Wallenda needs Canadian approval or Falls walk proposal is dead: New York State Parks
So as the details of the Nik Wallenda/Michael Chan meeting were coming out, there were also reports that if this is going to happen at all, it has to happen as a walk between the two countries. Apparently New York State officials have said a walk solely on the US side is not an option. It would cost too much money. This doesn’t really make sense to me. One of the big things that Mr. Wallenda was promoting to the Niagara Parks was that it wouldn’t cost them anything, as he would cover the costs for everything. If he would do that here, wouldn’t he do that in the US?
From the Niagara Falls Review:
It’s America to Canada — or bust — for Nik Wallenda, according to New York State Parks.
In a statement sent to The Niagara Falls Review Friday evening, New York State Parks Commissioner Rose Harvey said she has reached out to the tightrope walker to inform him the agency can’t support a high-wire act limited to the American Falls.
Wallenda has not been able to secure approval for an international crossing from Canadian authorities.
“A walk limited to the American Falls is not what New York approved or envisioned in legislation authorizing Nik Wallenda to traverse the Niagara River Gorge from the United States to Canada,” Harvey said in the statement.
“The costs to New York State of managing a walk only across the American Falls would exceed $1 million in direct state expenses, while, because of the physical topography of Niagara Falls and crowd-safety concerns, the number of people who could watch such a walk would be extremely limited.
“As a result, despite the costs to New York State, the vast majority of people on the U.S. side would be turned away from the park and never see the walk.”
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Getting ready to party on New Year’s Eve
From the Niagara Falls Review:
When something works, the Niagara Parks Police like to stick with it.
Even though Ontario’s liquor laws were loosened up a bit this past summer, those wishing to have a few drinks at the New Year’s Eve party in Queen Victoria Park will have to remain inside a designated area where alcohol is served.
“The last two years we’ve had a licensed area and that discourages people from bringing in their own alcohol into the park and we don’t have to worry about people tripping over empty bottles or bottles being thrown,” said Niagara Parks Police Chief Doug Kane. “We are able to secure the area so that it’s remains a safe family event.”
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Go RVing Canada kicked off the RV vacation season with a splash
From the RV D@ily Report:
Go RVing Canada kicked off the RV vacation season at an exclusive press conference event hosted at The Niagara Parks Commission (NPC), in Niagara Falls, an all-time favorite RV camping destination for Canadians.
Go RVing Canada highlighted the increase in summer bookings in Ontario campgrounds, indicating that RV owners will be enjoying more vacation time within Canada this year. Go RVing Canada also emphasized the success of the Canadian RV industry, with RV shows & sales seeing impressive increases in attendance and sales figures across the board…
“Ontario Niagara Parks is about preserving a rich heritage, conserving natural wonders and inspiring people worldwide!” stated NPC Chair Fay Booker. “A great way to explore all that Ontario and Niagara Parks has to offer is by travelling in an RV. I want to thank Go RVing Canada for launching the season here in Niagara Parks, with the spectacular natural wonder of the Falls as our backdrop. I also want to thank them for their continued support in promoting tourism throughout Canada,” added Booker. “I invite everyone to come and be inspired by Niagara Parks this summer.”
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Summer in Niagara Attractions Package
On Monday I received this information from the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls.
Enjoy exciting attraction in Niagara Falls this summer and take advantage of great inclusive hotel packages at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton. The Summer Couples package (with rates starting at $204/night, CAD) includes hotel accommodations in selected room type and view, full breakfast, one $50 dinner voucher per stay, and Niagara Parks Adventure Attraction Passes to the Maid of the Mist, Niagara’s Fury, Journey Behind the Falls and White Water Walk. Also includes 2 day transportation aboard the People Mover buses. See package description on hotel web site for more details. A Summer Family package offers similiar offerings.
Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls
6039 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2G 3V6
Tel: 905-358-3817 Fax: 905-358-3680
http://www.niagarafallsdoubletree.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/doubletree.niagara“the Majestic Falls & Exciting Attractions at your doorstep”
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Critters invade the Butterfly Conservatory
From the Niagara Falls Review:
The tropical heat of the Butterfly Conservatory played host to some cold-blooded fun over the weekend.
The popular Niagara Parks attraction re-opened to the public Saturday after being closed for renovations.
On the opening day guest list was a menagerie of critters from Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo including a 14-metre-long python, an alligator and a giant snapping turtle.
Kevin Dungey, known as Caiman Kevin to the audience, hosted a series of interactive shows over the holiday weekend aimed at scientific education and animal awareness.
“It’s all hands on and interactive,” he said, while holding an albino reticulated python.
“You just don’t often get a chance to see these animals up close.”
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Butterflies set to soar again
From the Niagara Falls Review:
The metamorphosis at the Butterfly Conservatory is almost complete.
The large windows of the Niagara Parks attraction have been washed and the massive netting that keeps the colourful winged inhabitants away from the misting and air-handling units has been replaced.
The verdant habitat of tropical greens has been pruned, rearranged and reestablished.
All that’s missing from the humid rainforest environment are the butterflies.
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Butterflies set to soar again
From the Niagara Falls Review:
The metamorphosis at the Butterfly Conservatory is almost complete.
The large windows of the Niagara Parks attraction have been washed and the massive netting that keeps the colourful winged inhabitants away from the misting and air-handling units has been replaced.
The verdant habitat of tropical greens has been pruned, rearranged and reestablished.
All that’s missing from the humid rainforest environment are the butterflies.
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More Niagara Parks Commission news
Wow! What is going on over there?! For the last 2 weeks there has been story after story after story about problems at the Niagara Parks Commission. On Monday the dismissed 4 of the commissioners. Here are some accompanying news stories:
‘It’s time to change it all up,’ says Gale – Niagara Falls Review
Gale says shake-up at NPC step in the right direction – Niagara Falls Review
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Signage could be a kink for Rink at the Brink
From the Niagara Falls Review:
Niagara Parks commissioners may be about to throw a kink in plans for the Rink at the Brink.
On Monday, commissioners voiced their concerns about a request from the Winter Festival of Lights to erect signs and banners near the outdoor rink near Table Rock promoting the Toronto Dominion bank as this year’s title sponsor.
With less than two weeks until opening day, commissioners, who expressed concerns about setting a precedent opening the NPC up to criticism, put the request on hold pending receipt of additional information from parks staff .
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