Browntggrr Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 Oh, I well know about the eagles, but why suddenly mention them in that context and then?It is the age of social media. Just a small nugget of info about the park keeps followers interested in the off-season and keeps them coming back looking for more. Bald eagles are quite majestic in the the wild. We had one outside of work a few years back eating a rabbit. We watched & snapped pics for quite some time in pure awe. Many of us posted what we saw on our own FB page. It is fun to look back and decipher a tweet like this, but you know what they say about hindsight. Some info about bald eagles & their nest: Q. How do eagles find their old nest? A. Since the nests are so large, it's probably pretty easy, especially if they haven't gone too far! I suspect though, that you are asking about birds that migrate long distances to and from their nests. In that case, since eagles are diurnal (daytime) fliers, we believe they use familiar landmarks to guide them to the general area, and once there, use more familiar and specific cues to find their particular lake and then the nest tree. Such cues as extensive mountain ranges or large water bodies or the coastline might first be used. These birds obviously "store" great amounts of information or "memory" of the landscapes in their lives, as they easily move 50 - 100 miles in a winter day in search of food. http://www.learner.org/jnorth/www/critters/eagle/826572782.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jr for Birdy Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 This birdy doesnt see any sign between eagles and Gatekeeper? How is that a hint? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomTheater Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 You may not see the hint, but Dolly would. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XGatorHead 8904 Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 This birdy doesnt see any sign between eagles and Gatekeeper? How is that a hint? As PhantomTheater hinted above, it has to do with the similarities between Gatekeeper and Wild Eagle at Dollywood, which opened last year. Both are B&M wing riders. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jr for Birdy Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 Yeah, I get it now,never been to Dollywood,so that eagle flew right over my head. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanna Posted February 1, 2013 Share Posted February 1, 2013 https://twitter.com/#!/KIGMGREG And with the same Twitter handle format. Methinks this more than a coincidence. @KIGMGreg @DPGMMcClure @CPGMJohn But will there be a @CWGMKinzel? What was that Ouimet said about being more engaging with visitors? More accessible online presence? And this season, Cedar Point will feature never-frozen burgers, an open line of sight down the Millennium midway, and a nighttime light show that (in true Disney styling) is called "Luminosity" that is expected to trickle to other parks as success is proven. And no one could overlook the other "Disney-esque" benefit for people staying onsite, who get into the park a half hour early... I like it that they are more engaging. I like to be able to point at a picture and say, "Hey, I know who that guy is." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 As Dick can do at Carowinds. He knew the GM when... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I will feel even more confident in a funforward future when certain park GM's are no longer abart of the company, sonny. Good things come to those who wait. The future looks bright indeed. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamondback96 Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 An earlier tweet by John Hildebrandt: "Driving into CP this morning saw 2 beautiful bald eagles flying toward Millennium Force. I hope they enjoy the view." Hmmm.. both tweets mention views of Millenium Force, one mentions eagles... GASP!!! Flying Eagles in view of Millenium Force!! A joke, of course. Hmm... Is it possible to see Millennium Force from Lake Erie Eagles? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homestar92 Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 An earlier tweet by John Hildebrandt: "Driving into CP this morning saw 2 beautiful bald eagles flying toward Millennium Force. I hope they enjoy the view." Hmmm.. both tweets mention views of Millenium Force, one mentions eagles... GASP!!! Flying Eagles in view of Millenium Force!! A joke, of course. Hmm... Is it possible to see Millennium Force from Lake Erie Eagles? Kinda... You can vaguely see the turnaround that sits over Dinosaurs Alive, but even that is tough. That midway is a lot busier than it used to be and visibility of other parts of the park has decreased a bit. That said, it's a massive improvement. That midway is awesome. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 "Happy Days Are Here Again." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted October 13, 2015 Share Posted October 13, 2015 I am personally a fan of what the top management is doing in the company. Besides slow food service, most of the times, I have had the best 30 (or so) days of my life ever with friends, family and myself in this and last season at Kings Island. Whatever training or incentives they offer to front line employees is working, because they are great. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 It may be working in Mason, but not so much up Lake Erie way. That in itself, is either incredibly confusing, or incredibly thought provoking. It would almost make one think that Upper Management isnt roaming the Sandusky property as much as in the past. Hmmmmmmm...... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschool75 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Food service still needs a lot of help....and trays 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKIVortex Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 The tray situation is ridiculous. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airtimeluvr Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 We have taken multiple day trips to the Point and have had no problem with Food Services on any trips. We ate at a variety of food stands and restaurants which had lines yes but service, speed and attitudes were great. We did not make it to KI this year so I can't speak to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride On_17 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 It's far from perfect, but I think that overall food service at CP has made drastic improvements over the past few years. KI's seems to be pretty solid too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I don't have a problem with the food or service per se....the food is a good value and the front line employees are generally upbeat and friendly. It is the speed of service and the perceived lack of urgency by the back line employees (and sometimes the front line employees) that I have an issue with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 And, oddly, it's food service at Cedar Fair that has a new department head. Coincidence? I think not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeastFarmer Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I was under the impression that KI was was the exception, rather than the rule, with speed of food service. Am I wrong? It will be interesting to see for myself next season with the Platinum pass...Lord willing and the creek don't rise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark6495 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 We are having serious convos about not renewing our meal plans. The price is right but it's not worth it to wait in line for 45 minutes to get 2 cheese coneys... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 So...what did you decide? Terp..."people gotta eat..." 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollerNut Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 If I was renewing my family's season passes I would get the dining plan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 IF you were renewing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalefan Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 We are having serious convos about not renewing our meal plans. The price is right but it's not worth it to wait in line for 45 minutes to get 2 cheese coneys... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk You can use your meal plan on certain items at Reds at KI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 And on closing day, for one example, wait hours to be seated as only three servers were trying to cover the entire place.... 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shark6495 Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 So...what did you decide? Terp..."people gotta eat..." We ended up renewing only one meal plan. The thought is that with a little guy it will be worth it to grab food he likes (Chic Fil A) without having to run out to the car or down the street. It was honestly something we did and wasn't 100% happy about it. It was a well we do have t eat so this is no better than the alternative.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 Food service still needs a lot of help....and trays 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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