DP @ King's Island '04

[Oobgarm]

Yes, I know it's early going, but I thought I'd get something started well ahead of time so I can get some input as to when we can all do this. Plus, it also gives everyone time to plan things out if we decide quickly.

The Cedar Point trip was a lot of fun, and I made mention of having another get together, this time at King's Island here in Cincinnati. Possibly, if there's interest, we could have a small get together at my house the day after, if anyone is staying in town.

I do know that the park is sometimes clsoed to the public for private company parties, so once we all settle on a date I can get specific info from the park.

Park admission is $32.99, plus a $9.00 fee to park.

There are plenty of hotels and whatnot near the park, but I live about 15-20 minutes from there, and there is a hotel near me that I'm sure would be much cheaper.

Let me know what you all think!

See park info at www.pki.com

[Sniderman]

Well, I have no idea when at this early date, but I guarantee you that I will be there this year. It sucked organizing DPCP'03, only to get pulled away by a last-minute business meeting.

So, DPKI'04 is a go for me. In fact, I'm already planning a massive photo op in front of - what else? - Tomb Raider: The Ride! Appropriate, yes?

So, let's see some hands at least! (Next year, we'll hit something later in the fall. SpookyWorld perhaps? )

[WizDawg]

Count me in! Does the park open in May? I like the June date, the earlier the better. I plan on staying in Cincy over the weekend so I would be able to attend an after party.

Mike

[Achika]

Um...I'm going to refrain from voting, as I may leave from being a mid-westerner and become and "east coaster" starting in may.

If I happen to be around, June!

[scooterb23]

I'd be up for going, don't know when for sure though. I've never been there...but I want to take a run at the Beast and then go pass out somewhere...

[Sniderman]

OK, Ohio-and-neighboring states, let's get this resurrected! Summer is fast approaching and it's time to hammer down a date for DPKI'04! If you can make either of the dates in the poll above, start putting in your vote so we can decide a date. I'd like to have something finalized by the end of April so travellers will have a chance to make arrangements.

This year's DP park outing will be to Paramount's Kings Island just north of Cincinnati. this year marks the 25th anniversary of The Beast - the longest, baddest wooden coaster in the world. When it opened in 1979, it broke several world's records and is still a hell of a ride today. Also, KI has Son of Beast - the world's only LOOPING wooden roller coaster as well as the videogame/movie themed TOMB RAIDER: The Ride! What better place for a bunch of videogame fanatics to meet at, eh?

So, let's start taking names and counting heads, folks! DPCP'03 was a success and I'd like to see even more folks turn out for a great, fun day at the park! Who knows: there just may be gifts and prizes for all who can make it!

Start planning now folks, we'll have a date hammered out by month's end!

[Oobgarm]

Maybe we can bump this into the OT or something so we can get more exposure.

I'm all for either date, but I voted for June 26th. I've overcome my fear of rollercoasters thanks to the fine folks that made me get on the 4th tallest coaster in the world. :P I hope there are a good number of people coming! If you're looking to stay the night in Cincy, there's a Holiday Inn nearby my abode, which is about 20-25 minutes from the park, and I'm sure it would be cheaper than a hotel near the park.

Just a thought.

[Dan Iacovelli]

I wish I can go but but I'm tied up with going to MGC and VGS.
(plus I'm hoping to get a get agthering for IL started as well(not VGS but similar to the dp outings ))

[Kid Fenris]

I'd go. June works best for me, as I might be on vacation in July.

[Oobgarm]

I'd go. June works best for me, as I might be on vacation in July.

Just remember that big expensive cameras and roller coasters do NOT go together. :P

[Eternal Tune]

I vote early June, only because its usually pretty cool and not "OMG smog alert" hot. My unique disease acts up in extreme warm, sunny weather.

Though in all honesty, doesn't matter, since I'm in the area anyways.

[Kid Fenris]

I'd go. June works best for me, as I might be on vacation in July.

Just remember that big expensive cameras and roller coasters do NOT go together. :P

Lesson learned. Seeing as how your Triscuit-sized camera took better pics than my bulky Sony model, I think I'll go with a smaller device this year.

[Brisco]

I'm voting for early June, but you know that I can go just about any time since we live so close.

[Sniderman]

OK gang, I believe it's safe to say that we can call the date. Mark your calendars for:


*** JUNE 26, 2004 ***

I'll begin making arrangements and getting out the announcements. And let's see if we can get a bigger turnout for this year's outing! And I plan to have everyone meet under the Eiffel Tower and, when gathered, we're gonna hit TOMB RAIDER for a photo op and for "first rides."

This year's outing is gonna be great kids. Prizes, games, and riding until you puke! Plan on being there. Bring your friends!

[bigdaddychester]

a quick peek at the racing schedule.......ok no races that weekend
now a check of my calendar.....I'm already going on the 17th but I may be able to squeeze off another trip.

[drwily008]

Would there be any huge flea markets...or really cool game stores we could all go to the next day?? I'd travel a few hours to make a game hunting/roller coaster riding weekend! How about trading/selling at your house? That would make it cool too!

[bargora]

I'm in all the way, unless my sister's wedding gets in my way. Where the hell did I put that invitation, anyway?

Stupid wedding

[Oobgarm]

Thought I'd give this a friendly bump up top, 1 month until the planned outing. Anyone else?

[Sniderman]

Thought I'd give this a friendly bump up top, 1 month until the planned outing. Anyone else?

Your timing is perfect, and mine is lousy.

Just found out - last night in fact - that my prescence is required at home that exact weekend. So that specific date had become an "out" for me. I still wish to make this happen and - if everyone else is available on June 26 - I'm gonna be the odd man out again.

Anyway, let's get a hands-up. If you're available, sound off. If not, sound off so we can quickly hammer out a new date. regardless, Kings Island *is* this year's destination for the DP crew, so let's get crackin'.

last call for confirmation - who's available on June 26th? The poll is pretty close too.

[Oobgarm]

And to be quite honest, either date is fine by me. If more people can attend in July, then we can do it then. It doesn't matter one bit to me. Perhaps we can get this topic shadowed in OT or something?