Beer sales at SDC?

[dwfan]

I disagree, it is getting drunk. That's The last thing people want to see when there going to SDC, DW or any herschend property. I mean who wants there kid standing in line with a drunk person trying to ride a roller coaster. NOONE! Although this will never happen, because Herschend is a christian family so, theres nothing to worry about. I mean in DW's 25 years or SDC's 50 years it has not happened so far, so this really isn't an issue.

[History Buff]

As I understand it, SDC did have beer sales in an early stage.  Isn't that correct, Zephon, or have I misremembered?

Plus, they DO serve beer and harder liquor at the Adventure and Newport Aquariums.  Each serves cocktails in its Currents Ballroom - http://www.adventureaquarium.com/pdf/AdventureAquariumMenu.pdf - not in the aquarium itself, but it shows that HFE is not beyond maintaining a liquor license in some of its properties.  That's not to say it would happen at one of the parks, but it does call things into question.

[Harp]

A resounding no on the beer sales.  Family time at SDC is cherished by my family, it is difficult to even find places that still have a no alcohol policy.  The alcohol element would definitely slow our visits down and could stop them completely.

Disappointed that the Herschend's even have a liquor license with them taking such a strong Christian stand. 

Harp 

[betamike]

Sooooo....I suppose I should weight in?   NO! NEVER!  NUNCA!

I can't even believe people would think they would need this to have a good time.  Sheesh!

[Zephon]

To my knowledge, the park has never offered alcoholic beverages on park.  I know it hasn't in the 35 years I've been there, but as for the very early days, I can't be positive but I don't think so.

There was a time when alcohol was allowed on park for after-hours employee events, but even that is a no-no now.

Can you image someone who has had just enough to reach that "feel good" state getting on Wildfire or one of the other roller coasters?  Not good.

[betamike]

Or being out of control in the Cave?   Speaking of which...because the cave is technically a state park entity, does that have an effect on this whole subject of alcohol or not?   

[docspeleo]

we get plenty of people in the cave who have consumed some alcohol.  I have turned in my fair share of guests of whom I've suspected.
As for the cave being a state park - we are privately owned.

and as for the comment about being Christian and not drinking? didn't Jesus serve wine at the Last Supper?

just saying drinking isn't bad, drinking to excess is.  it can be done right

[History Buff]

There is some debate as to the definition of "wine" in ancient times (much of the debate being about what the Bible means by good wine).  I stand with Harp on this one.

Marvel is recognized as a National Historic Site, but is not a state park.

[Parson B Ready]

NO!  would be my first and best answer.
The only way I could even remotely see this working is if they were able to legally set up a still (It can be done with the proper licensing) and then sold samples at a high price (so people couldn't afford to get smashed).
But ultimately I think keeping alcohol out of the park is the best answer.

Also, let's stay away from the "Good Christians shouldn't drink" debate. Prior to the Temperance movement of the 19th century, alcohol was not considered taboo for "Christians." Luther drank, the Puritans had beer on the Mayflower, and a Baptist preacher invented Burbon Whiskey. Jesus, Paul and the early disciples drank wine (The debate about the alcohol content of wine in Biblical days is also irrelevant, since you could still get drunk if you drank too much). And evidently, even the Lord enjoyed a drink every once in a while (Numbers 28:7).

[Tony from Tulsa]

I realize that I'm a "Newby", but I have to throw in my two cents worth on this one. As much as I enjoy a periodic, fine, imported German, English or Irish fermented beverage, I must say NO to alcohol on premises. We are there to forget our lives for a day or two and let go of the  stressess of daily life. What better way, than to be a kid again. When I come home from SDC, not only do I not care if I have a beer for a very long time, I couldn't care less about tv or most anything else, for that matter. I'm busy reliving the memories we just made. (and whistling the flooded mine theme song). No to alcohol at Silver Dollar City. There. I said it.

[KBCraig]

There is some debate as to the definition of "wine" in ancient times...

Not much serious debate. Mostly, it's a stretch by people who believe that alcohol is wrong, therefore Jesus and the disciples couldn't possibly have consumed any. The argument is undone by the parable of the wine skins: old skins would only burst and spill the wine if it fermented.

[Twinsmom98]

I would be very disappointed if they started serving beer on site.

I think as a family oriented place it should be a place that we can bring our children and know they are safe to enjoy themselves and not have to worry about encountering people that had one too much.  I have found some  people to have they personalty changed due to alcohol.  Happy drunk or a fighter.

I know we have a festival every year and I do not attend anymore.  You have people who are walking around drunk and you have alot of people who think they can hold their liquor and makes the festival less family oriented.

[Firstvisit1967]

Well I have seen better ideas posted on this site.  We love to drink beer and BBQ but there is no way in devils den that beer belongs at SDC.  The strongest thing sold at the park should be a nice cold sarsaparilla

[chadewb]

I am against beer on the park but if they decide to sell it and you get drunk. I think the SDC sherriff should be able to arrest you and put you in the flooded mine

[Zephon]

Weeeeee ddonned no ber sol on ths paerrrrrrk. ar jobb sis harrrrhd enoooof.