WORKSHOPS
How to Build Your Own Coffin: by Scott
Nicholson
For our annual Halloween party last year, I wanted a
full sized coffin for a room centerpiece. I wanted it
to look realistic, and to be able to use it year after
year in a variety of ways. This need sent me on a
journey through all the stores, web sites, and articles
I could find looking for the right coffin for my needs.
What I found were either made of cheap cardboard, too
small, or too expensive. So I decided to build my own.
Total cost for the project was about $300.00 and here
is how I did it...
Why Theme?: by Drew Hunter
Themeing is not just for large amusement parks
anymore! Any attraction can reap the benefits of
themeing. Whether you operate a stand-alone haunted
house, a hayride, a pumpkin patch, a family fun
center, a costume/party shop or an amusement park,
your attraction can benefit by the implementation of
a clever theme and host character.
Fear In the Dark: Lighting Schemes for Haunted
Attractions : by Joe Meils
Darkness, as the poet said, pulls in everything. It
instantly creates fear in people, and an atmosphere
of mystery. When they cannot see what is lurking
beyond them, people's hearts begin to pump faster.
Since they cannot see where they are going, they are
made more vulnerable...
Hayride Land & Location Requirements What to look
for when choosing a site : by Link Moser
The most important factor in the planning of a
Halloween Hayride is location, location, location. As
with a Haunted House or any other retail business,
for that matter, your location can make or break your
success. When looking for a new location or if you
are starting a hayride for the first time, be aware
of the factors that will lead to a successful
event...
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