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Park News
Beech Bend Park
President, Dallas Jones announced that free soft drinks will be included in all
park admissions in 2010. The park will offer an adult admission and a
child/senior admission and both will include unlimited free soft drinks plus
unlimited rides, use of the greatly expanded Splash Lagoon Water Park, Granny
Jones' Petting Farm and free miniature golf. Free parking,
free sunscreen and free tubes/mats will also return in 2010.
2010 Expansion Plans
Dallas Jones, President and owner of Beech Bend Park, Inc.,
announced plans for a multi-million dollar park expansion and several
significant improvements to the existing facilities. The new attractions and
enhancements are slated to be open for the 2010 season.
Water Park Expansion Plans
The expansion plans include a wave pool, lazy river and
water play structure. The 275,000-gallon wave pool will be the centerpiece of
the new water park expansion. It is being designed by Family Fun Corporation
and CDI of Ohio and will include waves generated by Murphy Waves. It will
feature eight wave chambers and can generate eight different wave patterns from
mild to wild. The 1,100 foot long lazy river will feature a “not so lazy”
component as it is connected directly to the wave pool. Waves generated from
the wave pool flow into the river causing a unique ocean motion effect. The
four-story play structure will feature seven slides, cascading waterfalls and
interactive water elements all contained in a 72,000-gallon zero entry pool.
The structure was designed by Texas based Fun Works Design Group and will
feature a tropical theme complete with toucans, surf boards, tiki statues and
palm trees.
Exciting New Ride Additions
In addition to the water park expansion, two new rides will be added, a
Family Tea Cup and a Quad Runner children’s ride. The new Family Tea Cup Ride
will replace the mini tea-cup ride that has been in the park for several years.
The ride is a larger, family size ride being constructed in Italy by Zamperla
Rides. The new Quad Runner Ride is for the little ones in the family. This
ride is a new version of the Hampton Combo ride that is next to the Tornado. It
features Quad Runners as the ride vehicles. It's sure to be a hit!
Other New Additions
A new amphitheatre will also be added for the 2010 season. The new facility
will include a 60 foot wide stage area, three dressing rooms and private
restrooms and will seat 400 people. Beech Bend Park will feature a new musical
production for 2010 and two favorites will return. The popular magic show
starring Master Illusionist Dinky Gowen will return. The magic show features
good ole’ fashioned family fun with magic, lots of laughs and some ventriloquism
antics. The Beech Bend Super Star Talent Show was a huge hit and will return in
2010 also. Several winners from the 2009 season were discovered while
performing at Beech Bend and are pursuing many great leads generated by the
show.
Other 2010 enhancements will include a new employee break room, restrooms and
a first aid facility.
Economic Impact
This expansion project will have an immediate effect on the
Bowling Green region. From concept to completion, this multi-million dollar
park expansion will have an immediate economic impact on the area. “We have
hired local workers to begin phase one of the project,” said Jones. “Each phase
will require different types of local talent.” Beech Bend also expects the
expansion to create an additional 50 jobs for the 2010 summer season.
Vicki Fitch, Executive Director of the Bowling
Green Area Convention & Visitors Bureau recently commented, “The Bowing Green
Area CVB is very appreciative of the investment Dallas and Alfreda Jones have
made in Beech Bend Raceway, Park and Campground. The attraction is a
contributor to the tune of $42 million dollars a year to the tourism economic
impact of Warren County.”
Beech Bend named 5th
Friendliest Park Again!
Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards were announced on Sept. 10, 2009 and Beech Bend Park
was awarded
the 5th Friendliest Park in the World Award. The Kentucky Rumbler Wooden Coaster
was awarded the 17th
Best Wooden Coaster in the World! Come ride it for yourself and see why
it has been consistently ranked in
the Top 20 since it was built in 2006.
FREE Soft Drinks, FREE Parking, FREE
Sunscreen and FREE Water Park Mats & Tubes Every Day!
Sale on 2010 Season Passes
Are you looking for a fun place
to spend quality time with your family? Beech Bend Park and Splash
Lagoon has got your ticket to fun! Season Passes for the 2010 season
are on sale now at the lowest price of the year. Our 2010 Season Pass is on sale now for just $89.95 each
until March 31, 2010. That's a
savings of 40% off the regular price of $149.95. Each season pass is good for one child
or one adult. We are close to home, affordable and we guarantee
smiles, giggles, squeals of delight and lots of fond memories. Each season pass entitles the holder to
enjoy all the rides and attractions in Beech Bend Park, Splash
Lagoon Water Park, and Gold Rush Golf course everyday
of the season (excludes go-carts, Water Wars and games). It's not one, not two, but three family entertainment
attractions all for one low price. It's a great value!
Beech Bend is now offering half price
tickets for your friends and family when you purchase your 2010 season pass. For
every season pass purchased, we’ll send you two certificates to purchase single
day tickets for half price so you can share the fun with a friend or family
member. The certificates are valid any weekday through June 18th.
This offer won't last long so buy your season passes now!
Season passes can be purchased
in person at the park office, over the telephone, or through the mail.
Just give us a call at (270)781-7634 to pay by credit card (Master Card,
VISA or Discover) or send a check or money order to Beech Bend Park, 798
Beech Bend Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101. See order form at bottom of
page.
Kent Family Magic Circus returns For
Kids Festival in 2010
The Kent Family Magic Circus will return to
Beech Bend Park in 2010 for the 3rd Annual Kids Festival--July 12th
through the 25th. The
Kent Family entertains with unbelievable magic and illusions, plus stilt
walkers, juggling, fire breathing, characters and more. Be sure to
bring the kids during the Kids Festival for special activities, face
painting, balloon animals and more.
Beech Bend Super Star Talent Show to
Return in 2010!
The popular Beech Bend Super Star Singing
Competition will
return and showcase exceptional regional talent in 2010. The
season will kick off with an encore performance by last year's winner,
Landri Taylor. Landri will perform on Saturday, May 29th.
The competition will begin on June 4th and run through September 12th.
Show time is 3:30 each Saturday. This year's winner will receive:
a fully paid scholarship to the 3 day Nashville Music Business Camp
presented by top Nashville music executives, a Honey Oak acoustic guitar
autographed by Teddy Gentry and donated by Porter and Gentry Productions
and PCG Nashville, an appearance on PCG Nashville Showcase, and 2
tickets to the Grand Old Opry. Go to
beechbendsuperstar@gmail.com to sign up.
BIG NEWS!!! Last year's runner-up,
Kyle Whitaker from Morgantown, was flown to Los Angeles and will appear
on CMT's The Singing Bee on March 19th.
Yeah, Kyle!
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Two new rides will be added in 2010: a
Family Tea Cup and a Quad Runner children’s ride. The new Family
Tea Cup Ride will replace the mini tea-cup ride that has been in the
park for several years. The ride is a larger, family size ride
being constructed in Italy by Zamperla
Rides. The new Quad Runner Ride is for the little ones in the family. This
ride is a new version of the Hampton Combo ride that is next to the Tornado. It
features Quad Runners as the ride vehicles. It's sure to be a hit!
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A fantastic magic show featuring Dinky Gowen, MASTER OF ILLUSIONS
is on stage every day except Thursdays - magic, illusions, ventriloquism and
good ole' family fun! |
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Back by popular demand!
An updated "Retro Rock" show is set to return to the 2010
entertainment line-up. The show will feature classic tunes of the 60's, 70's, and 80's
set to exhilarating dancing and featuring a little funny business
and a whole lot of family fun. Shows five days a week beginning
Memorial Day Weekend. |
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Beech Bend Park was very
excited when the Sea Dragon was purchased from Michael Jackson's Neverland
Ranch. While Michael's life was controversial at times, his contribution
to the music world is legendary. With Michael's passing, we have been
overwhelmed with calls and visits from fans wanting to ride the Sea Dragon from
Neverland. It's a great ride! |
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Sale on Season Passes:
Are you looking for a fun place
to spend quality time with your family? Beech Bend Park and Splash
Lagoon has got your ticket to fun! Season Passes for the 2010 season
are on sale now at the lowest price of the year. Our 2010 Season Pass is on sale now for just $89.95 each
until March 31, 2010. That's a
savings of 40% off the regular price of $149.95. Each season pass is good for one child
or one adult. We are close to home, affordable and we guarantee
smiles, giggles, squeals of delight and lots of fond memories. Each season pass entitles the holder to
enjoy all the rides and attractions in Beech Bend Park, Splash
Lagoon Water Park, and Gold Rush Golf course everyday
of the season (excludes go-carts, Water Wars and games). It's not one, not two, but three family entertainment
attractions all for one low price. It's a great value! Season passes
can be purchased in person at the park office, over the telephone, or through
the mail. Just give us a call at (270)781-7634 to pay by credit card
(Master Card, VISA or Discover) or send a check or money order to Beech Bend
Park, 798 Beech Bend Road, Bowling Green, KY 42101.
Beech Bend is now offering half price
tickets for your friends and family when you purchase your 2010 season pass. For
every season pass purchased, we’ll send you two certificates to purchase single
day tickets for half price so you can share the fun with a friend or family
member. The certificates are valid any weekday through June 18th.
This offer won't last long so buy your season passes now!
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