Dollywood lands new Barnstormer thrill ride
Feb 10, 2011 Written byBeth Haynes WHIR, NBC 10, Knoxville, TN
A flying circus is landing at Dollywood, paying tribute to the 1920's barnstormers that often flew over Dolly Parton's family farm.
The $5.5 million dollar family thrill ride is the theme park's newest attraction. It sits in the middle of a barnyard themed area called Owens farm after Dolly's family. The new attraction is adjacent to the Mountain Slidewinder.
With 2 pendulum arms, the Barnstormer carries 32 riders on a giant-sized swing that is wheel chair accessible.
"This really is a family thrill ride. It's set up for kids about 7 to 8 years old with a 48 inch height requirement," says Pete Owens, Media/Public Relations Manager for Dollywood. "It's like a big swing, but it's a swing on steroids reaching speeds of 55 mph with an arc of 230 degrees. It's not going to be like any backyard swing you've ever been on."
In addition to the Barnstormer ride, the attraction will feature a kids play area complete with a pig pen and other farm themed activities.
Barnstormer opens March 25th to season pass holders and March 26th to the general public. Dollywood guests should be able to enjoy the ride the entire season. The barnstormer will operate as long as the temperature is above freezing.
For more information on the Barnstormer and Dollywood's KidsFest Celebration visit www.dollywood.com.
The $5.5 million dollar family thrill ride is the theme park's newest attraction. It sits in the middle of a barnyard themed area called Owens farm after Dolly's family. The new attraction is adjacent to the Mountain Slidewinder.
With 2 pendulum arms, the Barnstormer carries 32 riders on a giant-sized swing that is wheel chair accessible.
"This really is a family thrill ride. It's set up for kids about 7 to 8 years old with a 48 inch height requirement," says Pete Owens, Media/Public Relations Manager for Dollywood. "It's like a big swing, but it's a swing on steroids reaching speeds of 55 mph with an arc of 230 degrees. It's not going to be like any backyard swing you've ever been on."
In addition to the Barnstormer ride, the attraction will feature a kids play area complete with a pig pen and other farm themed activities.
Barnstormer opens March 25th to season pass holders and March 26th to the general public. Dollywood guests should be able to enjoy the ride the entire season. The barnstormer will operate as long as the temperature is above freezing.
For more information on the Barnstormer and Dollywood's KidsFest Celebration visit www.dollywood.com.
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