Greetings Wolf Band Family! It's that time of year again! Summer is quickly approaching, and that means Summer Band Camp is right around the corner!
Below you’ll find LOTS and LOTS and LOTS of information on how to prepare for Summer Band Camp--read carefully and if students and/or parents have questions, please reach out to Mr. Gonzalez (contact info found below). Please pay special attention to clothing and other equipment needed to help beat the Houston heat!
Please feel free to click on the links for examples of items, if you have questions please ask, and don't forget to #checkthecalendar! Stay tuned for more info!
HYDRATION
Water Jugs – REQUIRED, any color is fine
All students are responsible for their own hydration at regular intervals, especially when doing physical activity outside during high temperatures. WATER JUGS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL MEMBERS AT EVERY FUNCTION (Rehearsals, Games, Contests, Parades, etc.)
[Example – Water Jug]
***SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOTTLES ARE NOT SUFFICIENT FOR OUTDOOR REHEARSALS***
Students should have ONLY WATER in their water jugs. Other beverages, especially the sugary and caffeinated variety, are not to be consumed during outside activity. Sports drinks (Powerade/Gatorade/etc.) can be helpful after strenuous activity as a supplement, NOT IN PLACE OF WATER. ONLY WATER is allowed in the band hall. Avoid dairy products in the morning before being outside for extended amounts of time.
Wearable Hydration Packs – OPTIONAL but encouraged!
We encourage the use of these packs (commonly known as Camel AS A SUPPLEMENT to having a Water Jug, NOT A REPLACEMENT
for one.
[Example – Wearable Hydration Pack]
REHEARSAL ATTIRE
Even though our ‘outside block’ of rehearsal will take place before the hottest part of the day, mornings can still get pretty warm in Houston. Below are clothing items that will help students manage the heat and humidity as much as possible.
Clothing
[Example – Long-Sleeve Rash Guard/Swim Shirt]
Tall Black Socks - REQUIRED: These won’t be used until we start wearing our marching uniform, but they will be necessary once we do! Tall socks should go up to the calf or higher. No ankle-length or no-show socks under the marching uniform. For daily rehearsals, normal length socks of any color are totally fine.
OTHER SUN PROTECTION
Hats - REQUIRED: Some kind of hat or head covering is required for all outside activity. Must cover the top of the head; no visors! The bigger the hat, the better. Think ‘sun protection’ and not ‘fashion statement!’
[Example – Wide Brim Sun Hat]
Sunscreen - REQUIRED: SPF 30 is the minimum recommended level of sun protection. Look for ‘broad spectrum’ on the label, as it will help against UV-A and UV-B rays. Reapply frequently.
[Example – Sunscreen]
Fanny pack/hip packs – OPTIONAL but encouraged: A great way to carry some essentials (sunscreen, a snack, phone, hand sanitizer, etc.) on your person without taking up space in pockets during physical activity (running, marching, etc). No color restrictions!
[Example – Fanny Pack/Hip Pack]
Sunglasses (optional): If possible, sunglasses are advised during outdoor activity.
Lip-protection (optional): As musicians, it’s important to take care of our face and lips, since the majority of
us use them to make music. Use some kind of lip balm that provides some sun protection as well.
[Example – Lip Protection]
You can find most of these items at your local sporting goods store, as well as from online retailers. See you all soon!
Go Wolves!
Gerardo L Gonzalez
[email protected]
Westside HS Bands
Below you’ll find LOTS and LOTS and LOTS of information on how to prepare for Summer Band Camp--read carefully and if students and/or parents have questions, please reach out to Mr. Gonzalez (contact info found below). Please pay special attention to clothing and other equipment needed to help beat the Houston heat!
Please feel free to click on the links for examples of items, if you have questions please ask, and don't forget to #checkthecalendar! Stay tuned for more info!
HYDRATION
Water Jugs – REQUIRED, any color is fine
All students are responsible for their own hydration at regular intervals, especially when doing physical activity outside during high temperatures. WATER JUGS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL MEMBERS AT EVERY FUNCTION (Rehearsals, Games, Contests, Parades, etc.)
[Example – Water Jug]
***SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOTTLES ARE NOT SUFFICIENT FOR OUTDOOR REHEARSALS***
Students should have ONLY WATER in their water jugs. Other beverages, especially the sugary and caffeinated variety, are not to be consumed during outside activity. Sports drinks (Powerade/Gatorade/etc.) can be helpful after strenuous activity as a supplement, NOT IN PLACE OF WATER. ONLY WATER is allowed in the band hall. Avoid dairy products in the morning before being outside for extended amounts of time.
Wearable Hydration Packs – OPTIONAL but encouraged!
We encourage the use of these packs (commonly known as Camel AS A SUPPLEMENT to having a Water Jug, NOT A REPLACEMENT
for one.
[Example – Wearable Hydration Pack]
REHEARSAL ATTIRE
Even though our ‘outside block’ of rehearsal will take place before the hottest part of the day, mornings can still get pretty warm in Houston. Below are clothing items that will help students manage the heat and humidity as much as possible.
Clothing
- White, Gray, or Blue shirts (solid, if possible) – REQUIRED - This is the standard rehearsal top. Plain shirts are best, but small designs or lettering is permitted.
- Black shorts (solid) - REQUIRED - This is the standard rehearsal bottom. Athletic shorts (not super thick or baggy) are best. These will be worn under marching uniform pants.
- Athletic shoes - REQUIRED - Sandals/flip-flops, boots (work or cowboy) are NOT PERMITTED. We also suggest shoes with appropriate arch support, depending on individual foot shape (flat arches vs high arches). Athletic shoes only!
- Athletic Attire/Moisture-Wicking Attire – OPTIONAL but encouraged - We highly encourage this type of clothing (in White, Gray, or Blue), including the long-sleeve shirt version and full-length pants, if desired. Many of these types of clothes have a UPF, which helps protect against harmful UV rays. The more skin is covered, the less sunscreen you’ll have to apply!
[Example – Long-Sleeve Rash Guard/Swim Shirt]
Tall Black Socks - REQUIRED: These won’t be used until we start wearing our marching uniform, but they will be necessary once we do! Tall socks should go up to the calf or higher. No ankle-length or no-show socks under the marching uniform. For daily rehearsals, normal length socks of any color are totally fine.
OTHER SUN PROTECTION
Hats - REQUIRED: Some kind of hat or head covering is required for all outside activity. Must cover the top of the head; no visors! The bigger the hat, the better. Think ‘sun protection’ and not ‘fashion statement!’
[Example – Wide Brim Sun Hat]
Sunscreen - REQUIRED: SPF 30 is the minimum recommended level of sun protection. Look for ‘broad spectrum’ on the label, as it will help against UV-A and UV-B rays. Reapply frequently.
[Example – Sunscreen]
Fanny pack/hip packs – OPTIONAL but encouraged: A great way to carry some essentials (sunscreen, a snack, phone, hand sanitizer, etc.) on your person without taking up space in pockets during physical activity (running, marching, etc). No color restrictions!
[Example – Fanny Pack/Hip Pack]
Sunglasses (optional): If possible, sunglasses are advised during outdoor activity.
Lip-protection (optional): As musicians, it’s important to take care of our face and lips, since the majority of
us use them to make music. Use some kind of lip balm that provides some sun protection as well.
[Example – Lip Protection]
You can find most of these items at your local sporting goods store, as well as from online retailers. See you all soon!
Go Wolves!
Gerardo L Gonzalez
[email protected]
Westside HS Bands
