Survivor Tales
From: Melissa Truelove
Date: October 13, 2008
i just have to tell you me and my family came there friday and we
were absolutely terrified. The way the cast interacts with you is amazing. I
truly believe you have the best haunted house in maryland. Dr. Fletcher scared me so much i was scared he was gonna pop out of my back seat when i got in my car driving home i had to keep looking in the rear view mirror. We are certainly coming back this year again! and i cannot wait to see what you come up with next year thanks for giving me nightmares !!! you guys rock !
From: Carol DePrato (Riverdale Park Town Talk)
Date: October 6, 2007
I went to GoatMan Hollow last night, and I wanted to say, just when you think they can't get any more creative, they have. I highly recommend everyone go for the great time they will have.
From: Dave Orr
Date: October 29, 2006
We brought 7 kids to GoatMan Hollow on Saturday, Oct. 28th to celebrate our 14yr old daughter, Jasmine's birthday. We had our 4 yr old daughter with us and your staff was so kind to her. The kids had a fantastic time, and I will be telling others about it.
Overall, your staff was a fantastic group of friendly, entertaining people, and we thank you for providing such a unique, creative experience for all.
From: Jeremy Vaughn
Date: October 20, 2006, 10:28 pm
My friend and I decided to venture up from Fredericksburg, VA, questioning whether this was worth it or not. Now that I have experienced Goatman Hollow for myself, I can say it was worth every minute. The attention to detail in each room was incredible, from the antiques on shelves to the lighting and special effects. The only thing more impressive than the storytelling were the actors telling the story. Overall, a wonderful experience. See you all next year! Well done!
From: "Don Stewart" (email)
Date: Sat, October 14, 2006 6:50 pm
Ever since my visit to Goatman Hollow, I have enjoyed terrifying psychotic episodes requiring continued institutionalization and intensive therapy. I have not slept properly for nearly three years now, and require physical restraints and close monitoring around the clock, as I'm prone to obsessively pick holes in my own skin and try to chew off my own limbs. Goatman is THE Halloween event you truly do not want to miss.
July 28, 2006:
From: Mike J.(email)
My girlfriend and I have been to Goatman Hollow three years now, and this is by far the best haunted attraction I've ever been to (we are both adults and are completely obsessed with Halloween). And it has gotten better every time! The use of effects is restrained and masterful, the emphasis on storytelling and acting makes Goatman Hollow stand out from every other haunt, the scenery is creepily beautiful, and the dedication of the cast and crew is amazing. I can't wait to see what's been done for this year!! Thank you to everyone whose hard work has made Goatman Hollow a terrifying reality!
October 27, 2004:
Wonderful article about us in the Washington Post - Just in time for Halloween!
From Bazmaroo(AOL City Guide) on Monday October 25, 2004 at 08:44 PM:
Oh, my god!! I went with a friend or two of mine an I was scared out of my wits!!
it was sooooooooooooooooooo fun! Even though last year waz da bomb, this year
was even better! (p.s. i know who the person at the end, her name is Dana)
From MDLiza(AOL City Guide)
on Sunday October 10, 2004 at 02:14 PM:
This year is even BETTER than last year!!! The characters, the set of the haunt, the story and sounds all come together to make this my favorite event of the entire year! Don't miss this show! (p.s. That detective agent is really cute!)
To: GoatMan
Sent: Friday, October 17, 2003 5:53 PM
Subject: Goatman Hollow Experience
Dear Producers and Staff of Goatman Hollow,
Last week (Friday, October 10th), I and six friends attended your Halloween event, and I feel absolutely compelled to thank you for your efforts in writing.
None of us are children anymore. Each person was at least twenty-three, with the oldest being the ripe old age of twenty-seven. I, in fact, was the old one, and it was because of my pleading, cajoling, and undying hunger for all things Halloween that the others consented to go. I must say that I was worried that I would have an angry mob on my hands if the Hollow failed to thrill. I had no reason to worry. Everyone had a wonderful time!
There was not a single false note on the entire tour. Every character was spot-on. On the ride home, every scene was re-hashed and gloated over. After seeing too many haunted attractions that featured too many Freddy Kreugers and cheaply bought scares by means of sudden loud noises, it was a great relief to find an event that built a marvelous sense of dread and unease.
I hesitate to single anyone out, but the priest was so well-regarded by all that I feel obligated. By the same token, the detective was superb, same for the weird cannibal family. When the matriarch mocked my " hipster glasses ", I was absolutely over the moon! Since I am addressing specific performances, I simply must congratulate the young girls who so admirably played a huge role in the performance. It was agreed by all that the best line of the night was, "If it's all the same to you, we'd like to eat your skin."
I don't mean to prattle on for hours, but I wanted to let you know that you have truly raised the bar for haunted attractions in the area (or anywhere). I almost wish that we had waited until later in the season to go-- I am almost
certainly bound to be disappointed from here on in.
Thank you once again.
Most sincerely yours,
Martin
To: GoatMan
Sent: Saturday, October 11, 2003 2:35 PM
Subject: Now I really believe in the GoatMan!
Awesome show. Went last night. This is definitely the best haunted house I ever went in in my life.And the best thing is not one chain saw was used. There must truly be a GoatMan because I have never saw a real person over 7 foot tall and the GoatMan must have been over 10 foot. I was alone but went in with a rowdy group. Their was a Alpha male in our group and a little intoxicated, but when we blamed him on killing Jennie and the Doctor singled him out he really looked frightened. Great Job.
Thanks,
Daniel
From: Washington Digital City
From: MDLiza on Sunday October 12, 2003 at 12:58 PM:
Absolutely, by FAR, the best haunted house/event I've ever experienced. Felt like I was inside a movie. People, you've GOT to go thru this. No chainsaws, (how can you have Halloween without chainsaws?) but otherwise worth it!