2012 Event Reviews

The Haunted Barn was awesome! They added a zombie area which was quite scary. Definitely more frights and screams this year! Beetlejuice and the Werewolf were excellent at keeping the lines entertained.

Attended The Haunted Woods on Saturday 10-20. After waiting in line for about 30 minutes we were able to begin. The haunt starts off with a very spooky ride in a hearse. Unfortunately that was the only thing that really impressed me. I was expecting major scares and was let down. This is great for youth/teens, but as an adult I had higher expectations. We also ran into another group while in the woods.

Last night I visited The Burial Chamber located in Neenah, WI. There were 3 haunts to see and all were well done. The first I toured was called "Adrenaline", and it was geared more for a sound and tactile experience rather than sight. The actors faces were not very visible due to the extreme dark but their ability to thrill and surprise, scare and shock was a ten in my book. I was, however, disappointed that I could not, for the most part, see the makeup that they wore as most of the time we were in a very dark and tunnel type of attraction. There were some lighted areas and rooms of themes but not enough to suit my taste. If you prefer a tactile experience, then this haunt is definitely up your alley. I personally preferred the second haunt.
It was called "Insanity" This haunt catered to all senses and portrayed all things mentally and visually chaotic. I was transported to a place in mind that allowed me to be unnerved and thrilled. I saw for a moment through the mind of the demented. It was a thoroughly exhausting experience.
The third and final haunt was a forested outdoor haunt called "Phobia" In it there were many ghouls including a variety of mythical creatures and hillbilly maniacs. I spent a good bit of my energy sass talking the actors and they had a great ability to think on their feet, giving wonderful and imaginative comebacks, fine scares and an overall worthwhile experience.
The special makeup done by the artists for these haunts was very exceptional and professional looking.

I have been hearing mixed reviews about this haunted attraction. I've read on here that it sucked or it was
the greatest thing ever! So I had to try this new attraction since it was only 10 mins away from my house.
I read that it was a Nuclear waste type thing so was excited, because more houses have just random things.

When we first got there, it was a group of 6 of us. None have ever been before because this is the first year that
these trails were open. There was somewhat of a long line which seemed not controlled. When we finally
made it down the hill to get tickets, which we couldn't find, we had to sign a wavier. I thought this
was going to be great! We got in line for the first one.

This first trail was wet, because it rained all day Friday, however they laid hay down, which was nice.
I didn't think the first trail was good. I thought the acting was par, but the costumes didn't relate
to the theme of the story. There was no interaction between the people and actors, just scenes. Also,
the girls screaming, not a fan of them yelling at you.

The second one was better than the first, but it still wasn't the greatest. There was one good scene that
had Pin head, but didn't even relate to the theme. This was just another trail with more scenes. There
was one good thing, the grave yard, but 1 out of 100 doesn't make it fun.

The scariest part to me was the lift hill. I'm just waiting for a drunk to go up that and fall. This haunted
attraction sells beer before and after the trails. I'm surprised that they do this because not many
haunted attractions will sell alcohol before their events because they risk the harm of their actors.

The final part was a small tent on the top of the hill, which can be seen from the streets. It was okay, but
still nothing was worth the $23. I heard that they were offering half off. Wish I would have known because
I rather have wasted my money on something else.

I usually go to the Wisconsin Fear Grounds once a year, especially because of all the hype around it
this time of year. Last year I was unable to attend, so I for sure went this year to catch up on what I
missed last year. So, getting there was easy, its at the Expo center. Everything was super easy to find
with a GPS. I brought a group of 6 that day including myself. 3 of the 6 of us have never been before,
so convincing them to pay $30 was tough, however, I told them its basically $10 per house. After I said
that, they were okay with the amount.

So, we went on a Friday, the weather wasn't the greatest, but they had a covered waiting area which is nice.
They also have actors in the waiting area so keep you entertained. We went around 7:30pm and waited for about
45 minutes. We walked into the first house, and just the detail this year, along with every year, was amazing.
My favorite room in this house was the room after the bathroom. The actor in there got every single one of
us scared, and that's hard with a group of 6. He kept asking my friend what type of blood she had and wouldn't
stop until she told him. It was awesome because she was so freaked out. That haunted house took about 15 minutes
to get through, and only caught up to one group, but they were so affraid, the stopped at every person.

The next house was probably my favorite. Its basically a sensory overload!! It was pitch black and we
couldn't see anything! The pillow type things on the walls felt like you were never going to find your
way out! My favorite room was the one with all the pipes hanging from the ceiling. I didn't know there
was an actor in there until it was too late! AHH! This haunted house also took about 15 minutes, but we
did get lost once.

The final house was an outside house. Even though it was off and on rain, while we were there, it didn't
rain on us. I don't want to ruin the first thing, but OH EMM GEE I almost pee'd my pants right when we walked
in.. You will figure it out right away! The last house wasn't one of my favorites, mostly because I am not a fan
out outside haunted houses, but it was still worth it! This haunted house took about 10 min to get through.

For my group's 2nd year going to Oblivion we knew it would be hard for them to top last year's "birth" room, but they did a decent job. Yeah, not as well as last year but still a good attraction. Even got a free Monster drink and t-shirt! The creepiest room was this one called "The Sisters of something" I forget the name but it was really eerie. We had the VIP ticket though which is always worth the money imo, tho the general admission line wasn't overly long from the looks of it.

Going back to the Fear for my 3rd year in a row and was slightly disappointed in that it was the same house as last year. Still love the 3D in the house, just wish they would change some things up.

Very well done haunted house! great characters,robotic creatures and yes, smells......
pandemonium was wierd and a real challange and we refused to give up! with my son leading we made it through in 19 minutes!
oh yea, snacks available...good funnel cake!
overall a great price/ event.
The only thing I would warn would be the wait. It didnt seem like the line was very long when we arrived at 745, but slow to let cars through,checking tickets. Also waited 2 hours in line once there. it seems they would let people in groups, so if you were a group of 2, only 2 would go in. Maybe if they lump a few groups together, like a minimum number, the line would move faster?
I am used to lines and waits, but this seemed to long for the amount of people in line.
I'm sure we will be back! Thanks Dr Scary (and roaming michael meyers)

Awesome haunted house. The sets were amazing and the actors there are extremely talented. Scares came from everywhere, High low, and all the spaces in between. I recommend this attraction to all of my friends and family. Go see them you won't be disappointed.

Very Detailed Rooms! Great Actors!! Great Haunt!!!

Thats All I Got to Say!!!