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Baby, It's Cold Outside!

11/13/2019

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Hello WDMB,

This post is long overdue.  Over the years we have had a "common sense" approach to how the band handles the various weather conditions we confront throughout our season.  We start in the heat of summer and end in the cold of winter.  Through all of these seasonal changes, the band must be prepared.  Here is a basic guide for handling the cold.

BAND MEMBERS
Our band uniforms are wool and are designed to keep our members warm.  They wear pants and a jacket.  When temperatures fall below 50 we strongly recommend that students "layer up" under their uniform. Both the pants & jacket allow for additional layers underneath. When necessary, we recommend the following:

Inner Layer(s): Wicking layer (wool or polyester)
  • Low profile garments such as thermal shirts and pants or Under Armour style "cold gear." 
Note - Avoid bulky clothes that won't fit under the uniform such as sweatshirts, sweatpants, & jeans.
  • Winter socks
Note - Be sure socks are not overly thick as to cause their band shoes to be too tight.

Outer Layer: Insulated layer (fleece or wool)
  • Wool Band uniform jacket & pants
  • Band Shako/Band Gloves
  • Ear covering/Headband (black)
  • Scarves (must be solid black, green or white)

Don't forget to pack some Chapstick, EOS or other lip balm!


COLOR GUARD
Our color guard has different circumstances than band members as their issued "uniform" is usually anything BUT warm or protective. Due to this, color guard often abandons a uniform and moves into a preferred uniform look.  This includes band championship jackets or color guard section jackets paired with black pants.  This is determined by the color guard staff and color guard officers based on the upcoming weather situations.  We recommend the following

Inner Layer(s): Wicking layer (wool or polyester)
  • Low profile garments such as thermal shirts and pants or Under Armour style "cold gear." 
Note - unlike the band, sweatshirts or hoodies may be worn under jackets, but low profile cold gear is recommended.
  • Winter socks

Outer Layer: Insulated layer (fleece or wool)
  • Wool Championship Jacket or Color Guard Jacket
  • Black Pants
  • Guard Gloves
  • Ear covering/Headband (black)
  • Scarves (must be solid black, green or white)

Don't forget to pack some Chapstick, EOS or other lip balm!

These suggestions are a starting point for your consideration to keep your WDMB member comfortable and performing their best when in the cold.  There are certainly many options out there for you to consider.  Overall the goal is to keep the kids comfortable so they can enjoy the performance and not merely survive it.


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Lacey F link
6/16/2022 06:16:23 pm

Thaanks great blog

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