with january coming to a close, february is just around the corner starting up the Nationals portion of most peoples cheer seasons. Cheersport and nca are 20 days away which means teams will probably be leaving in 18-19 days. This is going to approach us all faster than we may think, so i thought it would be a good idea to start a thread about "what to pack" on these long excursions we take to get to nationals events. whether you are driving or flying, carrying on or cargo, i hope that everyone will have something to add to a list for everything. I have started a list for carry on bags on the plane and hope people will add more, or have suggestions as what to pack. i hope this thread will help everybody remember what to pack in each bag.
Uniform- top, shorts, spankies, white no-show socks, correct bra, cheer shoesWarm ups- competition shirt, jacket, pantsExtra underwearTravel toothpaste and toothbrush-anything larger will be thrown in the trash.Cheer make-upHair- curlers, brush, comb, bandana, bowTravel baby wipes/wetones/makeup remover wipes
Funny thing I was just reading the December 2007 edition of American Cheerleader and there is a wonderful article about this very topic. Some of the items they had listed were as follows:
Uniform(s) Paperwork ( i.e. hotel, flight, medical info, schedule photo ID) Warm Ups and Practice Clothing Sports Bra(s), underwear, Bloomers and spankies Socks ( no show ) Cheer and practice shoes PJ's Bobby Pins and Ponytail Holders Hairspray and brush or comb Facial wipes Bottled water healthy snacks ( i.e. granola bars, trail mix ) Safety pins competition Makeup, Glitter and Hair bows Pillow and Blanket Camera, batteries and film ( memory card ) Good luck charm Cash and or travelers checks sunscreen toiletries medicines Fun Extra ( i.e cards, games, music, dvd player ) Bathing suit and flip flops
