Bulldozing Through Your Bucket List
As a kid, there were few things in the world more exciting than construction equipment. Playing with it, though, was out of the question. That's why we created Extreme Sandbox -- to let every adult live out their childhood dreams. In the same afternoon, our customers can crush cars with bulldozers, scoop dirt with loaders, or ride in a firetruck for a truly once in a lifetime experience.
People - And Sharks - Love our Experience
In 2016, our founder, Randy Stenger, went on Shark Tank and impressed both Kevin O'Leary and Mark Cuban. The enthusiasm shown from those Sharks led to huge customer interest, which helped our original location in Hastings, MN and our newly opened Pottsboro, TX location earn $760k in 2016 revenue.
Perfect for individuals, couples, large groups, or corporate bonding events, we're selling an experience at Extreme Sandbox. We tested our concept for three years to really hammer out the details and logistics of a business no one has really attempted in the past. We can have a person come in from off the street, train, and be safely operating a bulldozer in 15 minutes.
It can be hard to explain how unique an afternoon at our facility is, especially for those who haven't operated a multi-ton machine before. So you'll have to trust our Trip Advisor review page. Since opening in 2012, we've received more than 600 reviews and still have a hard 5-star rating. In fact, 98% of our total reviews are 5 stars, something we take great pride in.
Additionally, we've never had an accident with our machines; a testament to how diligent and experienced our training staff is. Our equipment has remote engine cutoff devices and our instructors provide continuous "hands-on" instruction through wireless communications systems. Safety is a primary focus.
We Want to Expand our 3 Locations Nationally
With two outdoor locations and one indoor mini location, we feel we've solidified our business model and are ready to expand. Because it only costs between $100k - $200k for us to open another site, and because we have an official equipment sponsor in Komatsu - the 2nd largest equipment manufacturer in the world - we could conceivably open several more locations and not change much of our internal operations.
Our Progress So Far
If we raise $150k of capital in this Wefunder campaign, we'll be able to use the money for operating expenses, marketing, and debt consolidation for our bootstrapped company. If we're able to raise $500k, we'll be able to do the above, plus open a new location. For every $250k raised after that, we plan to open one additional location in a major U.S. metro area.
We Open our First Location in Hastings, MN
In the next year, we also launch Extreme Fire Truck.
Construction of New, Permanent Facility in Hastings is Completed
The next year, we also launch our heavy equipment camps that have an increased focus on student experiential learning.
We Surpass $1M in Total Sales
We also launch our new corporate team building event options – Sandbox Olympics, Scenario Events, etc.
Randy Appears on Shark Tank
Komatsu America Becomes Our Official Equipment Sponsor
Second Location Opens in Pottsboro, TX
Extreme Harvest Experience Launches
We Launch Sandbox Storytelling
Our Youtube video series focuses on telling our unique story through video.
Third Location, a Mall Prototype, opens in Roseville, MN
We Surpass $3M in Total Sales
Let's Change Entertainment Together
Dear Potential Investors,
Extreme Sandbox is changing the way entertainment is experienced. We are excited for the future and we want you to have the opportunity to join us as part of something bigger, something needed. Our fans, those who have been a part of our journey and have helped drive our growth, should have the opportunity to invest in and experience our success along with us.
Our first 5 years have built the foundation for our business, and now we have tremendous opportunities to grow across the country. We have really hit a sweet spot with how our business is run, our branding power, and our overall customer experience. It shows in our un-paralleled customer reviews and testimonials.
We cannot thank everyone enough for the extraordinary support we have received since our start. As a company with a truly unique concept, we believe that our current success is only the beginning. With your help, we plan on making Extreme Sandbox a global, well-known entertainment brand.
Come join us. Invest in a company that will be the future in heavy equipment entertainment and bucket- list adventures. Help us go global with Extreme Sandbox.
Let The Kid In You Play!

Randy Stenger
Founder & CEO – Extreme Sandbox
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