What to Pack

What to Bring or Pack


List for both Residential and Commuter Participants

  • your own marching instrument/equipment (including drums) and applicable accessories
  • percussionists must provide sticks/mallets and harnesses if applicable in addition to their own instruments
  • your own music lyre (we will provide access to our electronic music app, BEAM, and a cell phone holder at registration for instrumentalists)
  • cell phone (we use this for our electronic music distribution)
  • sunscreen (very important)
  • hat
  • comfortable sneakers for marching (students MUST wear sneakers for all instructional sessions)
  • clothing that is comfortable and allows the student to move freely and safely during physical marching activities
  • refillable water bottle
  • cash or debit card for vending machines or souvenirs (optional)

Packing List for Residential Participants

Each room has a small refrigerator and microwave.

  • pillow and pillowcase
  • blankets or sleeping bag (twin bed size) (flat sheet provided) 
  • soap, toiletries, washcloth and towel, shower shoes
  • headphones for music
  • alarm clock
  • summer/athletic clothing and light jacket (hot weather and possibly cool evenings)
  • rain gear
  • clothes hangers
  • prescription and over-the-counter medications (in original container)
  • mask (optional)
    Note: While the current guidelines do not require participants to wear masks in the spaces that will be utilized for this program, we are fully supportive of mask-wearing for those who choose to do so.
  • 1 COVID test (optional, recommended)

Do NOT bring:

  • a personal laptop
  • valuables — Penn State is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items