Another program, Great Apes, is slated for September
14-15. It focuses on all things gorilla and chimpanzee.
A visit to the Asheboro facility is a daylong event because
of the many sights and sounds that can be found at every
turn.
Going into the African Pavilion, Sonora Desert and Prairie Land brings more smiles, oohs and ahhs than watching
a National Geographic weekend marathon.
"Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" is a 4-D theater presentation that provides perspective on the prehistoric creatures and their effect on the environment.
Finally, the Kidz Zone, geyser exhibit and many paved
pathways make both fun and safe for children.
Location: Charlotte
Miles from Fayetteville: 140 miles
Must see: Carowinds' Scare-O-Winds and
Charlotte Children's Theater
Halloween is celebrated for nearly two months at Carowinds' Scare-O-Winds extravaganza.
After taking a few fast, frightful and thrilling rides before the regular park closes at 6:30 p.m., prepare for a scare
fest that is perhaps the best all-around in the state. The 7
p.m. to midnight event has a PG-13 rating. There are four
scare zones and eight mazes, each with costumed ghouls,
vampires, zombies and creatures of the night. Get your picture with a character, but be prepared to have them quickly
and somewhat quietly rattle your senses. The park is filled
with special lighting, smoke and many other special affects.
Most notable attractions are the Asylum, Corn Stalker and
Slaughter House mazes.
Halloween Haunt XII opens September 14 and runs September 20-21, 27-28 and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
in October.
The park is located at 14523 Carowinds Blvd. For infor-
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