Feathers and Fear: Teen’s Thrill Ride Gets a True Jersey Shore Welcome with a Mid-Air Seagull Smash
For most teenagers visiting the Jersey Shore, the biggest thrill might be conquering a towering rollercoaster or winning a prize on the boardwalk. For Kiley Holman, however, a summer trip to Wildwood, New Jersey, delivered an unforgettable moment that came from an unexpected, feathered adversary at 75 miles per hour.
The scene, captured in a now-viral video, unfolds with the classic beats of an amusement park adventure. Kiley and her friend, Georgia Brobmyr, are strapped into the “Springshot” ride at Morey’s Piers. Laughter and nervous screams fill the air as the ride prepares to catapult them skyward.
Then, launch.
As the capsule hurtles into the air, the ordinary thrill becomes a bizarre wildlife encounter. In a split second that feels both surreal and hilariously chaotic, a seagull, seemingly on a collision course with destiny, smacks directly into Kiley’s face.
The footage is startling. One moment, Kiley is screaming with delight; the next, her expression changes to one of pure shock as the bird makes impact. In a remarkable display of instinct, a stunned Kiley grabs the equally stunned bird, peels it off her face, and tosses it back into the wind before the ride even reaches its apex.
While the seagull flies away, seemingly unharmed, Kiley is left to process the avian assault. Her friend Georgia, initially oblivious, eventually turns to see Kiley’s face of disbelief and bursts into uncontrollable laughter. The mix of shock on one face and pure amusement on the other perfectly captures the absurdity of the moment.
The video, originally intended as a simple souvenir of a fun day, quickly became an internet sensation. Shared across social media platforms, it amassed millions of views. Viewers were captivated by the sheer unlikeliness of the event, with many crowning it the most “Jersey Shore” moment ever recorded.
The incident highlights a well-known, if usually less dramatic, feature of any coastal amusement park: wildlife. Seagulls are ubiquitous on the Wildwood boardwalk, often brazenly snatching fries and funnel cake from unsuspecting tourists. However, a mid-air collision on a ride that reaches speeds of up to 75 mph is a new level of interaction.
In a statement following the incident, Morey’s Piers confirmed that Kiley was unharmed. “We’re happy to report that both Kiley and the seagull are doing just fine,” a spokesperson said, joining in on the fun by cheekily adding, “The seagull has declined to comment.”
While Kiley Holman left the ride with little more than a few minor scratches and an incredible story, she also left with a viral legacy. The video serves as a hilarious reminder that when you’re on the Jersey Shore, you should be prepared for anything—from sudden drops to unexpected feathered friends. For anyone planning a trip to Wildwood, it’s a funny new warning: hold on to your hats, your sunglasses, and maybe, just maybe, be on the lookout for low-flying gulls.
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