Fort Wilderness Hayride

_landry · 07-01-2003

Has anyone ever done the Fort Wilderness hayride? Can you give me some information on it? Was it worth it? Was it crowded? Are there characters there? If so, who? Any suggestions for making it a pleasant experience? Do you recommend it? Is there somewhere great to eat at that resort afterward? (We've done the Hoop De Doo Review already)

Always looking for extra stuff to do in the evenings outside of the park.

Thanks for any information you can give me.:)

Willbegone · 07-01-2003

I remember reading somebody's trip report that they did the hayride so hopefully they will respond. I do know that the Campfire at Fort Wilderness features Chip 'N Dale with a sing-a-long and marshmallow roast. I've heard that Trails End Buffeteria is an EXCELLENT place to eat and the $ is the best value at WDW. There is also a petting zoo and pony rides there. I hope we get a chance to check it out this time!

_landry · 07-01-2003

The campfire sing a long sounds fun too. Is there a limit on guests, or can anyone attend?

PhantomBantam · 07-01-2003

Anyone can attend the campfire. Its free! Bring your own marshmellows and sticks, bug spray and perhaps a flashlight. Sticks and marshmellows can be purchased there for a reasonable price. After the Sing Along there will be a Disney Movie shown on a big out door screen.

The Hey Ride is always cancelled for inclement weather. But its affordable and fun! $8 for Adults and $4 for children.

Its first come first served. And be sure to catch the fireworks ride. The wagon rides are sched. through the night and you get the times by calling x2788 or try The Fort Wilderness Pioneer Hall.

There are several things to do all day long at Fort Wilderness...lots of them are free.

MrDisneyfan1 · 07-01-2003

We'll be there at Halloween and are looking forward to the Haunted Hayride (DisneyStyle...not to scary)
I've heard that there very fun and well worth it.:) Den

BuzzLightBeer · 07-01-2003

I've stayed at FW more than any other place (I've stayed at all WDW resorts that opened before 1996, plus the Boardwalk). I did the Hayride and the Canoe ride, and really enjoyed both for reasons other than the novelty of the events (I'm a Canadian outdoorsman).

I had a blast with going on these side-trips with people who don't normally do that sort of thing (I've done week-long canoe trips). With the Disney air, it was GREAT!!! Not to mention the fact that it was completely different terrain than I've been used to (swamps vs. lakes).

However, I cannot stress enough - WEAR LOTS OF INSECT REPELLENT!!! Florida swamps are loaded with mosquitoes and they have detected West Nile in the area. The odds of serious illness are low, but use high DEET repellent (except on children under 6 mos.). This is not alarmist - I'm going back to FW in Sept 2003 - but realistic (I do have a degree in Toxicology).

These side-trips are really fun, and are one of the endearing parts of FW (besides renting golf carts, bikes, playing beach v-ball, having a BBQ after a day at the parks, etc.). I hope you see where I'm coming from...

LRTJS · 07-02-2003

This is the first I have ever heard of a hay ride of marshmellow roast! We are staying at the CS. How far is it from FW? Can I get there by bus? I would love to hear some more experiences about these. Do they still have them in Oct?

CaribBeachNut · 07-02-2003

I went on the hayride in 2000 but there was not a campfire then. It is a lot of fun, but passing by the swamps in the heat of summer does have aromatic disadvantages. Makes me wonder how someone can camp in FL in the summer, but that's another story. I enjoyed the hayride and recommend it. Nice to take the hayride after Hoop-de-Doo, in fact, skip Hoop-de-Doo but take the Hayride!

PhantomBantam · 07-02-2003

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Originally posted by LRTJS
This is the first I have ever heard of a hay ride of marshmellow roast! We are staying at the CS. How far is it from FW? Can I get there by bus? I would love to hear some more experiences about these. Do they still have them in Oct?

Then you also don't know about the free petting zoo.

The Tri-Circle D ranch Horse barn. (that's where all the main street horses are kept.)

The evening Carriage rides.

The Fishing excursions

The Nature trail

The Exercise Trail

Pony Rides

Pool Games

Talent shows

Everyday at 3pm there are daily adventure activities too.
"Fantasy and Adventure days" "Fun with Music day" "Tall Tales and Legends day" etc...

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_landry Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Posts: 487	Fort Wilderness Hayride Has anyone ever done the Fort Wilderness hayride? Can you give me some information on it? Was it worth it? Was it crowded? Are there characters there? If so, who? Any suggestions for making it a pleasant experience? Do you recommend it? Is there somewhere great to eat at that resort afterward? (We've done the Hoop De Doo Review already) Always looking for extra stuff to do in the evenings outside of the park. Thanks for any information you can give me.:) __________________ 1999 Shades of Green 2000 All Star Movies 2001 All Star Movies 2003 All Star Movies 2005 Animal Kingdom Lodge x´¨) x¸.•´ ¸.•´¨)xxxx¸.•¨) (¸.•´xxxxxx(¸.•`xxxWaiting for Disney!! *´¨)

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Willbegone Southern Princess Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2,618	I remember reading somebody's trip report that they did the hayride so hopefully they will respond. I do know that the Campfire at Fort Wilderness features Chip 'N Dale with a sing-a-long and marshmallow roast. I've heard that Trails End Buffeteria is an EXCELLENT place to eat and the $ is the best value at WDW. There is also a petting zoo and pony rides there. I hope we get a chance to check it out this time! __________________ Feb. 2002: CBR Mar. 2003: POR Oct. 2005: CBR Mar. 2006: POFQ May 2007: POFQ Nov. 2008: SSR My Disney Countdown Counting down to: DDs dancing for Mickey in.... 189 days 0 hours 17 minutes

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_landry Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Posts: 487	The campfire sing a long sounds fun too. Is there a limit on guests, or can anyone attend? __________________ 1999 Shades of Green 2000 All Star Movies 2001 All Star Movies 2003 All Star Movies 2005 Animal Kingdom Lodge x´¨) x¸.•´ ¸.•´¨)xxxx¸.•¨) (¸.•´xxxxxx(¸.•`xxxWaiting for Disney!! *´¨)

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PhantomBantam Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: South Carolina Posts: 447	Anyone can attend the campfire. Its free! Bring your own marshmellows and sticks, bug spray and perhaps a flashlight. Sticks and marshmellows can be purchased there for a reasonable price. After the Sing Along there will be a Disney Movie shown on a big out door screen. The Hey Ride is always cancelled for inclement weather. But its affordable and fun! $8 for Adults and $4 for children. Its first come first served. And be sure to catch the fireworks ride. The wagon rides are sched. through the night and you get the times by calling x2788 or try The Fort Wilderness Pioneer Hall. There are several things to do all day long at Fort Wilderness...lots of them are free. __________________ "...It was just an ordinary Space Mole Hill before Disney got a hold of it..." Go Gamecocks!

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MrDisneyfan1 Mouse Meister Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,288	We'll be there at Halloween and are looking forward to the Haunted Hayride (DisneyStyle...not to scary) I've heard that there very fun and well worth it.:) Den __________________ As a Connecticut Annual Pass Holder some of our highlights were: Port Orleans - Engaged Wilderness Lodge - Honeymoon Dolphin & boardwalk Treehouse Villa (great free upgrade!) Old Port Royal & Animal Kingdom Lodge Cabins & The Disney Wonder Disney Wonder & PC 2004 Disney's Grand Californian 2005 DISNEYLAND HONG KONG 2006 BEST DISNEY MOMENT: Navigating the Mark Twain throught the Rivers of America at Disneyland and sounding the whistle!!

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BuzzLightBeer Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 302	I've stayed at FW more than any other place (I've stayed at all WDW resorts that opened before 1996, plus the Boardwalk). I did the Hayride and the Canoe ride, and really enjoyed both for reasons other than the novelty of the events (I'm a Canadian outdoorsman). I had a blast with going on these side-trips with people who don't normally do that sort of thing (I've done week-long canoe trips). With the Disney air, it was GREAT!!! Not to mention the fact that it was completely different terrain than I've been used to (swamps vs. lakes). However, I cannot stress enough - WEAR LOTS OF INSECT REPELLENT!!! Florida swamps are loaded with mosquitoes and they have detected West Nile in the area. The odds of serious illness are low, but use high DEET repellent (except on children under 6 mos.). This is not alarmist - I'm going back to FW in Sept 2003 - but realistic (I do have a degree in Toxicology). These side-trips are really fun, and are one of the endearing parts of FW (besides renting golf carts, bikes, playing beach v-ball, having a BBQ after a day at the parks, etc.). I hope you see where I'm coming from... __________________ "He's got more gadgets on him than a Swiss Army Knife!" "Impressive wingspan!!!"

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LRTJS Southern Disney Belle Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,350	This is the first I have ever heard of a hay ride of marshmellow roast! We are staying at the CS. How far is it from FW? Can I get there by bus? I would love to hear some more experiences about these. Do they still have them in Oct? __________________ Laughter is timeless,Imagination has no age, and dreams are forever! SUPER SOAP WEEKEND!!!!! DW Trip 27 ....CSR ROCKS!! French Quarter All Star Sports All Star Music Pop Century ^i^ * Postcard Pixie * ^i^ ~ Sharing the Disney magic ~ My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Super Soap Weekend

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CaribBeachNut Big Cheese Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Connecticut Posts: 904	Hayride in 2000 I went on the hayride in 2000 but there was not a campfire then. It is a lot of fun, but passing by the swamps in the heat of summer does have aromatic disadvantages. Makes me wonder how someone can camp in FL in the summer, but that's another story. I enjoyed the hayride and recommend it. Nice to take the hayride after Hoop-de-Doo, in fact, skip Hoop-de-Doo but take the Hayride! Last edited by CaribBeachNut; 07-02-2003 at 12:06 PM.

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