Each student will bring one checked bag and 1 carry-on bag (in addition to their instrument if they play flute, clarinet, alto sax or trumpet.)
Note: Before packing, please track weather reports and adjust accordingly as weather can be unseasonably warm or cold. In addition, students are responsible for transporting their bags and instruments through airports, up and down stairs and on and off buses. Please choose your bags accordingly.
Students will need these types of travel bags for this trip
(1) Carry on Bag. Dimensions may not exceed 22”h, 14”w, 9”d
* Carry On Items for some students will be their:
● Trumpet in case
● Alto Saxophone in case
● Flutes and clarinets in cases may be carried in their personal item such as a backpack or similar,
otherwise they will count as your one carry on bag or personal item.
(1) Personal Item. Examples include: Backpack, purse etc. This must fit under the seat in front of you.
(1) Checked Bag that will go under the plane. Must be under 50 lbs in weight.
Note about carry on instruments: Small musical instruments may count as your one carry-on bag, and may exceed the standard carry-on dimensions as long as they can be safely stowed in the cabin of the aircraft. - Alaska Airlines
Students that play these instruments will be checking them at the airport:
➔ Mellophone
➔ Low Saxophones
➔ Trombones/Baritones
➔ Sousaphones
➔ Drum Line
Note: Please ensure your instrument case has functioning latches and is in good condition to be checked and has your name tag outside and your name inside. If this is not the case, please see a director.
Students that play these instruments will be carrying them on the plane with them
➔ Flute
➔ Clarinet
➔ Alto Sax - This will count as your carry on bag
➔ Trumpet - This will count as your carry on bag
Items to Pack
Day of Departure Attire is required for all band members as we travel through the airport.
Long sleeve T Shirt. This travel gear will be provided for each student at the trip meeting
on Nov 15th
Macy’s jacket and travel gear (also distributed on Nov. 15th)
Comfortable walking shoes
Jeans/pants (no pajama bottoms please)
Pack these items In Your Carry On or Personal Item.
Legal identification (driver’s license) for TSA is required for students 18 or older. This is not required for younger students. Please do not send passports
ASB card for school identification (all students)
Phone, phone charger(s), earbuds or headphones
Any emergency medications you may need
Optional Airport Items/Trip Items
Snacks for the plane (no liquids)
Travel pillow for plane
Water bottle - Must be empty when passing through TSA
Money
If you wish, money for snacks at the airport, tourist trinkets. ALL other needs (food, transportation, etc.) will be taken care of so there is no need to send much money. We highly recommend a Debit/credit card or Apple Pay.
DO NOT BRING ON THIS TRIP!
Homework or laptop. You will not use it or have time. Enjoy the trip & make memories!
➔ Anything you do not want to lose, misplace/have stolen, or break.
➔ Anything not permitted by TSA.
➔ Bluetooth speakers etc
Instrument Related Items to bring in your instrument case or in your carry on bag
Flip Folder
Lanyard
Mouthpiece(s)
Reeds
Valve Oil, Slide Grease
Drum Sticks/Mallets
Stick Tape
Items to pack in your Checked bag
Please ensure that your bag is under 50lbs in weight
Uniform items you MUST pack in your checked bag
Uniform in garment bag with hanger (will be provided)
Optional: Athletic shorts
Vipers (Marching Band shoes)
Marching Gloves
Long black socks, 2 pairs (example)
Heat Gear/Long underwear (Required: black tops and black bottoms) (example)
Black Band shirt (just in case it is warm)
Note: Your heat gear items should not be baggy or show from under the uniform.
Note: Shakos & plumes will be packed at MIHS and checked separately
Non-uniform Items you should pack in your checked bag
Underwear
2-3 pairs socks
Pajamas/sleep gear
1-2 outfits for touring/rehearsals:
1-2 pairs of jeans or pants
2-3 tops (t-shirt, shirt, blouse)
1 sweatshirt or sweater
Comfortable walking shoes
Mittens
Warm Jacket (you’ll receive a jacket as your travel gear but gauge whether you need another layer
One nice set of clothes for the Broadway play and Thanksgiving dinner cruise
Toiletries you should pack in your checked bag
Deodorant
Hair brush or comb
Shampoo & conditioner in travel-sized container
Lip balm/chapstick
Toothbrush & toothpaste (travel-sized)
Retainers/mouthguards as needed
Eyeglasses, contact lenses, contact lens solution as needed
Other as needed/desired
Note: as liquids will be in your checked bag, it is encouraged to put any liquids in a quart-sized ziploc plastic bag. Liquids may be no more than 3.4 fluid ounces each per TSA
Do not check anything not permitted by TSA (e.g. batteries, aerosol, etc.). Guidelines here.