Rocky Ridge, Maryland: Municipal Giant Slide - Sliding Board
An idea that we wish would catch on: all towns should have giant public sliding boards. Cut crime, settle neighbor disputes, put slide construction crews back to work.
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I used to go to this slide with my elementary school. Just this week I decided to set off with my friends to find it again. We had to stop in Thurmont and ask the locals (who were very helpful), but we finally made our way. It's exactly the same as I remember it from ten years ago. We had lots of fun sliding! But it would've been helpful to have something to slide on. I remember when I used to go, there were pieces of old carpet and burlap bags left at the bottom for anyone to use/ Unfortunately those are gone now, so I would recommend bringing your own. There is also a giant merry-go-round, some pavilions, and a swing set. It's right next to the fire hall of Rocky Ridge.
[Esther, 07/06/2008]
Imagine a bumpy bowling alley tilted on end. You are the human bowling pin! No fear! A pile of sawdust awaits you at the bottom. Grab one of the scraps of fabric at the base (burlap sack is the fastest), climb the ramp and slide away!
Locally known as a "Sliding Board"(35 ft High x 100 ft Long). Close to Thurmont, MD, home of Camp David. I wonder if any President has used this?
[Thomas M. Mistretta, 09/10/2007][Previous 5 items] Page of 2
Municipal Giant Slide - Sliding Board
- Address:
- 13616 Motters Station Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD
- Directions:
- On Motters Station Rd/Hwy 76 a quarter-mile north of Rocky Ridge Rd/Hwy 77.
- Admission:
- Free.
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October 2007: Local Jon Summer points out that it is also known as "The Big Slide." September 2007: We can't confirm it, but it's possible all major policy decisions by the President are made while on the Sliding Board. Wheee!