Exactly.
Going up this weekend too, but not staying for new year.
Fri will be at IOA to activate the AP.
Sat will be at SWF, first thing in the morning.
The trick is to be there before they open, we've said that over and over. The park opens at 9am, and the back opens at 10am, but I bet it will be open at 9am this weekend (just a guess).
Ride JTA and Kraken first.
Then do some shows, get to each 20 minutes before it starts.
Goto lunch at 11am, or 3pm to avoid the crowd.
Do the walkthru of the polar bear exhibit, skip the simulator.
Dolphin feeding at Key West? Be at the fish window before it opens and eventually you'll get a spot on the wall.
Of all the parks, SWF is your best bet for a busy time like that because once you get your rides in the morning, the rest is shows and exhibits.