Zip The Grand

[John E]

Setback reported on their Facebook page:

"Despite our goal to locate Zip the Grand on the grounds of the Grand Rapids Public Museum, we were disappointed to learn today that the museum leadership has decided to go in a different direction. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by Tom Bantle, Director of Events and Facilities and Dale Robertson, Executive Director in consideration of our proposal.

Although it is a bit of a setback, we’re confident that a “champion” will emerge from the many conversations we have had with business leaders and property owners along the Grand River. Our primary goal with regards to location is that it be extremely visible and accessible from downtown Grand Rapids. It is our hope that “Zip the Grand” will further enhance the overwhelming excitement centered around the Grand River restoration initiative.

In spite of that news, the City of Grand Rapids remains supportive that we can make this a reality. We are actively pursuing other viable sites along the Grand River in an effort to be the first zip line and ropes course to cross a major urban waterway in the Midwest.

In addition, as part of our business plan, we will work with the Grand Rapids Public Schools and the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department to design an educational component to further enhance the city’s summer recreational program. Giving back to the community that supports our idea is part of our basic framework."

[GRDadof3]

Setback reported on their Facebook page:

"Despite our goal to locate Zip the Grand on the grounds of the Grand Rapids Public Museum, we were disappointed to learn today that the museum leadership has decided to go in a different direction. We appreciate the time and effort put forth by Tom Bantle, Director of Events and Facilities and Dale Robertson, Executive Director in consideration of our proposal.

Although it is a bit of a setback, we’re confident that a “champion” will emerge from the many conversations we have had with business leaders and property owners along the Grand River. Our primary goal with regards to location is that it be extremely visible and accessible from downtown Grand Rapids. It is our hope that “Zip the Grand” will further enhance the overwhelming excitement centered around the Grand River restoration initiative.

In spite of that news, the City of Grand Rapids remains supportive that we can make this a reality. We are actively pursuing other viable sites along the Grand River in an effort to be the first zip line and ropes course to cross a major urban waterway in the Midwest.

In addition, as part of our business plan, we will work with the Grand Rapids Public Schools and the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department to design an educational component to further enhance the city’s summer recreational program. Giving back to the community that supports our idea is part of our basic framework."

 

Thank god. Anywhere other than right downtown would have been fine with me.