation by park management Behind-the-scenes views of the park Other special surprises! The Details Tickets are limited and are required for this event and must be printed at home and then presented at the park for admission. Tickets cannot be purchased or presented at the park via mobile phone. The parking/toll fee will not be charged. Additional information on parking and entry will be displayed on your ticket. Groups will be placed into six start times: 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00 and 10:30 a.m. Please arrive at check-in AT your start time. You will choose your start time at ticket purchase. Tours may last up to six hours. In case of inclement weather, the event may be postponed to Saturday, Feburary 27. Please plan accordingly. Winter attire is strongly suggested, as conditions at the park may change. This includes warm hats, gloves, coats, boots (snow and mud are possible). This is a walking tour. Restrooms will be available at the start of the tour and at lunch. No other restrooms in the park will be available. Please plan accordingly. Photography (video or still) and social media posting is allowed on the tour, unless otherwise noted by your tour guide. There will be areas where photography will not be permitted. For up-to-the-minute info on the event, including weather updates, please follow Tony Clark on Twitter (@TonyClarkCP). If you don't use the Twitter app, you can check via web browser by clicking here. Castaway Bay Special A special rate for Winter Chill Out attendees is now available and includes indoor waterpark admission: $149 - valid Friday night, February 19 $199 - valid Saturday night, February 20

I Know this is from the park's wiki page and you cant always trust them, but when was there ever talk of an expansion to the hotel? I'm assuming this idea was left in the dust when PARC Shipped out?

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Come to think of it, it is mid-late December. Doug, do you know if the New for 2016 "announcement" will be in January? Or has that not been decided yet?

^ The Valravn construction site looks pretty interesting. Seems they've got maybe 30 or so feet left to go before they reach the rides highest point. As for Darien lake? I've got nothin'!

I like how it dwarfs Raptor! And the hill isnt even complete yet! These coasters are gonna look fantastic next to one another!

does anyone by chance have pictures of those pastel colored flags on the CP midway? I'm doing a project that involves them but I cant find any good pictures of them! All I have so far is this: Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Man. I did not think they'd put those pieces THAT far back! They must know how much a certain TPR member loves the slides and wanted to be sure they wouldn't come and take the pieces or something!! But on a more serious note, are those green rectangles the old fright night field trip busses? I'm surprised they'd just have them sitting there in the grass. That can't be good for the well being of those vehicles... Especially if they haven't been used in so long

Cedar Point Recently Shared this amazing shot of Raptor! B-E-A-utiful! Also, they have put out a new video, as part of their mini series the "Valravn Minute"

^ I figured as much. I was looking more towards the next 5-10 years. I probably should have been more specific

^ What extra charge attraction do they really need? They've got a skycoaster and a sling shot! Unless they get something like CP's Skyscraper, I think they're set in the up charge thrill ride attractions. Not to mention they have the paddle boats and those cool trikes. I heard people saying they'd like it if they had like a fountain or something in there but I could see that becoming an issue. I liked them. Really calm and relaxing. I loved being able to see the rides from that unique perspective. And to get so close to the RedHawk is pretty awesome too. I'm assuming if they're getting something big it will be in the ole Cuda area. If it's a simple flat, or even if it's insanely awesome but smallish. We could see it either between twister and motocoaster, In rangers old spot, or there is some land between the mind eraser and grizzly. And let's not forget about the RoS dead end issue. I feel like that's a serious overhaul type of situation though - so I wouldn't expect much over there soon, in my opinion. And with the love already being given to RoS with the new train. I'm almost wondering if that means they will add something across the park to kind of balance out the "New for 2016" goodness, or if they want to focus solely on RoS and the surrounding area. The next few years should be really interesting for park development!

^ they also could be waiting because of the nasty winds they had over the past few days. I live in WNY, a little northeast of the park and we always get the weather from around Cleveland. Over the past couple days we've had constant winds of 30 mph and one day parts of the area had gusts up to 70 mph. Can't really see that on a camera... Maybe that's why they've held up on lift hill construction? I'm not sure how the winds are doing now. It was a bit calmer over here in Buffalo today. But it looks like the forecast does call for some more gusty winds this week. That could be a pain when you're trying to build a 223 foot tall lift hill..

So, I just realized. I had the old Darien Lake app for a few years and I noticed after a little while that the App was stuck on the 2013 season. I Looked into it and I saw that the app was taken off of the App Store all together, im not sure totally as to when... Since DarienLake.com is getting a revamp as Doug said... Is there any talk about creating a new app potentially?

Is the TTD job still a 2 year project? It seems like they're FLYING by with this great weather! I'm not sure how much they actually have done but based on the pictures it looks like they really have made some awesome progress!

Can I just point out that I love how crazy vibrant the videos and pictures with RoS are? I'm assuming it's to cover up the pinky shade of the ride but it gives me a good chuckle each time. Any news on painting the ride, Doug? Also, how's the Mind Eraser Repaint going? Any pictures?

^ I can confirm that they're replacing Ranger with Rolling Thunder