Originally Posted By sjhym333 Having been out there recently I really don't think there is much salvagable to use at River Country. Bacteria in lake water is a problem during the summers here in Florida. We hear about deaths (especially children) from the bacteria entering the body, causing illness and sometimes death. Most of the counties in Florida regularly test lake water and will close lakes that have too high a concentration of bacteria. I believe Disney has had at least one death from bacteria in it's lake water and possibly more
Originally Posted By Rsey103 I loved River Country. Swimming in the lake was a big part of the appeal. The critters in the water never bothered me.
Originally Posted By Boardwalkbum River Country was the first proper water park i'd ever been to. It was the summer of '77 and my cousins had an RV parked at Ft. Wilderness. The next time I was @ Ft. Wilderness was when I stayed there 23 years later. I regret not taking the opportunity to go at that time. Little did I know.....
Originally Posted By sjhym333 The lawn mower tree is on the path between Hoop De Doo building and the boat dock. Take the path towards the right and you will see it. Still amazing after all these years
