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Adventure Park in Sandwich on track to reopen by April 2024. What we know.

Ziplining is on track to return to Sandwich by April 2024, after Heritage Museums & Gardens’ Adventure Park secured a necessary building permit at the beginning of the month.

The park features an extensive aerial climbing course with about 80 treetop platforms, as well as ziplining, according to its website.

The permit clears the way for the construction of two yurts, or portable, circular dwellings; a platform and an aerial adventure course; and the construction of parking and a sidewalk. Sandwich Building Commissioner Brendan Brides confirmed the permit was issued Feb. 1.

The park is the subject of some controversy. A group of Sandwich residents has been against Heritage’s Adventure Park since its inception and have been in and out of court with Heritage, Outdoor Ventures, a commercial park design firm and the town of Sandwich since 2014.

Rhonda Schnipke of Ohio tests out a zip line at the Adventure Park at Heritage Museums and Gardens in 2015. The <a href= — Rhonda Schnipke of Ohio tests out a zip line at the Adventure Park at Heritage Museums and Gardens in 2015. The park secured a building permit in February after winning a court case in September to reopen the park. [Merrily Cassidy/Cape Cod Times file]

Rhonda Schnipke of Ohio tests out a zip line at the Adventure Park at Heritage Museums and Gardens in 2015. The park secured a <a href= — Rhonda Schnipke of Ohio tests out a zip line at the Adventure Park at Heritage Museums and Gardens in 2015. The park secured a building permit in February after winning a court case in September to reopen the park. [Merrily Cassidy/Cape Cod Times file]

Heritage was ordered to close the Adventure Park in 2017, after a jury-waived trial was held and Judge Cornelius J. Moriarty II heritage-aerial-park/10870680007/” data-ylk=”slk:ruled in favor of the plaintiffs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas” class=”link “ruled in favor of the plaintiffs. In September, Heritage won a Barnstable County Superior Court ruling, which said Heritage could re-open its Adventure Park.

Brides said the issuance of the building permit can be appealed to the building

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Team Summit and Frisco Adventure Park hosting 10th annual Bubble Gum Race Series

**Two skiers bomb down the beginner ski and snowboard hill at the Frisco Adventure Park as part of the Bubble Gum Race Series.**
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The Frisco Adventure Park will be hosting the 10th Annual Bubble Gum Race Series on six Wednesdays in February and March at the beginner ski and snowboard hill, which is next to the Frisco Adventure Park tubing hill and serviced by the same surface lift.

All levels of young skiers and snowboarders are encouraged to compete in this free race series made possible through a partnership with Team Summit.

The fun, non-competitive community races provide an opportunity for kids to try out racing in a casual environment. Participants will have the chance to race, untimed, multiple times over the course of one hour.

Participants will be given three pieces of bubble gum, which will act as their “ticket” to race. Racers will give it to the person at the start of the course to race, and they will get a piece of bubble gum if they win.

The 2024 race schedule:

Wednesday, Feb. 21, dual slalom
Wednesday, Feb. 28, obstacle course
Wednesday, March 6, dual slalom
Wednesday, March 13, Nordic
Wednesday, March 20, obstacle course
Wednesday, March 27, dual wlalom

The Bubble Gum Series races are free. Registration is from 4-5 p.m. the day of the races inside the Frisco Adventure Park Day Lodge, located at 621 Recreation Way in Frisco.

Free preregistration is also available online at FriscoAdventurePark.com. Races will run from approximately 5-6 p.m. Racers must provide their own ski or snowboard equipment, and helmets are required to race. Free hot cocoa and cookies will be served at the Day Lodge after each race.

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Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion rebuild due in July

Tom Merrell, the director of operations for the Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority, has told Greenbrook residents that their new pavilion in the Greenbrook Adventure Park could be complete as early as July.

The former pavilion burned due to fireworks early on July 5 and the remaining structure was demolished Oct. 1.

Merrell said a group of teens were shooting fireworks late the night of July 4 and into the next morning. After they were done, they cleaned the area and threw the used fireworks into the garbage can.

“They did what every parent asks them to do, clean up after yourself,” Merrell said. “However, they just didn’t understand there was a possibility with the fireworks that had been spent that they could still catch fire. About an hour later it caught flame.”

East Manatee Fire Rescue, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and the state Fire Marshal’s office conducted an investigation with the Fire Marshal’s Office determining there was no criminal intent, and that the fire was an accident. As a result, no charges are being filed, and the IDA will not file any civil litigation, Merrell said.

With the demolition complete, the area’s power has been restored, but there are internet service signal issues.

The IDA is working with the architecture firm WBRC Inc. on the design of the new pavilion.

The demolition of the Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion is complete. Now, the Inter-District Authority is designing the new pavilion.

Merrell said residents were happy with the design of the previous pavilion, so the only improvements made will be the inclusion of a fire retardant system and a storage room to keep supplies separated from the electrical room. The pavilion will be built up to current standards and codes.

“We’ve learned from events that have happened,” Merrell

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sneak peek of the Hot Wheels “Bone Shaker Rollercoaster”

GLENDALE, AZ — Mattel Adventure Park chose National Roller Coaster Day to share a sneak peek of its “Bone Shaker Rollercoaster!”

This Hot Wheels-themed roller coaster is just one of many attractions set to open at the new adventure park next year.

Rendering of the new “first-ever” Hot Wheels rollercoaster.

Mark Cornell, president of Mattel Adventure Park, shared a close-up of the Bone Shaker Rollercoaster carts.

A first look at the Hot Wheels Bone Shaker Rollercoaster.

“Well, it’ll be the first launching coaster in Arizona, that’s for sure and this is [magnetic propulsion]… the same sort of technology that launches, you know, planes off an aircraft carrier. So that’s super exciting. So, it’s very fast, very quiet, very efficient,” said Cornell.

Aerial footage from the Mattel Adventure Park construction site where the rollercoaster will open: “This this ride like all of our rides, loads and unloads indoors, it will then peek straight through the roof on the lift, come out the upside of the roof, and it will bellow around the entire roof and come back into a double downward helix of 660 degrees comes back inside and slams on the brake. This is you know the ultimate in Hot Wheels experience,” said Cornell.

According to Cornell, this is the family coaster and there will be another Hot Wheels-themed roller coaster geared for those seeking an adrenaline rush.

“This is a super themed car. I mean, the front end of this this vehicle is chromed carbon fiber. You know, the flames, Mattel worked with us to make sure that these cars were as authentic to the Hot Wheels car as they possibly could be,” said Cornell.

“Our second coaster is based on another top-selling Hot Wheels car, the Twin Mill, which is

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Mattel Adventure Park in Arizona adds Barbie Beach House

The Barbie Beach House is one of the many attractions featured in Mattel’s Adventure Park in Glendale, AZ, opening in 2024.

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Brace yourselves, toy enthusiasts because an exciting new attraction is on the horizon that promises to transport you back to the treasured days of your youth. Mattel, the renowned toy manufacturer behind iconic brands like Barbie and Hot Wheels, is currently hard at work developing an extraordinary amusement park in Glendale, AZ that is set to make childhood dreams come true.

The “Mattel Adventure Park,” the first-ever park bearing the Mattel name, is slated to open in 2024. VAI Resort, which bills itself as Arizona’s largest resort, will include a theme park as part of its offerings.

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The highly anticipated Mattel Adventure Park is gearing up to offer an array of enticing things to do and immersive experiences that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. Among the main draws is the Barbie Beach House, where guests can sip on a “signature pink beverage” while enjoying the views from the third-story rooftop. This is just one of the exciting revelations on the theme park’s official website making Barbie Girls everywhere count down the days until the park opens.

Aside from Barbie-themed attractions, there are two Hot Wheels roller coasters and the first life-size Thomas the Tank Engine electric passenger train at the indoor Thomas & Friends theme park.

“At Mattel, we are home to some of the most iconic, multi-generational franchises in the world,” Senior Director

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New York adventure park owner admits to fraudulently obtaining over $3 million in federal coronavirus aid

Donald Finley, the owner of an adventure park in Long Island, New York, fraudulently obtained $3.2 million in coronavirus aid and spent the money on himself.
Finley pleaded guilty to disaster relief and has agreed to pay over $3.2 million restitution as well as a fine of up to 1.25 million. He is facing 30 years in prison.
Finley submitted fraudulent applications for up to 30 small business loans according to prosecutors.

The owner of a New York adventure park on Long Island admitted Thursday that he fraudulently obtained more than $3 million in federal coronavirus aid and spent it on himself, including buying a home on the Massachusetts island of Nantucket.

Donald Finley pleaded guilty to disaster relief fraud and wire fraud during a federal court hearing in Central Islip. Finley’s plea agreement calls for him to pay more than $3.2 million in restitution and a fine of up to $1.25 million. He also faces up to 30 years in prison but is not expected to get the maximum.

Sentencing was scheduled for Nov. 8.

CALIFORNIA AMUSEMENT PARK IMPLEMENTS CHAPERONE POLICY, CITES ‘INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR’

“This office will continue investigating and prosecuting those, like the defendant, who shamelessly steal from government programs that were intended for struggling small businesses and families during the pandemic,” U.S. Attorney Breon Peace said in a statement.

Donald Finley, the owner of a New York adventure park, has pleaded guilty to disaster relief fraud. He admitted to fraudulently obtaining over $3 million in COVID relief aid.

Messages seeking comment were left for Finley’s lawyer, Christopher Ferguson, and at an email address and phone number listed for Finley Thursday evening.

“I am deeply remorseful for my conduct,” Finley said in court, according to a report by Newsday.

OHIO POLICE ARREST TEENAGER WITH LOADED HANDGUN

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Flight Adventure Park Announces Richard Cook as New President and Chief Operating Officer

STERLING, Va., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flight Adventure Park, a multi-experience family entertainment venue with 13 locations across North America, has announced the hiring of Richard Cook as its new President and Chief Operating Officer. With more than three decades of experience in finance, operations, business development, and administration, Cook brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Flight Adventure Park team.

Steven L. Yeffa, CEO of Flight Adventure Park and Chairman of the International Adventure and Trampoline Parks Association (IATP), expressed his excitement for Cook’s addition. “We are thrilled to welcome Rich to the Flight Adventure Park team,” said Yeffa. “His extensive experience in operations and finance, coupled with his leadership skills and engaging personality, make him the perfect fit for our company as we continue to expand and bring our unique, imaginative brand of family entertainment across our parks in North America.”

Cook previously served in senior executive roles at CircusTrix (SkyZone, Defy, Rockin’ Jump) as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Administrative Officer. He also worked in a variety of senior finance positions at eBay, and in the technology sector at both large and small companies in Silicon Valley. Cook began his career in auditing at PwC in Washington, D.C. Cook currently serves as Vice Chairman of the IATP.

“I am excited to join the team at Flight Adventure Park,” said Richard Cook. “I look forward to bringing my deep-rooted expertise in family entertainment to grow the business and provide unforgettable experiences for families.”

Cook is based in Park City, Utah, with his family and enjoys spending his free time exploring the mountains, golfing, skiing, and playing pickleball. He holds a B.S. in Accounting from Brigham Young University and an MBA from the Fuqua School of

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Everybody jump! Urban Air Adventure Park coming to Belden Village

JACKSON TWP. − Urban Air Adventure Park plans to open a complex in the Belden Village Mall area in March featuring climbing walls, go-karts and trampolines.

Urban Air announced it has signed a lease agreement to open a new indoor park and entertainment center in an existing building that will be renovated at 5544 Dressler Road NW. March is the target date for opening the 55,000-square-foot facility.

Urban Air says it’s the largest indoor adventure park operator in the world.

Urban Air in Stark County will employ 60 people, the company said, adding that it will begin accepting applications soon.

The Jackson Township site will join other Urban Air locations in the Akron and Cleveland areas. Progress of “Urban Air North Canton” can be tracked on Facebook, the company said in a news release.

The company says it was created with a “higher purpose to help kids have fun while achieving activity goals that enhance their social and physical skills.”

The Stark County location will include a Snapology, a partner for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) education initiatives, Urban Air said.

Urban Air plans to open a location in Jackson Township.

Founded in 2011, Urban Air has more than 330 locations open or in development.

“We know families are looking for ways to spend more time together, and as the premier destination for family fun and adventure, we’re thrilled to bring our park experience to even more families in North Canton,” Urban Air’s CEO Jay Thomas, said in a prepared statement. “Each park is equipped with unique and patented attractions, giving families a one-of-a-kind experience and allowing them to be active, soar to new heights, and reach new limits, all while having fun and making memories.”

Urban Air Adventure Parks offer a variety of attractions, including mini-golf,

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New Hampshire adventure park closes until further notice

Gunstock Adventure Park at Gunstock Mountain Resort closed Thursday and will remain closed until further notice after the resort’s entire management team resigned Wednesday night.A sign at the ticket office Thursday notified people that the park was closed.”Coming up here, I was super excited looking at the mountain and how beautiful it is, but we’ll find something else to do, I guess,” said Kalie Walker, who was visiting from Florida.Tom Day served as the president and general manager until Wednesday night, when he and the senior management team resigned. Commissioner Gary Kiedaisch also resigned at Wednesday night’s meeting of the Gunstock Area Commission.”We didn’t want to do this,” Day said.But he said managers felt they had to resign because of what he called the overreach of the Gunstock Area Commission, a five-member board appointed by the Belknap County delegation.”The biggest problem we had, we feel that we deal with everything with honesty, integrity and respect with our staff,” Day said. “We asked to be treated that way also. We don’t feel as though that was happening. They also said they had the right to come in and do what they wanted.”Members of the commission met with Gunstock employees Thursday afternoon. News 9 spoke with Commissioner Jade Wood, who declined an on-camera interview, but said the commission’s No. 1 priority is the staff. Wood also applauded employees for their hard work. “This area commission that oversees Gunstock just doesn’t see the value,” said Gov. Chris Sununu.Sununu said he doesn’t blame the Gunstock managers for walking, and he said the commissioners and Belknap County state representatives should be removed from the board.”The people of Belknap County have all the opportunity in the world, whether it’s through elections or a recall effort,” Sununu said. “Change that team. Bring that management team back in.”In … Read the rest