As readers of The New York Times opened their daily paper this morning, the front page of the Science Section announced “Wood Takes A Thrilling Turn,” with the dateline of Santa Claus, Indiana, and multiple photos of Holiday World’s Voyage.

A Science Writer for the Times, Henry Fountain, visited Holiday World in early June to ride The Voyage, interview one of the ride’s designers, plus talk to roller coaster enthusiasts from all over the country who were visiting the park for its annual HoliWood Nights special event.

Hoosier Forest Supervisor Melany Glossa has announced that Chris Zimmer has been selected as the new District Ranger for the Brownstown and Tell City Districts of the Hoosier National Forest.  He will report to work on the Hoosier June 4.

“Chris worked on the Hoosier during the fall and winter for a four-month detail so many people met with him at that time," said Glossa.  "It gave us all a chance to learn what a valuable asset he will be to our Forest and we’re looking forward to having him back.”

Holiday World  opens for its 66th season on Saturday, May 5. One of the most-anticipated rides is Voyage, repeatedly voted the world's #1 wooden roller coaster, which received extensive track work over the winter months.

Before humans are allowed to ride The Voyage, the Holiday World Test Dummies (and, later, the coaster maintenance crew) ride it repeatedly.