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What do we bring with us?
Always be sure that your swimmer has at least one or two swim suits, two large towels, goggles, a sweat suit to wear on deck (not the clothes he/she is to wear home) and a swim cap. Other items in their bag could be healthy snacks, shampoo, a comb, and a lock. Never assume that your swimmer's valuables are safe in an unlocked locker. Meets can be long and there is some time between your swimmers events. Many swimmers bring along a sleeping bag or blanket to spread out on and play cards or read a book.
Do we need money?
Most meets charge either an entrance fee and/or charge for the heat sheet (a list of times of the day's events) at the door. These prices range dramatically from $2 per adult all the way up to $13 for a state meet heat sheet. Generally, you won't pay more than $2-5 per person. Swimmers do NOT pay entrance fees at the door.
What about food?
Almost every meet will have a concession stand. The foods range from breakfast bagels, rolls, juice, and coffee to pizza, subs, and Spaghetti O’s during the lunch hour. Many teams provide nutritious snacks at their concessions for the swimmers, but this doesn't always hold true. You may want to bring along a small cooler with juice, cereal, fruit, or sandwiches. Swimmers shouldn't eat a lot of sugar or high fat foods during a meet. Feed them well the night before with high carbohydrate foods such as pasta, and keep the food simple and light on the day of the meet.
What to wear?
Swim meets are hot. Every indoor pool is heated and the bleachers tend to be up in the air where the air is hotter. Wear layers in the winter so you can shed your sweater or sweatshirt as needed. Make sure to wear your Elkhorn Penguins gear!
Do you need a ride?
If you need a ride for your swimmer because you are unable to go to a meet, please contact one of the board members. Someone can always find a place in his or her car for an extra swimmer. Don't pull your swimmer out of the meet. If you don't go, but you registered ahead, you cannot get your money back!
Enthusiasm!
The most important thing you can bring to meets and practices is your enthusiasm and support for your swimmer!
Your pride in them is the most valuable item of all.
What do we bring with us?
Always be sure that your swimmer has at least one or two swim suits, two large towels, goggles, a sweat suit to wear on deck (not the clothes he/she is to wear home) and a swim cap. Other items in their bag could be healthy snacks, shampoo, a comb, and a lock. Never assume that your swimmer's valuables are safe in an unlocked locker. Meets can be long and there is some time between your swimmers events. Many swimmers bring along a sleeping bag or blanket to spread out on and play cards or read a book.
Do we need money?
Most meets charge either an entrance fee and/or charge for the heat sheet (a list of times of the day's events) at the door. These prices range dramatically from $2 per adult all the way up to $13 for a state meet heat sheet. Generally, you won't pay more than $2-5 per person. Swimmers do NOT pay entrance fees at the door.
What about food?
Almost every meet will have a concession stand. The foods range from breakfast bagels, rolls, juice, and coffee to pizza, subs, and Spaghetti O’s during the lunch hour. Many teams provide nutritious snacks at their concessions for the swimmers, but this doesn't always hold true. You may want to bring along a small cooler with juice, cereal, fruit, or sandwiches. Swimmers shouldn't eat a lot of sugar or high fat foods during a meet. Feed them well the night before with high carbohydrate foods such as pasta, and keep the food simple and light on the day of the meet.
What to wear?
Swim meets are hot. Every indoor pool is heated and the bleachers tend to be up in the air where the air is hotter. Wear layers in the winter so you can shed your sweater or sweatshirt as needed. Make sure to wear your Elkhorn Penguins gear!
Do you need a ride?
If you need a ride for your swimmer because you are unable to go to a meet, please contact one of the board members. Someone can always find a place in his or her car for an extra swimmer. Don't pull your swimmer out of the meet. If you don't go, but you registered ahead, you cannot get your money back!
Enthusiasm!
The most important thing you can bring to meets and practices is your enthusiasm and support for your swimmer!
Your pride in them is the most valuable item of all.
