June 18, 2009 (Gurnee, Il.) – Guests at Six Flags Great America climb to new heights on the all-new SkyTrail® ropes course, which was provided by Ride Entertainment Systems of Stevensville, Maryland. New in 2010, park-goers can walk a beam or balance on a rope while maneuvering through the course 40 feet in the air.
“Six Flags Great America is always looking for new and exciting ways to expand.” said park president Hank Salemi. “SkyTrail® is a great addition to the 2010 season, providing a unique interactive experience for guests of all ages.”
Guests are secured into a custom-fitted harness with a patented safety system. Once locked into the overhead track, guests are free to venture onto any of the 48 elements. The challenges are strung across three levels of the 45 foot tall course.
“The course is designed so that each guest chooses their own adventure and tackles the course at their own pace,” said Jennifer Savage, park Spokesperson.
“We were happy we could offer Six Flags Great America a unique attraction like SkyTrail®.” said Senior Sales Associate Adam Sandy. “It has a fantastic location in the park and allows guests to be a part of an interactive experience. They are the ones that climb and determine what elements of the course they want to challenge.” Ride Entertainment represents Ropes Courses, Inc., the SkyTrail’s® manufacturer.
Sandy notes that Ride Entertainment is happy that the SkyTrail’s® Six Flags debut was at Great America. “This is a great park with a unique history of trying new and different ideas. We are excited about being part of one of America’s most unique theme parks.”
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