bcuzbcuz Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 Ken Ham has announced the opening of his new theme park, dominated by the plywood structure of Noah's ark. It's more than 500 foot length was to be a true to life copy of the ark. But plywood is cheaper. And besides, the boat was never intentioned to take to the water. It has a huge restaurant along its back side, not a great seagoing addition. interesting to note the ark sports a bulbous bow, like those first used inthe early 1900's and after the japanese designer Takao Inui in the 1950's. Nice touch but so absolutely out of place. 1
HappyJackWagon Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 But on the upside, it must be a fun spectacle to experience. I'd be willing to hit it on a road trip. Sure beats the worlds biggest ball of yarn. 2
Buckeye Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 1 hour ago, bcuzbcuz said: Ken Ham has announced the opening of his new theme park, dominated by the plywood structure of Noah's ark. It's more than 500 foot length was to be a true to life copy of the ark. But plywood is cheaper. And besides, the boat was never intentioned to take to the water. It has a huge restaurant along its back side, not a great seagoing addition. interesting to note the ark sports a bulbous bow, like those first used inthe early 1900's and after the japanese designer Takao Inui in the 1950's. Nice touch but so absolutely out of place. Initially I thought there's no way I'd go to this. But if they're serving up pairs of animals gathered from all over the world, well then ........ [opening google maps to check on an ETA].
thesometimesaint Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 (edited) Will they serve Brontoburgers? Edited July 13, 2016 by thesometimesaint 4
Guest Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 11 minutes ago, Buckeye said: Initially I thought there's no way I'd go to this. But if they're serving up pairs of animals gathered from all over the world, well then ........ [opening google maps to check on an ETA]. If they do it right, two of all the unclean and seven of the clean beasts of the earth. The seventh of the clean can be eaten and were eaten.
mnn727 Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 I certainly would not take a vacation to see it, but if I was in the area and had a few hours to kill, I'd probably go. My view of Genesis is nowhere near Mr Hams however. 2
Gray Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 (edited) 5 hours ago, thesometimesaint said: Will they serve Brontoburgers? I want ribs big enough to tip over my car. That would be worth the trip. Edited July 13, 2016 by Gray 4
waveslider Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 5 hours ago, thesometimesaint said: Will they serve Brontoburgers? That would have to be Apatosaurus burgers, not Brontoburgers.
danielwoods Posted July 13, 2016 Posted July 13, 2016 2 hours ago, Calm said: Is it free? I'm heading there next week. I think I read on his website that it was 40 dollars admission?
strappinglad Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 57 minutes ago, danielwoods said: I'm heading there next week. I think I read on his website that it was 40 dollars admission? Well, somebody has to pay for all that plywood. How does the admission price compare to Dollywood ? ( stifles inappropriate joke )
bcuzbcuz Posted July 14, 2016 Author Posted July 14, 2016 2 hours ago, danielwoods said: I'm heading there next week. I think I read on his website that it was 40 dollars admission? $31 for seniors (we seniors Rule!) and $28 per child, unless accompanied with their own live dinosaur, lol. And I read another $10 dollars for parking. I have no idea what the restaurant, seating for 1500, charges for a meal, Brontosaurus steak costs $100?. Lol
rodheadlee Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 10 minutes ago, CountryBoy said: hope the business can stay afloat...
Damien the Leper Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 (edited) Barf! I wish it would get hit by a flood and decimated. It's a waste of taxpayer dollars. This is just another reason for other countries to point and laugh at us. Edited July 14, 2016 by Valentinus 2
Calm Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 (edited) "Dogged by controversy since its conception, the project has overcome many challenges. Tax incentives were controversial, given the organization’s view onLGBT hiring. Raising funds was a problem, solved partially by Ham’s high-profile debate with Bill Nye. Scientists expressed concern about the promotion of pseudoscience. Biblical scholars objected to treating the myth of Noah’s flood as a historical event. Having overcome so many problems—which he views as the work of Satan—Ham now confidently states “the Lord has worked mightily over the years to make this project a reality.”" I wonder how Nye feels about that. Sometimes it seems like it would be better to just ignore some people. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/ken-hams-crazy-ark-park_b_10893232 Edited July 14, 2016 by Calm
strappinglad Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 Never underestimate the ability of one fellow to do a remarkable amount of work over time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coral_Castle
The Nehor Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 2 hours ago, Peppermint Patty said: To be fair Ken Ham is also a scoundrel and an idiot. 2
thesometimesaint Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 8 hours ago, The Nehor said: To be fair Ken Ham is also a scoundrel and an idiot. And a professed Christian.
danielwoods Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 15 hours ago, Calm said: "Dogged by controversy since its conception, the project has overcome many challenges. Tax incentives were controversial, given the organization’s view onLGBT hiring. Raising funds was a problem, solved partially by Ham’s high-profile debate with Bill Nye. Scientists expressed concern about the promotion of pseudoscience. Biblical scholars objected to treating the myth of Noah’s flood as a historical event. Having overcome so many problems—which he views as the work of Satan—Ham now confidently states “the Lord has worked mightily over the years to make this project a reality.”" I wonder how Nye feels about that. Sometimes it seems like it would be better to just ignore some people. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/ken-hams-crazy-ark-park_b_10893232 Bill Nye visited the Ark last week. Both Ken and Bill had their own camera crews rolling. Ken described it as a second debate between the two as they walked around talking about the various exhibits.
theplains Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 I heard it said (on the news) that this theme park was viewed as a celebration of ignorance. But I wouldn't consider believing in some science which cannot be proved as ignorance either ... scientists rely on faith too (they aptly refer to it as speculation instead). Thanks, Jim 3
Atheist Mormon Posted July 14, 2016 Posted July 14, 2016 On 7/13/2016 at 11:13 AM, thesometimesaint said: Will they serve Brontoburgers? Should one infer from your answer that you do not believe Noah & Flood story?
The Nehor Posted July 15, 2016 Posted July 15, 2016 10 hours ago, thesometimesaint said: And a professed Christian. Idiocy respects no racial, religious, or cultural boundaries. 1
3DOP Posted July 15, 2016 Posted July 15, 2016 (edited) So...I guess I should keep any beliefs that I have in common with this Ham person to myself? I don't understand the disdain. What, if anything, does anyone like about Ham? Edited July 15, 2016 by 3DOP 1
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