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September 11, 2015 - Cool nightly breezes and a penchant for the fear-induced tradition of visiting the world-renowned Kansas City haunted houses casts the spirit of Halloween as The Edge of Hell and The Beast Haunted Houses ready to open for the 41st season this Friday at 7:30 P.M.
The Twelfth Street Bridge Historic West Bottoms District, near downtown Kansas City, Missouri, is a sort of nerve center for commercial haunted houses with the granddaddy, Edge of Hell opening in 1975, and cited as the first, large-scale haunted house in continuous operations with neighboring Beast opening in 1991.
Both haunted houses rank among the best in the United States which has required many adaptations to the original haunted houses over the decades, including more elaborate sets, make-up and costumes, animatronics, holograms and techniques to "transport" scare cast members from place to place. "We have been sending chills for decades but the 4-sensory experience (sight, sound, smell and touch) is even more compelling today with Millennials wanting to be part of the experience versus just watching a movie or playing a video game", said Amber Arnett-Bequeaith, a.k.a. Queen of the Haunts (facebook.com/QueenOfHaunts) who heads up operations for the West Bottoms' haunted houses as well as the national spokesperson for the haunted house industry, America's Haunts americahaunts.com.
Haunted house producers have hired more than 300-plus people, including scare cast members, ticket takers, and operational assistants on site to help the crowds and make the joy of fear fun.
New this year, the Festival of the Full Moon offering a feast for the senses on the streets around the world-famous West Bottom haunted houses. Daring performances, dance troops, food trucks and carnival activities planned every Friday and Saturday.
The Beast has earned its reputation as a top 13 haunted house in the nation for years. Find your way through this thrilling open format design where visitors pass by dramatic scenes on four floors with a twisted path out. Traverse through the haunted house in a true 4D experience that includes movie-quality special effects, holograms, props, animatronics and a real alligator.
Time: Opens Friday, September 11 at 7:30 P.M. Season opens with evenings on Friday and Saturday in September and Thursday through Saturday in October. Also open Sunday, Nov. 1st, 6th and 7th. Closes when the fog lifts on the Werewolf Forrest
Place: Kansas City's Historic West Bottoms District, off the 12th Street Bridge
Address: The Beast: 1401 W. 13th, KCMO 64102
Phone: 816.842.4280 and INFO LINE: 816.842.0320
Website: kcbeast.com Social: facebook.com/kcbeastedge https://twitter.com/Beast_HauntKC
October 17, 2013 Kansas City, When it comes to ranking the scariest attractions, Travel Channel and its adviser Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, named Kansas City's four epic haunted houses in the West Bottoms (Chambers of Poe, Macabre Cinema, Edge of Hell and The Beast) among the 10 scariest haunted attractions in the U.S.
The Travel Channel will broadcast "America's Scariest Attractions" that features all four West Bottoms haunted houses in October. In addition to this recognition, Haunt World named Edge of Hell as the "Best and Scariest Haunted House among the Oldest and Longest Running Attractions" while HauntedHouseRatings.com, which ranks votes by visitors, put Edge of Hell and The Beast as tied for 7th place in the nation despite Kansas City being a smaller metropolitan area than all but one of the top ranking haunted houses.
"Kansas City has long been a capital of haunted houses from its height of thirteen- plus haunted houses in the 1980's and through its transition to fewer yet more sophisticated haunted houses today, said Amber Arnett-Bequeaith "Queen of Screams" operating the West Bottom Haunted Houses. "The survivors must be suited for the ever-discriminating thrill-seeking visitor that witnesses extremes on video games and movies." Fewer houses are also a fact that seasonal business can be a frightful venture with so many potential catastrophic events that can kill a business that only has weeks to recover. The West Bottoms, just west of Downtown Kansas City off the 12th Street Bridge, has defied the downturn in haunt offerings and reigns as the Haunted House epicenter with four large haunted houses in this one historic community.
The houses are located in large multi-storied commercial buildings built around 1900 and each has something unique that makes it a must-see horror attraction.
Chambers of Poe: paranormal activity, ties with Poe's tales of madness, 4-story window leap and featured in the movie Horror Filmed
Edge of Hell: sits at 666 feet above sea level, oldest running commercial haunted house in the U.S. est. 1975, focused on phobias, home to the record-breaking reticulated python, 4-story slide
The Beast: located on 13th Street, first haunted attraction to utilize an open format and a live alligator and lots of front door entertainment including the Thriller Dancers, Headless Horseman, The Beast and more
Macabre Cinema Haunted House: staged as a 1930's haunted movie theater with a collection of actual horror-movie sets and props and a 4 story bat pole that takes people from screen to scream
Despite the short season, the haunted houses stay intact year-round given their size, scope and technology with crews that update and refresh them in the off-season. The haunts include a range of technology from holographic videos, laser trips and animatronics. Live snakes, rats, spider and crocodile also live in the houses year-round but make their appearance during the season to create a scare that is truly a 4-D experience.
Elvira, Mistress of the Dark summarized, "On Kansas City's west side is one of the most unique haunted venues I've ever had the displeasure of visiting. The KC West Bottoms area is made up of several late 19th-century buildings that were just made to be haunted houses! This "village of the damned" has 4 -- count 'em 4 -- epic haunts: The Beast, The Chambers of Edgar Allan Poe, Macabre Cinema and the granddaddy of 'em all, The Edge of Hell -- each one is a unique, must-see experience for haunted house afflict-cianados."
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"USA Today names The Beast one of the nations spookiest haunted houses!"
The Beast - Americas Largest Haunted House
Founded in 1991, The Beast is America's largest haunted house. The Beast pioneered the "open format" design, where you're not in a line, you're wandering through the scenes, never knowing when a spook or an activated scene will rock into action. At the Beast, you are not just looking at the scene, you are part of the action!
It takes about 40 minutes to go through the Beast -- IF you don't get lost in the fog in the Werewolf Forest, stuck in the maze, or pulled toward the light in the three-story light tower. The exit is a four story slide, it's straight down and faster than you might find comfortable!
The Werewolf Forest, a 1/4 acre in size, requires you to find an exit in complete darkness. It drives up every abandonment issue one could ever have. Every 30 minutes, the werewolves scour the forest to escort out any hysterical guests who haven't found the exit yet. The storm scene's thunder and lightning will make your hair stand on end, the cobblestone streets of Jack the Ripper's London will seduce you, beware the raging wolf. And don't forget about the swamp with it's blood thirsty alligators, the deranged pirate or the man-hunting lion.
The Beast gets better every year. The local press conducted surveys of avid haunted house devotees, who termed it "the best", but cautioned visitors it may be unsuitable for some children. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. If children under 10 have frequent nightmares -- they're not ready. And if you're unwilling to be videotaped or have serious phobias, then please stay home.


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The time to show support is now. Remember all the strong buys, where are these individuals today. If you had such a strong opinion yesterday I was wrong, then you need to post today. Bet you all waiting for a rebound. That is what cowards do. Where is the hotti and deseree today.
Pumpettes you need to show up and tell us that were still on track for $15. Don't worry about the burn and dacogen generics, this is a strong buy. Mero,weighbyou,jelly,deseree,misty,newyork,max,way2handle. You guys all selling today.
Bet you all running and buying more shares at this firesale. Because yesterday it was worth $15, so today you must be stealing shares.
Sentiment: Strong Sell
There's always profit taking after earnings Short Skirt. Good time to load up your buckettes.
This is profit taking. Yesterday you stated you was going to kick my bucket. Today it's just normal profit taking. You do know that you make money selling at the highs. You make nothing posting a stupid comment. Did anyone see a single pumpette state watch out for profit taking after earnings, maybe it was posted behind all there STRONG BUY comments.
They always hate you when they were too dumb to act on it. Pretty soon the shorts are going to own you. Brightone can you do thye math...shorted at $6.92 trading at $6.45.....duhhhhhhh.
Matter of fact I did sell. Don't like certain items out of the conference call and more than that, don't like the overall market. Overvalued at this point. Will buy back in at lower levels. Worked way to hard to get to this level to give it back.
Then why all the attacks on me, if you agreed with my point. You only stating this after the facts. But glad you listen. I'm sure all the pumpettes will now tell us how smart they were yesterday. They all have crystal balls in hindsight, never before the train hits them.
If you didn't like =certain information yesterday, how come didn't speak up. You decided that your butt was worth more than anyone elses. Mark this one down as a dog. Cannot trust the pumpettes, they were so smart before and after, but during, lacks crediability. Bet you the one that made it gap down. There's more snakes out there.
Were are the cowards? i don't remember all your names, but where is that solid group who just yesterday was telling me I was underwater on my $6.92 short position. I see the testosterone has now fallen around here. Did I warn investors of this board. Which of the pumpettes were sellers in a hurray? All of them? None of them yesterday would even consider that this was overvalued.
Shame on you.
the street downgrade does not take into account the pipeline. you got a little lucky here with that. you should cover while you can still make a little money. stock is already bouncing off of the lows. also, there is something you are forgetting.
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When the system was working i did not get any error codes and when the video would go out Black screen the sound would work but i did not get any Red Rings.Now i have the one red ring if i remove the AV plug i get 2 red rings and as soon as i plug it back it goes to one.I have done the trick with turning the unit off.... unplug the AV...Turn the unit on quickly pop the AV back in..Press the Controller thing i get the Green Lights that spin around then i shut down as stated.I have done it all with no luck.
The console is out of warranty so took the chance.I just find it kinda of lame that i have gotten 3 Refurbished units that took a crap on me and was only allowed xx amount of time from each to claim a issue..This is a launch unit with the chrome tray so if it did at least last a amount of time i would have been happy and just paid to fix it or purchased a new unit, im just a bit bitter about spending so much money and doing it all over again.Maybe Ms can come up with some kind of Recycle plan that can give us a voucher with a few bucks off if we send them our broken/used units as they have all my history,I do recall that Ms did do some kind of upgrade that if you paid 150 you would get a newer xbox or some sort.Well thank you for the suggestions


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The Wii U's best feature might not be its games or GamePad, but rather the social networks that binds it all together.
By Jeremy Parish Nov 21, 2012 2:22PM PSTTags: Wii U New Super Mario Bros. U (Wii U) Nintendo Land (Wii U) Scribblenauts Unlimited (Wii U)
The first thing I saw Sunday morning, a few hours after Wii U's retail debut in the U.S., was a message from someone I vaguely know online. He'd sent me a note from within Scribblenauts, presumably inspired by last week's Games, Dammit! in which we rhapsodized over Neon Genesis Evangelion for 90 minutes: A screenshot of his attempt to create a Scribblenauts Unlimited version of Evangelion Unit-02.
This DIY Eva is kind of awesome, but even better is what it represents for Miiverse, the social network baked into Nintendo's new Wii U console. The company talked a bit about Miiverse before the system debuted, but never in a particularly compelling manner. It seemed likely to become another in Nintendo's long line of paper-thin novelties. Remember GameCube link cables? The eReader? How much use have you gotten out of your Mario Kart Wii steering wheel? How often did you really use your SuperScope? Let's face it: Nintendo has a legacy of coming up with nifty ideas that it promptly leaves to languish in obscurity.
But Miiverse, I think, has the potential to truly last and to matter. It brings together a lot of ideas that the company has dabbled in but never fully committed to, and it could potentially represent something that radically changes the nature of console gaming. This seems to be a recurring theme with Nintendo of late: They made a big deal about 3DS's 3D visuals, but those seem vastly less important to the system's success than the viral appeal of Street Passing -- and that's before we've even seen a game that truly makes great use of Street Pass. (Feel free to give us one any ol' time, developers.) Now the Wii U arrives, with its double-screen GamePad designed to make you rethink how you game on the television, and yet the most intriguing feature of the system comes in the form of this software layer that sits between the games and the console itself.
So far, Miiverse only properly supports two games, both Nintendo-developed: Super Mario Bros. U and Nintendo Land. No surprise there. Nintendo always jealously guards its secrets so it can be the first to play with the new toys it delivers... even though it's often third parties that make best use of them. I'm sure third parties would have done something with Miiverse if they'd had the opportunity, but I suspect Nintendo didn't make that an option. But no matter. Even though Miiverse only really lets you post message board comments about each game or send a screenshot to your friends, that's enough to represent a strong start.
If you've used it, you understand what Miiverse is all about: It's a social layer that connects all Wii U games (and I do mean all) through a centralized hub. You can interact with Miiverse at any time by bringing up the home menu, and the system multitasks so you don't have to worry about loading back into your game when you're done; poke around in Miiverse, then hit the "back" icon to return to the game in progress. Simple, easy, useful. Stuck in a tricky part of the game? You can scroll through tips on the game's message board from within the game. Want to show off a crazy score or ridiculous feat? Go to Miiverse and post your current screen as a message.
Miiverse combines the Wii's completely pointless, processor-killing Mii Plaza with 3DS's Street Pass and Swapnotes into something that, unlike its predecessors, feels like an essential part of the Wii U experience. But more than that, it's a unique outlet for creative expression; you're just as likely to find a magnificent Mario sketch as you are a request for help or a pointless "THIS GAME IS KEWL" remark. Maybe this will change once the "new gadget" smell fades, but maybe not. Individual game community boards let you sort posts by their popularity -- like any social network, Miiverse lets you give thumbs (excuse me, "Yeahs") to posts you like -- and supplements the usual 100-person friends list with a "following" list that allows you to passively observe the latest posts by up to 1,000 people... surely more than anyone could ever reasonably need. Semi-anonymous Mii Microcelebrities within Nintendo's network are already starting to emerge from the pack, as the most talented doodlers rise to the top of the "popular" feeds. And once Nintendo breaks out of its walled garden approach and adds the ability to browse Miiverse from the normal Internet, its viral potential can only grow.
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Search FunctionPosted: Nov 21, 2012 12:00AM PST by arts_of_deception
I've been using the Miiverse quite a bit myself, and I don't even use Twitter. I've even gone so far as to turn on the Wii U JUST for Miiverse while I'm eating dinner. I don't even bother turning on the TV for it!
The one thing I would almost kill for is a search function though. I've seen so many people asking the same questions on Miiverse that they could've easily found the solution to and not have to post if the Miiverse had a search funciton. That does make me wonder as to just how much of the posts are kept?
I also like to use it as a barometer of how popular is a game. Nintendo Land has like 15,000 someting user in it while ZombiU has 10,000. I would then chuckle at the measly hundred or so people with Fitness Evolved 2013. Yeah, Miiverse is definitely that little sleeper hit that I too undervalued when it was first announced.
Good artistsPosted: Nov 21, 2012 12:00AM PST by arts_of_deception
By the way, I've found a couple of wonderful artists in Miiverse that I'm following. Would you like their screen names?
dude, parishPosted: Nov 22, 2012 12:00AM PST by Johnvee
I stumbled on your mii in the nintendoland miiverse and saw your art. Quite nice, and then I remembered you writing an article about how awesome it would be to be able to share your doodles with others online not on your friends list. To myself I was thinking, you probably totally dig miiverse. Guess I was right and now you can live your fantasy of being a cartoonist even more. I was thinking of posting a message for you on miiverse but the 100 character limit is not nearly enough to express what I have here. Happy Turkey day for you and all, also.
The reason I know it was you is because,of the art being pretty good I guess, also because I saw the miiverse friend request you sent to Rich from IGN on the 17th. Which he posted to twitter.
I was feeling the exact same thing Jeremy!Posted: Nov 22, 2012 12:00AM PST by Kokoru
Firs thanks for adding me to the your friend list, I was pretty surprised (even though I know you guys at 1up already had Wii-U's) to find "Parish" casually strolling around the Scribblenauts area... It's funny because all I have is Nintendo Land but Scribblenauts was the game I truly wanted but Japan was incredibly expensive so I have to wait a bit to get it lol...
That being said I also wanted to say that I believe the Nintendo Wii-U is the unofficial console for artists! I mean I have seen some seriously impressive stuff, and not for nothing but I never knew you could draw so well Jeremy! I was like "what the heck, I've been following your articles, blogs, etc. for ALL this time never thinking any of that good art was yours!" Not that you don't seem like an artist but I guess you never really show off your art, so I'm glad that Wii-U is encouraging everyone to share!
Also I'm not sure if you noticed, but call it fan-boyism or whatever you want, but I absolutely LOVE how positive and encouraging the cyber atmosphere is on Miiverse. It doesn't feel like the usual crap-talk fest I am used to from my Xbox Live days and/or the PSN (or Playstation Home) experience... That being said it feels like Playstation Home done right, wouldn't you agree?
I was also struck...Posted: Nov 23, 2012 12:00AM PST by Captain_Gonru
by the quality of the art. I wish I had that kind of talent.
The positive vibe is a nice change of pace, too. Though I wonder how much of that is the moderation.
Another thing no one has mentioned is the "Spoiler" option, which I think is handy. For those times you're scoping the message boards for a preview.
"Spoiler" and Miiverse policingPosted: Nov 23, 2012 12:00AM PST by ShadowTheSecond
It seems like (at least on Nintendo's games), the Miiverse moderators are pretty active. I got a "please read the terms and conditions...and use the spoiler button in the future" within 10 minutes of posting a "Try finishing a Mario level with the last two time digits matching (eg *11)". Not complaining--it's probably for the best to have a consistent idea of what the spoiler button is for.And keep up the art Jeremy!
Is it coming to 3DS?Posted: Nov 26, 2012 12:00AM PST by Retro_Redemption
I remember Nintendo mentioning the Miiverse will be coming to 3DS, but recently it seems they are only mentioning online, smartphone, and future Nintendo devices having the functionality. Is there any word on this? it seems like no one is talking about it.
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-is there anyone here that knows any master degree that focuses on currency trade -forex- ?
-probably a master in finance yes, but one in particular that focuses more on currency trade above th other subjects?
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different question:
-is there anyone here that knows any master degree that focuses on currency trade -forex- ?
-probably a master in finance yes, but one in particular that focuses more on currency trade above th other subjects?
thanks a lot
hi..i am doing the same..i have a bit of capital and planning to start on my own..looking for a trading partner..anyone interested?
Hi I am also trying the same. As of now I am going through all the chapters in School of pipsologyOriginally Posted by poojafx
of this site. Hopefully I will complete all chapters in a months time. After that I will open the free demo account & further test my own knowledge.
you also forget that trading is a business in and of itself. in fact, it is much much better than any other business, once you get successful in it. no employees, but you HAVE leverage. with or without significant capital, you can succeed.
Other businesses may or may not be better, and surely they are not necessarily 'less risk or more profit' than trading.
regarding making a living.... you also forget that not everyone in the world needs $80k to $150k a year, or even $300k a year, to make a living. cost of living greatly varies from country to country.
I live of £5,000 a year... that's university life for you!
My story...
I have put in a few years to the forex markets, but I have had a life outside of trading, and I do work a full time job as well. What is interesting now, is that my trading activities are gaining my account an almost equivalent to what I earn in my day job salary. I'm not there yet, but I am looking forwards to the time when I will be able to earn way more money trading then I could in the current company for which I work. The irony is that I will be working less hours to make more money. How can that possibly do anything but improve my quality of life? More time to travel, more time with the significant other, and more time with the family when that comes along. As for trading being boring, hell, I argue the opposite, trading makes my day job look boring and something for the dull-witted to toil at for 8/9 hours a day. Trading is not for sheep, mind you, it is a full contact sport.
Yes, the OP is banned, yes the question was asked in 2006 (or whenever), but this is still a valid question and always will be.
I am full time forex trader since 2009, I love this business of trading. Is businees of informations. You need take decision, that for all you success or failer you are 100% responsibility (not your broker or walking cat on keyboard) . I think they are 3 parts of happy trading: discipline, money managment and writing trading plan! you need have algorithm for all stuff for entry, for exit, for holding positions for be flat and don't trade. You got no boss, no employee and freedom. But you need look out for R:R this is key runs your profit and cut your loss. I am making in average about 2000 euro per month sometime more sometimes less, I am trading from 6 a.m. 10 p.m. CET and only one pair. Most time waiting for trading signal patience and btw here on this site babypips you got all info what you need to be superstar forex trader, <3 babypips
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hi do u (PHEPI) use automated trading signals..does anyone use automated trading signals here and is it worth it?
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Reduced models for the medium-frequency dynamics of stochastic systems113(2003); http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.1538246View Description Hide Description
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The three-dimensional elasticity problem of the radial vibrations of a composite hollow spherical shell laminated of spherically orthotropic layers is considered. After formulating the equations, the exact determinantal equation from which the frequencies of vibration can be extracted is developed. Some calculated results for combinations of isotropic and orthotropic materials indicate the sensitivity of the frequencies to the geometry and material make up of the shells.


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Oscar Talk: Ep. 73 -- Our top 10 films of 2011!
Welcome to Oscar Talk.
In case you're new to the site and/or the podcast, Oscar Talk is a weekly kudocast, your one-stop awards chat shop between yours truly and Anne Thompson of Thompson on Hollywood. The podcast is weekly, every Friday throughout the season, charting the ups and downs of contenders along the way. Plenty of things change en route to Oscar's stage and we're here to address it all as it unfolds.
Here at the end of December's first week, all 2011 films have officially screened for press. And yet, we can't discuss the last two to drop. Whatever shall we do in this interlude...
Oh, I know. How about we drop our top 10 lists on you? Very well then. Today's podcast is dedicated to just that. We'll resume the chatter next week.
Have a listen to the new podcast below with some U2 leading the way. If the file cuts off for you at any time, try the back-up download link at the bottom of this post. And as always, remember to subscribe to Oscar Talk via iTunes here.
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OSCAR TALK: Ep. 73
In Contention, Academy Awards, Oscar Talk, Pina, Margaret, The Tree Of Life, Take Shelter, Rango, The Adventures of Tintin, Shame, Drive, Martha Marcy May Marlene, Weekend, Rampart, A Separation, A Dangerous Method, Win Win, Jane Eyre, I Saw The Devil, Melancholia, Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes, The Descendants
red_wineKris did you watch Tintin a second time? It did not play well for me a second time (loved it), all the complaints that Anne had come to the fore the second time, I felt tired and numbed after watching it, it was too much.
Also I hoped A Separation would be higher on your list.December 9, 2011 at 1:40PM ESTReply to Comment
MykillAAAAGH - I'm stuck at work and can't listen to the podcast for another 6 hours!!! :,^( I wanna know what your list is LOL! All good things will come to those who wait, so I can be patient until then (plus I'm sure you will probably do a more detailed article about this perhaps on Monday?)December 9, 2011 at 2:11PM ESTReply to Comment
Dylan (guest)I'm most happy to see Weekend place so highly on Anne's list, but overall, great lists from both of you! I wonder when us Muggles will be able to see Margaret though.December 9, 2011 at 2:21PM ESTReply to Comment
shank (guest)no beginners kris? surprisedDecember 9, 2011 at 2:49PM ESTReply to Comment
GraysmithNo mention of Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close on either list or in the periphery. I guess you can't talk about it, but it's absence may say a lot too... ?December 9, 2011 at 2:56PM ESTReply to Comment
DylanSVery good and unique lists from both you and Anne this year, though I'm a bit disappointed neither of you bumped "Moneyball" into your top 10, especially with something like "Rango" coming in at number 10. This makes me wanna see "Take Shelter", which I've been eagerly awaiting anyway, even more that both you and Anne are so high on it.
I was also thinking that it would be a good idea to do a cinejabber post specifically geared towards top 10 lists. I don't know if you've done that in previous years (I feel like you have), but I think it could breed some interesting discussion.December 9, 2011 at 3:02PM ESTReply to Comment
JJ1I would love a cinejabber on top 10s, but preferably in 3-4 weeks when most have us peasants (hehe) have finally seen most of these films.December 9, 2011 at 3:08PM EST
DylanSYes, I should have added that as well.December 9, 2011 at 3:11PM EST
MykillOMG cinejabber top 10 lists are like the best thing about the end of the year. I could spend hours looking at everyone's top ten lists LOL. I concur that it should be at the very end of December (like on the 31st perhaps?)December 9, 2011 at 4:36PM EST
KristopherTapleyI adore Beginners, but somehow it never pushed into the list. I feel bad that I forgot to mention it in the honorable mentions bit, though.December 9, 2011 at 3:17PM ESTReply to Comment
brauereiWhat about "The Beaver" and Mel for best actor. Its like that movie vanished from existenceDecember 9, 2011 at 3:45PM EST
KristopherTapleyI wasn't a fan. At all.December 9, 2011 at 3:47PM EST
rentrobuffDo you still think as highly of "Anonymous" as you did, Kris? For me, it's still sitting at #3 of the year.December 10, 2011 at 2:19PM EST
han (guest)happy to know that my list is similar!
my top 10 of 2011:
1. drive
2. bonsai
3. melancholia
4. elena
5. a separation
6. breathing
7. 50/50
8. le quattro volte
9. weekend
10. martha marcy may marleneDecember 9, 2011 at 3:18PM ESTReply to Comment
GraysmithThere's a huge problem with Rise of the Planet of the Apes and that (SPOILERS AHEAD) is the fact that it asks us to root for the apes. Which is fine if this was a stand-alone movie. But if you've seen the original film(s) you know that the events in this film ultimately leads to the apes taking over the earth and enslaving mankind. One could argue that we deserve it for all our faults, but it makes for a hugely conflicting film in my opinion. It's comparative to Independence Day being about rooting for the aliens to destroy the humans. I'm not the biggest fan of the human race, but I did find it very hard to effectively root against my own species. I do think there's a lot about it that's enjoyable and certainly commendable (it's surely not your typical summer blockbuster), but the whole setup is just fundamentally flawed.December 9, 2011 at 3:19PM ESTReply to Comment
KristopherTapleyI don't think that's necessarily a flaw at all. It makes it more interesting, in fact.December 9, 2011 at 3:32PM EST
thekingbulletinThe actual flaw of the movie is that every human character in it is a one-dimensional piece of nothingness.December 9, 2011 at 4:14PM EST
DylanSI agree completely, wit the sole exception of Lithgow.December 9, 2011 at 4:21PM EST
Daniel CrookeThat's almost singularly why the film is as compelling as it is.December 9, 2011 at 4:23PM EST
Evan (guest)I'm curious: we hear a lot about Andy Serkis being the "best performance-capture actor in Hollywood." How much of that is due to the fact that he's the only high-profile performance-capture actor? Personally, I don't think I could name a second one...
Also, I completely agree with you, Kris, that Cave of Forgotten Dreams should have been a short. The cave painting segments were fantastic, but the movie as a whole felt like it was bloated in order to get to an 80 or 90-minute runtime.
Thanks for sharing your Top 10s!December 9, 2011 at 3:23PM ESTReply to Comment
Anita (guest)Thrilled to hear Rango made your list, Kris. I think it will end up on mine, too. I completely adored it from beginning to end. It might not have been a strong year overall for animation, but I think Rango is a major achievement. And the extras on the Blu-ray that detailed the production process made me appreciate it all the more.
Just came back from a screening of Extremely Loud and I simply cannot wait to hear what you guys thought. I really don't know what to make of it.December 9, 2011 at 3:49PM ESTReply to Comment
Gabriel (guest)Wow, I'm glad Martha Marcy May Marlene made it to your top 10. What an amazing film that is superior to Winter's Bone in so many ways.
Even if it was predictable, that Jane Eyre made Anne's list is defenitly great. Plus, talking Bright Star reminded me how much I adored that film and how great is Jane Campion.December 9, 2011 at 3:55PM ESTReply to Comment
DanI didn't really like the Bright Star comparison all that much. They're both period pieces from about the same time, but one of them is much more about color and beauty and the other (while it is beautiful in its own way) is far more about spareness.December 9, 2011 at 5:04PM EST
HoustonRufusSee, I liked Bright Star very much but not Jane Eyre. I now people rave about Mia as Jane Eyre, but I found her miscast and the relationship between her and Fassbender as Rochester didn't feel believable or, well, HOT. ha!December 9, 2011 at 10:01PM EST
HoustonRufusWhoops, sorry for the misspelling. *Know obviously.December 9, 2011 at 10:02PM EST
JJ1I "liked" this Jane Eyre. It's beautiful to look at. Decently acted. But Bright Star is in a whole other league, for me. Exquisite.December 10, 2011 at 8:42AM EST
AndrejI kinda wanted to ask you this in time before you made your top 10 public, but since you announced them earlier than expected, I'll ask now -
How do you make your top 10 lists? Do you keep track and placement of every (or at least the most) film you see through the year, or you rank them only once when you make your top 10 list (or until you've seen a certain film which you think can make it into the top 10)?
Also, it's noteworthy you've traded genres for your #1 picks. Anne's got the doc, and in turn you have the teen girl drama this year.December 9, 2011 at 4:07PM ESTReply to Comment
thekingbulletinI'm guessing you still consider "Up in the Air" Reitman's best, yeah? Just asking because, although "Young Adult" was kept off your list, I do recall you deeming it Reitman's "most refined" to date in your review.December 9, 2011 at 4:17PM ESTReply to Comment
KristopherTapleyComplicated answer, actually. I think Up in the Air had inherent qualities that elevated it as a film, but as a director, I think he is working on a more refined level in Young Adult.December 9, 2011 at 4:34PM EST
thekingbulletinYeah, I guess my question was what you meant exactly by "refined." I like "Young Adult" a good deal, but I'm just hoping that Reitman continues to write his own stuff in the future. Not to make that sound like a ding to Cody -- "Juno" was fantastic -- but I think Reitman's work on the page in "Up in the Air" explored thematic depths that Cody doesn't seem as interested in.December 9, 2011 at 4:39PM EST
Laura StewartI think Cody explores the idea of a woman who was never told "no" or that she was wrong growing up and developed a HUGE entitlement complex early on-- and she does it quite well.December 9, 2011 at 6:40PM EST
thekingbulletinI agree with you completely on that front, but those Cody themes appear -- to me, at least -- to be solely character-based. While "Up in the Air" certainly had elements of a character study, I think Reitman's script was also filled with things that allowed the film to speak to thematic issues that carried a larger-world significance. I don't want to sound like I'm diminishing the accomplishment of "Young Adult," because it is a worthy screenplay -- I just have a desire to see Reitman challenge his own authorial voice on the page.December 9, 2011 at 7:12PM EST
Laura StewartI totally get what you're saying. But I still think Cody is speaking about a broader issue. As she said, "assholes don't change." We live in a culture where arrested development exists and in a way it's something we promote-- see 90% of reality tv. Snooki (as well as every person on Jersey Shore) is a prime example of this. I think fictional Mercury serves as a microcosm of our country, maybe world. Everyone in this little town is in awe and in many ways promotes Mavis' behavior (esp her parents), one can infer from the time she was a child. As I mentioned earlier, that's the same attitude many people have towards these reality show train wrecks and the Linday Lohan's/Kardashian's of our time. I could be over-analyzing it but I thought Cody makes an incredibly powerful statement on pop culture and society's serious love/loathe relationship with these controversial "celebrities".December 9, 2011 at 10:06PM EST
thekingbulletinNicely put. I like what you're saying there. I don't think it's over-analyzing.December 10, 2011 at 1:22PM EST
James (guest)Glad you enjoyed Rampart so much Kris. I never got some of the lukewarm and mixed reception it got. Aside from one or two visual touches, Moverman steps up as a filmmaker. His writing combined with Ellroy's has turned out to be more of a character study than a procedural flick with 1999 as the perfect backdrop. All these subplots just better define him and I can't say enough good things about Harrelson's performance. Shame. It's best work to date and he could very well get overlooked.December 9, 2011 at 4:35PM ESTReply to Comment
thekingbulletin"Pina"? 100 minutes of dancing? Better than "Kevin"? "Moneyball"? Come on.December 9, 2011 at 4:37PM ESTReply to Comment
Matthew StarrI hope I get to see Margaret in my lifetime.December 9, 2011 at 4:39PM ESTReply to Comment
JJ1Hearing Anne talk about 'The Descendants' - and I don't mean to make this about Anne, because the film is clearly well-loved by many - it just makes me astounded that it's as loved as it is. I just found the story silly; at too many instances. I loathed the Sid character. And my reaction to the King family is not emotional, at all. I couldn't stand the kids or Matt as people. Therefore, my interest in their particular strife(s) ... which I would normally be emotional towards ... fell completely flat for me. That's just me, though.December 9, 2011 at 4:47PM ESTReply to Comment
Mykillnope, not just you. It felt like this sad emotional story was operating in such an artificially manufactured bubble that was really hard to take seriously. And I think it is cool to have a film set (and filmed) in Hawaii, but I'd prefer for it to be done in a way that makes you believe it was set there for a reason - and not filmed in such a tourist-y fashion. I just felt like the Hawaiian setting was more of a distraction since it didn't feel fully realized - it's like they can only show people having this extremely sad situation happen to them, but don't worry too much because you can always look at this beautiful sunset and all this gorgeous Hawaiian coastline. It didn't seem to serve a purpose to me and that added with the bizarre tonal shifts from tragedy to comedy really made the whole thing feel so overworked and heavy-handed. I just don't understand what everyone else saw in that film.December 9, 2011 at 7:46PM EST
HoustonRufusI understand what you guys are saying. I was genuinely moved by the film. I still prefer the Payne of Sideways and Election, but I liked The Descendants very much. I was moved particularly by Clooney's depiction of a man who suddenly finds himself in charge of a family and life he had in essence abandoned, as a man of privilege who had probably taken for granted that everything was fine and everyone was happy. His struggle to figure out how to right the ship or at least not see the ship crash completely won me over. I don't think it's the masterful film Anne thinks it is, but overall, I found the film successful. It was for me, that is.December 9, 2011 at 10:10PM EST
JMCI must say, it is my favorite film of the year. I completely connected with it and found it to be Clooney's best ever performance. While it took me a moment to get used to Sid, the scene with him and Clooney in the hotel made it all work for me. I thought it was pitch perfect and hit every note I was hoping for. I've also never cried more in a film, which caught me off guard. What can I say, subjective business, no?December 10, 2011 at 1:37AM EST
MykillI'm glad that the two of you found something to enjoy and be affected by with The Descendants - it just goes to show that there is something for everyone in terms of what films we like. I admit to being mostly impressed by the performances from most of the actors, I just couldn't relate to the film due to the way it was designed and constructed. I definitely don't think it is a bad movie by any means, but I don't think I would include it in my top 50 favorite films of the year. But I am glad that y'all did enjoy it!December 10, 2011 at 1:59AM EST
JJ1Yeah, I concur with Mykill. The film is clearly affecting to many people. As it should be. I just never tapped into the story or the characters this time. And I think it all started turning for me when Scottie put up her middle finger and yelled something like "Screw you, Troy!". Not only did it take me right out of the movie (when the prior scene was actually quite nice), but it made me dislike her, and it felt disingenuously manipulated for a laugh - when all it did was turn me off; and the rest of the film followed suit with little moments similar to that one. Not that every film has to be 100% true to life. But I found many moments in the film phony, like Scottie's reaction, there. But again, the film has tapped into many people on an emotional level (because you feel for Matt & his kids). It just wasn't me.December 10, 2011 at 8:52AM EST
JLPattHuh, no mention at all of "Midnight in Paris?"December 9, 2011 at 4:58PM ESTReply to Comment
EvanHa. Well, people have been saying all year that it's a film that people like, but that few people love.
Exhibit A.December 9, 2011 at 8:24PM EST
Laura StewartWell I think the release date also hurt its standing. When I saw it this summer, it was one of my favorites-- probably in my top 3 but as more and more films have come out that deal with a similar aspect of lost art and nostalgia for a certain era, it might get lost in the shuffle. I think it's a better film than The Artist and Hugo (although the last 30 minutes of Hugo are the best 30 minutes in any film I've seen this year).December 9, 2011 at 9:49PM EST
JJ1Yeah, like Kris nd Anne said, unless they turn the dial up bigtime on the campaign, it's just gonna keep falling - out of sight, out of mind; no matter how much it's been enjoyed.December 10, 2011 at 8:54AM EST
Laura StewartHere's my top 10:
1) Drive
2) Bridesmaids
3) Young Adult
4) Marthy Marcy May Marlene
5) The Tree of Life
6) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
7) 50/50
8) The Muppets
9) Midnight in Paris
10) Tie between Hugo and Super 8
Honorable Mentions: Ides of March, Miss Bala, The Descendants, Like Crazy, Jane Eyre, A Seperation, Moneyball, We Need to Talk About Kevin, Shame
(The only ones that I haven't seen-- and I highly doubt they will make a great impression on me-- are Dragon Tattoo, Tintin, Extremely Loud, and War Horse.)
Top 5 disappointments:
1) J. Edgar
2) A Dangerous Method
3) Captain America: The First Avenger
4) The Beaver
5) Tie between The Artist and Melancholia (excluding the first part, which I do think is extraordinary and Dunst is great but nothing lives up to the Justine sequence which is in stark contrast to Kris' comments haha)
I'm a little bummed 50/50 and Young Adult didn't make either of your top 10. But Bridesmaids-- where's the love Kris and Anne?December 9, 2011 at 6:36PM ESTReply to Comment
Laura StewartI forgot to add Hanna-- honorable mention!December 9, 2011 at 6:59PM EST
HoustonRufusGreat list, Laura.December 9, 2011 at 9:27PM EST
Laura StewartThank you!December 9, 2011 at 9:45PM EST
HoustonRufusI feel almost like I'm confessing to a great sin here, but I haven't seen any of the Harry Potter films. *ducks* ha! After I missed the first few they all just flew by and and it all ended before I knew it. I do need to sit down one weekend and see all of them. I also need to see Midnight in Paris, 50/50, and MMMM. MMMM played here in Houston for ONE WEEK. I was so pissed that I missed it.December 9, 2011 at 10:14PM EST
Laura StewartAre you a fan of the books? The third book is my favorite and the 3rd film (Alfonso Cuarón directed) and DH2 tie as my favorite HP movies. The opening sequence of DH2 is one of my favorite opening sequences of any of the HP movies and probably of the year. Go rent it! :)December 9, 2011 at 11:54PM EST
MykillI really like your list too AND your honorable mentions! :^D I'm still not ready to post my top ten yet, but hopefully by Dec. 31st I will have caught up enough that I would feel comfortable posting one.
I must admit that I had the opposite reaction than you for Melancholia - by far my favorite film going experience all year long. I love both halves of the film equally and that final image is ingrained in my brain for the rest of my life! But everyone reacts differently to things, so obviously I wouldn't expect everyone else to share the same opinion LOL.
Also - the 3rd Harry Potter film is by far my favorite in the entire series. IMHO they sorta went downhill progressively from there, although did recover slightly with the last one.December 10, 2011 at 2:04AM EST
Laura StewartThank you! As I mentioned above, I really enjoyed the first part of Melancholia but everything else that followed didn't stick with me. It didn't help that I had extraordinarily high expectations for the film, as I've become more and more of a fan of Von Trier's in the past 4-5 years.
Looking forward to your top 10.December 10, 2011 at 5:55AM EST
JJ1Regarding Melancholia: I actually really liked the first half. I found it humorous, strange (in a good way), meandering (in a good way), and exceedingly well acted. It was the 2nd half that lost me. That's not Gainsbourg's fault (I love her). But I found the whole waiiitttiinnnggg for doooooom to arrive to be boring. The last 5 minutes were great. But it's that 2nd half which brought the film down a level, for me.December 10, 2011 at 8:57AM EST
Ken (guest)How/when/where are we able to see Margaret? Looks like it had a miniscule run in October. DVD details are non-existent.December 9, 2011 at 7:49PM ESTReply to Comment
Ken (guest)I'll make it 3 for 3 for commenters. Drive is also my #1 film.
My list would be: Drive / Elite Squad 2 / Take Shelter / The Artist / The Descendants / Crazy Stupid Love / Jane Eyre / A Separation / The Tree of Life / X-men First Class.
Hon mentions: Mysteries of Lisbon, Ides of March, Beginners, Kid with a Bike, The Help, Midnight in Paris.December 9, 2011 at 7:59PM ESTReply to Comment
SJG1. Midnight in Paris
2. Hugo
3. Moneyball
4. 50/50
5. Bridesmaids
6. The Help
7. Cedar Rapids
8. Horrible Bosses
9. Drive
10. ???
Wow, this year has been kind of a bad one from my perspective, and I haven't had the opportunity to see some of the things I'd really like to, some because I didn't have the time and some because they haven't been released. I can't even think of 10 movies I'd actually want to include to round this list out.
I fully expect TTSS, Young Adult, War Horse, and maybe one or few others I haven't seen yet to take some spots on my list, because everything from The Help on was something I really wasn't that enthusiastic about...
All in all I'm seeing how little passion I feel for this year's movies now that the year is drawing to a close, yikes.December 9, 2011 at 9:19PM ESTReply to Comment
eurocheeseLove these lists. Absolutely thrilled that they seem out of the box and personal simply because they're what you liked. Loved the conversation on The Tree of Life (currently in my #1 slot), the surprisingly high placement of Weekend on Anne's list, the doubling up of Take Shelter, and honestly, just really happy that I couldn't have ever guessed these. So glad to hear about the Margaret love - waiting for years on that one, then heard bad things, then mixed things, and now a crop of folks who love it. Obviously I will need to check it out and see for myself.
Even when I disagree with you guys, you make great points. I was secretly hoping to see Beginners sneak some love, but it looks like voters will be making the effort thanks to Plummer's recognition. (Maybe enough to get some Screenplay love? Please?) Seeing Shame this weekend... can't wait to see Fassbender and Mulligan, easily two of the top talents to emerge in recent years, fall apart on screen...December 9, 2011 at 9:26PM ESTReply to Comment
HoustonRufusWow. Both yours and Anne's top choices are showstoppers. ha! As far as Top Ten Lists go. I look forward to seeing both.
I have to say I agree with you about Melancholia, Kris. Of all the movies I've seen, my reaction to it has been the most puzzling for me. I've pretty much loved all of Von Trier's films. And I expected to love Melancholia. Unfortunately, it was one of those movies I admired more than loved. It is wonderfully made, impressive technically for sure. But it did not engage me the way all of his other movies have. I found it to be the least challenging, most straightforward of all his films. So while much of the movie was fantastic to look, the performances great, I was left kind of indifferent about it overall.
I haven't come up with a personal top ten list, but I know Drive will be number one followed by Tree of Life. Drive was the most thrilling film experience I had all year. And Tree of Life, even with all its imperfections left me breathless and stunned with its ambition and, at times, unmatchable visual poetry. Other films I expect to fight for slots in my top ten that no one cares about: Hugo, A Separation, Shame, Take Shelter, Beginners, Weekend, The Interrupters, Attack the Block, Wuthering Heights and Adventures of Tin Tin.December 9, 2011 at 9:52PM ESTReply to Comment
HoustonRufusSorry, I need to add We Need to Talk about Kevin to my contenders list for my top ten.December 9, 2011 at 10:04PM EST
JLPatt"Melancholia" is for those who don't like any of Trier's other misogynistic sadist manipulative films. Like me. So obviously it wasn't for you if you were a fan of his other stuff. ;)December 9, 2011 at 11:35PM EST
Laura StewartThe Tree of Life was one of the most emotional movie going experiences I've had this year. VERY unexpected, as I've rarely been moved by Malick's work but TOL cemented my belief in him as a great filmmaker and Brad Pitt as a fiercely talented actor. The kids were great, too. Between those kids and the kids in Super 8, it was a GREAT year for children in cinema :)December 10, 2011 at 5:59AM EST
daveyloToo early to make my top 10 list until I see a few of the late releases. But MMMM and Take Shelter will definitely not be on my list. And I agree with those who think Bright Star is superior to Jane Eyre.December 9, 2011 at 10:32PM ESTReply to Comment
thekingbulletinKris did not just say that about Woody Harrelson...December 9, 2011 at 10:51PM ESTReply to Comment
(guest)While I'm not saying these had to make their Top 10s, I'm surprised that neither Hugo nor Midnight in Paris were mentioned much in the podcast.
I'd also like to hear what they think about the idea of a 6-hour cut of Tree of Life. The film is near the top of my list this year, but I felt the Penn section should have been greatly expanded or excised altogether. I actually would love to see a longer version, because I could imagine it transforming the film from something "frequently brilliant" into a full-fledged masterpiece. Or it might become a bloated, indulgent, style-centric bore (like Enter the Void).December 9, 2011 at 11:26PM ESTReply to Comment
Steve GGreat lists! One of the best things about Oscar Talk - and your respective sites - is that it's encouraged me to seek out many great films that don't end up getting Oscar nominations. But I definitely feel much the richer for having seen them.
Kris, you spoke particularly eloquently about 'The Tree of Life', and I can't wait to see it again, on DVD. I'm also really hoping that 'Margaret' will get some kind of cinema release in Australia. If #teamMargaret keep up the buzz, this could happen.December 10, 2011 at 1:49AM ESTReply to Comment
Avi (guest)Im happy both you and Anne picked Take Shelter in your top ten. This is one of my favorite movies of the year, and will def be in my top 3. Im glad the Spirt awards gave it its due. However I don't think the academy will, which is a shame. Michael Shannon's performance may been the best of year. Im also so sick of these embargoes. I want to hear what you thought of Extremely Loud,i had a chance to go to screening today, but couldn't make it and I'm really anxious to hear what you though.Great top ten btw,love Oscar Talk.December 10, 2011 at 3:37AM ESTReply to Comment


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North Vernon, Indiana (map) | (812) 346-2953
Sites: 36 | Latest Rate: $20.00 | 1 Reviews
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Oct 2013 - $20.00
This is a local park with a majority of Water/Electric sites but have 10 "Full" Hook-up sites. Very Clean park, with 3 playgrounds for kids. The only downside is that the Restrooms are NOT heated or air conditioned. There is a "Camp Host" on site. Water is turned off in Nov. Reservations can be made in advance. They also give discounts to Coast to Coast members. - md_procouple
Columbus, Indiana (map) | (812) 377-5849
Sites: 324 | Latest Rate: $35.00 | 25 Reviews
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Jun 2016 - $35.00
WiFi nonexistent. For the high price for no sewer hookup makes this a place needing stronger Mgt.
DirecTV not available unless you move to the field-like campground.
Nice kids park, no effort to remedy WiFi issue. Asked them to follow up and not confident this will happen. 50 amp good, cell phone reception good, level gravel sites. Location good with Columbus within 10 minutes. - budwang
May 2016 - $29.00
Very nice and clean park. Has a number of activities, such as go-cart track, skeet range, rifle range, miniature golf, batting cages, driving range etc. Would definitely do a return visit. - paulbe
May 2016 - $33.00
Spent Mother's Day weekend here, as the park is close to "Mom", so she and Dad could come visit ;-) . Having grown up in this area, we remember Ceraland as a sort of 'crown jewel' of recreation areas, as it was formerly funded by, and for use by, Cummins employees and their families. It is now open to the public, and they sell annual memberships to use the pool, playgrounds, go-kart track, shelter houses, fitness center, etc.
The campground is about at the level of state park standards in Indiana these days; in the fact that some sites need some gravel (and a couple could use some fill dirt, and bath houses are older but kept pretty clean. All in all, it's a pretty fair value for a full hookup site. There are a few seasonals, but they're pretty nice and well-kept. Most of the sites will require a bit of leveling, but not too bad.
There is a lake, and there are lake-front sites available, but not if you have dogs. The "premium" lake-front sites are in a designated 'no pets' area. Also, the signs and literature state there's no alcohol allowed in the park, which probably cuts down on the loud, intoxicated parties, and that's OK. We just kept ours inside the RV ;-). This weekend was pretty quiet, and the park was less than half full.
There is a minimal camp store on the property, and they sell essentials, including firewood, but the city of Columbus is 10 minutes away for more options. - fastalker64
8855 South 300 West Columbus, Indiana 47201 (map) | (812) 342-1619
Sites: 107 | Latest Rate: $32.00 | 68 Reviews
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May 2016 - $32.00
We had to ruff it Satelite wouldn't wok in trees, I'm excited to see what life without television is like! Our site didn't have sewer, don't normally hook up unless I intend to dump. Unlike previous review long timers don't bother me if their sites are clean and rv's well kept. Level, clean, quiet, long pullthru so I didn't have to unhook. - User2314
May 2016 - $36.00
Good overnight stop near Indianapolis. Indy doesn't offer many campgrounds, so we always stay a little out of town when traveling the I-65 corridor. Woods N Waters is a clean campground, with level and well graveled sites, and has good signage to lead you here. The property has mature trees, a pool, and small pond. Many sites are pull-through and some have full hook-ups. There are a lot of seasonal campers parked here, which always makes me feel like I'm intruding on a private club - that contributes to a slightly lower rating, but it's just my own quirk. This is a great campground, secluded and secure, and serves well for an overnight stop. - Flying Mantis
Apr 2016 - $36.00
Over all we consider Woods-N-Waters a middle of the road campground. Roads are gravel and several tight turns were needed to get to our site. Our pull-thru site was gravel and fairly level. No sewers are available for pull-thrus. We were not able to connect to the WiFi. We noticed a low rumble and felt a vibration on many surfaces both inside and outside our coach which we assume was coming from the nearby factory. The county road leading to the campground is narrow and had a sign that says "No Semis". On the way out we passing another RV going in the opposite direction and it was a very tight fit to stay on the road and not hit mirrors. - Oliver-Max
Madison, Indiana (map) | (812) 273-8885
Sites: 169 | Latest Rate: $30.00 | 23 Reviews
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Sep 2015 - $30.00
Most of the sites are well spaced and fairly level. Interior roads are asphalt and easy to navigate, with packed gravel pads. Nice fire ring with a very usable grate for cooking. The campground was completely full but still seemed pretty quiet. AT&T signal was weak, but generally usable at our site. Only drawbacks of the park are no camp store and no water hookups. Historic downtown Madison is a short 5 minute drive. - Daryn
Aug 2014 - $29.00
Flat, level sites. Bathrooms in electric were surprisingly clean during Labor Day weekend. Very few water hookups at bath houses and was afraid hose wouldn't reach to fill trailer, but it did. Playgrounds could use a bit more equipment. No camp store, only firewood sales at gate. Best sites are 24, 40, 9, 11. If with a group, consider 54/55, 87/88 or 69/70. - Cicero Cachers
Jun 2014 - $19.00
The restrooms and showers in the main electric loop campground are a bit dated, and feel dirty. Since they do not have water at each site, you are almost forced to use the restrooms for at least showers, or you'll be spending a lot of time filling up your freshwater tank. However, if you feel like walking over to the non-electric loop, they have a very new and modern bathhouse there. It seems much cleaner than the bathhouses in the electric loop. The campground is very clean, people are friendly, and they are not obnoxious about patrolling the campground, they are around, but not overbearing. AT&T cell service is pretty good around the park. Don't forget that IN state parks charge $7.00 to enter the park no matter if your camping there or not. The pool cost $3.00 per person and is open from noon to 6:00 daily. No 50 amp service, and if you have a taller rig, be aware that the trees are mature and you may have an issue fitting into some of the sites. - jmcmanama
Versailles, Indiana (map) |
Sites: 291 | Latest Rate: $22.00 | 1 Reviews
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Jul 2005 - $22.00
Need better direction signs inside the park. Had to ask 2 different people directions to office. Last one led me to location in his golf cart. Interior roads are gravel. Very friendly staff. Passing through and will stay here again if in the area. They have a restaurant on the premises. - RockenL
Versailles, Indiana (map) | (812) 689-6424
Sites: 226 | Latest Rate: $22.00 | 21 Reviews
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Sep 2014 - $22.00
Only visited A loop, but would not recommend that section for motorhome or trailers. Very tight narrow road with trees. Sites looked very small and difficult to back into. - Cicero Cachers
Jul 2013 - $28.00
This is a nice park with all sites paved and all roads paved as well. Again, be aware most Indiana state parks don't have water or sewer available at the sites, and this one was no exception. However, there are plenty of water filling stations throughout the park. Real negative about this park is the dump stations. They have only one station with two pipes. You will wait a while on a Sunday with only having one station. They really need to add more. We stayed in the B loop site 116. Nice site tucked into the woods. They are attempting to grow grass on this site, and had hay down. This is probably a hard task with all of the tree cover and constant foot traffic in and around the site. Stay away from Loop A if you have a larger rig (20+ft) as it is super tight and all the perimeter sites are best suited for pop ups. The interior sites are not quite as shady, but still have big trees. The C loop has some nice sites, but be aware that many of those perimeter sites have a large sloping driveway and would be difficult for a larger trailer to get level. I believe the tongue of the trailer would be on the ground and the back of the trailer a good 3-4 ft high in the rear. It was a holiday weekend so it was very busy, but not overwhelming. The bathhouses are older, but seem to be cleaned a few times a day. The pool is nice. They have a huge lake and multiple playgrounds in and around the park. We will stay here again I am sure, just wishing the state would pony up and install water at all of the sites. AT&T wireless has 5 bars and Verizon has 3 bars. Beware that some of the sites will not have access to the southern sky due to trees. Site 166, however, faced Southwest and made it easy to find Directv satellites. One more thing, they charge $7.00 to enter the park, not included in your paid camping fees, and the pool is $3.00 per day to use it as well. The pool is a good 5 min drive from the campground. - jmcmanama
Jun 2013 - $24.00
This park has very shady sites as well as some that are out in a field. Unfortunately, the shady sites that we liked are very low compared to the surrounding ground and fill up with water during a heavy rain and thus stay muddy. We stayed in the B loop and enjoyed our stay minus the mud. The A campground is super tight on all the perimeter sites and are best suited for pop ups. The interior sites are not quite as shady, but still have big trees. C loop was not really that appealing to us. Too much out in the open. This place was full to the gills and had kids and adults on bikes all over the place, so much so it was hard for my four year old to even try to ride his little bike. That's not necessarily a bad thing I guess, but if you don't have kids you may not like this. No water at each site either, but random hookups throughout are conveniently located. We would return but not until the summer crowd is gone. The lake and surrounding area is beautiful - 6.7 towrig