Reverse Time, themed as a giant clock, accommodates 24 riders seated in a circular configuration facing outward. As the ride starts to spin it is lifted into the air with the supporting turntable rotating in the opposite direction. Guests will dip and dive as the ride reaches a maximum speed of 20 revolutions per minute. Mid-cycle, the ride will change direction adding to the exciting experience. “This is the ideal fit for us,” noted Frantzis. “It’s a thrilling ride, yet not too extreme for our clientele.”
Park officials noted that early season weekends will have a new operating time of 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The complete 2016 operating schedule is atwww.quassy.com.
Slide City For The Kids
“We really saw the need for more waterpark attractions geared toward youngsters,” Quassy President Eric Anderson said of the project. “We introduced an interactive splash pad a couple of years ago and Slide City will greatly enhance the experience for younger guests.”
The Slide City project will consist of five slides adjacent to the Saturation Station interactive modular water play structure. Two serpentine slides called KIDZ Twisters™, a two-person ProRacer ™, KIDZ Bowl 14 ™ and a KIDZ MiniRiver™ will make up the complex. Four of the slides will end in shallow troughs while the bowl unit will gently send riders along the wall of a circular-shaped landing prior to exiting.
The KIDZ Bowl will be the first outdoor unit of its type in North America. The bowl and enclosed twisters slides are designed for children up to 48 inches tall. The new slides were provided by ProSlide Technology, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Splash Away Bay waterpark and Quassy Beach both open for the season on May 28. Anderson also announced that three huge waterslides are in the works for future expansion of the waterpark. Those slides will be located in an area now occupied by picnic tables on the north side of the property.
On The Waterfront
Another popular attraction for smaller children, the playport, got an extreme makeover in the off-season. Now called Spaceport Quassy, the expanded play area will offer more activities for youngsters.
Bird’s-Eye View
The popular Dog House food stand and ice cream concession also received a facelift during the winter with new exterior wood siding.
This Week's Giveaway are 4 Passes to Quassy
These one time use passes are valid after 5pm Monday-Thursday in June, July, and August 2016. You can redeem the certificates at the ticket booth. Includes rides and (in season) "Splash Away Bay." Boats excluded. Not valid on July 4, 2016, or for group outings or days park is not open to the general public. Parking fee Not included. Note: Limited June and August Schedule. Check website for hours before visiting.
To enter this win this week, enter HERE by Saturday
Dates: 7/18/16-7/123/16 12AM
Drawing/Notification: 7/24/16
Product: 4 After 5pm Passes to Quassy. See details in italics above.
Two winners per site (Hopewell + Brewster + Poughkeepsie)
Sponsor: Quassy
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