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Comment by:
txtiger on Jun. 29th, 2010 - 9:19am
Thanks for posting that link, Margie -
I gathered from the news story that the plan IS to break ground by the end of the year, or early next year...
All signs were close to "go" at the latest EarthQuest Institute fundraiser...
Comment by:
Margie on Jun. 28th, 2010 - 7:29pm
Saw news story on channel 13 regarding the earthquest theme park. noticed the news article title, "New Caney residents mad over theme park plans". what a crock! news story mentions theme park will not break ground in either late fall 2010 or early 2011. looks like we've possibly moved the date again.
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/video?id=7525634
Comment by:
txtiger on Jun. 28th, 2010 - 5:05pm
kthomas:
Not true. If the link below doesn't automatically activate, copy-clip it into your browser for a good, comprehensive document which has been available online for about 8 months - This .pdf gives a good overview of how (and how not) adjacent residential areas would be affected by EarthQuest Resort -
http://www.northcrestpoa.com/Editor/assets/editorial
Comment by:
kthomas on Jun. 28th, 2010 - 2:25pm
I heard that the Dino Park will have to clear a lot of residential homes that are already in New Caney in order to have room for the park. Is this true?
Comment by:
margie on Jun. 12th, 2010 - 8:31pm
EMCID board meeting on Tuesday. Do you think Earthquest will have any special news to announce? Not much on the old monthly agenda...
Comment by:
txtiger on Jun. 3rd, 2010 - 11:27am
Here's my general summary of what was discussed, what went down at the 6/2 Fundraiser:
(Take note this is a revised version of a post I provided at www.sixflagshouston.com and this post matches the one I've posted to the Houston Architecture Info. Forum)
There was about an hour of socializing/networking from 6pm-7pm, then about an hour's worth of presentations. Don Lessem spoke first, and introduced Dr. Matt Gardner (of EarthQuest Institute). Dr. Gardner then relayed to Chris Brown (of Contour Entertainment). Dr. Gardner then spoke in greater depth on EarthQuest Institute and its initiatives (the reason for the event, of course) once Chris was finished with his presentation on the theme park. Don Holbrook, Marlin Atlantis' (the developer's) representative on this project, then spoke and gave the great and reasonable pitch which solicited donations. Everyone made themselves available for questions after the presentation was over.
No new information was presented on the EarthQuest Adventures theme park - nothing that wasn't covered at last December's fundraising event, and nothing that's not currently reviewed on the EarthQuest Adventures website. A few new renderings for the 'Land' and 'Sky' areas of the park were on display, but general conceptual design remains the same as what we've all seen. All other renderings on display were those already available on the EQ website.
The EarthQuest Institute, as a complete endeavour, is extremely ambitious and exciting, and a few new outreach programs/efforts were reviewed last night:
Mobile EarthQuest: A sharply-outfitted minivan (or even fleet of minivans) with professional staff which can bring the EarthQuest Institute experience to public parks (Discovery Green, maybe), public schools, the rodeo, sports events, etc. This will be primarily an educational experience, but will serve nicely as a marketing tool for "EarthQuest the destination."
MyVision: An educational program geared toward younger school children, which allows them to learn about video camera operation. This program will essentially help them create their own video diaries. "How they see the world...," etc. This effort is apparently being created in conjunction with some Hollywood professionals, and YouTube may play some voluntary or involuntary role in the posting of kids' video diaries...
Other programs or engagements have also begun being discussed, like engaging local colleges and universities in developing and even publically-presenting Green-Business strategies... Anyway... interesting stuff.
Regarding personal conversations I had with Chris Brown (again, of Contour Entertainment) - One item on which I'm pleased to report is that original music will be commissioned for the EarthQuest Resort, likely by industry-known composers with whom Chris certainly has long-established relationships. Very great to hear.
(Chris, if you're reading this, thanks very much for putting up with me - You'll see me at most, if not all of the EQI Fundraising events... While I absolutely am interested in questions like 'What kinds of roller coasters will be built?,' I'm dead-serious about the success of all the components of this project, and hope to not come across too nutty. Heh, heh... And hey, I've put money where my mouth is.)
Frank McCrady and Don Holbrook spoke with me briefly, and they have great expecations for other development there in East Montgomery County - for which EarthQuest will be the catalyst.
Don Holbrook stated to all the attendees yesterday evening that "We're at the 1-yard line with selecting an investor." Full ground breaking is expected by the end of this year at the latest. Putting 2 and 2 together, I'd speculate a Holiday Season 2013 grand opening of Phase I.
That's all I have to report. I'd encourage all of you to attend future fundraisers to support the Institute and its efforts, or contact EMCID directly to find out more about the various donation levels to become a "Friend of the Institute." You have the option to donate money over annual installments, of which I personally have taken advantage.
Comment by:
FUSION on Jun. 3rd, 2010 - 11:03am
Does anyone know what was said at the fundraiser last night?
Comment by:
Anderson on Jun. 2nd, 2010 - 9:55am
Don Lessum has a respected reputation in field of paleontology, and has worked as an advisor to both film and theme park development.
I'm sure he would have better things to do with his time if Earth Quest was just a scam that the local real estate developers came up with to sell property in east Montgomery county.
Comment by:
Dr. Phil on Jun. 2nd, 2010 - 9:36am
All these people are attending the EarthQuest Institute Fundraiser...
Don Lessem, the founder and Chief Creative Officer of the EarthQuest Institute,
Dr. Matthew Gardner, Chief Science Officer of the EarthQuest Institute,
Chris Brown, the President of Contour Entertainment, as well as the project developer and other members of our team.
...so at least THEY think EQ is going to be built.
Comment by:
Anderson on Jun. 1st, 2010 - 12:50pm
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PorterResident on Jun. 1st, 2010 - 8:07am
Comment by:
Joe on May. 26th, 2010 - 9:59am
"Surprising how many of these websites have pro Earthquest stories."
Hi Vessmech, All those sites are owned by the same company, and will publish local press releases for free. (Hence the "pro Earthquest" nature of the articles). We also did one positive, original piece of reporting when the project first broke.
If we ever take any money from Earthquest, I'll add a permanent graphic to this web site's home page saying so. The goal of this site is to provide a place for neutral discussion about the project, with both positive and negative comments allowed.
Comment by:
Dr. Phil on May. 26th, 2010 - 9:39am
Question - So how much of the feedback from this bbs is for marketing/gauging community interest/shape opinion for this project?
Answer - NONE. No one but interested optimistic bystanders post here, save for the occasional hapless, disgruntled know-nothing-know-it-all self proclaimed 'realist'.
I'm glad your done. Have a nice life.
Comment by:
Vessmech on May. 26th, 2010 - 6:53am
Comment by:
Anderson on May. 25th, 2010 - 5:10pm
Just got this email -
EarthQuest Institute Fundraiser and Information Session
Dear Friends,
The EarthQuest Institute is pleased to invite you to a cocktail party fundraiser on Wednesday evening, June 2, 2010 from 6pm-8pm at the Heights Theater, 339 West 19 Street, in Houston, Texas.
Please consider joining our team, including Don Lessem, the founder and Chief Creative Officer of the EarthQuest Institute, Dr. Matthew Gardner, Chief Science Officer of the EarthQuest Institute, Chris Brown, the President of Contour Entertainment, as well as the project developer and other members of our team. They will present the latest developments in the EarthQuest Institute and EarthQuest Adventures Theme Park projects, describe their visions, and walk you through the various elements of the project. Drinks and appetizers will be served.
Tickets are available for a donation of $100 per person, which will be used to fund the activities of the EarthQuest Institute, a non-profit, 501 c3 organization.
Here are links to PDF versions of the invitation and the response form.
For more information, or to purchase tickets to the event, please call 281-354-4419, or email info@earthquestinstitute.org.
Comment by:
Dr. Phil on May. 25th, 2010 - 12:32pm
Sorry Vessmech just because you go around calling yourself a "realist" doesn't automatically give you credibility. What you perceive as "realistic" from your unenlightened perspective regarding this project doesn't mean much in the development of EarthQuest.
From all credible sources this project is moving forward. It may or may not built for whatever reason, but I haven't read or heard any credible reason to believe the project is in any trouble right now.
I'm glad you are in favor of EQ's construction. But realistically the burned body found on the property doesn't mean anything to this development. And your opinion that this story is not good publicity for the park is a much more negative opinion than realist.
You are a negative person - not a realist. There is a difference. Now go away and quit trying to bring everybody down with you.
Comment by:
Vessmech on May. 25th, 2010 - 11:43am
Moblu/Anderson/'Other User Names here" -
I invite you to go and read all of my postings.
There is a vast difference between negativity and realism. I am a realist and base my opinions on what I see and hear.
I am willing to concede that there may be behind-the-scenes progress in financing the park but as you pity my "negativity" I chuckle at your unbridled sunshine enthusiasm.
It is also amusing how after any single post that you may find "negative", a string of positive post from "different" users gets posted. Really, do you believe we are this gullible?
Here is a nugget of information for you - I am actually PRO park - I want to see this park built to develop the community. I just want open and honest facts and not artificial sunshine by people who may have hidden reasons to promote this park.
As to the news story - it does have to do with the park as it occurred on Park property - I make no further connection as to why.
Comment by:
Dr. Phil on May. 25th, 2010 - 9:20am
Some people feel a need to try to make everybody feel as miserable as they always must feel.
To hell with them. EQ will rock no matter how much they whimper and whine.
Comment by:
moblu on May. 25th, 2010 - 5:36am
This is a very sad... tragic thing that has happened here. And again Vessmech, your negativity is so very ugly. I can understand posting the link to this information, but why would you refer to it as negative publicity for the park, when it in no way relates to the project itself? Some sick individual used the cover of the forest to commit this terrible act, and there's nothing more to be read in to it. That is... unless you write it. I truly do feel sorry for you.
Comment by:
Vessmech on May. 24th, 2010 - 7:06am
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