The guys had a great trip. Despite the heat they enjoyed riding their favorite rides and a little water fun at the water park. Kings Dominion is located slightly north of Richmond. The drive is only about 90 minutes from campus.
Kings Dominion has 400 acres of what they call the most hair-raising rides, the wettest water park, the most sizzling stage shows, and tons of other cool stuff everyone can enjoy. Our guys seemed to have a blast. The park attendance was down, so they were able to ride over and over and over again.
Favorites? The DOMINATOR! This 4,210-foot steel coaster is the longest floorless coaster in the world. Apparently you fly through the air at up to 67 mph.. Too much for me. Better yet is the Intimidator 305 - if you like that sort of thing - it claims to be the biggest, baddest and meanest coaster in the Mid-Atlantic. Other camper/counselor favorites include the Anaconda, Backlot Stunt Coaster, Beserker and The Drop Tower. I hate to watch the drop tower... it makes my stomach turn just watching it.
If you are a non-coaster person, and we had a few of those, there is an entire area with other rides. You've got White Water Canyon, The Carousel, Ferris Wheel, Flying Eagles and the Boo Blaster. Plus, there is the water park and I happen to know that a few of the groups spent some time in this area.
The guys had a great time snacking on "fair" food and of course, the last minute trip to the candy store. All seemed to sleep well last night. They look good today. We've had some really great play-off games and a couple of championship matches as well. Look for tomorrow morning's update!
