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  RideZone - Idlewild Park Main Page
Ligonier, PA Idlewild Park is one of the most scenic amusement parks in the country.
Much of the park and parking lot is heavily wooded and the shade is welcome on hot summer days.
Idlewild is located just west of the town of Ligonier on state route 30.
www.ridezone.com /parks/pa/idlewild   (338 words)

  
 Idlewild celebrates 125th anniversary - PittsburghLIVE.com
It was part of the kickoff to a summerlong celebration to honor Idlewild Park's 125th anniversary as the state's oldest amusement park.
Initially, the park grounds were contained on a strip between the railroad track and the north bank of the creek.
Kennywood's purchase of Idlewild allowed it to concentrate on presenting the daredevil thrills of high-tech rides at its Pittsburgh park while continuing to honor the relaxed, casual spirit that breezes through the leaves of all those trees at Idlewild.
www.pittsburghlive.com /x/tribune-review/entertainment/s_75872.html   (1771 words)

  
 Idlewild Park Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
It is considered by many to be one the most beautiful theme parks in the country because of its natural setting.
Idlewild has a wide variety of attractions for children while also providing plenty of fun things for teenagers and adults to do.
More parking spaces were added and an additional traffic lane to the parking areas was added.
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 Idlewild Park prepares for 125th anniversary - PittsburghLIVE.com
Today, as the oldest amusement park in the state of Pennsylvania, the third oldest operating park in the United States, and the 12th oldest in the world, this beautiful theme park remains a favorite destination for family fun.
Idlewild Park came into existence when William Darlington, owner of the property, gave "the right and privilege to occupy his land for picnic purposes or pleasure grounds" to Judge Thomas Mellon, owner of the Ligonier Valley Railroad.
Founded as a simple picnic grounds, the park is believed to be one of the oldest continuously operated amusement facility and one of the 10 most beautiful in the United States.
www.pittsburghlive.com /x/tribune-review/entertainment/s_75884.html   (1360 words)

  
 Idlewild Park History in Brief   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
To promote the park, Idlewild was advertised in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas with special appeals to churches and schools.
The park continued its success as a picnic area, enticing city dwellers for a weekend in the country aboard the Ligonier Valley Railroad, which had a station in the park.
Although it had been a vital contributing factor to the early succes of Idlewild Park, its abandonment had little effect on the continued success of the park.
home.earthlink.net /~rollocst/history.html   (636 words)

  
 Idlewild Park : PA Thrills
Nestled into Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands lies what is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful parks in the country, Idlewild Park.
Idlewild Park features some excellent rides including the Rollo Coaster, a classic coaster built right here in Pennsylvania in 1938 and the Wild Mouse, which is built right into a magnificent wooded area of the park.
And, Idlewild Park is just minutes from the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor, where you'll find some of the most scenic roads in the state.
www.visitpa.com /pathrills/parks/park_idle.shtml   (217 words)

  
 City and County Parks
Idlewild swimming pool is constantly packed in the summer, little ones enjoy the miniature amusement park rides and the rushing waters of the Truckee River offer a serene get-away spot.
The mini amusement park has four rides and a concessions stand that are open during the summer.
Finally, there is Idlewild Lake, a medium-sized pond in the southeast corner of the park that is home to hundreds of geese.
www.jour.unr.edu /outpost/outdoors/out.myers.parks7.html   (771 words)

  
 Theme Parks Online
Opening in 1878, Idlewild is the third oldest operating amusement park in the United States.
The park is well-known for its interesting history and 'throw-back' to parks of an earlier time.
Whether you want to learn more about the park's rides, find out when a show is performed or take a virtual ride on one of the park's coasters, this is the place.
www.themeparksonline.org /tpopark.asp?ParkID=84   (162 words)

  
 Montana Real Estate - Idlewild Park: affordable lots near Fort Peck Lake   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Idlewild Park lays immediately north of Fort Peck Lake in northeastern Montana and is located on the Missouri River between the Park Grove and Nelson Dredge Cut recreation areas.
The "Idlewild Park" residential/recreational community is named after an old shanty town that was located on the site during the dam-building era of the "30's", just around the bend of the river from where Lewis and Clark camped in 1805.
The parks, river access and common areas will be maintained through a Property Owners Association which will also control the covenants designed to protect lot owners’ property values while allowing as much freedom of creativity as possible.
www.fortpecklots.com   (1037 words)

  
 Security Management : A day at the park. (Idlewild Park's criminal justice internship program) @ HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
This 600-acre amusement park in Pennsylvania is not only a source of fun for thousands of visitors, it is also a unique training ground for future generations of security officers.
Idlewild Park - with its 600 acres of forests, picnic grounds, amusement rides, and water slides - slowly comes to life in May to become one of the premier summer attractions of the Ligonier Valley.
With more than 450 summer-time employees and 500,000 visitors a year, Idlewild is transformed from a sleepy theme park that seems almost nonexistent during the winter to one of the largest and most vibrant business enterprises in Westmoreland County.
static.highbeam.com /s/securitymanagement/august011996/adayattheparkidlewildparkscriminaljusticeinternshi   (232 words)

  
 City of Reno - Restroom Closed at Idlewild Skate Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The restroom located adjacent to the Idlewild Park Skateboard Park is currently closed due to ongoing vandalism and destruction of the facility.
The skateboard park is located in the south area of the park, directly west of Idlewild Pool.
Park visitors are encouraged to use other park restrooms, located at the Picnic Shelter (seasonal facilities) and by Playland (year-round facility).
www.ci.reno.nv.us /gov/news/1093275300.php   (106 words)

  
 Idlewild Park: There's something for everyone - PittsburghLIVE.com
Idlewild Park has all of the traditional amenities of an old fashioned amusement park, such as the 1938 "Rollo Coaster," the beautiful wooden carousel and former Kennywood Park favorites "The Whip" and "Tilt-A-Whirl in the "Olde Idlewild" section of the park.
The park also features the steel coaster known as the Wild Mouse, which gives the thrill of feeling like the cars are leaving the track.
Idlewild Park will host plenty of summer activities, including July 4 fireworks at 10 p.m.; Mister Rogers Neighborhood Days from July 17-20; Old Fashioned Days from July 24-27; and Carload Days from Aug. 21-24.
beta.pittsburghlive.com /x/valleyindependent/artsmag/s_49978.html   (626 words)

  
 Idlewild Park: affordable lots near Fort Peck Lake   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
In addition to the increasing popularity of the area in general, the value of these lots will also be enhanced as every year passes and the parks steadily blossom with new growth and improvements.
Idlewild Park will not be held liable for typographical mistakes or technological problems on this website.
Idlewild Park is located on the Missouri River, near Fort Peck Lake, Montana.
www.fortpecklots.com /prices.html   (402 words)

  
 WaterPark Pennsylvania, Water Park Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Vacation
The water parks located in pennsylvania are perfect activties for your pennsylvania family vacation.
Most of the water parks in pennsylvania cater to the whole family provideing attactions for all ages.
Idlewild Park and Soak Zone, a pre-eminent example of a premium Pennsylvania family waterpark.
www.pavacationrental.com /Pennsylvania-Waterparks.htm   (566 words)

  
 City of Reno - Idlewild Park Irrigation Plan Expected To Save City Money   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The City of Reno anticipates saving about $48,000.00 on irrigation for Idlewild Park through an agreement with the Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) to provide non-potable water to the park.
Selected areas of the park, such as picnic areas, the Rose Garden and Playland, will continue to be irrigated using domestic water because of the possibility of continued public contact with irrigation water.
Reno High School began using the system last November, while use at Idlewild Park is expected to begin this October following a cross-connection survey with TMWA and installation of signs and colored valve box covers that identify the use of non-potable water for the public.
www.ci.reno.nv.us /gov/news/1090431911.php   (264 words)

  
 Idlewild Park - Entertainment, Sports & Recreation - Ligonier, PA, 15658 - Citysearch
In fact, many amusement park authorities (and who doesn't consider themselves a bit of an expert on the subject?) consider Idlewild to be the most beautiful park on the continent, and it's tough to argue.
Nestled in the picturesque Laurel Mountains, Idlewild is relaxed and even a bit serene while maintaining enough thrills to entertain the whole family.
Idlewild, with its focus on smaller children, has a tradition as the perfect place for families to spend a day of fun.
pittsburgh.citysearch.com /profile/8658691   (445 words)

  
 Idlewild Park Kicks-off 128th Season on May 26th With Cool New Ride - itravel magazine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Idlewild's FunDay Pass is $22.95 for guests ages three to 54; free for children two and under; and $14.95 for guests ages 55 or more.
In spite of an adjournment in the on-going noise abatement case, Staffordshire theme park Alton Towers is determined to celebrate its end of season in traditional style with a spectacular fireworks and special effects event.
At the park dedication on Tuesday June 28 at 5:30 p.m., visitors to Lafayette's new Whitetail Park, at 2550 Autumn Ridge Boulevard, will discover a larger-than-life buffalo climbing structure and a "sprayground" with misters to cool off kids of all ages.
www.itravelmag.com /article.php?id=1420   (1048 words)

  
 Idlewild Park on Almondnet   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Scottish favourites Idlewild will make a triumphant return to Balado this year to join in the celebrations at...
Ligonier: Idlewild Park: "Idlewild - you won't be "Idle" for...
T in the Park have announced seven new bands, who join R.E.M, The Polyphonic Spree, The...
www.siuk.org.uk /schb/idlewild_park.html   (356 words)

  
 Workshops to Help Restore Idlewild Park Wetlands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Their purpose is to raise community awareness about the value of wetlands, estuaries and the freshwater and salt marshes in Idlewild Park.
After a short lunch, provided by the Eastern Queens Alliance, participants will go to Idlewild Park (approximately at noon) to plant emergent wetland plants and shrubs around the freshwater wetland area near 225 th Street south of 149 th Avenue.
In addition to the NYC Department of Parks and DEP, others working with the Idlewild Park Preservation Committee are NYC Partnership for Parks, the Green Apple Corps, and the National Park Service, Rivers, Trails Conservation Assistance Program.
www.nyc.gov /html/dep/html/press/05-17pr.html   (312 words)

  
 index   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The cost remains $39.95 until the middle of May. The park has also hinted to staying open in October as well.
All pictures and designs found within this site are strictly the property of Idlewild Moments and cannot be used in any way without prior permission.
Idlewild and SoakZone does not acknowledge nor endorse this website.
www.idlewildmoments.com   (262 words)

  
 Idlewild Park pool goes to the dogs (printable version)
Reno’s Idlewild Park pool closed for the season Saturday but not before a final bash that catered to at least 350 dogs and their owners.
Idlewild Park was home to the city’s fourth annual Dog Daze Festival, along with the second annual 4 Paws Festival, put on by Community Cats and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Northern Nevada.
A performance by the winners of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno’s “American Fido Competition” was scheduled but canceled because the high number of dogs in attendance would’ve distracted the performers, SPCA executive director Linda Drake said.
www.rgj.com /news/printstory.php?id=51619   (345 words)

  
 Industry Freqently Asked Questions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
They are now considered classics and the parks in which they reside are considered stewards of the history of the industry.
When a park shuts down a roller coaster or other ride to the general public and lets enthusiasts ride it.
Trolley Park - An amusement park that typically opened in the late 1800's or early 1900's that was built by a streecar company as a way to generate business during the weekend.
www.napha.org /faq.html   (1259 words)

  
 Pennsylvania Coaster Cruise 2000 - Day One
With a rather sprawling layout, the park is more of a visual park than a ride park.
The park is split up into several themed areas, with the thrill rides being in the section called Olde Idlewild.
The picnic shelters are between the park and the parking lots.
ourworld.compuserve.com /homepages/jeffharp/PennCruiseDayFive.html   (1055 words)

  
 Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Idlewild Park at Epinions.com
We started the day with storybook forest since we parked in parking lot A which is located right by storybook forest.
If your family is older kids 9 and up I don't think Idlewilde is the park for you.
To sum it up Idlewild is the place to go if a doctor orders a family day of fun.
www.epinions.com /content_32366890628   (875 words)

  
 Red Hat Rally - July 18, 2005 - Idlewild Park, Ligonier, PA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Idlewild Park is set in a beautiful, wooded area 2 miles west of Ligonier, PA, on US Route 30.
The park has convenient parking for cars and buses.
Many food booths are located throughout the park with all types of old-time park goodies—candy apples, cotton candy, fries, hot dogs, sodas, ice creamÂ….
www.redhatrally.com /home.asp   (353 words)

  
 CoasterGallery.com -- Idlewild Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
In later years, the park developed next to the railroad line thanks to the addition of campgrounds, an artificial lake, picnic tables, and a large hall.
The railroad ended in 1951, but the park continued.
The park retains that great old-fashioned feeling and presently has several areas including Story Book Forrest, Splash Zone, and wonderful Mister Rogers' Neighborhood of Make-Believe.
www.coastergallery.com /2002T/Idlewild.html   (82 words)

  
 Directions to England-Idlewild Park in Burlington, KY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
You will pass the Boone County Fairgrounds on the left and just to the right will be the entrance to the England Idlewild Park.
You can park at the end of the lot that runs between fields 6 and 7.
Follow the edge of the woods to the right for 200 feet and you will see an opening in the fence line to the left, follow the road down the hill into the woods and you will see the bridge.
eitrails.home.insightbb.com /directions_to_eitrails.htm   (162 words)

  
 Amusement Parks Pennsylvania Family Vacation
Amusement parks in Pennsylvania are perfect for the family vacation..
The Hershey amusement park is located in Hershey PA just outside of Harrisburg PA. Kennywood Pennsylvania is also know for its great amusement park.
Kennywood Founded in 1898, the park is a National Historic Landmark, and has been called "America's finest traditional amusement park.
www.pavacationrental.com /Pennsylvania-Amusment-Parks.htm   (1099 words)

  
 Growing up at Idlewild Park Images   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Here are some images of me (Tim Melago) at Idlewild when I was a kid.
Idlewild was my first amusment park and the one I went to every year when I was a kid.
My first visit to Kennywood Park wasn't until around 1983 so Idlewild was the place I learned to ride.
www.geocities.com /TheTropics/Bay/2829/childwld.html   (151 words)

  
 Idlewild Park :: ThrillNetwork.com
Idlewild Park and Soak Zone is nestled in a wooded area along the Loyalhanna Creek in the Appalachian Mountains.
The park is geared towards the family experience, but is suitable for park fans as well.
My first fairly big park and it was ok.
database.thrillnetwork.com /park_view.php/195   (114 words)

  
 Cyclists create a park for pedaling
The fifth-year mountain biker couldn't bear to have his bike ravaged again by the combined equestrian-mountain biking-hiking trail in the Boone County park system.
Time and again, horses tangled in thorny vegetation and "wallored up" the paths, which were too small to accommodate the different types of passengers, Zimmer said.
Hund said the property, leased from the Kenton County Airport Board, was only one-third developed by the parks when the bike trail was proposed.
www.enquirer.com /editions/2004/08/08/spt_sptzcol1a.html   (1445 words)

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