ZipZone Peachland is choosing to remain closed until things clear up.
Originally, the zipline park was supposed to open on April 11, which was then pushed to April 18 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Now, the park posted on its site that it will delay its opening until further notice.
Peachland residents voiced their frustrations and concerns about the opening, saying theresa国际传媒檚 no way staff can keep their distance from people as they put safety belts on clients.
Previously, Bennett has said they wanted to help spread positivity and keep people active to help them deal with isolation.
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He said medical experts need to come up with a graduated and practical response for different levels of risk.
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