Wednesday Blog

Hump day, no, Hobo day. We are half way thru band camp and we have come so far from when we arrived. The days have been long and full of hard work but also with the makings of many long lasting memories. We had a great time just hanging out at the evening campfire and welcomed the freshman at the annual Midnight March last night. Already this week we have shivered, been sunburned, bitten like crazy by bugs, and worn out our feet, but we have also accomplished so very much. Even during free time you will find many working on their music or flag drills. Today we saw the whole saxophone section working on their marching skills as a group during free time. As we look forward to our last few remaining days of camp we anticipate many more memorable experiences. As we close our day toady a time honored tradition will be observed where the drum line staff treat the seniors to a game of wit called Mission Impossible. These are truly memories we will carry with us for years to come.

PHOTOS

Tuesday Blog

We have already settled into a routine of music, friends, and fun.  The day started out extremely cold with a lot of us not wanting to leave our warm bunks or moving very quickly.  Once we did get moving our morning was brightened and energized by some of the creative costumes seen around the camp for our Super Hero / Cross Dress day.  As the temperatures rose the water balloons and squirt guns began to make appearances about the camp.  The beautiful gardens have intrigued many of us.  As we have participated in activities such as marching from the practice field to the dining hall and team building activities each evening we have grown together as a band family.  We are strengthening existing bonds and building new friendships.  Each day we are improving musically and technically, as individuals and as a band.
Photos  

Sunday/Monday Blog

Sunday/Monday Blog

We arrived at Allerton Park yesterday ready for a great week of music and fun. We settled in quickly and got right to work. As evening arrived we got better acquainted with the local wildlife, we now have a much better appreciation for bug spray. Kitty Cat Mustache Monday started out cooler than we expected for a late July morning. Whiskered and energetic we began our first full day. Music, drill and flag routines keep everyone busy, but there is still time for fun. Swimming and kayaking in the pond, exploring the trails and gardens, playing frisbee, football or with water balloons, listening to the drum staff play on the steel drums, the brass ensemble rehearse or the staff practice, or just hanging out relaxing. What a wonderful beginning to the week.PHOTOS