Selfie Stick Now Banned at Iowa’s Adventureland

ALTOONA, Iowa (AP) — A popular phone gadget that's been banned from amusement parks throughout the country has now been banned in Adventureland Park in Altoona, Iowa.

Selfie sticks weren't just becoming a safety concern for people trying to use them on rides. Adventureland spokeswoman Molly Vincent says guests often complained about people using them during shows and walking with them in crowded areas.

Adventureland's ban started earlier this month after Disney parks announced their ban. Earlier this week, Six Flags theme parks also banned the long metal poles used to take smartphone pictures at more than arm's length.

But Iowa State Fair spokeswoman Mindy Williamson says fair officials view selfie sticks as a "fun family-type thing" and are still allowed on the fairgrounds.