Big Surf!!!

[Kali]

If you've been in Arizona for a summer or more, you should be familiar with Big Surf. But did you know it was the first of its kind? Before the rise of the waterpark, we had our own. Learn more about it at the Tempe Historical Society's October Lunch Time Lecture:



Big Surf: America’s Original Waterpark

TEMPE HISTORY MUSEUM

809 E Southern, Tempe

The Tempe Historical Society presents a lunch talk by Jeff Golner, Marketing Consultant, JFG Consulting

Wednesday, October 12, 11:30 am

Nestled on 20 acres on the northern tip of Tempe, Big Surf has remained an Arizona icon for over 40 years and features dozens of other thrilling water features all in a safe and family friendly atmosphere. Join Jeff Golner as he tells the history and development of America’s first waterpark. Coffee will be provided.

by Jeff Golner. More info: 480-350-5100




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[thelordofhell]

1. And to think it almost closed permanently last year

The old owners saved it

[mvccd1000]

2. We used to have one of our company picnics there...

... every summer. What a blast! I'm bummed about the drive-in closing, but I'll still get over that way for Big Surf.