TWO ADDITIONAL NOTES ABOUT SFNE INFORMAL GATHERING SUNDAY
1. We have been cleared for access to Superman via the Q-Bot entrance, however if it becomes too busy (as it may, given the weather forecast), this perk may have to be withdrawn in fairness to those waiting in the regular line. Please abide by the park's decision on this.
2. Item 1 may become a moot point. I just received the following message in an e-mail from our contact at the park:
...As of right now, Superman is down. It will not open tonight. It may not open this weekend at all. We are waiting on some sort of part that is on its way.... We are doing EVERYTHING in our power to get the ride up. With the beautiful weather, we can't afford (not that you ever can) to have our marque ride down. Just wanted to let you know so you can let the members know. I don't want to let people down.
The park is sorry for the inconvenience. If I receive any further updates on Superman's status between now and Sunday, I'll post them here.
FINAL SCHEDULE INFORMATION FOR INFORMAL GATHERING AT SIX FLAGS NEW ENGLAND ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2
The tour (Scream/Houdini/south side of Cyclone) mentioned in the last entry is confirmed. Meet underneath
the entrance sign to the Super Hero Adventures area (i.e. just prior to the main stairway used to get down to Superman) at 2:15 pm if you would like to participate.
The 4 pm meeting time for ITOTs outside of Superman's exit/gift shop is still on, as planned (see post below).
If you haven't purchased your 2004 season pass yet and would like to take advantage of the group discount, meet in the vicinity of the carousel and guest relations at 6:30 pm on Sunday and we'll make a group purchase. Processing, as I understand it, will also be available that day. If this group wishes to proceed to ITOTs after the purchase, we will do so.
The park closes at 9 pm and last ride of the year on Superman for New England ACE members is confirmed. We will probably have to meet by the south entrance of the Batman stunt show like we did last year around 8:45 pm or so, though this could change. Be sure to listen to any instructions given by the park or myself if the meeting place/time is changed.
Those are all the updated details as I understand them. I look forward to seeing you Sunday!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT INFORMAL GATHERING AT SIX FLAGS NEW ENGLAND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2
So far, there is one meeting time scheduled for those attending at 4pm in the vicinity of the exit/gift shop area of Superman Ride of Steel. This will likely be the launching point for some informal takeover times (ITOTs) on various rides, but could evolve into something else. In addition to likely getting the last ride of the year on Superman (exclusively for ACE New England Region members, with ACE members from outside of New England getting next priority and guests of members getting next priority after that if space still remains on the train), a tour of the Scream operators booth, Houdini's basement and control systems area, and the south side of Cyclone is tentatively planned. Other surprises are also being considered, but are either still not even close to being confirmed or are a bit of a longshot, and therefore should probably not be discussed at this time. Needless to say, though, it should be a fun day. Hope to see you there!
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COASTERING IN DECEMBER? THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST IS A NEW POSSIBILITY!
Think the roller coaster season is over for the year? Well think again! Wild Waves and Enchanted Village will be open in December for “Holiday with Lights!” Celebrate the season with colorful lights, beautiful holiday carols, pictures with Santa and much, much more--like, for example, a regional event to take place Saturday, December 20, 2003!
Plans are still firming, but the schedule is shaping up as follows:
4:15pm-5:00pm: Check-in and registration at the main entrance
5:00pm-6:00pm: ERT on Timberhawk: Ride of Prey
6:00pm-8:00pm: Mexican Fiesta Dinner
6:00pm-10:00pm: Park open to general public
7:00pm-7:15pm: Door prize giveaways and group photos
Note that the ERT would be a night-time session. It gets dark very early this time of year! Weatherwise, it’s not likely we’d have snow, but light rainfall is certainly possible (sustained heavy rainfall isn’t that common). The park will make every effort to run the coaster, even if we have less-than-ideal weather conditions.
The cost for this event will likely be $10 for ACE members and $15 for non-ACE members. This price is not confirmed as of yet, so it might vary slightly.
For more information on this event as it becomes available, email Steve Gzesh at stevegz@microsoft.com.
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TWO EVENT FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE FROM ACE WEB SITE
In case you missed it in your most recent national and regional ACE mailings, the flyer for the Islands of Adventure event next month as well as Boo-lder Dash Bash are now up and available for downloading from
www.aceonline.org. Be sure to check the web site often for information of this nature.
BOO-LDER DASH BASH FULL DETAILS
What: "Boo-lder Dash Bash" registration includes one hour of Exclusive Ride Time on Boulder Dash, PLUS admission to the park AND admission to the Haunted Graveyard, Southern New England's premier Halloween attraction!
When: Saturday, October 25, 2003. Registration is strictly from 3:00-4:00 pm.
Where: Lake Compounce, Route 229, Bristol / Southington, CT
Cost:
$22 - ACE Members (must show current valid ACE membership card).
$26 - Non-ACE Members (must bring a copy of this flyer or arrive as a guest of a member--in either event, the non-member rate applies).
Schedule of Events:
3:00 - 4:00 pm: Registration at the main entrance. All attendees will receive admission to the park and to the Haunted Graveyard, and a nametag that must be worn during ERT in order to participate. NO event tickets will be sold once registration has closed. Sorry, no meals are included with registration; however, "Midway Moola," which can be used to purchase food and merchandise, will be available at a 10% discount during registration only ("Midway Moola" can also be used next season).
*** ALL payments must be made on-site ***
*** CASH will be accepted from all ***
*** PERSONAL CHECKS will be accepted from ACE members ONLY ***
*** CREDIT CARDS will NOT be accepted. ***
4:00 - 5:00 pm: Exclusive Ride Time on Boulder Dash.
5:00 pm - closing: Lake Compounce and the Haunted Graveyard open and available to the public and you. Rides close at 11 pm; Haunted Graveyard closing time depends on attendance, but is usually between 11 pm and midnight.
Important Notes:
* The registration time is limited because of the timing of ERT and because of the heavy theming at the park entrance once the park is open to the public. If you CANNOT make the registration time, please try to find a friend to purchase your ticket for you.
* It is not possible to prorate fees for partial attendance (Park or Haunted Graveyard only) or for members with Season Passes.
* Parking at Lake Compounce is $2.
* Cameras are
not permitted on the coasters at any time.
* All scheduled events are subject to change without notice due to inclement weather, equipment problems, or other unforeseen circumstances.
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All attendees are expected to fully comply with park rules, guidelines, and instructions. Failure to do so may result in ejection from the park and/or disciplinary action by ACE, per the Code of Conduct.
Directions to Lake Compounce:
From within Connecticut:
* Bridgeport: Rt. 8 north to I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs. (40 miles)
* Danbury: I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs. (40 miles)
* Hartford: I-84 west to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs. (18 miles)
* New Haven (28 miles): I-91 north to Rt. 691 west to I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
* New London: I-95 south to Rt. 9 north to Rt. 72 west to I-84 west to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs. (60 miles)
* Stamford: I-95 north to Rt. 8 north (exit 27a) to I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs. (61 miles)
* Waterbury: I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs. (12 miles)
From out of state:
* Upper New England - western MA, VT, and NH: I-91 south to I-84 west to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
* Southern NY and NJ: I-95 north to Rt. 8 (exit 27a) to I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
* Central New York: I-87 south to I-84 to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
* Northern New York: I-90 east to I-91 south to I-84 east to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
* Eastern MA/Boston area: I-90 west to I-84 west to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
* Rhode Island: Route 6 west to Route 101 west to Route 44 west to Route 74 west. Follow Route 74 to I-84 west to exit 31. North on Rt. 229, and follow signs.
The payment of registration fees by, for or on behalf of participants releases and holds harmless the American Coaster Enthusiasts Worldwide, Inc., its Officers, Directors, Executive Committee members and representatives, as well as Kennywood Entertainment Co. and Lake Compounce, from any and all liabilities related to those activities.
For Park information please visit
http://www.lakecompounce.com/ or call 860-583-3300.
For Haunted Graveyard information, please visit
http://www.hauntedgraveyard.com/.
A portion of the proceeds from The Haunted Graveyard are donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, local schools, and youth associations.
