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COVID-19 risk assessment for family activities

6/24/2020

With COVID-19 numbers increasing in parts of the country, many of us with kids (My Big Day and “Loveland Drive-In” employees included) are wondering what we can do to keep our families entertained outside of the house and how safe those activities really are. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has updated information about the risk level of various activities. We are pleased that drive-in shows continue to be listed as one of the safest activities for families this summer.

See our COVID-19 risk assessment for family activities list below!

High-Risk Activities
(from “Covid 19 Risk Calculator ,” ABC News, updated June 19, 2020)

Yoga/workout classes/gym

Why:“Lots of sweaty strangers in an enclosed environment, what could go wrong? You’ll also be tempted to wipe sweat off your face, potentially touching your eyes and mouth area, making the risk even higher.”

Vacation

Why: Even if you “wear a mask and gloves in the airport and on the airplane, you take the first flight of the morning to avoid crowds and take advantage of overnight cleaning on the airplane, the airport isn’t crowded, and passengers on the plane are seated with empty seats between them,” the risk is high according to the article’s doctors. “You could do everything right, but at the end of the day you’re at the mercy of your fellow passengers’ health and hygiene.” There is also a risk that, if cases suddenly increase in your area of travel, you will not be able to return home for weeks or months.

Visiting grandparents

Why: It doesn’t matter if case numbers are low in your area, if you avoid staying in hotels, or if you have your entire family tested before the visit, “Grandparents are always going to be a higher risk population. And remember, you can test negative one day and contract the virus the next.”

Graduation/Independence Day/birthday party with 20 friends and family members

Why: The highest-risk activity on this list, it doesn’t matter if your invitees have been mostly staying home or come wearing masks – no one can wear a mask while eating or drinking, and adding alcohol into the mix makes people less likely to be vigilant. And, unless you have 40 bowls on hand and the time to individually dish out chips and salsa to each of your guests, there will be shared food handling involved.

Medium-Risk Activities

Dinner party with 3 or fewer friends

Why: Even if everyone washes their hands and has been following social distancing advice, your attendees won’t be able to wear masks while eating. You can make this activity slightly safer by eating outside, 6 feet apart, and using disposable (biodegradable, please!) dishes and cutlery.

Kids’ Summer Camp

Why: Campers should be kept in groups of 10 or less with no intermixing and as much outdoor time as possible. However, during hot summer months it is usually impossible to keep children outside at all times.

Low-Risk Activities

Camping

Why: If you maintain social distancing, eat only food you brought from home, wear masks whenever you are around other people and use hand sanitizer regularly, camping is a low risk activity.

Drive-in Movies/Concerts

Why: As long as cars are parked 6 feet apart, employees wear masks when interacting with customers, and you maintain your distance from others when outside of your car, drive-in shows are one of the safest out-of-the-house activities this summer. At the Loveland Drive-In, we go the extra mile with even more precautions:

By staggering our cars in a checkerboard pattern, we keep vehicles 10 feet apart rather than the required 6
Our employees monitor bathroom lines to be sure people are maintaining their distance from each other and that there are no more than 3 people in line at a time
We also regularly disinfect our restrooms with an aerosol spray for airborne germs and a bleach spray for solid surfaces like faucets and toilet handles

The Loveland Drive-In abides by the CDC’s advice on their latest “Deciding to Go Out” information page (updated June 15, 2020):

Choose places where there is limited sharing of items and where any items that are shared are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between uses. You can also choose to visit places that share, post, or announce that they have increased cleaning and disinfection to protect others from COVID-19.

Can you keep 6 feet of space between you and others? Will you be outdoors or indoors? Indoor spaces are more risky than outdoor spaces where it might be harder to keep people apart and there’s less ventilation. Choose outdoor activities and places where it’s easy to stay 6 feet apart, like parks and open-air facilities.

Use visual reminders—like signs, chair arrangements, markings on the floor, or arrows—to help remind you to keep your distance from others. (At the Loveland Drive-In, we have “X”s spray-painted on parking spaces in a checkerboard pattern to remind attendees not to park too close to others.)

Will I need to take public transportation to get to the activity? Public transit can put you in close contact with others. By nature, at a drive-in, you BYOV (bring your own vehicle)!

Before you go somewhere, call and ask what extra prevention strategies they are using, like requiring staff to wear cloth face coverings. Visit our FAQ and Code of Conduct pages for the Loveland Drive-In to see some of the precautions we are taking to make sure your family stays safe!

There’s still time to join us for some low-risk family fun this summer! Tickets available HERE!

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Colorado Covid Cases

6/16/2020

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Keep it up Colorado! Stay safer with us. Enjoy outdoor movies with social distancing and HIGH standards to keep you safe! Coronavirus is still with us, and for the next 4 weeks, we will continue to offer a way for families and friends to gather while social distancing.
We are proud that our drive-in offers a safe way out to enjoy entertainment in Northern Colorado!
https://www.lovelanddrivein.com/tickets.html

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Tips for more fun at the Drive-In Movies!

6/7/2020

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Summer is here and now, so is the Loveland Drive In Movie Theater!

This pop-up, family-friendly entertainment venue was born out of our (My Big Day’s) response to the Coronavirus. We wanted to build a safe entertainment option for families to take advantage of during our safer-at-home orders, while at the same time, support a deserving non-profit and local businesses that were impacted by all of the coronavirus closures. The pop-up Drive In fundraiser achieves both of these goals!

We are so excited about this summer opportunity, and we know you are too. We’ve come up with a few ideas to make your family’s trip to our Drive In safe, successful, and fun!
First off – planning ahead will ensure that your family has fun. Because we are operating during a time of social distancing, pre-planning and organization MUST include thoughts of safety. Our safety guidelines are spelled out on our website here within our Code of Conduct: https://www.lovelanddrivein.com/code-of-conduct.html Please make sure you read through this before your show.

Tips for more fun at the Drive-In Movies!
Here are a few more tips that we have compiled to help ensure that you and your family are comfortable and have as much fun as possible.

1. Arrive early to grab the “perfect” spot.
Our team will be helping to direct traffic to their assigned spots. Arriving early will ensure that you won’t be stuck in a long line of cars, and you’ll be placed closer to the big screen. The Loveland Drive In will allow entry 45 minutes before the movie call time.
MBD Pro-Tip: Most Drive-Ins are requiring that you purchase your tickets online in advance. This is our policy, and it helps us restrict capacity to provide for safe social distance between cars.

2. Consider bringing your own portable radio and extra batteries.
We are encouraging attendees to turn their cars off during the movie – for environmental and safety reasons. While you can broadcast your sound through your car’s radio, you can avoid the possibility of running down your car’s battery by using a portable radio that runs on batteries.
This will be an ever better alternative if you should choose to set up chairs in your pick-up bed or in front of your vehicle.

3. Bring body essentials.
Don’t forget to pack the bug spray, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Our experience is different because we can show movies during the day. However, due to the nature of this activity – you will be out, exposed in the sun. Don’t forget to lather up with the sunscreen so you don’t leave with a nasty burn!

4. Satisfy your hunger!
We encourage you to bring money and have your phone ready so that you can order some tasty treats from our food and beverage vendors on site. Some proceeds from food sales will also be benefiting our non-profit, Thompson Education Foundation.

You may also bring food with you. Please make sure that you follow our food/beverage guidelines if you choose to bring your own treats.

MBD Pro Tip: Check out our vendor partners listed for each showing. They will have links that you can use to order food online. Review their menus before you arrive so you can plan ahead.

5. Wear appropriate and comfy clothes.
There will be limited shade, and you will be sitting in a parking lot for the duration of the movie. Make sure you are wearing comfortable, seasonally appropriate clothing.
Also – don’t forget, even summer evenings can get chilly in Colordao! If you are attending the late show, you might want to pack a jacket or some blankets.

6. Comfortable seating options.
We know some of you will watch the movies from the comfort of your car, but we also encourage you to pack camping chairs, mats, pillows, and blankets.

7. Have a bathroom plan.
There will be bathroom facilities available on site. However, we also know that some may not be comfortable using public restrooms at this time. Planning ahead, and trying to go before you arrive can lessen your chances of having to use the public restroom during the event.
We want to assure all participants that the public facilities will be routinely cleaned throughout the day. Packing extra hand sanitizer and wipes aren’t a bad idea either.

8. Relax and have fun!
We are so excited to bring this fun event to all Northern Colorado families! This event is designed to encourage fun and bonding for families. Relax, enjoy, and have fun at the movies!

Health & Safety Reminders
My Big Day wants this to be a fun and memorable event for you and your family, and therefore, your safety is of utmost importance to us. This event was built around all state and local guidelines regarding COVID-19. While we are keeping up to date on all law changes and how they affect events, we kindly ask that you follow all guidelines and event rules, so that everyone can have a healthy, safe, and enjoyable time. If you are unsure of the local health and safety guidelines, please visit: https://www.larimer.org/health/communicable-disease/coronavirus-covid-19

The Loveland Drive-In
A Pop-Up Drive-In Safe Social Event in Loveland, CO
www.LovelandDriveIn.com

Drive-in movies & entertainment in Northern Colorado. A 6 week fundraiser for The Thompson Education Foundation. Located along the I-25 corridor. Family friendly and date-night movies for folks living in: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Longmont, Timnath, Eaton, Severance, Erie, Livermore, Johnstown, Denver, Thornton, Westminster, Cheyenne and beyond.

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Drive In Movie Supplies - Locally!

6/6/2020

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We know many of you are looking for ways to support our local economy right now.

We’ve found ways for you to support not only the wonderful Thompson Education Foundation and your favorite local restaurants during this event, but your local retail stores too!

Check out these drive-in ready finds from Northern Colorado retailers, some here in the Outlets at Loveland!

1. Turquoise & Tangerine - This carefully curated, locally owned store has hats for the whole family for sunny days, and beach towels to use for lounging in the hatchback or keeping warm on cool summer nights – and it’s conveniently located at the Outlets.
Address: 5633 McWhinney Blvd, Loveland, CO 80538

2. Target is offering 20% off Coleman camping gear, such as these fold-up chairs, if you choose their curbside pickup option at checkout. Who doesn’t want to hang out next to their car in style?

Address: 1725 Rocky Mountain Ave, Loveland, CO 80538

3. Jax Sporting Goods has a number of great items on clearance, including 50% off this Kavu “Forlynne” bag for toting your family’s drive-in must-haves.

Address: 950 E Eisenhower Blvd, Loveland, CO 80537

4. The Workwear Store - Keep your drive-in chocolate treats from the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory from melting in the summer heat with this Carhartt backpack cooler available at The Workwear Store in the Outlets!

Address: 5721 McWhinney Blvd, Loveland, CO 80538

5. Michael’s - Arrive early to claim the best spot for your movie, and keep the kids entertained next to your car until start time with these ever-popular bubble wands! Available at Michael’s in Fort Collins.

Address: 4330 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525

6. Topo Designs in Fort Collins is closed for in-person shopping during the pandemic, but their website offers a selection of breathable, comfortable masks for adults.

7. Visit local business The Gearage in Fort Collins to pick up these modern bamboo-insulated water bottles to keep your family cool at the drive-in!

Address: 119 E Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524

8. Big 5 Sporting Goods in Fort Collins has another warm weather staple: cooling necklace fans in a variety of colors.

Address: 2211 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525

9. Let the kids tote their own drive-in supplies: the Under Armour Outlet offers kid-sized “sackpacks” and is located in the Outlets at Loveland.

Address: 5833 McWhinney Blvd Space B030, Loveland, CO 80538

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