In an intriguing yet somewhat terrifying offering from Beachside Billy’s, a water park in Leander, Texas, thrill-seekers can watch the classic horror film “Jaws” while floating on an inner tube in open water. As an individual who finds even the thought of seaweed brushing against my leg distressing, the concept sends shivers down my spine. The film has ingrained in me a certain paranoia: if you feel something in the water, it’s probably a shark! Although, let’s be realistic, it’s likely just some harmless vegetation. Still, the idea of watching a bloodthirsty shark film while adrift in a lake is enough to make me hyperventilate every few seconds.
While Beachside Billy’s isn’t located in the ocean, one can’t ignore the strange and sometimes unsettling creatures that inhabit lakes. Dusk is especially eerie; just picture your toes dangling over the edge, submerged in dark waters, while a shark that craves human flesh plays on the screen. Sounds like a blast, right?
Promotional materials for this summer event boast the presence of scuba divers in the water to heighten the experience, complete with surprise pinches and red lights to add a thrill factor. I can already imagine the heart palpitations this would induce—likely leading to a public embarrassment when I accidentally kick a diver in the nether regions out of sheer panic.
The event occurs every weekend throughout the summer. For a ticket price of $55, attendees receive a Jaws-themed inner tube and an illustrated pint glass alongside the movie experience. Is the chance of a fright—or worse—worth it? (Yes, I know it’s just a lake, but you never know when an alligator might wander into a swimming pool—leave me be!)
While some might find this endeavor exhilarating, I am certainly not among them. I can just picture my partner insisting we attend. If you’re curious about more related topics, you can check out this post on home insemination kits that dives into alternative family-building methods, or explore Cryobaby’s at-home insemination kit for insights on at-home insemination techniques. For further reading, News Medical is an excellent resource for information on pregnancy and home insemination.
In summary, while the idea of watching “Jaws” while floating in water may appeal to some adventurous souls, it’s not for me. My irrational fears would surely take over, making for a memorable but highly stressful experience.