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SFA Summer Band Camps

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2026 Drum Major Camp

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Reminders

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June 14–18, 2026

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Camp Reminders

Drum Major Camp 2026

Resident Camper Reminders

• Packing List
• Residence Hall Reminders

Commuter Camper Reminders

• Daily Commuter Pickup

General

Reminders

• Check-In
• Staying Healthy
• Exhibition Performance
• Check-out Procedure

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Drum Major Camp 2026

Resident Camper Reminders

Commuter Camper Reminders: Slide 6 General Camp Reminders: Slide 9

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• Label all personal belongings
• SFA is not responsible for lost or stolen items
• Modest, athletic clothing because the majority of camp occurs outside
• LARGE, reusable water bottle (this is required)
• Drum major supplies: mace, baton, whistle, etc.
• A light jacket because the classrooms can be cold at times
• Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses (sunscreen is required)
• Athletic tennis shoes, closed-toe shoes only
• Appropriate swimsuit -There will be a pool night!
• FULL size bed sheets, pillow with case, and blankets
• Bathroom supplies
• Toiletries, towels, hygiene products, etc.
• Pencil with notebook paper for your classes
• Umbrella, rain poncho, rain boots, etc. - Prepare for rain!
• Optional snacks and beverages - your dorm will have a fridge
• Extra money for snacks, SFA gear, etc.

Packing List

Drum Major Camp 2026

Band Camp Packing List

• Deodorant
• Sunscreen
• Reusable water bottle
• Modest, athletic clothing
• Athletic shoes AND SOCKS*
• Mace/whistle/baton (Military)
• Umbrella
• Swimsuit
• Light jacket
• Notebook and pencil

*Important: All indoor activities will take place in our dance studios which require that students wear socks. No shoes allowed.

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Residence Hall Reminders

Drum Major Camp 2026

• During camp, you will stay in the Residence Hall, Lumberjack Lodge
• Both male and female campers will stay here, but will be in separate wings
• Lumberjack Lodge has suite-style bathrooms
• Click here to learn more about Lumberjack Lodge
• Please note, services available to college residents, such as laundry machines, will not be available to camp residents.

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Drum Major Camp 2026

Commuter Camper Reminders

General Camp Reminders: Slide 9

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Daily Drop-Off

Drum Major Camp 2026

Location

• Commuter campers will check-in daily at the Commuter Lot 47 at address:

2614 N. University Dr., Nacogdoches, TX 75964

• Lot 47 is just north of the William R. Johnson Coliseum; look for the SFA Lumberjack Marching Band trailer and purple, three-story rehearsal tower

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Times

• All commuter campers must check-in by 8:15 a.m. with a counselor

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Evening Pickup

Drum Major Camp 2026

Location

• This year, commuter campers must return for the evening block after dinner
• Commuter campers are welcome to eat at the cafeteria, but must pay $15 for dinner each night.
• Before dinner, commuters will be picked up at either the cafeteria or commuter lot depending on what camp they are attending.
• After the evening block, commuters will be picked up at Lumberjack Lodge.
• There are evening activities after the evening block that students are welcome to participate in.

Times

• Sunday, June 14: 9:15 p.m.
• Monday, June 15 - Wednesday, June 17: 8:50 p.m. if not attending evening activities. 10 p.m if attending evening activities
• Thursday, June 18: see performance schedule

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Drum Major Camp 2026

General Camp Reminders

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Check-In: 1 – 3 p.m.

Drum Major Camp 2026

1. Upon arrival, park in the area outlined in purple
2. Follow the sidewalks and arrows to the check-in entrance
3. To enter Lumberjack Lodge, campers must present either a Fast Pass or a Registration Ticket from the Band Office
• Fast Passes are sent to the email provided on your student’s registration form once the registration is completed
• We will begin sending out Fast Passes the first week of June.
• If the camper’s registration is not complete, they must go to Cole Concert Hall lobby in the Wright Music Building to finalize your student’s registration
• After your full payment and waivers are complete, you will be presented a Registration Ticket to show at check-in

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For questions about your student’s registration prior to check-in, please email bandoffice@sfasu.edu.

PARKING

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Check-In: 1 – 3 p.m.

Drum Major Camp 2026

• Both residential and commuter campers will check in at Lumberjack Lodge
• Counselors will ensure that you go to the correct check-in area
• At check-in, you will receive your dorm key (residents only) and access/meal card
• Commuters will receive their nametag, T-shirt and handbook at check-in
• There will be a medication table at check-in; please follow the steps below to drop off your student’s medication
• Medication must be placed in a bag or container
• You must include a notecard with your student’s name, medication instructions and daily dosage
• Head counselors will provide the medication at the appropriate times for the camper to self-medicate
• Students will be able to receive over-the-counter medication during camp at the counselors’ discretion
• Once you check-in, if you are a residential camper, you will go to your dorm to receive your T-shirt, nametag and handbook
• Please follow your camp handbook for the specific schedule throughout the duration of camp!

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Staying Healthy

Drum Major Camp 2026

• During camp, you will spend a lot of of time outside in the Texas heat
• Start hydrating at least three days before camp begins; prioritize water (over sports drinks) and avoid sugary drinks as much as possible
• All campers are required to follow these health rules:
• All campers must eat at every meal
• All campers must have a reusable water bottle with them at all times
• All campers must have sunscreen; a hat and sunglasses are also strongly encouraged
• All campers must have athletic tennis shoes; open-toed athletic shoes are prohibited
• If you begin feeling unwell, please inform a counselor ASAP!
• The most important part of camp is staying happy and healthy!

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Performance

Drum Major Camp 2026

Performances will be held in Homer Bryce Stadium and are open to drum majors’ family, friends, directors and other adoring fans

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Military Drum Majors

9:00 a.m.  Gates Open for Audience

9:30 a.m. Fundamentals Demonstration

10:15 a.m. Squad Competition

11 a.m. Drill Down

11:15 a.m. Awards

11:30 a.m. Performance Concludes

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Corps Drum Majors

11:30 a.m. Gates Open for Audience

Noon National Anthem

12:05 p.m. Drill Down

12:20 p.m. Conducting Performance

12:25 p.m. Awards

12:45 p.m. Marching Performance

12:50 p.m. Performance Concludes

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Check-Out

Drum Major Camp 2026

Thursday Check-out Procedure

• Check-out will occur at the Lumberjack Lodge dormitory
• Prior to check out, counselors will check the student’s room for any damages and/or left items
• Commuters will check-out with a designated counselor; more information will be provided at camp
• Students will be provided with a box lunch upon completion of check-out

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Check-out Times

10:15 –11:15 a.m. Corps Drum Majors (before performance)

11:30 –12:30 p.m. Military Drum Majors (after performance)

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We are so excited to see your leader at SFA’s Drum Major Camp!

If you have any questions, please contact us by emailing bandoffice@sfasu.edu or calling (936) 468-4702. Thanks, and axe ’em Jacks!

Lumberjack Lodge