Why
do I need all of these things?
Sunscreen:
Sunburn is a given at band camp. Even if you
never wear sunscreen, you need it at band camp because you will get tan, and
possibly burnt.
Breakfast:
We have seen far too many freshmen throw up and have to sit out the first day
of band camp because they did not eat breakfast. You must eat breakfast during
camp. It will not sit like a lump in your stomach or make you feel sick while
you are marching.
Water:
This one is obvious. You probably will sweat a lot at band camp. If you are
not soaked by 10:15 each morning, see a doctor soon, because you are very
sick. During breaks, you will need to fill up with water. Important note: Do
not bring water bottles filled with carbonated sodas or sugar drinks (kool-aid,
juicy juice), it will just make things worse. Water is best, but sports drinks
are acceptable too.
Clothes:
Wear shorts every day to band camp. There's no
big explanation. It's just going to be hot, SO take care of yourself!
Chapstick:
Only if you think you'll need it - many brass player use this especially.
Sunglasses:
These definitely keep the UV light from your eyes and make the glare bearable,
since you have to look up, sometimes into the sun.
Hat:
It will keep the sun out of your eyes and face (Helps you avoid "Raccoon Eyes"
from sunglasses)
Lunch & Dinner:
Lunch will be provided - ONE
OTHER THING, DO
NOT DRINK MILK AT ALL!!!!!(BREAKFAST, LUNCH OR DINNER)
NOT GOOD ON A HOT, HOT DAY, IF YOU KNOW WHAT I
MEAN.
Spiral note Book and
pencil: Your note book (one will be
supplied) is used to hold all of your drill. Make sure you have pencil
accessible to make corrections in your music and to mark your position on your
drill. Your spiral notebook contains all of your drill dots, should be
available for easy access on the field. Place a string through the spiral and
wear it on your body or horn.
What
should I expect?
Expect to work, and work really
hard. Expect a suntan or sunburn, with tan lines from your shirt and
socks.
Expect to get bossed around by others.
Expect the unexpected - every previous year's band camp holds several
stories. Find an upperclassman for details.
But, also expect to learn the majority of this year's show and expect to be
proud of the hard work you will put into making the NCHS Marching Ironmen one
of the best bands around! There is nothing to fear about the camp experience.
Returning members look forward to camp as one of the highlights of their
summer. The staff and upper-classmen work hard to provide a nurturing
environment for first time members of the marching band.
the main things to remember ARE:
Respect the directors and staff.
Eat breakfast EVERY DAY.
Wear shorts and tennis shoes.
Bring your INSTRUMENT. ALWAYS HAVE A PENCIL, DRILL BOOK and set book.
Be Quiet and Listen to what you are being told.
Wear sunscreen, sunglasses AND A HAT.
Get to know people. Freshman, go out of your way to meet upperclassmen, it'll
be worth it, I promise. upperclassmen, freshmen are people too, treat them
like your little buddies.
Can’t stress enough to limit or
postpone other activities during camp. The students will be exhausted and need
their rest.
Prompt arrival is
a must.
At least 15-30 minutes before start, so they can get their instruments,
bathroom, etc. and be on field or starting location at start time.
Have dentist appointments, doctor
checkups, and school organized before season starts. Your student will have
minimal time for these things until season is over.
Have tune-ups and repairs of your instruments done during the summer.
Band camp is hard work! but you will find
that there is something really cool about working
hard, and then seeing the result of that hard work. Then being really proud of
it.
Date last updated
07/04/2009
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