Silverwood honored for Corkscrew preservation
High school students scream on the Corkscrew roller coaster at Silverwood Theme Park in 2009.
When Corkscrew first opened at Knott's Berry Farm in 1975, it achieved two things of historical significance. Corkscrew was not only the first modern inverting coaster in the world, but it also was the first roller coaster to take riders upside down twice. Silverwood owner Gary Norton purchased and relocated the ride in 1990 to the park where it continues to thrill guests today.
On this coming Friday and Saturday August 26th and 27th, ACE – American Coaster Enthusiasts, the world’s largest ride enthusiast organization – will bring a group to come play in the park as well as present owner, Gary Norton, with a 2 foot by 1 and a ½ foot metal plaque. Inscribed on the plaque is a short history of the ride as well as a recognition of Silverwood’s efforts in preserving this historic coaster. Silverwood Press Release
Rode the Corkscrew at Knotts Berry Farm many years ago, after my husband assured me it only went upside down once. He was wrong. We are still married, but the only Corkscrew I'm a fan of is in my kitchen.
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