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Patience and Fortitude (who share names with the lions guarding the NYC Public Library) are at the entrance to the Steel Dragon.

I stumbled upon CHUCK and DEVON discussing their favorite rides. Where was I?

Welcome to Water World!

...Where all your dreams come true! (Sorry, I couldn't resist)


Our head lifeguard, the Bog Watch Frog. If you need anything, just ask.


FYI: You might not see the view during the Midnight Plunge...half of it is pitch dark. But if you want the scenic route, take the Awesome Twosome, which is blue-green.


A raining mushroom? Yep, with a turtle and whale to boot. Riding them is optional.


For the brave, there's the one on the right. For the daredevils, go with the left.


Looks pretty peaceful now...just you wait. They don't call 'em Raging River and Wild River for nothing.


What a view! That's about all you do in the Endless (or Lazy) River.

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Did you find BRIAN, EMILY, and DAVID? They are next to the Showtime Theater and in front of Thunder River and Pirate's Cove.

I had a nice chat with PATIENCE and FORTITUDE today. Do you know where they are?

Interview With the Prez

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Waldameer's president Steve Gorman for a quick interview.

Q: How would you describe Waldameer to someone unfamiliar with the park?

A: Waldameer and Water World is a traditional family-oriented amusement park and waterpark with a casual, safe atmosphere. We have 28 rides and 11 water slides along with midway games, food stands, gift shops, and live entertainment.

Q: In your opinion, why do people keep coming back to the park, customers as well as employees?

A: We have a good variety of attractions for all ages, at reasonable prices. The atmosphere is friendly. Employees are treated as family.

Q: How can a small family-operated amusement park compete with larger park chains such as Six Flags? Does Waldameer offer something they can't?

A: We don't really try to complete with the big parks. We have successfully made our own niche by offering free parking, free admission to the amusement park, shorter lines to attractions, and a variety of admission packages to suit different family budgets.

Q: What is your fondest memory of the park?

A: Opening new major attractions such as Thunder River, Steel Dragon, X Scream, and, of course, the Ravine Flyer II. It's a great feeling to complete the project and see the smiles on the people's faces after they experience their first ride.

Q: Thanks for taking the time to talk with me. Do have anything else you'd like to say to the Waldablog readers?

A: Come out and ride the Ravine Flyer II!

Mini Walda-History Lesson 2

Class, the topic for today is the L. Ruth Express train.

Q: Now, does anyone know how the ride got its name? Any takers?

A: The train is named after Lydia Ruth Moeller, wife of Alex Moeller, the former owner of the park.

Q: What is the theme of the tunnel that the train passes through once on its way to the station?

A: A silver mine. The tunnel rock has streaks of silver that shimmer when the sunlight hits it.

Last question:

Q: Next time you ride the L. Ruth Express will you bring your headlamp and pickaxe?

We're Movin' Up

I published a post regarding the Ravine Flyer II's international standings in CoasterFanatics.com's 50 Best Overall Coasters and 25 Best Wooden Coasters listings earlier this month.

As of today...(drumroll)

The RF II is now:
4th Best Overall
3rd Best Wooden

We moved up one slot in each of the categories! We're almost the best of the best!

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Okay, kids, ready? I spy with my little eye: BRIAN, EMILY, and DAVID.

Where in the wet, wild, and wonderful world of Waldameer are they?



The next installment of Find That Statue will have the answer...