What's in the Bag?

This is a suggested list of what we have found helpful to pack in your sports bag if you are going to a track meet.

track uniform, spikes & spike kit
sweatsuit and/or poncho or windbreaker
umbrella, sunglasses, and/or hat with brim
sunscreen and lip balm with sunscreen
trail mix, granola bars, fruit, or energy bars & sack lunch or concession stand money
bottled water, sports drinks
deodorant, extra shirt and socks & shoes (for when you finish your events)
blanket for the bus and to lay on when you are not competing
book to read (in case you are only doing a few events and get bored on the bus)
cd/mp3 player & headphones (for the bus only - many meets will not allow these devices)
meet t-shirt money (these range from $10 - $20 usually)
cell phone to call your mom & dad to come pick you up when you get back
tennis ball or tape to set your marks

Parents also want to remember:
cash for tickets/admission & parking
map to stadium destination
schedule of events w/ your child's events highlighted & a watch
stadium seat
stopwatch, clipboard or notepad, & a pen to record results
small first aid kit and a cell phone
camera or camcorder & film
umbrella/tent and a personal mini-fan
sunglasses, and/or hat with brim, sunscreen and lip balm with sunscreen
ice chest with bottle water & fruit (if allowed by stadium)
granola bars, trail mix, sack lunch or concession stand money

Pack Rats

Gotta get ready to pack to go to the big 4th of July celebration at Granddad's and Granny B's house. Here is our checklist-

FOR EACH DAY:
Underwear (&bras)
Socks/hose
Shorts/pants
Shirts
Jeans

JUST IN CASE:
Pajamas
1 nice shirt (or blouse)
1 pair khaki pants (or skirt/blouse)
Boat shoes or loafers (dress shoes)
Sweatshirt/sweater/jacket
Tennis shoes
sandals/flip flops
swimming suit
shades
hat
beach towel

IN THE CARRY-ON KIT:
Shampoo/conditioner/gel
Hair dryer/Curling iron
Brush/comb
Facial cleanser/moisturizer
Make-up
Deodorant
Perfume/cologne
Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
Razor/shaving cream
Glasses/contacts/etc.
Wallet/Purse
Jewelry/Belts/Accessories
Medication

TO DO:
Straighten house/take out trash
Notify neighbors (leave itinerary & phone #'s)
Make arrangements for mail/paper/pets
Pet food/water
Lights out/unplug non-essential appliances
Lock doors and windows
Check oil/tires/etc. on car
Travel documents & tickets

FOR THE ROAD:
Map
Water/drinks
Snacks
Something to do (puzzles, music, GameBoys & BATTERIES)
Wipeys
Trash sack