TheRapidsNerd Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 When I did my TR last summer, I talked to the manager first, let him know who I was, why I wanted to film, and where he could see the end result, so he knew there was no funny business going on. He was very cool with that. Remember, it's kind of like going to someone's home. Best to ask permission from the owner. It shows them respect and gives you credibility. They may still say no to filming, but you've bettered your chances by asking. Glad you all had a decent time and hope Scott feels better after his gravitron experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIP Psyclone Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 I'm not gonna say it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptorcrew2002 Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Al Qaeda foiled again! 15 years years of training and planing for that strike against Southern Adventures all for not without your video. Damn you George Bush! Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeemerBoy Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 If it were me, I would've asked him what would make him more uncomfortable....me filming with several friends on the grounds, or me filming from across the street "inconspicuously?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moose Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 ^I am not sure phrasing it like that is the way to get on the owner's good side. If I were the owner, I would be more apt to kick you out if you said that than allow you to film. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeemerBoy Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 ^ That's what I was getting at. If I were asking that question, I definitely wouldn't be interested in getting on the manager's good side. It'd basically be a subtle "middle finger of sorts" before I took my business elsewhere. Unless I'm filming in a Federal Building or certain other obvious locations, I'm not taking kindly to the stupidity of management making ignorant suggestions such as "you could have been a terrorist." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayjay719 Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 ^ I don't think you guys look like terrorists or pedophiles, but thats the problem today with the world. Anyone could be terrorists....but anyway thanks for the pics and the video. Tyler I want to see that video of you guys fighting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadwayboy2007 Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 ^Terrorists no....pedophiles on the otherhand...lol j/k Nice vid, as usual, Tyler. I havn't been to the Space and Rocket Center since 5th grade...and the Space Shot AND G-Force were broken that day Oh! Scott is my hero for saying better shut my peepers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadwayboy2007 Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 ^ Good to know. But I must admit this makes me a tad nervous about the Wheelie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scaparri Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Southern Adventures was easily the most awkward park experience of my life. I'm still just blown away by the obvious concern in the manager's voice. It was still an awesome weekend though! Never realized a Gravitron could be that nuts. Lesson of the weekend? Don't fill up on Chik-Fil-A right before riding spin 'n' pukes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voodoobones Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 The manager sounded as if he felt his job was a tad more important than it really was. Joanna: You know what, Stan, if you want me to wear 37 pieces of flair, like your pretty boy over there, Brian, why don't you just make the minimum 37 pieces of flair? Stan, Chotchkie's Manager: Well, I thought I remembered you saying that you wanted to express yourself. Joanna: Yeah. You know what, yeah, I do. I do want to express myself, okay. And I don't need 37 pieces of flair to do it. [flips off Stan] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRapidsNerd Posted February 11, 2008 Author Share Posted February 11, 2008 A few things to consider here: *While Southern Adventures isn't a likely terrorist target, nearby Redstone Arsonel/Marshal Spaceflight center is. There is also at least one other building in town that is considered a major target. *While the owner over-reacted, he's probably seen his share of custody disputes where the parents without majority of custody, stalk or try to take off with their child. For the record, he was short with me at first when I asked about filming. It wasn't until I explained to him in a nice way before doing any filming, that he gave me permission to film and free run of the lightly crowded park. *Sadly, the US is not the same since 9/11. People are scared, panicky, and more paranoid than ever. And with the recent mass shootings, all the more. *When all is said and done, we are guests in someone's house, so to speak. We must abide by their rules, especially since we are members of TPR. Like it or not, we represent TPR on every outing and must be mindfull of how we act at parks, particularly when dealing with management. There wouldn't be some of the perks (walkbacks, special tours, special souvenirs, ERT, lunches, etc...)there are on the big trips, if TPR didn't have a good relationships with and respect for park management, big or small. *It may seem like extra work, but taking time to email or call a place (like the Space and Rocket Center), is just a good habit to get into. I did that for my upcoming visit, specifically asking about their policies. When all was said and done filming was fine, as long as I didn't get in the way of their staff or other patrons. Groovy! That's a big 10-4 good buddy! In a way, we're all semi-professional media (though we're still viewed by the parks as general public). As media people, there are just some courtesys and rules you follow to build good professional relationships with those organizations you film. Anger them, and it's tough to do your job/hobby later. If the park people know they can trust you, sometimes you'll get more leeway and maybe a perk down the road. Briefly, I worked with some folks on a particular film project last year. One of those folks was on another project I filmed later that same year. He remembered me as "a good guy" and made me privy to some very helpful info about the current project. This is info I wouldn't have gotten otherwise, especially if I hadn't earned his trust. No shots at anyone here, but these are things to think about and may prove useful. Hope they help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCFreak Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 ^Too many bullets. Didn't read. Looks like you guys had fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 A few things to consider here: *While Southern Adventures isn't a likely terrorist target, nearby Redstone Arsonel/Marshal Spaceflight center is. There is also at least one other building in town that is considered a major target. *While the owner over-reacted, he's probably seen his share of custody disputes where the parents without majority of custody, stalk or try to take off with their child. For the record, he was short with me at first when I asked about filming. It wasn't until I explained to him in a nice way before doing any filming, that he gave me permission to film and free run of the lightly crowded park. *Sadly, the US is not the same since 9/11. People are scared, panicky, and more paranoid than ever. And with the recent mass shootings, all the more. *When all is said and done, we are guests in someone's house, so to speak. We must abide by their rules, especially since we are members of TPR. Like it or not, we represent TPR on every outing and must be mindfull of how we act at parks, particularly when dealing with management. There wouldn't be some of the perks (walkbacks, special tours, special souvenirs, ERT, lunches, etc...)there are on the big trips, if TPR didn't have a good relationships with and respect for park management, big or small. *It may seem like extra work, but taking time to email or call a place (like the Space and Rocket Center), is just a good habit to get into. I did that for my upcoming visit, specifically asking about their policies. When all was said and done filming was fine, as long as I didn't get in the way of their staff or other patrons. Groovy! That's a big 10-4 good buddy! In a way, we're all semi-professional media (though we're still viewed by the parks as general public). As media people, there are just some courtesys and rules you follow to build good professional relationships with those organizations you film. Anger them, and it's tough to do your job/hobby later. If the park people know they can trust you, sometimes you'll get more leeway and maybe a perk down the road. Briefly, I worked with some folks on a particular film project last year. One of those folks was on another project I filmed later that same year. He remembered me as "a good guy" and made me privy to some very helpful info about the current project. This is info I wouldn't have gotten otherwise, especially if I hadn't earned his trust. No shots at anyone here, but these are things to think about and may prove useful. Hope they help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 I love you Wes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastercrazed49 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Haha that picture never gets old! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 ^^^ We're not worthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astroworldfan1 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Im shure the owners of Southern Advenures are convensed they are the next terriost attack spot! -Tatum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRapidsNerd Posted February 12, 2008 Author Share Posted February 12, 2008 Thanks Wes. I really appreciate you completely negating and making fun of my legitimate point with that stupid picture. You just killed the whole message. There's a time and place for your humor, and this wasn't it. I'm saying the same thing that's been said by Robb and others about not being arrogant and disrespectful when you go to a park and following their rules, and I'm being made fun of for it? That's a garbage and BS double standard. Since I'm obviously nothing more than joke material, it's a waste to post on this forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Disclaimer! You need a sense of humor to view our site, if you don't have a sense of humor, or are easily offended, please turn back now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIP Psyclone Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Thanks Wes. I really appreciate you completely negating and making fun of my legitimate point with that stupid picture. You just killed the whole message. There's a time and place for your humor, and this wasn't it. I'm saying the same thing that's been said by Robb and others about not being arrogant and disrespectful when you go to a park and following their rules, and I'm being made fun of for it? That's a garbage and BS double standard. Since I'm obviously nothing more than joke material, it's a waste to post on this forum. So what, you deleted? Honestly, man, you gotta have a better sense of humor than that. I get a lot of sh*t on this site, but I keep coming back because I'm here for the same reason as everyone else, a love for theme parks and roller coasters. Also, you shouldn't have posted that pic here if you didn't want it to come back in a (sort of) humorous way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkybadger Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Rapidsnerd, I just have to wonder - did you post your overly wordy essay in here to actually help somebody, or was it just so you could make yourself seem more important because you've interacted with management and done some filming at pee-on parks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meteornotes Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 I'm sorry, but the manager at this place was completely overreacting. His little park is in no way a target for terrorism or anything else. People like this really need to calm down. And park visitors are NOT media. As someone that has worked as a media person, this bothers me. You're a paying customer, nothing more. If you want to go through channels and get yoruself set up as media, fine, but buying a ticket to a park does not suddenly make you a media person. Please do not give yourselves an over-inflated sense of power or anything. dt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadwayboy2007 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 So what, you deleted? Honestly, man, you gotta have a better sense of humor than that. I get a lot of sh*t on this site, but I keep coming back because I'm here for the same reason as everyone else, a love for theme parks and roller coasters. Quoted for truth. I've gotten made fun of my fair share or times as well, and I did once actually consider deleting my account...but then i realized my life would be much more boring without TPR so i just got over the fact that I got made fun of and moved on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voodoobones Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Plain and simple, if I caught one of my employees treating a customer like this manager of an amusement park did I would give him his walking papers. The company I work at treats not just our customers but our employees with respect. Without customers you have nothing. The manager in question is no different than a mall security guard with an over inflated sense of importance. Just curious but, was the manager really short? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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