AK - post what you know about attractions here

[SueM in MN]

This thread will be about Animal Kingdom.

We are trying to get as much info about rides/attractions so that we can make a helpful guidebook about the AK attractions.

These are the questions we are hoping to be able to answer. It's a long list and if each person can add a few pieces, we will have a lot more information than we have now - so don't feel like you have to answer every question by yourself
Please post whatever information about AK you can add on this thread.
Please only post park information here. If you want to discuss the idea of making a guidebook, Click here to get to the MASTER INDEX THREAD that gives information about the idea.http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=21012175#post21012175

On another thread, people had the good idea of copying the questions and responding to them.
I have one request though. To make it easier to go thru and compile information, I would like people to delete any of the questions not being answered or those that you would answer "I don't know".

That will make it much easier to pull the information out later.

Thanks.

Disney Ride Questionnaire

Information about you (or the person you assisted)

1. What type of needs for accomodation did you have?
2. Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?
3. If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
4. Did you use assistive listening devices, captioning, interpretation, etc.

Approach to the Ride

1. Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill?
2. Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location?
3. Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance?
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line?
5. Is it possible to view a ride vehicle before getting into the queue?
6. Any other information?

The Queue

1. Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride?
2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not?
3. Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem?
4. How wide is the queue (approximation)?
5. Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue?
6. Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue?
7. Is the queue uphill or downhill?
8. Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
9. About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)?
10. Is the queue area noisy?
11. Is the queue dark or bright?
12. Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue?
13. Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc).

The Preshow:

1. Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area?
2. Where is the preshow located? (on TVs overhead? in front of you?)
3. Is the preshow captioned or otherwise accessible for people with hearing disabilities?
4. Is it accessible to people using wheelchair/scooters, or do you bypass it?
5. Where are wheelchairs/ECVs parked during the preshow and can you see from there?
6. Is there any seating in the preshow area? if so, what is it like?
7. How long is the pre-show?
8. How crowded is the preshow area (such as, do they keep telling people to go all the way to the front?)
9. Is the preshow and/or boarding area dark, bright? noisy? any other information to share?

The Ride Vehicle and Boarding:

1. Can you see the boarding area before actually getting on (to help with planning)?
2. How many people can sit per row/ride vehicle?
3. Did you have to sit with any people not in your party?
4. Did you use the regular boarding area or another boarding area?
5. If you board at the exit, were people getting off in your path to get on?
6. Is there a moving walkway? About how wide is it?
7. Was the moving walkway slowed or stopped for you? Did you have to ask for this? Did you feel the speed was appropriate for you?
8. Did you have a limited time period to board? If so, aproximately how long did you have to get on? Did you feel like it was enough time?
9. How do you get into the vehicle? (Examples would be stepping down into a boat like POTC; step up into a ride vehicle such as Mission:Space; or across to a seat/bench?
   How far down, up or across do you have to maneuver?
10. How stable is the ride vehicle while boarding? Are there any bars or supports or parts of the ride car you could grab when transferring?
11. Is there a particular seat or row that is best to transfer to? Why did you think that row/seat was better (more room, better ability to grab something, etc?)
12. Was there a specific ride vehicle that was made for easier transfers?
13. How much back/head/neck support is there? Is there any trunk support?
14. Can you reach other members of your party while riding? (hold hands, support, etc)
15. Does the ride have an restraint? What type? Does it touch you? Do you have to fasten and unfasten the restraint yourself?
16. Is it possible for someone to help you get in and out of the vehicle?
    If someone helped transfer, what type of transfer was done (sliding board, stand and pivot, lift, etc.)?
17. If you had a wheelchair or ECV where was it during the transfer?
18. What side do you enter the vehicle from? Do you exit from this same side?
19. Where was your wheelchair, ECV, cane, etc while you were on the ride? Was it brought back to you at the exit?
    
20. Did you use a wheelchair accessible ride vehicle? How do you enter this vehicle? How well did your wheelchair fit?
    How much of an extra wait did you have for this vehicle?
    How many wheelchairs can fit in one vehicle? Is there room for someone to accompany the wheelchair user?
    Where did they sit and how close are they to the wheelchair user? Could more than one person sit there?

Theatres:

1. How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there?
2. Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded?
3. If it is an individual seat, do you have to fold down the seat first?
4. Do the bench seats have backs?
5. Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre?
6. Where does the rest of your party sit?
7. Any other information?

The Exit:

1. What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun?
2. Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking?
3. Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat?

 

[KPeveler]

Here are the list of attractions for AK.

Animal Kingdom Attractions

THE OASIS
• Place of Transition Part I
• Place of Transition Part II

DISCOVERY ISLAND
• The Tree of Life
• It's Tough to be a Bug
• Discovery Island Trails

CAMP MINNIE-MICKEY
• Festival of the Lion King
• Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends
• Character Greeting Trails

AFRICA
• Kilimanjaro Safaris
• Pangani Forest Exploration Trail

RAFIKI'S PLANET WATCH
• The Affection Section
• The Wildlife Express Train

ASIA
• Expedition EVEREST
• Flights of Wonder
• Kali River Rapids
• Maharajah Jungle Trek

DINOLAND U.S.A.
• Dinosaur
• The Boneyard
• Primeval Whirl
• Triceratop Spin
• Finding Nemo Musical

 

[eternaldisneyfan]

It's Tough to Be a Bug

Information about you (or the person you assisted)
1. What type of needs for accomodation did you have?

4 people

Me (Christamae): Severe Muscular Dystrophy: heat and sun sensitivity, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, no balance, orthopedic problems, feeding tube, trach, and vent. Breathing treatments, medication, and specialized gtube formula needed throughout the day.

Sister (Danielle): Moderately severe Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, very limited balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing.

Mom (Christine) Mild/moderate Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, generalized muscle weakness, impaired balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing. Can walk short distances on smooth, level surface.

Grandma (June): severe arthritis, heart bypass, diabetic, wet macular degeneration (legally blind in one eye), impaired hearing. Normally walks on regular outings but uses a wheelchair at extended outings ie zoo, Muir Woods, etc

2. Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?

Me: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom foot plates, and midline control and homemade vent tray, Flexiflo feeding pump, Mic-Key GJ tube, Bivona trach, Newport HT50 Ventilator

Danielle: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom tray, and midline control

Mom: standard Invacare electric wheelchair

Grandma: rented ECV from Randy’s

3. If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
Me: 44-46 inches
Danielle: 42-44 inches
Mom: 38-40 inches


Approach to the Ride
1. Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill? No
2. Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location? Yes and No
3. Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance?
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line? Yes, a long way away
5. Is it possible to view a ride vehicle before getting into the queue? No
6. Any other information? You must pick up the bug eyes yourself or have a member of your party assist you

The Queue
1. Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride? Have used Exit, Standby, and FP
2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not? Mostly in shaded cave like area
3. Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem? A little dark
4. How wide is the queue (approximation)? A little wider than a standard electric wheelchair
5.Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue? No
6. Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue? Yes, gate for wheelchairs
7. Is the queue uphill or downhill? No
8.Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough? Fairly rough
9.About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)? Very long
10.Is the queue area noisy? Yes-echoes, and singing bugs
11.Is the queue dark or bright? Dark
12.Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue?
13. Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc). Very interesting carvings, can be stuffy

The Preshow:
1. Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area? Waiting area
2. Where is the preshow located? (on TVs overhead? in front of you?)
3. Is the preshow captioned or otherwise accessible for people with hearing disabilities?
4. Is it accessible to people using wheelchair/scooters, or do you bypass it?
5. Where are wheelchairs/ECVs parked during the preshow and can you see from there?
6. Is there any seating in the preshow area? if so, what is it like? No
7. How long is the pre-show?
8. How crowded is the preshow area (such as, do they keep telling people to go all the way to the front?) They keep telling everyone to move in, get closer, etc. The wheelchair/ ECV area is pretty packed
9. Is the preshow and/or boarding area dark, bright? noisy? any other information to share? There are bees singing, talking echoes

Theatres:
1. How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there? I think there are 8 or 10 seats
2. Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded? Benches
3. If it is an individual seat, do you have to fold down the seat first?
4. Do the bench seats have backs? Yes
5. Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre? Back
6. Where does the rest of your party sit? Wheelchairs had to split up, Dad sat with me
7. Any other information? It is harder to see because all the benches are on the same level. Wheelchair users have to either walk the long queue or use a wheelchair spot. You can transfer but the wheelchair spot is still taken. The show has frightening effects, sensory effects, loud noises, darkness, and strong smells.
The Exit:
1. What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun? Outside, briefly shaded then the sun
2. Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking?
3. Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat? Flat briefly, then downhill

 

[eternaldisneyfan]

Kilimanjaro Safaris

Information about you (or the person you assisted)
1. What type of needs for accomodation did you have?

4 people

Me (Christamae): Severe Muscular Dystrophy: heat and sun sensitivity, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, no balance, orthopedic problems, feeding tube, trach, and vent. Breathing treatments, medication, and specialized gtube formula needed throughout the day.

Sister (Danielle): Moderately severe Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, very limited balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing.

Mom (Christine) Mild/moderate Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, generalized muscle weakness, impaired balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing. Can walk short distances on smooth, level surface.

Grandma (June): severe arthritis, heart bypass, diabetic, wet macular degeneration (legally blind in one eye), impaired hearing. Normally walks on regular outings but uses a wheelchair at extended outings ie zoo, Muir Woods, etc

2. Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?

Me: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom foot plates, and midline control and homemade vent tray, Flexiflo feeding pump, Mic-Key GJ tube, Bivona trach, Newport HT50 Ventilator

Danielle: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom tray, and midline control

Mom: standard Invacare electric wheelchair

Grandma: rented ECV from Randy’s

3. If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
Me: 44-46 inches
Danielle: 42-44 inches
Mom: 38-40 inches

Approach to the Ride
1. Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill? No
2. Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location? No
3. Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance? Yes
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line? Yes, a long way away
5. Is it possible to view a ride vehicle before getting into the queue? No
6. Any other information?

The Queue
1. Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride? Fastpass
2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not? Mostly in the sun with some areas of shade
3. Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem? No
4. How wide is the queue (approximation)? Almost wide enough for 3 wheelchairs, two fit easy
5.Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue? Kinda
6. Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue? No
7. Is the queue uphill or downhill? No
8.Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
9.About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)? Very long
10.Is the queue area noisy? Not really
11.Is the queue dark or bright?
12.Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue? Yes
13. Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc).

The Preshow:
1. Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area? There are TV monitors in some areas
2. Where is the preshow located? (on TVs overhead? in front of you?) TV overhead
3. Is the preshow captioned or otherwise accessible for people with hearing disabilities? Some are captioned
4. Is it accessible to people using wheelchair/scooters, or do you bypass it? Accessible

The Ride Vehicle and Boarding:
1. Can you see the boarding area before actually getting on (to help with planning)? No
2. How many people can sit per row/ride vehicle? Varies
3. Did you have to sit with any people not in your party? Used wheelchair spot, it's likely you would
4. Did you use the regular boarding area or another boarding area? There is a separate boarding area
5. If you board at the exit, were people getting off in your path to get on? Yes
6. Is there a moving walkway? About how wide is it? No
9. How do you get into the vehicle? Regular vehicle-step over a 6 inch gap. Wheelchair vehicle-if you can transfer, you can walk across the platform. Or use the wheelchair space, larger chairs may need to back in
How far down, up or across do you have to maneuver?
10. How stable is the ride vehicle while boarding? Are there any bars or supports or parts of the ride car you could grab when transferring? Stationary, could grab the back of the bench in front of you.
11. Is there a particular seat or row that is best to transfer to? Why did you think that row/seat was better (more room, better ability to grab something, etc?)
12. Was there a specific ride vehicle that was made for easier transfers? The wheelchair accessible vehicle so you don't have to step over or can ride in your chair
13. How much back/head/neck support is there? Is there any trunk support? A back to the bench, very little support. If you sit on the inside edge you can lean/grasp the side
14. Can you reach other members of your party while riding? (hold hands, support, etc) Yes, even ride on laps
15. Does the ride have an restraint? What type? Does it touch you? Do you have to fasten and unfasten the restraint yourself? No
18. What side do you enter the vehicle from? Do you exit from this same side? Right side of the vehicle, yes
19. Where was your wheelchair, ECV, cane, etc while you were on the ride? Was it brought back to you at the exit? Left in boarding area (Grandma)
20. Did you use a wheelchair accessible ride vehicle? How do you enter this vehicle? How well did your wheelchair fit? Yes (me, Danielle, and Mom), backed in, tight fit for me, okay for Mom
How much of an extra wait did you have for this vehicle? Each wheelchair vehicle is approximately 10-15 minutes from the last. There are at least two wheelchair vehicles. The wait greatly varies depending on how many wheelchair users are waiting for the wheelchair car. For our family where three people used the wheelchair car it was about 40 minutes to ride and 10-15 waiting for a car.
How many wheelchairs can fit in one vehicle? Is there room for someone to accompany the wheelchair user? One. There is a short bench next to the wheelchair user
Where did they sit and how close are they to the wheelchair user? Could more than one person sit there? Average sized adults-two

The Exit:
1. What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun? Outside, in the sun
2. Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking? Exit to the wheelchair area, stroller parking a ways away
3. Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat? Flat

This ride is very bumpy and rough

 

[eternaldisneyfan]

Flights of Wonder

Information about you (or the person you assisted)
1. What type of needs for accomodation did you have?

4 people

Me (Christamae): Severe Muscular Dystrophy: heat and sun sensitivity, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, no balance, orthopedic problems, feeding tube, trach, and vent. Breathing treatments, medication, and specialized gtube formula needed throughout the day.

Sister (Danielle): Moderately severe Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, very limited balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing.

Mom (Christine) Mild/moderate Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, generalized muscle weakness, impaired balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing. Can walk short distances on smooth, level surface.

Grandma (June): severe arthritis, heart bypass, diabetic,wet macular degeneration (legally blind in one eye), impaired hearing. Normally walks on regular outings but uses a wheelchair at extended outings ie zoo, Muir Woods, etc

2. Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?

Me: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom foot plates, and midline control and homemade vent tray, Flexiflo feeding pump, Mic-Key GJ tube, Bivona trach, Newport HT50 Ventilator

Danielle: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom tray, and midline control

Mom: standard Invacare electric wheelchair

Grandma: rented ECV from Randy’s

3. If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
Me: 44-46 inches
Danielle: 42-44 inches
Mom: 38-40 inches

Approach to the Ride
1. Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill?
2. Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location? No
3. Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance?No
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line? Close
5. Is it possible to view a ride vehicle before getting into the queue?
6. Any other information?

The Queue
1. Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride? Regular
2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not? Many shady spots and big misty fans
3. Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem? No
4. How wide is the queue (approximation)? Almost wide enough for 4 wheelchairs, two fit easy
5.Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue? No
6. Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue? Yes, gate for wheelchairs
7. Is the queue uphill or downhill? No
8.Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
9.About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)? Short and wide
10.Is the queue area noisy? Not really
11.Is the queue dark or bright? No
12.Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue? Everyone is in a wide area-not a real specific line
13. Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc).

The Preshow:
1. Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area? Waiting Area

Theatres:
1. How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there? I think there are 9 or 12 seats-front and back available
2. Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded? Benches
3. If it is an individual seat, do you have to fold down the seat first?
4. Do the bench seats have backs? Yes
5. Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre? Rear
6. Where does the rest of your party sit? Danielle sat in the wheelchair spot next to me, the others had to split up, Dad sat with me
7. Any other information? The birds come very close. The theatre is outside

The Exit:
1. What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun? Outside, in the sun
2. Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking? Opposite side
3. Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat? Flat

 

[eternaldisneyfan]

Festival of the Lion King

Information about you (or the person you assisted)
1. What type of needs for accomodation did you have?

4 people

Me (Christamae): Severe Muscular Dystrophy: heat and sun sensitivity, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, no balance, orthopedic problems, feeding tube, trach, and vent. Breathing treatments, medication, and specialized gtube formula needed throughout the day.

Sister (Danielle): Moderately severe Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, very limited balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing.

Mom (Christine) Mild/moderate Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, generalized muscle weakness, impaired balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing. Can walk short distances on smooth, level surface.

Grandma (June): severe arthritis, heart bypass, diabetic, wet macular degeneration (legally blind in one eye), impaired hearing. Normally walks on regular outings but uses a wheelchair at extended outings ie zoo, Muir Woods, etc

2. Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?

Me: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom foot plates, and midline control and homemade vent tray, Flexiflo feeding pump, Mic-Key GJ tube, Bivona trach, Newport HT50 Ventilator

Danielle: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom tray, and midline control

Mom: standard Invacare electric wheelchair

Grandma: rented ECV from Randy’s

3. If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
Me: 44-46 inches
Danielle: 42-44 inches
Mom: 38-40 inches

Approach to the Ride
1. Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill?
2. Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location? Yes
3. Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance?Yes
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line? Moderate distance
5. Is it possible to view a ride vehicle before getting into the queue? No
6. Any other information? Limited seating, you are sat first, specific times for ASL shows

The Queue
1. Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride? Regular
2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not? Outside, mostly in the sun, big misty fans
3. Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem? No
4. How wide is the queue (approximation)? Almost wide enough for 3 wheelchairs, two fit easy
5.Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue? No
6. Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue? Yes, gate for wheelchairs
7. Is the queue uphill or downhill? No
8.Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
9.About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)? Short and wide
10.Is the queue area noisy? Not really
11.Is the queue dark or bright? No
12.Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue? Everyone is in a wide area-not a real specific line
13. Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc).

The Preshow:
1. Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area? Waiting Area

Theatres:
1. How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there? I think there are 12 or 16 seats
2. Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded? Benches-bleachers
3. If it is an individual seat, do you have to fold down the seat first?
4. Do the bench seats have backs? No
5. Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre? Front
6. Where does the rest of your party sit? Two wheelchairs next to each other in two different sections, Dad sat with me
7. Any other information? The show is very close, bright, interactive, and a bit loud.

The Exit:
1. What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun? Outside, in the sun
2. Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking? Opposite side
3. Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat?

 

[eternaldisneyfan]

Pocahontas and Her Forest Friends

Information about you (or the person you assisted)
1. What type of needs for accomodation did you have?

4 people

Me (Christamae): Severe Muscular Dystrophy: heat and sun sensitivity, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, no balance, orthopedic problems, feeding tube, trach, and vent. Breathing treatments, medication, and specialized gtube formula needed throughout the day.

Sister (Danielle): Moderately severe Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, pain issues, severe generalized muscle weakness, very limited balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing.

Mom (Christine) Mild/moderate Muscular Dystrophy, fatigue issues, generalized muscle weakness, impaired balance, orthopedic problems, impaired breathing. Can walk short distances on smooth, level surface.

Grandma (June): severe arthritis, heart bypass, diabetic, wet macular degeneration (legally blind in one eye), impaired hearing. Normally walks on regular outings but uses a wheelchair at extended outings ie zoo, Muir Woods, etc

2. Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?

Me: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom foot plates, and midline control and homemade vent tray, Flexiflo feeding pump, Mic-Key GJ tube, Bivona trach, Newport HT50 Ventilator

Danielle: customized Invacare electric wheelchair with head rest, many supports, custom tray, and midline control

Mom: standard Invacare electric wheelchair

Grandma: rented ECV from Randy’s

3. If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
Me: 44-46 inches
Danielle: 42-44 inches
Mom: 38-40 inches

Approach to the Ride
1. Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill? No
2. Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location? No
3. Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance? No
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line?
5. Is it possible to view a ride vehicle before getting into the queue? No
6. Any other information?

The Queue
1. Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride? Regular
2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not? Outside, mostly in the sun, big misty fans
3. Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem? No
4. How wide is the queue (approximation)? Almost wide enough for two wheelchairs
5.Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue? Kinda
6. Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue?
7. Is the queue uphill or downhill? No
8.Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
9.About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)? Moderately short
10.Is the queue area noisy? Not really
11.Is the queue dark or bright? No
12.Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue? Yes
13. Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc).

The Preshow:
1. Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area? Waiting Area

Theatres:
1. How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there?
2. Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded? Benches
3. If it is an individual seat, do you have to fold down the seat first?
4. Do the bench seats have backs? No
5. Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre? Rear
6. Where does the rest of your party sit? Two wheelchairs next to each other in two different sections, Dad sat with me
7. Any other information? The seats are pretty bad. They are the only seats that aren't under the awning. The row in front of you is directly in front of you and on the same level. There are a few seats in the front but those are designated for kids 10 and under. The theatre is outside

The Exit:
1. What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun? Outside, in the sun
2. Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking?
3. Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat?

 

[Talking Hands]

POCAHANTAS

Disney Ride Questionnaire



Information about you (or the person you assisted)
What type of needs for accomodation did you have?
Self: Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, Hearing loss, Neurofibromatosis, Diabetic Neuropathy, Short stature

Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?
I use a Jazzy 1103 (Mini version of the Jazzy)

If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
Size is comparible to a manual wheelchair

Did you use assistive listening devices, captioning, interpretation, etc.
used interpreting, available at the first show on Saturday but get schedule for interpreters from Guest Services as it can change

Approach to the Ride
Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill?
NO

Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location?
NO

Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance?
NO

Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line?
outside the ride. fairly short walk

The Queue
Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride?
regular entrance for all

Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not?
outside, somewhat shaded

How wide is the queue (approximation)?
size of a good sized sidewalk.

Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue?
NO

Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue?
NO

Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
outside, rough surface

Is the queue area noisy?
NO

Is the queue dark or bright
nether

Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue?
Yes

Theatres:
How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there?
can seat about a dozen

Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded?
unpadded bench, special area up front for children under 10

Do the bench seats have backs?
NO

Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre?
Most wheelchair and ecv seating is in back but there is a shorter bench on each side in the front so a person can sit in front. CM usually will sit you in back unless you are also using interpreting

Where does the rest of your party sit?
With you.

Any other information?
If you are using interpreting and a wheelchair you will need to inform the castmember you need to be seated in the left front section (or whereever the schedule indicates) They forget about the interpreters frequently as it is only 1 show per week.

The Exit:
What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun?
exit back into the paths in Camp Mickey-Minnie Somewhat shaded

Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking?
Fairly close to entrance and to strollers

Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat?
If you are seated in front it is uphill due to the slight slope of the theatre

 

[Talking Hands]

FESTIVAL OF THE LION KING
Disney Ride Questionnaire

Information about you (or the person you assisted)
What type of needs for accomodation did you have?
Fibromyalgia, diabetes with some neuropathy, osteoarthritis, neurofibromatosis, degenerative disc disease, hearing loss
Were you using any assistive device, such as a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, ECV, walker, special needs stroller, etc?
Jazzy 1103, cane if I transfer to seat and a pillow
If so, how large (approximate) is your device?
comparable to a manual wheelchair
Did you use assistive listening devices, captioning, interpretation, etc.
interpreting, have aids but do not use them in the parks

Approach to the Ride
Is the approach to the building/attraction uphill?
no
Is there a handicapped entrance in a different location?
no, but there is a separate line area
Do you need to go to a special area/use an elevator to access the ride entrance?
no
Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line?
to the right of the entrance



The Queue
Did you use the regular entrance, Fastpass or Exit to get to the ride?
same entrance area for all
Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not?
outside, somewhat shaded with mist fans
Did you have any problems with navigating the queue? What type of problem?
none at all
How wide is the queue (approximation)?
separate line for wheelchairs is wide enough for the wheelchair and a companion
Are there sharp turns/U-turns in the queue?
no
Are there turnstiles anywhere in the queue?
yes, gate for wheelchairs
Is it indoors (very smooth surface) or is the surface rough?
queue is outside
About how long is the queue (distance, not wait time)?
moderately long
Is the queue area noisy?
can be
Is the queue dark or bright?
neither
Does the queue wind around so that your area of the queue is close to other parts of the queue?
handicapped line is separated by a rope from generalline. You need to watch for children swinging under the rope
Anything else about the queue that you want to mention? (Scary, Claustrophobic, etc).

The Preshow:
Is there any preshow or is it just a waiting area?no preshow
Where is the preshow located? (on TVs overhead? in front of you?)
Is the preshow captioned or otherwise accessible for people with hearing disabilities?
Is it accessible to people using wheelchair/scooters, or do you bypass it?
Where are wheelchairs/ECVs parked during the preshow and can you see from there?
Is there any seating in the preshow area? if so, what is it like?
How long is the pre-show?
How crowded is the preshow area (such as, do they keep telling people to go all the way to the front?)
Is the preshow and/or boarding area dark, bright? noisy? any other information to share?

The Ride Vehicle and Boarding:show
Can you see the boarding area before actually getting on (to help with planning)?
How many people can sit per row/ride vehicle?
Did you have to sit with any people not in your party?
Did you use the regular boarding area or another boarding area?
If you board at the exit, were people getting off in your path to get on?
Is there a moving walkway? About how wide is it?
Was the moving walkway slowed or stopped for you? Did you have to ask for this? Did you feel the speed was appropriate for you?
Did you have a limited time period to board? If so, aproximately how long did you have to get on? Did you feel like it was enough time?
How do you get into the vehicle? (Examples would be stepping down into a boat like POTC; step up into a ride vehicle such as Mission:Space; or across to a seat/bench?
How far down, up or across do you have to maneuver?
How stable is the ride vehicle while boarding? Are there any bars or supports or parts of the ride car you could grab when transferring?
Is there a particular seat or row that is best to transfer to? Why did you think that row/seat was better (more room, better ability to grab something, etc?)
Was there a specific ride vehicle that was made for easier transfers?
How much back/head/neck support is there? Is there any trunk support?
Can you reach other members of your party while riding? (hold hands, support, etc)
Does the ride have an restraint? What type? Does it touch you? Do you have to fasten and unfasten the restraint yourself?
Is it possible for someone to help you get in and out of the vehicle?
If someone helped transfer, what type of transfer was done (sliding board, stand and pivot, lift, etc.)?
If you had a wheelchair or ECV where was it during the transfer?
What side do you enter the vehicle from? Do you exit from this same side?
Where was your wheelchair, ECV, cane, etc while you were on the ride? Was it brought back to you at the exit?

Did you use a wheelchair accessible ride vehicle? How do you enter this vehicle? How well did your wheelchair fit?
How much of an extra wait did you have for this vehicle?
How many wheelchairs can fit in one vehicle? Is there room for someone to accompany the wheelchair user?
Where did they sit and how close are they to the wheelchair user? Could more than one person sit there?

Theatres:
How much wheelchair/ECV seating is there?
24 max
Are there individual seats or bench seats? Padded or not padded?
bench not padded
If it is an individual seat, do you have to fold down the seat first?
Do the bench seats have backs?
no
Did you sit in the front or the rear of the theatre?
wheelchairs are normally in front except if using interpreting and then they are about the 4th row back due to the interpreter placement. there is only room for 1 or 2 wheelchairs in that section and the castmember was not pleased to put a wheelchair there and tired to tell me I would not be allowed in the area. Supervisor overrode her.
Where does the rest of your party sit?
Any other information?
interpreted show is the secind show of the day but get a schedule from guest services to confirm as it has changed from time to time

The Exit:
What do you exit into? through a store? into another building? outside? If outside, is it shaded or directly into the sun?
outside into bright sunlight
Where was the exit compared to where you enter? Compared to the stroller parking?
otherside of theater but still close to stroller park area
Is the exit uphill, downhill or flat?
flat

 

[yellowcrayon]

Just wanted to add on a wee bit to the Kilimanjaro Safaris post, from the perspective of a former CM, in case this information is at all helpful:

Approach to the Ride
4. Where is wheelchair/ECV/stroller parking for those who choose to walk through the line? Yes, a long way away
Stroller parking is probably at least 3/4 of the way in to the queue, if not closer. Wheelchairs & ECVs travel the entire length on the queue, splitting to a separate dock. Wheelchairs & ECVs are parked on this separate dock, where the wheelchair compatible ride vehicles depart & return to.

2. Is the queue indoors or outdoors? Shaded or not? Mostly in the sun with some areas of shade
The entire queue is in the shade, whether you utilize the Fastpass queue or the regular standby queue.

2. How many people can sit per row/ride vehicle? Varies
Typically, 4 adults fit per row. For wheelchair accessible vehicles, 2 adults (per row) may fit in the first two rows, as well as one wheelchair. The rest of the rows on the vehicle will fit 4 adults.

How much of an extra wait did you have for this vehicle? Each wheelchair vehicle is approximately 10-15 minutes from the last. There are at least two wheelchair vehicles. The wait greatly varies depending on how many wheelchair users are waiting for the wheelchair car. For our family where three people used the wheelchair car it was about 40 minutes to ride and 10-15 waiting for a car.
Three wheelchair capable vehicles are dispatched every hour. So a vehicle will be waiting at that particular dock for (in theory) 20 minutes. Three vehicles leave per hour. This set time allows for the safe disembarkment of wheelchair guests and then the safe loading of non-transferable wheelchair guests. The entrance to the wheelchair accessible line occurs at the joining of the standby & Fastpass lines (you will see a Cast Member at the merge point, as well as one just beyond at the gate to allow wheelchairs entrance)

 

[MarieS]

I would like to add something for the Festival of the Lion King. Both of my boys use wheelchairs and can't transfer. We were turned away from a morning show 20 minutes early because the wheelchair seating was already full. I would recommend arriving early for this show.

 

[eternaldisneyfan]

Giving a bump so others can post their experiences