DonHelbig

They had the part they needed last year and chose not to operate it.

He’s right.

But once again. they weren’t in front of it and were reactive instead of proactive.

Once again a Six Flags park didn’t control the narrative with a ride closure and only responded to the media because they had to with a photo in circulation.

The ride posters when posted on the construction fence had the wrong stats because someone didn’t bother to ask someone if they were right.

Mystic Timbers

https://sanduskyregister.com/news/862092/cedar-point-removes-monster/

R.I.P. Monster at Cedar Point. 1970-2025

Opening days, preview days are far from the most crowded days of the year.

There’s something special about a milestone season, and Hersheypark is leaning into it in a big way. Details: https://themeparksbydon.com/hersheypark-120th-season-spring-weekends/

A classic rock legend is kicking off a theme park’s biggest season yet. Wild Adventures is celebrating 30 years with a full concert lineup—and it all starts with Kansas. Details: https://themeparksbydon.com/wild-adventures-concert-series-kansas-2026/

I feel a change in the wind.

I attended ERScream. I thought ACE put together a nice event and made the best of the way things turned out with the weather.

To preserve the integrity of the first riders auction, I only had 15 spots to work with for non-traditional media to attend Diamondback media day. To help localize the story for media outlets, I used most of these spots to invite enthusiasts from Indianapolis, Louisville, Lexington, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Columbus, Toledo, and Detroit for TV news satellite hits. KIC had representation at the event out of the 15 spots, as did ACE and GOCC.

When it comes to relationships with groups like American Coaster Enthusiasts, they don’t see the picture at all. You can’t build long-term value while treating the very community and people who helped build your legacy like disposable assets.