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When did Big Splash Tulsa open?

39 years ago today, on May 26, 1984, the water park that would eventually become Safari Joe's H2O opened as Big Splash at 21st Street and Yale Avenue.



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For less than $2.00 a day, enjoy an exciting summer, full of memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it's a weekend getaway or a daily escape from the summer heat, the water park season pass offers endless fun and is a great value for families.

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Joe Estes, or “Safari Joe”, turned himself in to the Mayes County Sheriff's Office after being charged with one count of rape by instrumentation, two counts of lewd or indecent acts to a child under 16 and two counts of lewd molestation.

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It was purchased by BH Media Group in 2013, which is a Berkshire Hathaway Co. It was purchased by Lee Enterprises in 2020.

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Splash Down Dunes itself closed down in 2009 after an ownership dispute; the original owner regained ownership in 2010 but the park remained closed. Splash Down Dunes was bought by Seven Peaks Water Park and it re-opened on May 27, 2013, as Seven Peaks Water Park Duneland.

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8. Tulsa Zoo. The Oklahoma City Zoo is bigger, but the 84-acre Tulsa Zoo is home to a charming colony of African penguins.

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Child magazine also ranked Oklahoma City's zoo in the top five for family friendliness. Staff members and many visitors alike already believe the Tulsa Zoo is one of the best facilities out there. Still, it's nice to get some outside validation.

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Paradise Beach has a big reputation as a party beach but during the day, it's just a beautiful beach with a long curved stretch of sand, crystal clear water and gently lapping waves. It has a lively, fun atmosphere bit wasn't raucous or unpleasantly noisy.

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