chadster Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 The problem with wing coasters is they require such a wide area, if most of it is below tree level then most of those trees will need to be removed. And they already had a hell of a time trying to figure out where they were going to re-plant the trees they had to cut down for outlaw run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaPinto Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 The problem with wing coasters is they require such a wide area, if most of it is below tree level then most of those trees will need to be removed. And they already had a hell of a time trying to figure out where they were going to re-plant the trees they had to cut down for outlaw run. Sarcasm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 No. SDC has a requirement that they plant 2 trees for every one they cut down. So they really had to find space for the new trees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaPinto Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 I'm aware of that, and I know Chad is too. I know him even though might not be aware of who I am. I've worked with SDC for quite awhile now and he has done some recent coverage of the park the last 3-4 years. His comment was just a little too... well unneeded hence my comment. And FTR, they had no issues in finding places to plant the trees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadster Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 (edited) This is just flat out creepy. I know him even though might not be aware of who I am. If you are as well versed in the park as you say you are then you knew they had a lot of trees that needed to be replanted. So your sarcasm comment was what was really unneeded. Edited January 10, 2015 by chadster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaPinto Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 To say you stand out in your TPR logo plastered wardrobe would be an understatement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadster Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Jealous? You can buy a shirt in the TPR store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaPinto Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Nope. Have no desire to own or wear anything with the TPR logo on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 I'm aware of that, and I know Chad is too. I know him even though might not be aware of who I am. I've worked with SDC for quite awhile now and he has done some recent coverage of the park the last 3-4 years. His comment was just a little too... well unneeded hence my comment. And FTR, they had no issues in finding places to plant the trees. Perhaps you should let what you perceive to be "unneeded" comments go, rather than drawing attention to them through your own comments. There's no need for the hostile tone, either. Let's not have a flame war over trees and t shirts. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby2889 Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Well... Who else is anxious to see the new lake front without the hideous theming plopped in the middle of the Lake? I know it's nostalgia and some people hate to see it go, but I think it will really be a beautiful improvement for the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shavethewhales Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 ^Definitely. I'm wondering if they'll do much to the backside of the lake as well. The old concrete facade is crumbling away near the Lost River, and the backside of the lake is just kind of unappealing as it is. If they poured river rock around that side it might look better. The nicer facades and having everything pushed back from the lake front is already a big improvement anyway. Only thing I would change is to have left a little bit of boardwalk with some water cannons. Still don't get why those were completely left out when they've been so popular all these years and they fit the new theme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 ^ & ^^ Absolutely! Lakes are frequently centrepieces for a theme park, but Lake Silver has really gone underused, maybe because of its location in the back of the park. I'm hoping this is a first step to cleaning up the lakefront on all sides--and maybe finally fixing the queue bridge for Lost River so that you're not having to push through the line to exit the ride. Perhaps they could have the exit path go along the back side of the lake and connect to Fireman's Landing around the area where Splash Harbor used to be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby2889 Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 This summer was my first visit, but from what I saw it looked like the lake had become the most forgotten part of the park. It's definitely an improvement over what it was. I agree tho, that the facade of Lost River looks a little shabby, it would definitely be interesting to see them completely rework that area of the park to make the lake more so stand out than it has in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoinItForTheFame Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I agree tho, that the facade of Lost River looks a little shabby, it would definitely be interesting to see them completely rework that area of the park to make the lake more so stand out than it has in the past. I could not agree more. It seems like such a forgotten area of the park. If they could give Lost River a makeover, and really redo the entire area it would look so much better. However, I do not see anything happening to Lost River for a while. But that's just me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shavethewhales Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 Fireman's Landing has been topped off with it's iconic bell topper. There are pictures and audio here: http://www.hometowndailynews.com/2015/01/22/firemans-landing-on-schedule-to-open-in-march/ More pictures: http://www.ky3.com/news/local/slideshow-silver-dollar-city-shows-off-construction-update-for-firemans-landing/21048998_30846442 Video interview with Brad Thomas: http://www.kspr.com/news/local/video-silver-dollar-city-chief-discusses-new-attraction-coming-in-march/21051620_30834118 As a fairly hardcore fan of this park, I really really really love how they are tying this area into the storyline behind the park itself. In almost every interview about the new area, Brad Thomas and the rest of the park's spokespeople have made a specific effort to point out that this is Firestation #3 for the park, and show how it ties into the theme of the entire park. For those who aren't aware, Silver Dollar City is supposed to be a recreation of the town of Marmaros, a mining town that actually sat on the same spot above Marvel Cave, which was then used for mining bat guano and other things. The town burned to the ground eventually, rumored to be caused by an arson attack staged by the baldknobbers, a group of local vigilantes. This story is told through a lot of the theming details in the park and the Fire-in-the-hole ride. Powderkeg and some other rides also allude to some of it. It really makes the place special to have a cool historical back story to the entire theme that ties everything together. It's a big part of what makes the place special and sets it apart. This area is such a massive improvement over Geyser Gulch in terms of how it fits into the park. Also, I am positive that there are some cool details about that bell, but I haven't been able to dig anything up yet. HDN refers to it as being from 1890, but I'm not sure if that's accurate or not since they're the only source that says that. Usually things like this are crafted by the park or have something unique and special about them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreaky Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 Thanks for sharing. Looks like its coming along nicely. The pictures look even better than the concept artwork, which looked good as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shavethewhales Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 http://www.joplinglobe.com/news/local_news/historic-bell-rings-in-silver-dollar-city-expansion/article_69de68cf-111f-5f5e-b10a-ba4e9a0c5bea.html It turns out the bell is in fact from the 1890's. It was forged in 1895, but I still haven't heard where it came from yet. Weird how the details on this are so scattered. Usually these types of details are emphasized much more in these articles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aLFREd_25 Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 It's coming along very nicely. I'm excited to get to see it in March! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoinItForTheFame Posted January 23, 2015 Share Posted January 23, 2015 Loved the update! Really liked this photo! Can't wait to get out to the park on opening day to see the new addition! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykethekid Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 That tower ride seems like it is going to be a blast.(un-intended pun) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondbacker27 Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 Very punny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shavethewhales Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 SDC's facebook feed has been abuzz with a lot of FL updates recently. I think the dalmatian ride looks a bit jarring and out of place considering the historic standards of the park, but that's something that can be gotten over. At least it's dalmatians and not more random elephants. I didn't realize that it's the same ride as the happy frogs, which is the most popular ride in the park for tiny kids. This is definitely an excellent addition for young families that I am appreciating more and more as my toddler nephew starts to enjoy stuff like this. FireFall is also testing, and there's a video of the new play area. It's climate controlled and controlled access, which is nice, but it looks a bit sterile at the moment. They're not done yet though, but it is certainly a lot more flat platform area compared to the crazy layout of the old Geyser Gulch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkJunkie51290 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 I've never been here before and would love to go. I wonder how that next week will be after opening weekend. It shouldn't be too busy. But I wouldn't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 The first two weeks of the season are spring break for area schools. It's very busy then. After that, attendance drops until around Memorial Day. World Fest, which starts after Easter and goes until mid-May, is a great time to visit. Short lines for everything except the shows, which are generally very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkJunkie51290 Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 The first two weeks of the season are spring break for area schools. It's very busy then. After that, attendance drops until around Memorial Day. World Fest, which starts after Easter and goes until mid-May, is a great time to visit. Short lines for everything except the shows, which are generally very good. Thanks! I might have to buy one of those Trailblazer Pass. I wonder will it do any good. Oh well. I'm still deciding on my theme park trip for March. I'll have my mind made up soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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