RE: First trip to BGW.
So BGW offers a season cup much like the Cedar Fair parks. That is good to know, as we used the hell out of our Cedar Fair souvenir cups last year. Living in southern Michigan, we are Cedar Point platinum pass holders, and typically do a Kings Island trip during the summer as well. As for the QQ, I wasn't sure if it would be necessary. The information I was reading was telling me that no, it probably wouldn't be needed. But I also kept reading about the crowds during spring break. Either way, the money has been budgeted if we decide to go that route.
How is the beer selection? I don't need fancy craft brews, but I refuse to drink Bud Light. Being a former Anheuser-Busch park, I am unsure of what to expect. I'd be perfectly happy with some good German beer, or regular, fully leaded Michelob. Or Stroh's, obviously, as my user name implies. I am definitely not counting on getting a Stroh's, though. That is one disappointment to which I have grown accustomed over the years.
And Grogan's, Festhaus, and Trapper's Smokehouse. Duly noted, thank you. Trapper's will be easy to remember, as that is also the name of one of our local favorites here in Michigan.
Again, I thank you for the insight. If anyone else has some tips, I am all ears.