Kitty and Dan take on St. Louis

Dan and Kitty Claws had a blast this morning at Fox 2 in St. Louis, talking about our Happy Halloween Weekends. Actually, Dan did all the talking … Here's the…

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Danticipation

There's nothing like it. Working on a new ride for two years or more. And then it's finally time to ride. After, of course, the State Ride Inspectors give us…

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Switched at birth?

There are many upsides to working at a family-owned business. …because you, well, work for a family. I never cease to appreciate the good-naturedness of the Koch family members. They…

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A chilly perspective

Dan’s like a kid in a candy shop when he stops by the Mammoth construction site. He just can’t help himself. This morning, he dragged his mom along with him….

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Dan gets the “boot”

Are you one of those people who easily takes on another’s accent? It has something to do with empathy levels, I think. Or maybe it’s just fun. I remember, years…

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Mr. Dan’s (and Nathan’s) Wild Ride

I won’t lie. Transitioning from a career in buttoned-up, corporate TV news to the world of coasters and khaki shorts has been one wild “voyage.” My first few weeks here…

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Back on track

Our president, Dan Koch, is fond of saying, "the train is ready to leave the station!" when he talks excitedly about the new season starting up in just a few…

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Speaking in the House

Last week, Mrs. Koch and Dan accompanied our marketing director to the Statehouse for some meetings with elected officials. When they peeked in to see the goings-on in the House,…

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For 2011: It’s Children and Comfort

It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for … the answer to the question “What’s new for 2011?” Our president, Dan Koch, and his wonderful mom, Pat, have the answers. For…

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