Something is happening near the pool!!!

[nikkipowell1]

Looks great, but I don't think it will be done in 17 days

 

[Shan-man]

I'd bet a six pack of Landshark that it will be done in 17 days. I'll be surprised if it takes 7 more days. We'll see, but unless the workers have been licking pig snouts, I'd say no problem!

 

[Tri-circle-D]

I'd bet a six pack of Landshark that it will be done in 17 days. I'll be surprised if it takes 7 more days. We'll see, but unless the workers have been licking pig snouts, I'd say no problem!

I won't take that bet. I agree with you. I would be very surprised if they don't have this open by Memorial Day.

And, the more I look at how this is coming together, I think this is going to be a fun addition for the kids.

I previously posted these photos of the WDW Caribbean Beach Resort splash zone. It looks like the stairs and double slide at FW are identical:

Also, note that there are several items wrapped in protective wrapping on the landing of the splash zone. Some more goodies are going to be added, but I can't quite tell what.

TCD

 

[Donna]

I have a feeling the kiddos won't even notice the hot tub once this splash zone is done!

 

[Tri-circle-D]

I have a few more photos from 5/9/09 . . .

But, I also meant to comment about a few of the photos already posted.

First, do you remember those two big white pipes that we looked at two weeks ago?

Well, they were cut flush to the ground, and this is what they look like now:

There are small chains coming out of the holes, and you can see that there are plugs that will be screwed into the pipe openings. There was a small warning tag attached to the plug warning that the pipe should be de-pressurized before opening the plug. Somehow, these must be related to supplying sufficient water pressure to make the splash zone equipment work.

This is the warning tag:

And, then there was the long metal pipe that we saw being soldered two weeks ago. This must be one important pipe. They cut a piece of the sidewalk out in front of the porch for the pipe. Now, the golf cart parking area is partially fenced, and this pipe is now being worked on in this area:

My guess is that this is a line for propane gas. I vaguely recall that there were underground propane tanks near the golf cart parking. I don't think this would be any kind of water supply line. I don't think they would have made that much fuss over a water line.

If you look close at the horizontal pipe that you see in this photo, you will notice that it looks like there are little water nozzles all along the pipe. This splash zone is going to be pretty cool:

You can see in this photo that they used different siding on the outside of the new addition to the snack bar/arcade building. Also, the rock work at the bottom of the wall is not continued on the addition. It look like maybe this roof is just going to cover the equipment. If they were going to totally enclose it, then I think they would have done that and added the siding while they were putting the siding on. I am thinking that they will just put a privacy fence around the open part of the roof overhang.

These poles are smaller in diameter than the vertical poles that we now see. I think these will be attached horizontally or diagonally to to the vertical poles, and as someone already mentioned, I would expect some rope netting to be used here, too:

Here are the rest of the photos from Saturday:

Notice the stuff that is wrapped up in this photo. What do you think it could be?:

(You can't really tell from this photo, but the little windmill on the weather vane on top of the tower actually spins)

This is the new addition, and lots of new equipment. Just so we are clear, this is all new and related exclusively to the splash zone. The pool equipment is located in another place:

This is the work area adjacent to the new equipment. Looks like there is a lot of work going on here:

This photo was taken in the area right behind the back door to the snack bar. These pipes appear to be related to the big white pipes that were cut flush to the ground, and plugged:

As you might have noticed from some of the other photos, the pool area was packed while I was doing my snooping on Saturday. But, once again, I was able to take my photos without being questioned. I don't know who this young man in the shirt and tie is, but he missed me snooping around:

Well, that's all the pool and splash zone photos I have for now.

But, did I mention that the TCD gang took Mrs. TCD to Epcot for the flower show on Saturday? And that we spent the night at the Fort? And that we stayed in a cabin? For the first time in years? And, that even though I didn't plan on taking photos of anything other than the pool, I ended up with a lot of photos? Including some superb spy photos? And that there was a triathlon at the Fort on Sunday morning? With over 2000 women competing? Yes I said over 2000! I never saw such a thing. But, now I have, and you will too . . .

Look for the new TCD trip report.

Coming soon!

Including a few photos!

TCD

p.s. I should also mention that the cabin we stayed in was on the 100 loop.

Yes I said the 100 loop!

TCD=VIP!!!!!

 

[stacktester]

TCD, you never ever cease to amaze. 100 loop, what's the chance. Hurry up with the report.

 

[BradyBz12]

Whoa - the elite "100 Cabin Club" - sweet!!

Thanks for another round of excellent sleuthing and photos!!

 

[cjalphonso]

I bet the wrapped up pieces are to enclose the bottom, similar to the Caribbean Beach Resort splash zone like your pictures show. Come on and finish this thing, I'm there next Monday

 

[nikkipowell1]

I'd bet a six pack of Landshark that it will be done in 17 days. I'll be surprised if it takes 7 more days. We'll see, but unless the workers have been licking pig snouts, I'd say no problem!

I'll raise you a six pack and throw in some Captains, (whatever the poker terminology is, I don't play). I don't think its gonna be done.

 

[parmtoo]

I'm so glad they decided to update the pool area at FW! We will be there in mid July, and I'm looking forward to taking my grandson to play in the splash zone. Can't wait to see more pics!

 

[Kagoguen]

I just wanted to say thank-you to all that have already been to the Fort and posted the pictures....so looking forward to our October visit.

 

[gatripletmom00]

wow, great pictures! Thanks for posting. I am new to the boards and will have some questions soon. We are planning on a trip the week after July 4 and will be staying in the cabins.
kris

 

[parmtoo]

wow, great pictures! Thanks for posting. I am new to the boards and will have some questions soon. We are planning on a trip the week after July 4 and will be staying in the cabins.
kris

Hi Kris!
We'll be there July 11-18. See ya there!

 

[LadyTrampScamp&Angel]

I've been enjoying this thread and all the pictures - Thank You!

We will be at the Fort for a long July 4th weekend, can't wait to try the new pool and my kids will love that water play area

 

[TBoss68]

This thread has been quiet for the last few days. Anyone have an update on the splash zone?

 

[fldisneymommyto2]

I am hoping somebody is at the Fort this weekend and can give us an update!!!

 

[Tri-circle-D]

Ynottony is there now. I am sure he won't leave us hanging.

It has got to be getting close on the splash zone.

The last photos we have seen on this thread are from 5/9/09. I am thinking that they got a lot done in the past 6 days.

TCD

 

[ynottony99]

I will upload this for now. The fence is up around the splash zone. They are putting the roof on the addition for the new equip. shed. I think it is still a few days away. I am using a wifi spot that is not cooperating so I will send more as I can. Lots to share when we get home for sure. 900 loop was cleaned up and opened just before noon. 1000 is getting concrete poured. Triathlon is taking over the whole place. We are in site 601, about 100 feet from the porch of the Meadows Trading Post----and I love it.

 

[BradyBz12]

We are in site 601, about 100 feet from the porch of the Meadows Trading Post----and I love it.

Sweet! Can't wait to see more pics.

Splash zone is shaping up nicely!

 

[Tri-circle-D]

Thanks for the update Tony!

The splash zone looks great!

It can't be much longer until it opens.

I still say it will be open by Memorial Day weekend.

601?

Cool.

But, I still wish they hadn't expanded the 600 loop.

Already pouring concrete on 1000? I wonder if they are trying to have it ready to go for Memorial Day weekend? That would be fast!

Enjoy the rest of your trip. I'll look for you photos when you get back.

TCD