cparkes92 Posted May 9, 2020 Share Posted May 9, 2020 Gov Cuomo released the plans for reopening of businesses in NYS last week. Based on that, amusement parks would fall into phase 4 and it will be a minimum of 6 weeks from May 15th that DL would be able to even considering opening. That's also based on Genesee county entering phase 1 on the 15th and hitting the required metrics to advance to the next phase every 2 weeks. That would put earliest possible opening (barring setbacks) on June 27th, with a more realistic date being a couple of weeks later. I am also assuming hiring, training, and maintenance can take place after entering phase 1 or 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Genesee County has been given approval to begin phase 1 reopening on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 Genesee County has been given approval to begin phase 1 reopening on Friday. As part of that, if waterpark construction hasnt started yet, it should soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darienlake2648 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I'd imagine that construction for the new slide could get underway as early as tomorrow as long as the park is still committed to building it this year. As far as the reopening process is concerned, Darien Lake would likely be allowed to open whenever Genesee County enters phase 4 and they could realistically spend the weeks leading up to opening by training their employees while still practicing social distancing. However, in the event of a spike in cases then the risk of not opening back up becomes greater. From my understanding, Genesee County could reach phase 2 but if the number of hospitalizations went up in the Finger Lakes region then the county could be stuck in phase 2 or go back to phase 1 with the worst-case scenario involving everything that isn't essential closing back up. No matter what happens, I think Genesee County is at a much lower risk compared to the rest of the Finger Lakes region, but if Monroe County sees a spike in hospitalizations then the rest of the region is affected as far as heading in the wrong direction is concerned. Also, Erie County will be lagging behind as they aren't entering phase 1 on Friday, and when you think about it there are a lot of people from Erie who either work at the park or visit regularly. That isn't necessarily a huge problem, but it is something to keep in mind. Another question is whether or not all the rides would be allowed to open back up. It may not be as easy to practice social distancing on certain rides, and you'll have to make sure the seats on all the rides are properly cleaned. There may be limitations regarding how far apart you are from other people on rides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjr19 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 The fact that the park is in Genesee County could be super beneficial to getting the park back open sooner. Honestly I was somewhat surprised that they labeled it as the Finger Lakes region, given its close ties with WNY. If the park was in Erie County, the wait would be so much higher for a park opening, if at all. Here’s to hoping that the Phase 1 numbers don’t get nasty, and we can progress to an opening of some sorts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhaseDMA Posted May 14, 2020 Share Posted May 14, 2020 I'd imagine that construction for the new slide could get underway as early as tomorrow as long as the park is still committed to building it this year. As far as the reopening process is concerned, Darien Lake would likely be allowed to open whenever Genesee County enters phase 4 and they could realistically spend the weeks leading up to opening by training their employees while still practicing social distancing. However, in the event of a spike in cases then the risk of not opening back up becomes greater. From my understanding, Genesee County could reach phase 2 but if the number of hospitalizations went up in the Finger Lakes region then the county could be stuck in phase 2 or go back to phase 1 with the worst-case scenario involving everything that isn't essential closing back up. No matter what happens, I think Genesee County is at a much lower risk compared to the rest of the Finger Lakes region, but if Monroe County sees a spike in hospitalizations then the rest of the region is affected as far as heading in the wrong direction is concerned. Also, Erie County will be lagging behind as they aren't entering phase 1 on Friday, and when you think about it there are a lot of people from Erie who either work at the park or visit regularly. That isn't necessarily a huge problem, but it is something to keep in mind. Another question is whether or not all the rides would be allowed to open back up. It may not be as easy to practice social distancing on certain rides, and you'll have to make sure the seats on all the rides are properly cleaned. There may be limitations regarding how far apart you are from other people on rides. Gawd. Darien Lake is probably the biggest issue for Monroe County at this point. I'm not sure how you realistically social distance at a theme park. I don't see DL opening in any normal capacity any time soon. Construction will continue as the mandates allow. There at this point (May 15th) doesn't seem to be any reason to prevent construction. I'd imagine this season is a wash at least until August. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sk610 Posted May 21, 2020 Share Posted May 21, 2020 I agree with Phase on this one. Social distancing at a theme park is going to be very difficult. It will be pretty much every other seat on the coasters and flat rides. TBH, the only true ride at the park i can see running at full capacity is Moose on the Loose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted May 21, 2020 Share Posted May 21, 2020 My question is can families share seats. How does that work? I could see Genesee Co. Hitting phase 4 by July, which I believe means social distancing isnt necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhaseDMA Posted May 24, 2020 Share Posted May 24, 2020 I could see Genesee Co. Hitting phase 4 by July, which I believe means social distancing isnt necessary. You sir, are optimistic. At this point, the only way masks are going away this year, is if people down right refuse to wear them. Although as the weather gets nicer, people are becoming less and less tolerant of the masks and social distancing. Really it comes down to the local law enforcement and if they are willing to enforce these mandates when a large group challenges them. Law enforcement outside of large cities tend to be Republican, and as best as I can tell have been unwilling to enforce these mandates - which as elected officials, it is their job to read the desire of the community. At the end of the day it's doubtful DL will be the ones to determine anything. It will be SF and what they are doing in 90% of the country that is in some form already open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyUD06 Posted May 24, 2020 Share Posted May 24, 2020 Really it comes down to the local law enforcement and if they are willing to enforce these mandates when a large group challenges them. Law enforcement outside of large cities tend to be Republican, and as best as I can tell have been unwilling to enforce these mandates - which as elected officials, it is their job to read the desire of the community. Speaking as a LEO with almost 14 years on the job, you are making a lot of assumptions. You'd be surprised how many LEOs, even in suburban and rural areas, have more liberal beliefs. Most of us are unionized, and a lot are very anti-private-gun-ownership, so you have to take that into account. Also, the only "elected" LEO are Sheriffs...as in THE Sheriff, not the deputies that make up the actual department. Everyone else is hired, either by the Chief/Sheriff/Commissioner, or in the cases of Chiefs/Commissioners, the local government (mayor/council/etc.). Finally, it doesn't matter what the rank-and-file believe, it matters what the Chief/Sheriff/Commissioner believes, since they're the ones issuing directives to those actually out on the street. I can't speak for my entire profession, but if my boss tells me to write someone a ticket for not wearing a mask or lose my job, you can bet that person is getting that ticket. Personally, I think the masks and social distancing stuff is ridiculous, but I wear a mask when there's a sign on the door to the business telling me to, and would write a ticket if so instructed, because it's not a big enough affront to my personal moral code to justify losing my career over. Not trying to derail the topic, just provide some perspective on what law enforcement will or won't enforce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhaseDMA Posted May 25, 2020 Share Posted May 25, 2020 Yes. Sheriffs are elected. Police chiefs are appointed by elected officials. Yes, the rank and file are accountable to their bosses. A miscommunication perhaps, but no assumptions. I was more trying to point out this is a huge mess with 3 different layers. Elected officials, law enforcement, and voters - and at times none of these parties are on the same page. I'm just not sure how we get through this when police and mayors/governors are not on the same page, or even worse, when the TX Gov. issues a mandate, and then faults the law for enforcing said law. No matter how you feel about it, it's mind boggling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Expectedly, the Amphitheater has lost all its shows this season, including the Kingdom Bound festival, which was canceled today. Park attendance is going to be very light this year regardless of restrictions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 This thread is already enough of a disaster without people bringing politics into it. Please return to your usual, run-of-the-mill crazy. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 ^ So when do you think that they're going to bring back Cuda Falls? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 ^ So when do you think that they're going to bring back Cuda Falls? I heard theyre going to combine it with B:TE and make it a water coaster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Genesee County moving to Phase 2. https://buffalonews.com/2020/05/29/genesee-orleans-wyoming-counties-will-move-to-phase-two-saturday/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golddisk Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 And now onto phase 3. So far everything has been on time. https://www.wivb.com/news/new-york/watch-gov-cuomo-makes-an-announcement-provides-daily-briefing-2/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 Hopefully SFDL opens 1st or 2nd week of July. Probably after the 4th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Maier Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 ^ So when do you think that they're going to bring back Cuda Falls? I heard they're going to combine it with B:TE and make it a water coaster! That would .... actually be quite amusing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAmericanKnight Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 Does anyone have any videos or photos of Nightmare at Phantom Cave on the inside while it was at Darien Lake? A POV video would be great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonymouscactus Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 There are a couple on RCDB from the inside when it was at Great Escape. Just of the entrance etc. Nothing showing the ride with lights on. I think this link will bring up pictures of the ride in general at other parks... assuming all the Jetstar models match and they didn't make modifications. I have no clue. https://rcdb.com/r.htm?ot=2&mo=8198 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 Campground reopening June 25th https://www.wkbw.com/rebound/six-flags-darien-lake-to-reopen-campground-on-june-25th-with-extensive-restrictions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAmericanKnight Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 Campground reopening June 25th https://www.wkbw.com/rebound/six-flags-darien-lake-to-reopen-campground-on-june-25th-with-extensive-restrictions Does that include the Amusement Park? If not, have that not announced the opening date of the park yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 Does NOT include the park, yet. Just Darien Square. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haymaker Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 Well Genesee County hits phase 4 on Friday, but no word on if SFDL is included. Malls and gyms still arent included so theres a possibility it isnt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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