As we dig out of the snow that’s fallen the last few days, this week’s Erie YouTube of the week will hopefully make you think of happier, warmer times in Erie.

I took a drive around Presque Isle this weekend and was surprised how much progress is being made on Waldameer’s new Ravine Flyer II roller coaster. They’ve made progress on both sides of Peninsula Drive and track is going in. I’m excited to ride something more exciting then The Comet, nothing against the Comet, of course.

Back in October, we posted a hi-res video Kevin Brennan created showing what the ride might look like once it’s completed, and its neat to see the potential views the ride will offer.

This week’s video shows you the construction progress so far.

You can see more photos at Waldameer’s site and this gallery. Summer can’t come soon enough.