29yrswithaGApass

Your recollection of a lot of the details of the first version are better than mine. I do remember the layout being much simpler inside the cabin and Houdini on the ceiling behind the skylight. I think they opted for a show with many more props and special effects which did make it more interesting. The first edition was rather simplistic and less impressive.

When the park stopped handing out paper maps at the park I thought it was a decision of Six Flags corporate to eliminate paper nationwide. I was surprised to see on a video of SF Great America’s 2023 opening day that they have paper pamphlet maps this year. We need these back!

I had to laugh while watching some of the YouTube videos of the dragon on fire. Obviously, Disneyland has a lot of Disney fans in the park but some of them watched the dragon go up in flames and reacted like it was the Hindenburg. There were actually people wailing, and I was honestly expecting someone to yell out “oh the humanity”.

Six Flags Appoints Angus Jenkins as Corporate Vice President of Maintenance and Engineering April 21, 2023 Maintenance and engineering teams restructured into a single division to improve ride availability ARLINGTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company and largest operator of water parks in North America, today announced the appointment of Angus Jenkins to the newly created role of Vice President, Maintenance and Engineering. Jenkins and a team of four regional directors will lead the combined Maintenance and Engineering Division, supporting Six Flags’ 27 properties with enhanced leadership, technical knowledge and on-going support. The new structure will position the Company to meaningfully improve ride availability at its properties over time, which is a leading guest pain point. “Our top priority is to provide our guests with safe and memorable experiences in our parks,” said Six Flags Chief Executive Officer, Selim Bassoul. “I am delighted to have Angus lead our Maintenance and Engineering team and believe this newly combined organization will allow us to elevate our industry leading safety standards while also improving ride up-times.” “I am thrilled to be leading the Maintenance and Engineering Division,” added Mr. Jenkins. “Our team is excited to play a key role in the Company’s long-term strategy of elevating the guest experience by improving ride availability, overseeing the next generation of new ride installations, and continuing to deliver on Six Flags’ industry best safety levels.” Throughout his career in the attractions industry, Jenkins has served in both park and corporate roles, most recently in Saudi Arabia as the International Brand Project Director, Design and Construction for Six Flags. Jenkins’ extensive experience in both new project development and on-going asset maintenance position him to expertly manage the company’s capital projects as well as maintenance and improvement of existing rides and facilities. Prior to joining Six Flags in 2018, Jenkins worked with Chance Morgan Rides, Vekoma Rides, Leisure and Recreation Concepts, Inc. (LARC) and Alpha Smartparks. Jenkins and the regional Directors of Maintenance and Engineering will collaborate with park maintenance personnel to ensure that the Company’s high standards for maintenance, safety and ride availability are observed; all applicable standards including local, regional and ASTM F24 requirements are met; and capital projects are executed in a timely and effective manner. Source: Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

I would imagine the dragon at the MK won’t be using its fire effect for a while.

I am sure this doesn’t fall under their use agreement with WB. I am just stating a desire for the return of shows like this (or any other type of entertainment).

It's hard to believe that it was 25 years ago that this show was performed at the park during Warner Bros.'s 75th Anniversary. This year they are celebrating their 100th Anniversary and I can't help but think it would have made a great show this year.

Source: Six Flags

Here is a photo from Feb 18, 2022 of the Adventure Theater stage being removed.

Xcalibur has been removed from SF St Louis. Sad....

I am assuming this will be our Coke VIP lounge.

^ I think GA was above average in part because of the following: - Aggressive operating calendar including many weekdays in the off season. - Aside from water rides, almost all rides were always open. - Coasters operated with maximum number of trains even when not needed. - Park allowed rerides without leaving the station. - Rides operated even when temperatures seemed extreme (cold). They seemed to be most inefficient in the foods department with the number of outlets usually less than ideal.

You would think the CEO would know that before eliminating the park president. Doesn’t seem he is in a rush to replace him.

More good news…

Not a fan of the new train color. It looks like a faded version of the original. Just like the track!

When the park added the Safari Off Road Adventure in 2013 I always wished they would have included the entire Safari on the theme park map. That would have looked impressive.

Does anyone have interior pictures from last season when this building was used as Santa’s house? I would imagine with the discontinuation of Six Flags photos around the park that photos with Santa may not be an attraction during Holiday in the Park this season.

Splash Island's first pieces at Hurricane Harbor!

Two additional pins have been added to our Pin Collection! 1995 Six Flags Great Adventure Logo pin: 2023 Save an Icon pin:

The updated map for the Six Flags Wild Safari Drive-Through Adventure is now available HERE. This is a summary of the changes for 2023: Wilde Plaines: Dama Gazelle (removed) Wild Plaines Lowlands: Sacred Ibis (removed) Chilean Flamingo (removed)

It is the original smaller bucket (from the left side) of Discovery Bay.

And how much of that is building the new campus and relocation costs of Imagineering to Florida?

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I think in general visiting a park has become a less enjoyable experience and more of an advanced planning military-like series of maneuvers. The days of a spontaneous enjoyable day at the park are over - regional or destination wise.

What happened to Disney saying they may have pushed pricing too far? It didn’t seem to stop them from raising Genie+ to an all time high today.