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I wrote Six Flags Over Texas about what the heck I could eat at their park, and at least they got back to me fast. Here's the response I was sent:

Dear Chelsea,

Thank you for your letter. I wanted to let you know that

we have several options for you. First, I would like to say I am sorry

you were diagnosed with Celiac disease, I know how very hard that must

be for you...my doctors tested me for the disease as well, but found

that I had Diabetes. To accommodate your needs, there are several

options. As a park rule, we do not allow food or drink into the park

(you can bring bottled water). We do have a lot of guests pack a

cooler, leave it in their car, get their hand stamped for re-entry, and

have lunch at our picnic area in the parking lot. This is a very

popular thing, and our picnic area is nice! It isn't far from the front

gate, and our trams can take you to and from your car.

If you have medical information with you, we will allow you to bring in

a sack lunch (no cooler) for the day. But, honestly...it is a bit of

hassle. Our park is offering a heathier variety of food this season,

and you may find something you like here. I hope this helps...please

write back and let me know if you have any questions. We hope your

visit to Six Flags Over Texas is a memorable one! Good luck to you, and

have fun!

Sincerely, Micah Baker

Thanks, Captain McVague! I guess I'll email back and ask him for specifics? And I'd have to pack the cooler with dry ice, it's like 112 in the summer in Arlington! My wimpy ice packs can't take that!

Any suggestions on what to ask him further? I'll post responses here to share the "wealth" of information!


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Thanks, Captain McVague! I guess I'll email back and ask him for specifics? And I'd have to pack the cooler with dry ice, it's like 112 in the summer in Arlington! My wimpy ice packs can't take that!

:lol: :lol: :lol:

BUT we got this:

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For when we travel. It just easier, and cheaper. We did not pay that much, got it for about $50 when it was on sale, but its worth alot more then that for all the money we saved in buy junk food where ever we stop. This plus a supply of non-cold foods got us through our last couple cross country trips.

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