for guests to take home. The pond was part of a trout farm that was operated by Albert Raney and his family beginning in the 1930s. In 1966, Raney sold the Trout Pond to the developers of Dogpatch USA, but the Raneys continued to operate the pond. Dogpatch Caverns - A nearby show cave that was incorporated into the park. It had been a tourist attraction since the late 1920s, and in 1949 it was purchased by the Raney family and named Mystic Caverns. It was sold to the developers of Dogpatch USA in 1966, who renamed it "Dogpatch Caverns." The cave was renovated and many safety issues were addressed. During renovations a second cave was discovered adjacent to it; it was named "Old Man Moses Cave" after a Li'l Abner cartoon character, and barricaded to preserve its pristine condition. According to some sources, "Old Man Moses Cave" was open to visitors in the 1969 season. Both caves were sold in 1981. "Dogpatch Caverns" was renamed "Mystic Caverns" once more, "Old Man Moses Cave" was renamed "Crystal Dome," and, according to the current owners of the caves, it was at this time that "Old Man Moses Cave" was finally opened for tours. Peter Bella Grist Mill - This was a historic mill originally built on the property in 1834. It was restored during the initial construction of Dogpatch in 1968. It fell into disrepair after the park's closure. West Po'k Chop Speshul- This was a miniature train with passenger cars. It carried guests on a circular track around the park. At the time of its construction, it was the first and only railroad in Newton County, Arkansas. Cornvention Center - This was a venue where musical performances were given. Frustratin' Flyer - This was a steel Wild Mouse roller coaster. It was a "Monster Mouse" model manufactured by the Allan Herschell Company. Installed in 1968 for the park's debut, it operated until 1991. Dogpatch USA brochures after 1973 continued to show a Monster Mouse in operation. The mouse was sold between the 1991 and 1992 season. Earthquake McGoon's Brain Rattler - This was a toboggan roller coaster by Chance Rides. The ride was part of the park when it was opened in 1968. In early brochures it was depicted as being a track wrapped around an enormous tree, but the ride was actually made of metal. Since 1993, the ride