BEACH BUM
ETIQUETTE
TYBEE BEACHCOMBER | MAY 2019 7
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It’s Beach Bum time again! It’s the time that all of us Tybeeites once again give
over our beloved island to the annual pilgrimage of tourists, from parts unknown,
for the summer. And what better way to do it than with a parade (everyone knows
how we love parades here on Tybee).
But this isn’t just any parade. Although we do have a Grand Marshall, Big Kahuna
and a Beach Bum Queen, there will be no marching bands, Shriners, Clydesdales,
politicians (well, you might see our mayor in the parade), etc. This is a one-ofa
kind all out water gun fight that is fun for the entire family. Every float will be
loaded down with an abundance of water and beach bums with one purpose - to
get you wetter than they get. If you plan on being here, you WILL get wet, no ifs
ands or buts.
With that in mind, there are a few rules of etiquette that you may need to know:
1. Do not, under any circumstance, spray water at our Police!! They are here
to keep you safe. They are also wearing very expensive equipment. This will cost
you dearly – not only will you miss out on the rest of the parade, but this will land
you in court with a hefty fine. So just don’t do it.
2. Bring plenty of water. The water in your water gun will last somewhere
around 5-10 seconds. Some ideas are: put water in your coolers, load a wagon
with containers of water, get there early enough to park your car or truck along
the parade route and have it filled with containers of water. If all else fails, find
someone to buddy up to that brought plenty of water, and become fast friends
with them.
3. Keep your valuables safe. A ziploc baggie or a sealed container works well
to protect your phones, wallets, cameras, cigarettes, etc. Or better yet, leave
them at home or in your car.
4. Do not use ice water in your water gun. Brrrr!! The parade doesn’t start
until dusk, so it’s already starting to cool down. It’s just downright mean people!
5. Keep an eagle eye on your children. There is a lot of traffic, tourists, drunk
people, etc. Keep those little ones safe while they are having fun.
6. Bring towels and/or a change of clothes. Believe me, you will be wet and
cold when the parade is over. Come prepared.
7. Make sure your water guns are in good working order. Nothing worse than
getting to the parade and having your line of protection fail you. Might be a good
idea to bring back ups.
8. No pressure washers or water balloons are allowed. We are here to have
fun, not endanger people.
9. Drink responsibly. I’m sure this will fall on a lot of deaf ears, but try to wait
until the parade is over to get your drinking on. Just don’t want anyone getting in
trouble! Yes, I’m talking to you … you know who you are.
10. Have FUN and get wet!
By Margie McLellan