March 7th, 2012 
Paula Dan and I were talking the other day about how so many people are asking us: “Why?”
They simply don’t understand why we’d want to add a second park. Isn’t Holiday World enough?
The question reminded me of the discussion that most of us, as parents, have when talking about adding to the nest.
Why, after all, have a second child? That first child is absolutely perfect, fills your heart, takes up every waking hour (and some half-awake hours, too) …
The parallels are certainly there. We’ve enjoyed growing this park so much, it’s certainly tempting to add a second. A second park could be “brought up” the same way (that being: safe, clean, friendly, value-oriented) as the first, yet encouraged to have its own personality. Each park would have its own set of rides and attractions (no cookie-cutter plans for us!).
A second park would not be short-changed – it would receive the same TLC as the older sibling. The four members of the Koch/Kamp families who formed Bluegrass Boardwalk, Inc., have the dedication to make it work and the creativity to make it interesting. And fun.
So … any reasons why not?
Ah, that last nagging question. Can we afford a second “child”?
In the announcement of the lease being approved by the State Fair Board, this detail didn’t always get included in the discussion: there are a few more steps to take. As we move ahead in these next few weeks, the focus is on securing financing and applying for economic-development incentives through the Kentucky Tourism Cabinet. (These steps couldn’t be taken until we had a lease in hand.)
Thanks to all for your encouragement and enthusiasm. The “Welcome to Louisville” messages have meant the world to us. We’ll keep you posted!
