As a child, summers in upstate New York usually consisted of going to Old Forge and spending a day at Enchanted Forest Water Safari. Decades later, my mom set up a great day trip, and I had an opportunity to bring my own children there to experience all the fun.

My Upstaters will certainly be familiar with all of the highlights. But in case you’re unfamiliar, Enchanted Forest Water Safari combines a water park, dry rides, games, activities, shows and a storybook lane into one huge adventure for all ages. Here’s a peek into the experience:

Posing Under Paul Bunyon’s Crotch.

When you arrive and enter the gates at the park, you are greeted with the iconic Paul Bunyon giant. It is standard that you stand under and around his junk and pose for a photo. You can’t not do this. Everyone does it and everyone enjoys it.

Getting Arrested.

If you can’t pretend you’re locked up in an old jailhouse, then the day is a huge waste.

Creepy mock ups of our favorite childhood fables.

How cool is seeing our beloved children’s stories come to life. Except it’s super creepy looking. And staring too long will probably initiate nightmares. Oh, and your sister’s reflection in the glass makes it all the more horrifying. FUN!

Cooking Children

Another must do photo op from Hansel and Gretel. Sticking little children in a cannibalistic witch’s oven. Kids love it. Parents can’t get enough of it. Can’t imagine why.

Trying to make grandpa vomit.

Grandpas will do just about anything to make little girls happy. Including going on a fast ride ride that spins in circles. The kids had a blast and fell asleep in the car as soon as their butts hit the car seats. Grandpa didn’t vomit, and no one got cooked or arrested. It was a great day.

Come back to Bleeping Motherhood later this week where we’ll share more of Bleeping Audrey’s Enchanted Forest adventure.  Tell us about your family vacations now at sothishappened@bleepingmotherhood.com