Classic Getting A Facelift At Quassy Amusement

WOODBURY-MIDDLEBURY, CT - From Quassy Amusement: Quassy Amusement & Waterpark’s classic Allan Herschell Little Dipper roller coaster train cars are getting a facelift this winter in the Middlebury, Conn., facility’s maintenance shop. The ride made its debut at Quassy in 1952 along with three other Herschell kiddieland rides: Sky Fighter jets, wet boats and pony carts. The coaster’s frame and wheels as well as the seats are shown during the refurbishment process this week. The jet and boat rides continue to operate within the circumference of the roller coaster, while the pony carts were retired several years ago to make room for attraction updates at the lakeside property. Quassy opens for its 111th season of operation on April 27.