Preparing for your water park outing:

Bring two sets of car keys, wear sunscreen, strap your glasses to your head. (Car keys are the most frequently lost item at a water park with glasses in a close second.)
Head for waterslides early and late in the day. When those attractions are the busiest, usually mid-day, plan other activities so you maximize your time out.
Since most people choose to eat between noon and 1:30 p.m., plan to eat earlier or later and take advantage of the water activities while others are eating.

Check your park's schedule as they often vary depending on the time of year.
Plan on being wet most of the day, and waterproof sun block is a necessity!
June is often the best time to go to a water park since some schools do not close for the summer until later in the month and many families are still planning their vacation.
Parents do not need to go all day long. Noah's Ark has 4,000 lounge chairs. Bring a fun book to read if you want to rest. Stake out your territory by plunking down a beach towel on a lounge chair early in the day.
Be sure to carefully read all the precaution signs at the rides.
Plan on bringing or purchasing a "neck safe", a sealable container on a necklace to keep money or other small valuable items with you. Available in most park gift stores.
Bring your camera because family adventures like this are great memory makers!
Arrange a meeting spot and time that is very specific. Some area with a prominent sign.
Most parks do not provide towels! Please bring them with or you may need to purchase one in the gift stores.