I was a lifeguard there for two summers. Granted i don't like hearing we don't care especially when our lifeguard team just finished 3rd in the northwest regional competition. You just get desensitized after a while when nitwit after nitwit asks where tubs and entrances are when there are signs foe everything!!! most annoying thing in the world. We have one of the most qualified lifeguard squads in the area and also have one of the hardest jobs out there considering how little we're paid.\r
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Ok but hears how to have a good time from someone who knows the ins and outs of this place.\r
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- Get there early. Like 15 minutes before the parks opens especially on those scorchers. We have 10,000 or so people on those days.\r
- In my opinion don't come on the scorchers...just a bad situation. Come on the overcast and rainy days! you're gonna get wet anyways and you easily get your money's worth.\r
- Ride the water rides in the morning! Save the wave pool for last, there's no line for that. Go zooma falls first, then kong slides and then speed slides. You'll get more riding time that way.\r
- Wear aqua socks, the ground hurts your feet and there is often unclean areas.\r
- Don't buy a locker! they're are plenty of spots to put your stuff...its just a trust thing, but rarely do people ever steal there actually.\r
- Don't pay for parking. Just park at one of the local stores and walk, its not a big deal.\r
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Despite all these things, the price for entrance doesn't match at what it delivers. You may get a total of 10 rides in. So about $3.50 a piece...not worth it in my eyes.
Pros: The rides once you actually get on them
Cons: Price, Lines, Guests Overall Intelligence
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