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Robb did a great job posting all the news from Kings Dominion today. Here's a look at the media event for . . . . . . and . . . I'll let the photos and captions do the rest of the talking. Always good to know that one is in the right place. Hmm--you'd think they were announcing a new Haunt maze, based on this back story. KD is located in Hanover County--ergo, "Hanover Hill Orchard and Market." Twisted Timbers is set in an old apple orchard that was destroyed by some mysterious force. They played fiddle-and-banjo music, periodically interrupted by rumbling sounds and blowing wind, while we waited. 'Welcome to our orchard tour! I'd like to point out this here tree. Then there's this tree. Lots of dirt too. Well, that's all." They should drive people around in this truck. These two locals are shocked that anyone would want to tour that old orchard, what with the horrible thing that happened, which left "timbers twisted like you'd never seen!" This fellow is the guy in charge. Oh no! Something has gone horribly wrong! At a theme park! How often does that happen? That was the cue for the Twisted Timbers video. As you can see, the crowd was at least mildly interested . . . that may be an understatement, though. Scott Clemens (director of marketing), Gary Chadwick (vice president), and Katelyn Sherwood (public relations) told us about Twisted Timbers. But just before they sent us off to lunch . . . . . . there was a blizzard and Santa arrived! Kris Kringle was so excited about Twisted Timbers that he plans to ride it next spring himself--and stick around for . . . . . . Winterfest! Yes, Virginia is going to have two big theme-park holiday events in 2018. Nothing says "Christmas" more than snow, . . . . . . cookies, . . . . . . and beef sliders with bacon, cheese, and a fried egg. Hey, I'm all for starting new traditions. Those at the event also got a free Winterfest ornament (confused-looking reindeer optional). Of course I had my picture taken with Santa. Er, lady, you might want to watch where you step when walking behind a reindeer. "Hah! Her shoes are ruined! My vengeance is complete!" Let's have a look at how Twisted Timbers is coming along. Hmm--does the station count as a "shed"? Which looks cooler--the coaster or the car? This is going to be a HUGE step up from Hurler. A closer look at that sweet RMC steel. It's always nice to take in the view from the Eiffel Tower. Another close look at the top of the lift hill. Remember one of the old "Turns of Pain"? More Twisted Timbers! They'll get more twisted as the days move on. I remember holding on for dear life and grimacing in pain here--but that's going to change. One last look. I think with Twisted Timbers and Winterfest, 2018 is going to be a big year for Kings Dominion. Thanks for reading.

The Bill and Ted show hasn't been funny for years, although I used to enjoy it--once.

Hmm--wouldn't mind heading to Australia again, someday. I like this park quite a bit, and DC Rivals is looking good.

This is the only ride from which I've ever been evacuated. Unfortunately, it was after the dinosaur part, so no cool photos for me. At least I was spared the last bit.

Those photos on Thunderbird are great! Haven't had a chance to ride T-Bird yet, so I'd have to say my favorite rides at Holiday World are still Raven, Mammoth, and Wildebeest.

^That video is RiffTrax/Mystery Science Theater 3000 for a theme-park ride.

I don't know if the park is planning to build a gigacoaster, but I'm certain there's room for one. They own a lot of land they haven't built on yet.

Celtic Fyre, yes. Britmania?. . .well. . . it was like listening to a bar cover band. . the musicianship is good, the staging is ok, but really not all that interesting. just our take on it. (we enjoyed the show performed in the Festhaus, tho it is very much a "theme park show". . but you can drink beer while watching You summed up Britmania pretty well.

^I doubt you'll need Fast Lane on a Friday. Remember to ride Volcano first, though. You should be OK with zippered pockets. As for I305, ride in the morning and later in the day, then decide for yourself.

If the Zippin Pippin was good enough for the King of Rock and Roll, it's good enough for you.

^I wouldn't count on all the shows running after Labor Day. The park has to get their theaters ready for Howl-o-Scream.

I've removed the post with the press-release fragment for now. The announcement was not meant to be made until next week, and I don't think it's cool to be jumping the gun. Please do not repost it. Thank you.

I wish Water Country USA would add a water coaster; then again, they seem to be showing up everywhere, so maybe Williamsburg will jump on the bandwagon soon.

I've never been to the Hollywood version of Horror Nights, but I'm intrigued by the horror "tram takeovers."

Herschend would have to get over their aversion to alcohol for Busch parks though as it's well incorporated I would hate to see anything happen to the craft beer room at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

"Greased Lightning" was originally called "The Tidal Wave." This brings back memories--spent a few happy days at Mariott's Great America when I was in high school.

Each seat comes with its own spittoon?

Also one of the worlds first non-inverted loop, wonder what that would be like... A number of rides have "noninverted loops" (Rip Ride 'n' Rockit at Universal comes to mind). They're fun elements.

^First, hello from a former resident of Stanislaus County (Patterson, on the West Side). Second, thanks for the detailed BGT report. It's been awhile since I've visited that park (have yet to ride Falcon's Fury and Cobra's Curse). Third, why did BGW give up on the pretzel wrapped bacon?

^It will have something to do with Irish mythology.

^Yep--next year's new attraction is a VR simulator in the Europe in the Air building.

Same here, but it can be pretty rough in the backseat.

Time will tell. Looks like the Virginian Pilot article has been updated to 315 foot "attraction" as opposed to a coaster. Ah ha! They continue to toy with us!

Time will tell.