Dollywood Discussion Thread

[HoltskeeThis B&M donkey is so smooth!]

I doubt I'll ever visit this attraction when I'm at Dollywood if it's just going to be a large climbing structure like the one at Stone Mountain, except with some themed tunnels here and there. To be blunt about it, if I wanted to workout I would go to a gym, not a theme park. Plus the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is right next door where you can go on a REAL hike through the mountains - rather than wandering around in some artificial play fort.

Besides, Dollywood already had a bunch of net climbs, rope swings, ziplines, and physical activity-type stuff in the old Daydream Ridge area that was demolished for Dreamland Forest. I was under the impression they got rid of that because by the late 90s it was considered to be a liability.

I mean, I'm glad they aren't doing a new ride for the first time in several years, but I was hoping for something that would go back and expand the cultural aspect of the park that has been pretty much abandoned over the last decade.

I also agree, it needs a better name too.

[thrillerman1Can you see the donkey in my toast?]

Toverland's ropes course was AWESOME. If it's anything like that, sign me up!

[coasterbadboyFull Fledged Donkey Enthusiast!]

Sounds incredibly awesome! Our favorite part of California Adventure is the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. We spent HOURS in there. I love parks that are well-balanced with plenty of things to do for every member of the family. Like Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Grab a coaster, grab a show, grab a llama. Uh....not sure that came out right.

Yeah for Dollywood! One of the awesomest parks anywhere. Thanks for thinking of kids of all ages and not just the zitty pubescent-folk.

[coasterdude5Randomness]

I'll wait until I see some concept art to post my thoughts, but from the sounds of it the attractions sounds very unique.

[coasterfreakyI teach at the school of donkey!]

I snapped some pics of the newsletter.

I think it's pretty cool. I like that it's organic and fits in well with the natural surroundings. We'll see I guess..

But in the meantime I disected the artwork for all to enjoy.

I can definitely see the mixed feelings about it at first, but the more I looked at the artwork, the more I liked it. I think it's pretty unique and I like how it fits in perfectly with the rest of the park. I've never had an opportunity to try a zip line and I think this opens up that opportunity for more people. And likewise for people who, for whatever reason, can't make it into National park to experience walking in the creeks. I think it's a smart addition.

[DATmanOMG! A TALKING MUFFIN!]

Looks great to me!

[kraken613Ask me about being a pathological liar!!]

Wo where is the location in Wilderness Pass?

[ETapley0687I'm a know-it-all about donkeys!]

I saw the newsletter to and I think it will be a great addition to Dollywood! The themeing looks great and it's something for the kids! It will definitely add some character to the Wilderness Pass area and maybe some shade! lol I think Dollywood did great with this move and this only means that there will be more funds for something more thrilling next year!.... hmmm good observation lol

[RCFreakTPR's Favorite Beaner]

To be blunt about it, if I wanted to workout I would go to a gym, not a theme park. Plus the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is right next door where you can go on a REAL hike through the mountains - rather than wandering around in some artificial play fort.

Besides, Dollywood already had a bunch of net climbs, rope swings, ziplines, and physical activity-type stuff in the old Daydream Ridge area that was demolished for Dreamland Forest. I was under the impression they got rid of that because by the late 90s it was considered to be a liability.

I think this is the opposite view I have on theme parks, I had a great time on the ropes course at Toverland last year and I think more parks should at least offer something like this for people to stay more active. The entire area looks like it will be great if they stick close to what the concept art is showing. It may be a few years down the line until I can make my way over to the park, but this is something I'll be sure to do.

As to why add something like this when they already took something similar out, maybe enough (or the right) people complained that they missed the attraction. It could have possibly been the intent on destroying the older area was to implement a newer, safer (aka, dumbed down for sue-happy Americans) area in the future (aka 2009) to keep people, especially kids, physically active.

[mlambert21I Guess Donkeys Are Okay]

I personally love the idea. Look forward to something a bit out of the ordinary. The artwork looks very detailed and appealing. Going to be very neat to see in the Pass.