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Join us for The Bushwackers
40th Anniversary Open House!

This camp rehearsal will be entirely outdoors following COVID-19 safety protocols. Please read our COVID-19 Safety Protocols.

Pre-registration is required….day of walk-ins are not permitted.

All  potential members begin work on the 40th edition of the Bushwackers!  

When:
Sunday, October 11th, 9 AM – 4 PM (8:30 Check-In)

Where:
Merrill Lynch Fields
Pennington, NJ 08534

Use entrance at the intersection of Scotch Rd and American Blvd (not Capital Way entrance). Then make first right onto Van Primus Lane towards the ML fields.

What to Bring:

Face masks as they will be worn at all times when social distancing is not possible. Brass players will also wear masks at all times except off the mouth when playing. Brass bell covering will also be provided. Be ready for any weather as the camp rehearsal will be outdoors. As there will be some marching, movement and dance, dress comfortably in sneakers and clothes that allow movement (no jeans), water jugs…… and a great attitude ready to learn, laugh and make new friends!

Brass: Mouthpiece. We will have marching brass instruments but may not have enough for everyone depending on turnout. Also, you may feel more comfortable using your own brass instrument in this Covid environment. If you are able, bring your own trumpet, baritone/euphonium or tuba in Bb and mellophone in F, music stand with clips to hold music and tuner.

Percussion: Sticks, mallets, drum pads, and music stands with clips to hold music (if you have them).

Color Guard: Comfortable athletic or form fitting clothes that allow movement/dance, sneakers or dance shoes. Bring your own saber or rifle if you are able.

Lunch: Lunch will be provided to all participants.  The Bushwackers Open House is being sponsored/fueled by The Original Thin Crust Pizza Company and Bushwackers Alumnus Matt Verney. If you have dietary restrictions that don’t allow for pizza, please pack a lunch.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact:

Jim Dugan (Director) jim.dugan@bushwackers.org

Required Forms:

Pre-Registration: All attendees must register using this page.  Walk-ins will not be allowed.

Medical: All attendees must submit a Medical Consent Form in order to participate. After registering online, you will get an email to complete the Medical Form within a day or two.

COVID-19: All attendees must review the safety protocols and submit the COVID-19 Waiver prior to participating.

How much does it cost?

$25 non-refundable Open House fee covers instructors, facilities, member packets (for brass and percussion), instrument use for the day, and Lunch (provided by The Original Thin Crust Pizza Company). If you get contracted, the fee will apply towards tuition. Please pay in advance using the button below. Paying in advance will help streamline check in and keep it contactless. Paying in advance will also give brass and percussion members access to packets/files needed for the open house rehearsal.

You will receive a payment confirmation via email. Please retain this for your records as you will not receive an additional receipt from the drum corps.