An Enchanted Forest Built on Imagination: Honoring Roger Tofte

An Enchanted Forest Built on Imagination: Honoring Roger Tofte

Honoring a Legacy Rooted in Imagination


Hello, everyone, and welcome to the Where In The Park Podcast. This is Amanda, and today, we will be exploring Enchanted Forest – a theme park in Turner, Oregon, near Salem (which is between Eugene and Portland). This park was created by Roger Tofte, whose imagination quite literally transformed a forested hillside into a storybook experience that families have been enjoying for generations. 

As partners with Enchanted Forest, and as people who really value the artistry and intention behind theme parks—especially independently built ones—we wanted to take some time to honor the life and legacy of Roger Tofte.




Roger passed away earlier this year, in February, and on May 12th, 2026, his Celebration of Life was held at the Oregon State Fairgrounds.

In this episode of our podcast, we will be exploring a little about his early upbringing and inspiration for the park, then dive into each area of the park and what makes Enchanted Forest so special.

Early Life and Influences

So, to really understand Enchanted Forest, we actually need to start with Roger himself.
To paraphrase the history page found on Enchanted Forest’s website:

Roger Tofte was born in Chippewa, Wisconsin, in 1930, and moved to Oregon when he was 5, where he would stay through high school. Roger served in the Navy during the Korean War, and afterward married Mavis Bjorke in 1954. After apprenticing at a jewelry store in Washington, he and Mavis moved back to Oregon (where he and Mavis first met), and Roger found a job as a draftsman for the Oregon State Highway Department.

In interviews with Travel Salem and Koaster Mania, Roger recounted that, in 1964, during a family car ride to Minnesota, they passed a number of themed amusement parks and said, “there wasn’t much to them.” Similarly, there wasn’t much to do back in Oregon at the time, and that’s when an idea started to take shape.

Building by Hand: Craftsmanship and Detail

Back in Oregon, Roger purchased approximately 20 acres of forested hillside near Turner, Oregon, right off Interstate 5, for $4,000 and $500 down. He began developing what would eventually become the Enchanted Forest we know today, though it was originally called Enchanted Hill as per concept art drawn by Roger himself.

And this is where his story really separates itself from most theme park origin stories.

There were no investors.
There was no corporate backing.
There was no team of Imagineers.
It was Roger… his family… and the land.

He, along with his wife Mavis and (by this point) 3 children, began clearing the hillside, pouring concrete, sculpting figures, and carving out pathways. Much of the work was done by hand, and mostly by Roger himself, often during evenings and weekends after work. Everyone thought Roger was crazy for such an ambitious idea, but eventually, some of Roger’s co-workers helped out, because there are just some jobs that require more than one person.



In addition to working at the State Highway Department, he also took on 2 side hustles as a watch repairman and commercial artist to help pay for materials for the park. 

Needless to say, this was not a short timeline. It took about seven years of consistently hard work before the park was ready to open.

Now, one thing that’s important to emphasize—and something that often gets lost when people first hear about Enchanted Forest—is just how much of it was physically built by Roger himself.

We’re talking about hand-sculpted and hand-painted figures, poured concrete and custom-built structures, hand-laid pavers, and themed environments. And because of that, the park has a very distinct feel. It’s not polished in the same way as larger corporate parks, but that’s actually part of its charm. You can see the craftsmanship. You can feel the individuality in each space.

And that’s something that’s becoming increasingly rare.

Opening Day

Finally, on Sunday, August 8th, 1971, Enchanted Forest officially opened to the public.
And from the very beginning, it offered something different.

Instead of focusing on rides as the primary experience, the park leaned into walk-through storytelling. Guests could move through fairy tale scenes, nursery rhymes, and themed environments that naturally encouraged guests to slow down and explore.

You’re not rushing to the next ride.
You’re not checking wait times.

You’re walking through an actual forest, looking around, and discovering new worlds around every winding path.



And in a lot of ways, that aligns perfectly with what we try to do with Where In The Park, right? —helping people stop and notice details that might otherwise be overlooked.
As I mentioned at the top of the show, we are proud partners with Enchanted Forest. Kevin and I have visited this park several times, but last year, we had the honor of doing so when the park was not accessible to the public to take updated photos for our games. Walking the park, just the two of us, with the only sounds in the park being our footsteps, the wind through the thick trees, and the staff meticulously maintaining the park… There was truly a magical aura around us. We know that you will feel that same presence when you visit, too, especially when you get the full experience of all that the park has to offer.



On that opening day in 1971, 75 people entered the park and felt that same magical experience. A local paper reported on it, and the next weekend, 1,000 people came. Word was spreading – so much so that by the end of the park’s second season, Roger quit his job to run the park full-time. Today, over 100,000 guests visit each season, which runs on the weekends between mid-March and the end of September, with daily operations during Spring Break, major holidays, and from mid-June until Labor Day.

Exploring Enchanted Forest

So, let’s actually step inside and take a look at what Roger and his family created… because this is where his vision really comes to life.
And much like the parks we often talk about on this show, Enchanted Forest isn’t just one continuous space—it’s made up of distinct areas, each with its own tone, style, and type of experience.

Over the years, Roger and his family continued to expand the park gradually, adding new areas and attractions as time went on, rather than building everything all at once. So, what you’re walking through today is actually the result of decades of ongoing development, not just that initial seven-year build.

Let’s walk through this Enchanted Forest together. 

Storybook Lane: Where It All Begins



As you enter the park gates, a sign gently guides you to start your adventure along the pathway on the left, towards a castle. Cross over the moat and through the castle to begin your journey through Storybook Lane. There’s more to this castle than meets the eye, though, as there are corridors to go through and even a dungeon downstairs! Be sure to look at the large framed mural titled "The Land of Enchantment”. This mural was painted by Roger Tofte and features the characters in poses similar to the ones you’ll encounter on your journey through the forest.

This land is filled with scenes and walk-through experiences inspired by classic fairy tales and nursery rhymes—such as Hansel and Gretel, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and other familiar stories that most guests will recognize right away.

Humpty Dumpty

Humpty Dumpty is one of the first characters you’ll meet on your journey. You can’t miss him – he’s a 6-foot-tall egg sitting on top of a wall with a huge grin. But he is not the original egg that was built in 1968. In July 2014, two men jumped over the pathway railing and tried to climb the wall. In doing so, the wall came down, sending poor Humpty down with it. The damage was unable to be repaired. So, in about a month and a half’s time, Roger had re-created it from scratch to become the egg you see today. On the wall below Humpty’s feet now reads the words:

Humpty Dumpty
Sat on a wall
Humpty Dumpty had a great fall
All the King’s horses and All the King’s men
Couldn’t put Humpty Dumpty together again… but
Roger Tofte did

So this egg definitely has a lot to smile about!

Alice & Snow White


Here in Storybook Lane, what stands out isn’t just the subject matter—it’s how it’s presented. These aren’t just displays you look at from a distance. They’re spaces you move through and can experience up close. As you walk up the forested hillside along winding paver walkways, you can go down the rabbit hole with Alice or venture through the Wonderland labyrinth, peer into the windows of houses from Hansel and Gretel or the Dwarves’ cottage from Snow White, or even go to the Dwarves’ mine to see them at work! 

The Crooked House & Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater

There is also a fun Crooked House, belonging to the crooked man with the crooked smile, of course. Here is where guests find themselves seemingly defying gravity with rooms at fun angles and perhaps a bit of mysterious storytelling that things aren’t always as they seem….



Further down the path is Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater, which was the first cement structure that Roger constructed in 1964.


Witch & Shoe Slides

There are also two slides in this area. One is just past the Seven Dwarves’ mine, and is in the shape of a huge 20-foot-tall witch’s head from the Fairy Tale. Guests enter the slide by walking into her mouth, seeing an animatronic witch with an apple and a cauldron brewing, and then sliding down to come out on the side of her hair that flows further up the hillside. This slide is a frequent photo spot for many visitors. The second slide is based on the Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe. Guests start near the arch of the shoe and climb their way to the top. There are then two slides side-by-side, so you can race down inside the shoe, through the toe, and down the hillside, not too far from the castle, where you started.


Fun fact – there is an archway between where you end at this slide and the castle. At the top of this archway is a carved crest that reads:

R
Tofte
1970

Given that the park opened in 1971, we’re assuming that 1970 was when the castle was completed.

And this is one of those moments where you can really see Roger’s approach to storytelling: it’s not just about scale—it’s about interaction and shared experiences. Many of these early displays and experiences were among the first things Roger built on the property, long before the park officially opened. So in a way, Storybook Lane isn’t just the beginning of the guest experience—it’s also the beginning of the park itself.

Tofteville Western Town

Just beyond the Shoe slide is Tofteville Western Town, which was the second area to be constructed in 1973.

Peek-Ins

This area builds on that frontier-style setting and introduces more interactive elements and attractions. Here, you’ll find a number of business facades. Some have peek-ins where you can see what’s happening at locations such as Pa Cruddy’s Laundry, the local jail, Fells Wargo Stage Coach Line, McGoon’s Saloon, the General Store, the local dentist, Dr. U.R. Hurtin, and much more.

BBQ, Fort Fearless, Wagon Opera House

There is also Ma and Pa’s BBQ restaurant, Fort Fearless, a shooting gallery, gold panning, power boats, and the Wagon Wheel Opera House museum and gift shop. The latter of which features a documentary of the park’s creation with interviews from Roger and his family. It’s a great behind-the-scenes look at the magical world you’re in and the hard work that went into creating it.

This area also features two large attractions: the Big Timber Log Ride and the Haunted House.

Big Timber Log Ride

The Big Timber Log Ride was opened in 1996 in partnership with E&F Miller Industries.

Quick side note about E&F Miller – they also created (among many other family-coasters) the Lucy’s Crabbie Cabbies and Great Pumpkin Coaster attractions at Carowinds, Kings Dominion, California’s Great America, and Kings Island.

The Big Timber Log Ride is a log flume that takes you on a journey through an old logging mill. Not only do you float along among the treetops, but there is also a section that is part roller coaster, followed by a 40-foot drop at the end! There is a great covered observation area at the end of that drop where you can watch guests get absolutely soaked! It’s quite entertaining!

Haunted House

The other main attraction here is the Haunted House, which was opened in 1974, and is located on the outskirts of Tofteville, just beyond the livery stables. Get ready to traverse up and down three stories as you venture from room to room, experiencing spooks and special effects around every corner!

Comedy Theatre and Kiddy Rides

Up the hill from the Haunted House is a fork in the road. To the right is the Big Timber Log Ride we were just talking about. 

Comedy Theatre

Directly ahead is the Comedy Theatre, which has been performing musical comedies since 1974, and features twists on classic fairy tales. They hold casting calls, so if you are in the area and are interested in participating in an upcoming performance, definitely check out their website – EnchantedForest.com, then go to the Employment section at the top and click on Theatre Auditions to apply. This year’s production is Pinocchio. The Director of the Theatre is Susan Vaslev, who is also one of Roger’s daughters. Susan has written, directed, and cast each production since the theatre’s creation.

Kiddy Rides


To the left of the Comedy Theatre is the Kiddy Rides area of the park, a space for younger guests to experience attractions designed just for them! There’s the Carousel with a variety of animals to choose from, the Kiddy Frog Hopper, the Up and Away Ferris Wheel, Speedway Bumper Cars, Kiddy Bumper Boats, and the Tiny Tune Train.

This train, by the way, is the cutest train you’ve ever seen. Built in 2007, it’s brightly colored and each car “bounces” along the track around hand-made sculptures from classic Fairy Tales as it plays music. It’s adorable!

This area is the highest part of the park, and is a cul-de-sac. We will now turn back around, walk past the Comedy Theatre and the Big Timber Log Ride, and head to our next area: The Old European Village.

 

The Old European Village

Ice Mountain Bobsled


The first attraction on the left is a huge mountain – home to the Ice Mountain Bobsled Roller Coaster. Built in 1983, the bobsleds became the park’s first ride, standing at 100 feet tall. It was originally more of an alpine slide, but it would be redesigned 2 years later by Ascot Design, improving ride capacity and replacing the track with a steel tubular track (like that of the Matterhorn at Disneyland). Guests sit in an enclosed bobsled train, with three cars per train, spending about 2.5 minutes riding along 1,600 feet of track, getting incredibly close to the mountainside, and zipping around the trees. We have personally been on this one, and it is quite the experience!

Challenge of Mondor


Across the walkway from the Ice Mountain is the Challenge of Mondor, which opened in 2006. This indoor, trackless dark ride, with blasters on the ride vehicles, was designed in collaboration with ETF Ride Systems and the Sally Corporation.

Quick side note about them – ETF Ride Systems was founded in 1999 and specializes in trackless attractions around the world. U.S.-based parkgoers familiar with the LEGO Factory Adventure at Legoland New York or Ghostwood Estate at Kennywood are familiar with their work. Sally Corporation was founded in 1977 and specializes in attractions and robotics. Many parks feature their rides like The Lost Kingdom Adventure at LEGOLAND California, Florida, and Malaysia, Boo Blasters on Boo Hill at Carowinds, Kings Dominion, and Kings Island, as well as the animated figures and plants for E.T. Adventure at Universal Studios Florida and previously at Universal Hollywood. However, they did not work on any of the animatronics found at Enchanted Forest. 

Back over at Enchanted Forest’s Challenge of Mondor, each vehicle seats 4, and together you’ll encounter Mondor the Wizard, who sends you on a challenging quest to free the Drumlins. But you must first battle the Creatures of the Dark, who lurk around every corner and are under the Evil King's control. This ride is awesome. Think Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, but the scenes are made by hand, and the vehicles are trackless. We were thoroughly impressed by the level of detail and sheer determination that a family park would have this type of interactive ride available.

We found in a PBS News segment that it took Roger and the team years to create the attraction, including sculpting the rock formations, hand-painting the murals, and creating each show scene. (It was 7 months daily, long hours, for Susan and Roger scrambling at the end to complete the interior artwork.) To add to the fun, at the end is a leaderboard to check your ranking. Medals are awarded for those hitting the daily high score and for all-time high score winners. How cool is that? We played and found we were nowhere near the high score, so we will definitely try again when we go back to the park. 

Around The Village

As you exit the attraction and continue down the winding path, you’ll enter an Old European Village, with buildings on either side of the path that invite you to come in and explore. Each of these buildings was hand-sculpted by Roger himself.

The Townspeople

As you enter the town, one of the first things you’ll notice is something that you might hear before you see. There are conversations happening above you – village townspeople at windows on both sides of the street, spreading the latest town gossip or bickering about running late.

Merlin’s magic shop & Long John’s Lookout

On the left side of the street, you’ll find Merlin’s Magic Shop. There, you can peer through a kaleidoscope and talk to a wizard in a cabinet, which, according to the sign above him, is Mondor. Next door is Long John’s Lookout, where you can get a close-up view of the roller coaster flying past you. 

Sir Newton's Gravity Factory & Pinocchio’s Playroom

On the other side of the street is Sir Newton’s Gravity Factory, where you’ll find a large ‘rolling ball structure’ or ‘marble machine’ displaying the effects of gravity and motion. Next door is Pinocchio’s Playroom, which takes you up to a set of stairs to a building that actually stretches from one side of the street to the other. Up there, you’ll find museum displays of puppetry from around the world and some fun interactive elements for guests of all ages to enjoy. As you climb back down, now on the other side of the street from where you started, you’ll find animatronics of Geppetto, Pinocchio, and the Blue Fairy.

Blackbird Bakery

Back outside, you’ll find Geppetto’s Shoppe (which is a large gift shop), as well as the Blackbird Bakery. The Bakery isn’t a bakery at all. In fact, it’s a show! Inside this small room, you’ll find four rows of benches in front of a large display window featuring a large pie with a fork in the middle. A large black bird is perched on the fork, singing the famous Sing a Song of Sixpence nursery rhyme. At the end of the song, “four and twenty” black birds pop up out of the pie to tweet and sing along!

For more personalized fun, be sure to check out The Best Little Facepainting Shoppe, where guests of all ages can select from a wide variety of designs to express themselves. The shoppe also features princess dresses, capes, and costumes.

The Jolly Roger Inn & Fantasy Fountains Water Show

Further down the street is the Jolly Roger Inn, where you can grab a bite to eat and see a show! The sign above the door reads:

Fantasy Fountains
7 min. water show
Starts every 8 minutes

As you enter through the door, you’re met with a curtain (to block out the light) and signs guiding you to either 1) go right to order food (where you’ll find pizza and snacks), or 2) go left to find seating for the free show!

This water show was created in 1988 and was originally slated to be a stage show. During the construction process, it was decided that a water-light show with dancing water, mesmerizing lighting effects, and original music would be a great use of this space. And we agree – it’s a fantastic show! Roger’s daughter, Susan, not only choreographed the show, but also composed and played the music!

Possibly Irish

While the Jolly Roger Inn never became a stage for live performances, there is a venue just across the street at the Gathering Hall. Here, you’ll find the home of the band Possibly Irish, specializing in traditional Irish and Celtic songs, and featuring original songs composed by Susan.

The band has been together since 2015, and consists of the following members:

  • Susan (Accordion, hammered dulcimer),
  • Timothy (Guitar),
  • Devin (Mandolin, bass, Bodhrán drum),
  • Delin (Irish whistle, small pipes),
  • Cadence (Bodhrán drum, accordion),
  • Elana (fiddle).

Possibly Irish has released five albums, and has a number of music videos and live performances that you can find over on their website – PossiblyIrish.com. Be sure to check them out, and if you’re in Oregon, definitely check their calendar page! Not only do they play multiple shows a week at Enchanted Forest, but they also tour around Oregon and along the West Coast! We have seen them a few times at the park, and they are amazing!

A Quick Recap

Before we move on, let’s pause for a quick recap of the timeline.

  • Roger bought the land and started working on Enchanted Forest in 1964. The first sculpture was Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater. 
  • The park opened 7 years later in 1971, with the completion of Storybook Lane.
  • 1973 saw Tofteville.
  • The Haunted House opened in 1974. The Comedy Theatre opened later that year.
  • The Ice Mountain Bobsled Roller Coaster was built in 1983.
  • The Old European Village and the Jolly Roger Water-Light Show in 1988, with the second phase of the Village in 1993, to include the animatronics.
  • The Big Timber Log Ride was opened in 1996.
  • Challenge of Mondor came in 2006.
  • Up at the Kiddy Rides area, the 2007 season opened with the Speedway Bumper Cars and the Tiny Tune Train.
  • Possibly Irish was formed in 2015.
  • And in 2017, the Carousel opened.

Coming Full Circle

As we continue along our journey past the Gathering Hall, where Possibly Irish has concluded another high-energy performance, we find ourselves heading toward a large archway. Before passing under it, be sure to look up to find the cornerstone with the Enchanted Forest logo and the year 1986. The path continues either up the hill, back toward Tofteville, or down the hill towards a quaint village, with houses providing a covered seating area, and eateries such as the Ice Cream Parlor, Gretel’s Grill, and Mary’s Coffee Cottage, the gift shop, and the park’s main entrance.

Devastation and A Sense of Community

Now, I’ve mentioned “the winding paths” a number of times in this episode, and the reason for that is really important. That’s because the paths in most areas around the park are made of brick pavers, many of which have been personalized. In 2020, the theme park industry as a whole was hit hard by the pandemic, but this time brought a series of devastating events for Enchanted Forest. Of course, they had to shut down completely at the beginning of COVID, then, as restrictions eased, they were allowed to slowly increase their occupancy of 250 park-wide (including staff) during a time when attendance would normally be at its peak for the season.

Then, in September 2020, Oregon was hit with “the most destructive fire season on record”, burning more than 1 million acres. Enchanted Forest was not too far from several large fires, including the Beachie Creek Fire, which combined with several others to become the Santiam Fire, taking nearly 4 months to completely contain. The park suffered severe smoke damage, and the staff raced to save what they could in case the fire got closer. The fire claimed the lives of 5 people, two of whom were family members of the Tofte family – Roger’s 13-year-old great-grandson, Wyatt, and Wyatt’s grandmother, Peggy. Wyatt’s mother was badly burned, but thankfully survived.

A few months later, in February 2021, an ice storm rocked Oregon, causing major damage as trees blocked walkways and toppled over structures and attractions. This was not the first time ice storms had caused destruction, but it was especially hard after the challenges of the past year.

Enchanted Forest, which had been debt-free before COVID, now needed serious financial help to restore the park and open successfully. A GoFundMe was set up, and over 7,500 people donated more than $466,000. Original art drawn by Roger and memorabilia were auctioned off, and sales increased in their online store.

Over 400 people also participated in the first run of their “Buy A Brick” program, where you can buy a personalized brick to help give back to the park while leaving a legacy. You can still purchase a brick on their website – EnchantedForest.com, then go to “Shopping” across the top and click on “Buy a Brick”. These bricks are created and placed in batches, and you can track your batch at every step of the process! You can find our Where In The Park brick not too far from the Challenge of Mondor in the Old European Village, between Merlin’s Magic Shop and Sir Newton’s Gravity Factory. When you find our brick, be sure to take a photo and tag us @WhereInThePark!

With all of the support from the community, Enchanted Forest was able to start the rebuild process and reopen in June 2021. It is a testament of the lasting impact that the park has had on the community for generations. 

A Family-Run Park

Another key part of the story is that Enchanted Forest didn’t transition into something else over time. It has remained a family-operated park. Since the beginning, the Tofte family has continued to run and maintain the park, preserving not just the physical space but the original intent behind it. 

As of this recording, four generations of the family have worked at Enchanted Forest in some capacity:

  • Roger (of course), and his wife, Mavis
  • Roger’s father-in-law and brother-in-law helped with construction projects.
  • Roger’s son, Ken, built the animatronics found throughout the park
  • Roger’s daughters, Susan and Mary, are co-managers and overlap duties covering park operations. Additionally,
    • Susan oversees park operations, live entertainment, and
    • Mary oversees accounting and food service areas
  • Susan’s son, Derek, is head of ride and attraction maintenance
  • Mary’s son Tim works in accounting and animatronics, and his wife Ashley is a ride operator manager and handles all social media.
  • Grandkids are starting to come of age and working in the park, learning the park from the ground up.

And in an industry where properties are often sold, expanded, or rebranded, that kind of continuity is pretty significant. Keeping it in the family is one of the park’s core values, and it shows.

A Legacy That Continues

One of the most meaningful aspects of Roger’s work is that it didn’t end with the park’s opening.

It continues.

Enchanted Forest opened for its 2026 season on Saturday, March 21st, continuing a tradition that has now lasted for 55 years as of this August.

Families who visited as children are now bringing their own kids—and even grandkids—back to the park.

And that kind of generational connection doesn’t happen by accident.

Closing the Story: Roger’s Passing

And that brings us to the present.

As mentioned at the top of the show, on February 13, 2026, Roger Tofte passed away at the age of 96.

The community came together on Tuesday, May 12th for a Celebration of Life in his honor. This free event was held at The Pavilion at the Oregon State Fairgrounds and brought together family, friends, and those whose lives were moved by both Roger and the park he created. Per the Salem Reporter about the evening: “Never-before-seen footage from Enchanted Forest (was shared, along with) stories and memories from members of the Tofte family, and (a) look back through many photos and moments that capture the spirit of Roger and the place he loved so much.” Guests were also encouraged to bring their own photos to share on photo walls.

During the writing of this episode, Susan posted on Possibly Irish’s Facebook page that they wrapped up shooting a new video for their new song, “Roger’s Castle”. The song and video were shared at the Celebration of Life for everyone to hear before they are officially released to the public. In response to my comment on that Facebook post, Susan shared:

“I wrote the song about my father for our band after we came through Covid, family deaths in the Beachie Creek Fire, and the damage of the Ice storm that followed. The song is a lot about his perseverance. After my father passed away in February, it felt like the right time to finish the song remembering my father.”

I can’t think of a more fitting way than to hear Susan’s own words and the music and emotion from Possibly Irish… to not only honor him but to also thank the community for their support over the years.

Definitely let us know if you attended the event! Be sure to check out Enchanted Forest’s social pages for photos and videos from the evening. 

But just think – what a legacy Roger has created.

A place that continues to create memories for generations of families.
A space that invites exploration.
And a reminder that something meaningful can begin with a single idea—and the willingness to follow through on it.

Right up to his passing, Roger had plans to create new attractions and tell stories in new ways. In our research, we ran across an article in the Oregon Encyclopedia that has a great quote from Roger:

"We want to offer our visitors something unique with lots of variety. We strive to be the hidden gem that people discover as their own special place.”

Final Reflection

And in an industry that is plagued with corporate mergers, huge roller coasters, and million-dollar advertising, Roger Tofte’s life and legacy remind us of something beautifully simple: build with heart. Tell stories. Create places that matter to families.

To Susan, Mary, Lori, and the entire Tofte and Enchanted Forest family, we extend our deepest condolences and our sincere gratitude. Thank you for sharing Roger’s dream with generations of guests and making his passion your legacy.

And to our listeners — if you find yourself in Oregon this season, which runs from late March through September, be sure to visit Enchanted Forest. Walk the paths. Notice the craftsmanship and the details. Take your time. And pause for a moment to appreciate the man who believed that a forest could hold magic – because it truly does.

Speaking of noticing the details… as you know, Where In The Park creates self-paced seek-&-find games to play at theme parks. Since November 2022, our games for Enchanted Forest have been sold exclusively at the park, and that partnership is something we don’t take lightly.

We currently have two Mini Game options – which are called Quests – and there are several versions: Quest A and Quest B (and soon, Quest C)! Each game has 8 images that highlight the details in each area of the park. You can find these games on Enchanted Forest’s website, at the front ticket booth, and in the main gift shop at the front of the park.

Because when you look at what Roger built, it aligns so closely with what we believe theme park experiences should be.

It’s about discovering new worlds.
It’s about slowing down.
It’s about noticing details.
And it’s about spending time with family and friends in new ways.

Enchanted Forest naturally encourages all of those things.

Special shout-out to Susan and Mary for your support in ensuring the accuracy of this episode! 
And to you, our fellow listeners, if you have enjoyed this episode, we’d love for you to share it with someone who has memories of Enchanted Forest or who believes in supporting family-owned parks. 

If you’d like to share any photos or memories of your adventures at Enchanted Forest, you’re invited to share them with our private Facebook group, Where In The Park Explorers.
Until next time, keep exploring, keep noticing the details… and we’ll see you somewhere in the park.

 

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