Brrr-aving the Elements

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Add a splash of fun to the slow winter months with a jump into frigid Lake Granbury. During the Goosebump Jump, participants raise money for the charities of their choice by doing just that on Jan. 15.

The annual event, which started in 2020 but was canceled in 2021 due to the pandemic, is Granbury’s way of helping nonprofits during the winter season while bringing new folks to town. Participants pay $10 for an arctic dip in the lake, and many don costumes for an extra layer of entertainment—and warmth.

“The first year, we had a group of ladies take their plunge dressed up like jellyfish,” says Tammy Dooley, director of Visit Granbury. “And the mayor had on shorts, a snorkel, and a coat and tie for his dip in the lake.” Participants meet at City Beach Park, and all jumpers make their way into the lake together. Some only make it waist-deep before heading back to land, while others are in it for the long haul with inner tubes in hand. During signup, participants list which charity they want their entry fee to support, and the charity that gets the most jumpers wins all of the money.

Additional attractions include snow machines and an ice slide that takes you straight into the lake. Awards are given out for best costume and oldest participant, and to the person who travels farthest to join the event. After the competition, the neigh-boring Hilton Garden Inn opens its doors for hot cocoa, cookies, and a dip in an outdoor hot tub to warm up. —Amanda Ogle

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