Friday, June 26, 2015

Skateland Rollersport: More than skating

               
The bouncy house was a winner
There are several things that come to mind when I think “Southern Illinois”: acres of rolling farmland, pork burgers, friendly faces, cowbells, and community to name a few.  But I am willing to bet my brother’s belt buckle that most people absolutely hate having to drive EVERYWHERE.  The nearest theater from my house is two towns away (about 28 miles).  Luckily for me and my family, there is a little gem of a family fun center within reasonable driving distance.  Skateland Rollersport is an oasis to the area’s amusement-starved desert.

Skateland isn’t just a roller rink.  It also offers a neat play zone, which is excellent for kids who love to climb, bounce, and slide.  What I like most about the play zone is that I can see my 2 year old at all times and get to her with relative ease.  This is something that I really appreciate.  Have you ever tried to pry your squalling child from a fast-food play place?  The struggle is real, people.





My daughter having a blast on the playzone.  When you
bring your child, have them wear something bright.
 


I love miniature golf, but I don’t so much love being outside in the heat.  Skateland also has a glo-light golf course.  It’s a mini golf course that glows in the dark!    Enough said.




The artwork around the mini golf course is phenomenal













              










In addition, Skateland also has a bouncy house.  What child does not love bouncy houses?


Sometimes you just have to have something fried.  If the fair isn’t in town, don’t fret: Skateland has fried oreos, twinkies, pickles, green beans and more.  (Seriously….the fried pickles).  Skateland’s snackbar is just plain amazing and reasonably priced.  There is nothing more liberating than letting your child loose while you sit and stuff your face.
I would have posted the whole thing.....but I ate it

Real love is letting your mom eat the other half of the fried twinkie


At the end of the day, family is what it's all about it.  We could all use some respite from our daily routine.  With good food and good fun, Skateland has a lot to offer families who crave something more. 

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