Monday, June 30, 2008
Colts photos on DCI.org
There are some really nice Colts photos in the DCI gallery from Normal. Check out photos 23-25 and 39-44.
Today is Monday, June 30; it's a rehearsal day
We are in Varna, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Pancakes or waffles
Choice of fruit
Meal 2
Pork fritters
French fries
Corn
Meal 3
(meal 4 from last night, which was changed because of schedule change)
Chicken with dressing
Wild rice pilaf
Fruit
Meal 4
Pizza (homemade) -- cheese or pepperoni
and
Fruit pizza
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:30 Wake
8:45 Stretch
9:15 Breakfast
10 Sectionals
1:30 Brass lunch
2 Guard lunch
2:15 Percussion lunch
2:30 Brass back on field
3 Guard back on field
3:15 Percussion back on field
6:30 Meal 3
7:30 Back to field
12ish Snack
1:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody S, head cook
Rod R
Lori C
Pat R
Luba S
Toni H
Betty H
Bill S drives
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Rachel D and Adam N!
They are all working hard at change camp. New music to learn. New drill to learn. Old drill to clean. Tons of stuff to work on. Long days for members, staff, and volunteers. Way to go guys.
After laundry day was over, rehearsal stretched into the night. Thank goodness for a lighted stadium. Thanks, Varna! Meal 4 -- first scheduled for 11ish -- was long after that. It was almost like two days in one. Laundry day; then a full day of rehearsal.
The cooks got pretty punchy yesterday after a fairly short night and long stretches of not really knowing when things were going to happen. And it wasn't from drinking from the mystery cups, thank you very much. :) Mary came over and said she and Bob almost moved the semi because the cooks' laughing was keeping them up. Only on tour can you cram two days into one, have hours of indecision, sit around waiting and then work like maniacs to catch up when things do start to happen, change plans at least twice, and still laugh loud enough to amuse everyone around you. If you haven't been on tour yet, maybe you should go yet this year. It's a good year to be a Colt.
The volunteers were helped out yesterday by parents and others who dropped by to help. Thanks to everyone who stopped in to wash dishes, carry stuff, bring donations, and all the other little things you do to help. What better way to spend a summer afternoon?
A lot of work got done on the new souvie truck yesterday too. (I tell you, it was a BUSY Sunday in Varna) The inside of the truck box got painted and is scheduled for a second coat later in the week and more new shelving was put in. Because a 150-member corps means more instruments, more uniforms, and just generally more stuff, lots of the cooks' food and supply storage has been moved from the equipment truck to the souvie truck. The plan is to move all the cooktruck storage to the new souvie truck, so future head cooks plan your days accordingly.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Pancakes or waffles
Choice of fruit
Meal 2
Pork fritters
French fries
Corn
Meal 3
(meal 4 from last night, which was changed because of schedule change)
Chicken with dressing
Wild rice pilaf
Fruit
Meal 4
Pizza (homemade) -- cheese or pepperoni
and
Fruit pizza
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:30 Wake
8:45 Stretch
9:15 Breakfast
10 Sectionals
1:30 Brass lunch
2 Guard lunch
2:15 Percussion lunch
2:30 Brass back on field
3 Guard back on field
3:15 Percussion back on field
6:30 Meal 3
7:30 Back to field
12ish Snack
1:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody S, head cook
Rod R
Lori C
Pat R
Luba S
Toni H
Betty H
Bill S drives
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Rachel D and Adam N!
They are all working hard at change camp. New music to learn. New drill to learn. Old drill to clean. Tons of stuff to work on. Long days for members, staff, and volunteers. Way to go guys.
After laundry day was over, rehearsal stretched into the night. Thank goodness for a lighted stadium. Thanks, Varna! Meal 4 -- first scheduled for 11ish -- was long after that. It was almost like two days in one. Laundry day; then a full day of rehearsal.
The cooks got pretty punchy yesterday after a fairly short night and long stretches of not really knowing when things were going to happen. And it wasn't from drinking from the mystery cups, thank you very much. :) Mary came over and said she and Bob almost moved the semi because the cooks' laughing was keeping them up. Only on tour can you cram two days into one, have hours of indecision, sit around waiting and then work like maniacs to catch up when things do start to happen, change plans at least twice, and still laugh loud enough to amuse everyone around you. If you haven't been on tour yet, maybe you should go yet this year. It's a good year to be a Colt.
The volunteers were helped out yesterday by parents and others who dropped by to help. Thanks to everyone who stopped in to wash dishes, carry stuff, bring donations, and all the other little things you do to help. What better way to spend a summer afternoon?
A lot of work got done on the new souvie truck yesterday too. (I tell you, it was a BUSY Sunday in Varna) The inside of the truck box got painted and is scheduled for a second coat later in the week and more new shelving was put in. Because a 150-member corps means more instruments, more uniforms, and just generally more stuff, lots of the cooks' food and supply storage has been moved from the equipment truck to the souvie truck. The plan is to move all the cooktruck storage to the new souvie truck, so future head cooks plan your days accordingly.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Today is Sunday, June 29; it's a rehearsal day
We are in Varna, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Fruit
Meal 2
Chili dogs
Fries
Meal 3
Shepherd's pie
Fruit
Biscuits
Meal 4
Chicken with dressing
Wild rice pilaf
Vegetables
Home show photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:50 Wake
9 Breakfast
10 Laundry
3 Meal 2
7 Meal 3
11ish Meal 4
Today's Cooks
Jody S, head cook
Rod R
Lori C
Pat R
Luba S
Toni H
Betty H
Bill S drives
Today's News
AFTERNOON UPDATE: Laundry in very rural Illinois on a Sunday morning proved to be more of a logistical inconvenience than originally anticipated. The corps was just taking the field to rehearse at 5:30 p.m. today, so the schedule has been revised. Meal 3 is now at 8:45 p.m. and Meal 4 is 12:15 a.m. Long day for the corps and the cooks too.
The corps got in on time this morning -- thanks to a great job by the members in getting everything loaded and cleaned for an on-time departure last night from Dubuque despite being behind schedule at the Symphony Pops concert. And the cooks. They had to move Meal 4 inside because of off and on showers. They fed the nuggets, chips, fruit, pie, treats, and milk and got everything back out to the cooktruck and cleaned up for the packing crew in record time. The cooks even got a couple of hours of floor time after they arrive in Varna before they were up again to cook breakfast.
The pops concert had to be moved indoors to the gym at Dubuque Senior yesterday afternoon because of high winds. And it was a good thing because it drizzled rain pretty much all evening. (See above) There was a huge crowd for the concert.
The corps is in Varna today. They are starting off with laundry, which entails a long bus ride from the school, so today's schedule is "loose." Meal 4 is at "11ish" because they finally have a fairly dry field with lights to rehearse so they may go late tonight for the changes they are making to an already fantastic show.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Fruit
Meal 2
Chili dogs
Fries
Meal 3
Shepherd's pie
Fruit
Biscuits
Meal 4
Chicken with dressing
Wild rice pilaf
Vegetables
Home show photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:50 Wake
9 Breakfast
10 Laundry
3 Meal 2
7 Meal 3
11ish Meal 4
Today's Cooks
Jody S, head cook
Rod R
Lori C
Pat R
Luba S
Toni H
Betty H
Bill S drives
Today's News
AFTERNOON UPDATE: Laundry in very rural Illinois on a Sunday morning proved to be more of a logistical inconvenience than originally anticipated. The corps was just taking the field to rehearse at 5:30 p.m. today, so the schedule has been revised. Meal 3 is now at 8:45 p.m. and Meal 4 is 12:15 a.m. Long day for the corps and the cooks too.
The corps got in on time this morning -- thanks to a great job by the members in getting everything loaded and cleaned for an on-time departure last night from Dubuque despite being behind schedule at the Symphony Pops concert. And the cooks. They had to move Meal 4 inside because of off and on showers. They fed the nuggets, chips, fruit, pie, treats, and milk and got everything back out to the cooktruck and cleaned up for the packing crew in record time. The cooks even got a couple of hours of floor time after they arrive in Varna before they were up again to cook breakfast.
The pops concert had to be moved indoors to the gym at Dubuque Senior yesterday afternoon because of high winds. And it was a good thing because it drizzled rain pretty much all evening. (See above) There was a huge crowd for the concert.
The corps is in Varna today. They are starting off with laundry, which entails a long bus ride from the school, so today's schedule is "loose." Meal 4 is at "11ish" because they finally have a fairly dry field with lights to rehearse so they may go late tonight for the changes they are making to an already fantastic show.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Today is Saturday, June 28; it's Dubuque Symphony day
We are in Dubuque, IA
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
The best French toast ever
Bacon
Fresh fruit
Meal 2
Orange chicken
Scalloped potatoes
Apple salad
Cookies
Meal 3
Ravioli
Bread sticks
Corn
Meal 4
Chicken nuggets
Chips
Leftover pie and cookies
Colt Cadets home show photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
8:15 Wake
8:25 Breakfast
8:45 Staff meeting
9:15 Warmup for brass and percussion; guard sectionals
10 Rehearse with conductor
11 Sectionals
1:30 Meal 2
2:30 Brass leave for rehearsal/guard on field
5 Meal 3
6 Leave for concert (everyone)
10 Meal 4/pack/load
12 Depart for Varna
Today's Cooks
Jody S, head cook
Lori C
Pat R
Luba S
Betty H
Peg L
Lisa P
Terry L
Becky K
Rod R
Toni H
Lorrie M
Bill S drives
Today's News
Thanks to Peg L who just completed a fantastic week as head cook. We’ll miss the ChiPEGlis
To D99: Rodoo is alive and well with us
The corps had a great show in Normal last night and a good trip back to Dubuque for the Symphony Pops concert tonight
The brass and pit set up just outside the cooktruck this afternoon and were tuning up the ballad, much to the delight of the cooks
There were lots of helping hands in Dubuque today and that meant re-arranging and straightening the equipment truck and loading/organizing the new souvie truck. The new souvie truck was getting Colts decals today too. So it was a busy day. Just like always on tour
There were off and on sprinkles and raindrops but nothing by time for Meal 2 to disrupt rehearsals
Mike and Lauren R showed up Saturday to give the uniforms a much needed washing. Penny D and Patty T helped with that monumental task
They look at you funny at Wal-Mart when you buy 48 dozen eggs at once. They sell you the eggs, but they look at you funny
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
The best French toast ever
Bacon
Fresh fruit
Meal 2
Orange chicken
Scalloped potatoes
Apple salad
Cookies
Meal 3
Ravioli
Bread sticks
Corn
Meal 4
Chicken nuggets
Chips
Leftover pie and cookies
Colt Cadets home show photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
8:15 Wake
8:25 Breakfast
8:45 Staff meeting
9:15 Warmup for brass and percussion; guard sectionals
10 Rehearse with conductor
11 Sectionals
1:30 Meal 2
2:30 Brass leave for rehearsal/guard on field
5 Meal 3
6 Leave for concert (everyone)
10 Meal 4/pack/load
12 Depart for Varna
Today's Cooks
Jody S, head cook
Lori C
Pat R
Luba S
Betty H
Peg L
Lisa P
Terry L
Becky K
Rod R
Toni H
Lorrie M
Bill S drives
Today's News
Thanks to Peg L who just completed a fantastic week as head cook. We’ll miss the ChiPEGlis
To D99: Rodoo is alive and well with us
The corps had a great show in Normal last night and a good trip back to Dubuque for the Symphony Pops concert tonight
The brass and pit set up just outside the cooktruck this afternoon and were tuning up the ballad, much to the delight of the cooks
There were lots of helping hands in Dubuque today and that meant re-arranging and straightening the equipment truck and loading/organizing the new souvie truck. The new souvie truck was getting Colts decals today too. So it was a busy day. Just like always on tour
There were off and on sprinkles and raindrops but nothing by time for Meal 2 to disrupt rehearsals
Mike and Lauren R showed up Saturday to give the uniforms a much needed washing. Penny D and Patty T helped with that monumental task
They look at you funny at Wal-Mart when you buy 48 dozen eggs at once. They sell you the eggs, but they look at you funny
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Drum Corps Volunteer video
There is a nice video on DCI.org about drum corps volunteers. Hey - this is what we do! OK, it's not about "our" corps, but it was filmed here in Bloomington on the day Barry helped them serve breakfast. By the way, the stadium seen at the end of the video is not the site of the World Championships.
Today is Friday, June 27; it's a show day
We are in Normal, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Sausage biscuit and gravy
Country fried steak
Scrambled eggs
Fresh fruit cups with strawberries and whipped cream
Meal 2
Philly cheese steak sandwiches
Au gratin potatoes
Green beans
Fresh veggies and dip
No meal 3 today
Meal 4
Chili dogs
Chili cheese fries
Pudding parfaits
Home show photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10 Staff meeting
10:30 Warmup
11 Ensemble
1:45 Meal 2/pack/load
3:30 Depart for show
5 Warmup
7:07 Gate
7:17 Performance
7:45 Meal 4
11 Depart for Dubuque
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Toni H
Rod R
Becky K
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Today's News
Today dawned humid in Illinois and then it just poured rain around breakfast time. But one of the people at the school opened up the cafeteria, turned on TVs and the air conditioning, so the corps got to stretch inside in the A.C. and then have breakfast at tables and chairs. The cooks got to use the school's kitchen serving line to serve breakfast, so sounds like they made the best of it.
Today's schedule is compressed (no meal 3) because of the later wakeup this morning and the show time tonight.
Everybody was pumped after the Colts performance and encore last night. All the corps members had lots of time after the show to visit with family and friends who could make it to Dubuque on a Thursday night. The show itself was super. So colorful and packed with familiar melodies. The 'visiting' corps also were great, so the big crowd got a top-shelf drum corps show last night -- from the Racine Scouts all the way through to the Colts.
The Colt Cadets wowed the crowd too. Their show is a real crowd pleaser this year. Really nice to see them making a big step forward in Open Class. Racine's show was fun. Revolution was a good show to listen to. The Colt Cadets, though, have the whole package. And such an energy level for the home crowd last night. Way to go Cadets!
Carolina has a crowd-pleasing show again this year. Their brass line -- to my admittedly untrained ear -- is great. And lots of familiar music that the crowd can really connect with. Fun. Blue Knights played a very complex show well. Blue Stars have a fun visual show -- you feel like you've watched the Tour de France. Phantom Regiment's show is very, very dark -- but it also connects with the crowd. Overall, I thought this year's shows were way more crowd oriented. At least those in Dubuque last night were.
The Colts really shined last night for their biggest fans. So musical. So colorful. Such a wonderful night to spend 'on the town' with them. Brass, percussion, guard -- the whole thing is coming together so well this year. Yay Colts! (Gush, gush)
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Sausage biscuit and gravy
Country fried steak
Scrambled eggs
Fresh fruit cups with strawberries and whipped cream
Meal 2
Philly cheese steak sandwiches
Au gratin potatoes
Green beans
Fresh veggies and dip
No meal 3 today
Meal 4
Chili dogs
Chili cheese fries
Pudding parfaits
Home show photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10 Staff meeting
10:30 Warmup
11 Ensemble
1:45 Meal 2/pack/load
3:30 Depart for show
5 Warmup
7:07 Gate
7:17 Performance
7:45 Meal 4
11 Depart for Dubuque
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Toni H
Rod R
Becky K
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Today's News
Today dawned humid in Illinois and then it just poured rain around breakfast time. But one of the people at the school opened up the cafeteria, turned on TVs and the air conditioning, so the corps got to stretch inside in the A.C. and then have breakfast at tables and chairs. The cooks got to use the school's kitchen serving line to serve breakfast, so sounds like they made the best of it.
Today's schedule is compressed (no meal 3) because of the later wakeup this morning and the show time tonight.
Everybody was pumped after the Colts performance and encore last night. All the corps members had lots of time after the show to visit with family and friends who could make it to Dubuque on a Thursday night. The show itself was super. So colorful and packed with familiar melodies. The 'visiting' corps also were great, so the big crowd got a top-shelf drum corps show last night -- from the Racine Scouts all the way through to the Colts.
The Colt Cadets wowed the crowd too. Their show is a real crowd pleaser this year. Really nice to see them making a big step forward in Open Class. Racine's show was fun. Revolution was a good show to listen to. The Colt Cadets, though, have the whole package. And such an energy level for the home crowd last night. Way to go Cadets!
Carolina has a crowd-pleasing show again this year. Their brass line -- to my admittedly untrained ear -- is great. And lots of familiar music that the crowd can really connect with. Fun. Blue Knights played a very complex show well. Blue Stars have a fun visual show -- you feel like you've watched the Tour de France. Phantom Regiment's show is very, very dark -- but it also connects with the crowd. Overall, I thought this year's shows were way more crowd oriented. At least those in Dubuque last night were.
The Colts really shined last night for their biggest fans. So musical. So colorful. Such a wonderful night to spend 'on the town' with them. Brass, percussion, guard -- the whole thing is coming together so well this year. Yay Colts! (Gush, gush)
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Today is Thursday, June 26; it's HOME SHOW
We are in Dubuque, IA
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Fresh fruit
Meal 2
Chicken Alfredo
Bread sticks
Salad
Fruit
Fresh veggies and dip
Meal 3
Brats (provided by the MOM staff)
Mac & cheese
Raw veggies and dip
Meal 4
Pretzels with cheese sauce
Apple pie and ice cream
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10:30 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis
3:15 Ensemble
5 Meal 3, pack & load
7 Warmup
9:04 Gate
9:14 Performance
10 Meal 4
12 Depart for Normal
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Rod R
Becky K
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
And lots and lots of volunteer helpers
Today's News
It's home show, so it's crazy in Dubuque! The cooks are holding up well trying to juggle four meals and all the questions that come up. Pies are arriving for Meal 4. The show volunteers are getting set up and ready for admissions, concessions, etc. Souvie trucks are being moved in, and oh yeah, the Colts and Colt Cadets are rehearsing.
We're actually on site today (at last!) and it's great to see everyone. Lots of parents. Lots of old friends. The show lineup is super. Come on out!
A couple of things I found on the side of the cooktruck today:
There is nothing more dangerous than a group of people with nothing to lose and everything to gain. GET SOME!
All things are possible when you believe in yourself and those around you. The Colts are my inspiration! I believe in miracles and I believe in you!! See you soon. I love you guys.
Ray
And rememeber: Travel safe and be on time.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Click for weather report and forecast
View Larger Map
Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Fresh fruit
Meal 2
Chicken Alfredo
Bread sticks
Salad
Fruit
Fresh veggies and dip
Meal 3
Brats (provided by the MOM staff)
Mac & cheese
Raw veggies and dip
Meal 4
Pretzels with cheese sauce
Apple pie and ice cream
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10:30 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis
3:15 Ensemble
5 Meal 3, pack & load
7 Warmup
9:04 Gate
9:14 Performance
10 Meal 4
12 Depart for Normal
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Rod R
Becky K
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
And lots and lots of volunteer helpers
Today's News
It's home show, so it's crazy in Dubuque! The cooks are holding up well trying to juggle four meals and all the questions that come up. Pies are arriving for Meal 4. The show volunteers are getting set up and ready for admissions, concessions, etc. Souvie trucks are being moved in, and oh yeah, the Colts and Colt Cadets are rehearsing.
We're actually on site today (at last!) and it's great to see everyone. Lots of parents. Lots of old friends. The show lineup is super. Come on out!
A couple of things I found on the side of the cooktruck today:
There is nothing more dangerous than a group of people with nothing to lose and everything to gain. GET SOME!
All things are possible when you believe in yourself and those around you. The Colts are my inspiration! I believe in miracles and I believe in you!! See you soon. I love you guys.
Ray
And rememeber: Travel safe and be on time.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
All about maps and a reminder to read colts.org
The maps: Long-time readers of the VCT (virtual cooktruck) know that the daily maps give only an approximation of where the corps is today. Or will be tomorrow. Even though you can go to Google maps and zoom way in -- to street level in some cases -- that's not the way to find out where the corps is today. We don't use the exact address of the housing site to make the maps. I usually just get as close to the city as I can. And sometimes the town listed is the location of the show that night, not the housing site itself.
If you are looking to catch up with the corps, consult the daily itinerary posted at colts.org and sent to all members and parents as the season goes along. Don't try to follow my maps to the Colts. You'll just get lost.
More on maps: If I'm not half-asleep when I'm making them, this is the system I use for this year's Google maps: the red placemark is where the Colts ARE today. The blue placemark is where the WERE yesterday. And the green placemark is where they WILL BE tomorrow. Not that I don't screw up the system sometimes. Also, if for instance they ARE and WILL BE the same place, there'll just be one placemark for that, not two. What color I might use for the "overlap" days is anybody's guess.
colts.org: Please go to www.colts.org for official word on what's up with the Colts. Like for housing changes, updates on where the Colts are staying where there's been no location listed, etc. We don't always get a chance to cross-post things that are up there. And we pretty much think you guys are going there anyway. So it's best to check both sites every day.
If you are looking to catch up with the corps, consult the daily itinerary posted at colts.org and sent to all members and parents as the season goes along. Don't try to follow my maps to the Colts. You'll just get lost.
More on maps: If I'm not half-asleep when I'm making them, this is the system I use for this year's Google maps: the red placemark is where the Colts ARE today. The blue placemark is where the WERE yesterday. And the green placemark is where they WILL BE tomorrow. Not that I don't screw up the system sometimes. Also, if for instance they ARE and WILL BE the same place, there'll just be one placemark for that, not two. What color I might use for the "overlap" days is anybody's guess.
colts.org: Please go to www.colts.org for official word on what's up with the Colts. Like for housing changes, updates on where the Colts are staying where there's been no location listed, etc. We don't always get a chance to cross-post things that are up there. And we pretty much think you guys are going there anyway. So it's best to check both sites every day.
Today is Wednesday, June 25; it's a rehearsal day
We are in Spirit Lake, IA
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Hot oatmeal
Cinnamon streusel
Sausage links
Grapes, oranges, apples
Meal 2
Pork fritter or chicken on a bun
Green beans with bacon
Applesauce
Fresh veggies
Fresh fruit
Meal 3
ChiPEGlis
Rice and beans
Salsa and chips
Meal 4
Mustgoes/Wal-Mart run
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
8 Wake
8:10 Stretch
8:40 Breakfast
12:30 Meal 2
5:30 Meal 3
7:30 Dog & pony show
9 Meal 4
9:30 Wal-Mart run
11 Depart for Dubuque
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Today's News
The show was awesome last night. No problems along the way. The cooks are hoping for some homemade goodies when they get to Dubuque for home show tomorrow.
Wal-Mart run tonight. I'll bet everyone is excited.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Click for weather report and forecast
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Hot oatmeal
Cinnamon streusel
Sausage links
Grapes, oranges, apples
Meal 2
Pork fritter or chicken on a bun
Green beans with bacon
Applesauce
Fresh veggies
Fresh fruit
Meal 3
ChiPEGlis
Rice and beans
Salsa and chips
Meal 4
Mustgoes/Wal-Mart run
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
8 Wake
8:10 Stretch
8:40 Breakfast
12:30 Meal 2
5:30 Meal 3
7:30 Dog & pony show
9 Meal 4
9:30 Wal-Mart run
11 Depart for Dubuque
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Today's News
The show was awesome last night. No problems along the way. The cooks are hoping for some homemade goodies when they get to Dubuque for home show tomorrow.
Wal-Mart run tonight. I'll bet everyone is excited.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Today is Tuesday, June 24; it's a show day
We are in Sioux Falls, SD
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Glorrie-ous fruit and yogurt parfaits
BaGails and cream cheese
Bacon
Meal 2
Beef tips and gravy
Buttered noodles
Corn
Megawatt smiles
Meal 3
Pasta salad
(Bacon ranch or Italian antipasto)
Rolls
Meal 4
Meatball subs
Chips
Mixed fresh veggies
Donated homemade cookies
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10 Staff meeting
10:30 Visual
12:15 Brass meal 2
12:30 Guard and percussion meal 2
12:45 Warmup and sectionals
2:10 Ensemble
3:40 Meal 3, pack & load
5:20 Depart for show
5:50 Arrive
7:52 Gate
8:02 Performance
8:30 Meal 4
11 Depart for Spirit Lake, IA
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Peter H
Gail H
Today's News
The corps arrived about 3:30 a.m. after an awesome show in Mankato, MN, last night. Everything is going along great.
The cooks send out their thanks for all the donations they've been receiving, especially the birthday cake and icy freezes last night.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Glorrie-ous fruit and yogurt parfaits
BaGails and cream cheese
Bacon
Meal 2
Beef tips and gravy
Buttered noodles
Corn
Megawatt smiles
Meal 3
Pasta salad
(Bacon ranch or Italian antipasto)
Rolls
Meal 4
Meatball subs
Chips
Mixed fresh veggies
Donated homemade cookies
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10 Staff meeting
10:30 Visual
12:15 Brass meal 2
12:30 Guard and percussion meal 2
12:45 Warmup and sectionals
2:10 Ensemble
3:40 Meal 3, pack & load
5:20 Depart for show
5:50 Arrive
7:52 Gate
8:02 Performance
8:30 Meal 4
11 Depart for Spirit Lake, IA
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Peter H
Gail H
Today's News
The corps arrived about 3:30 a.m. after an awesome show in Mankato, MN, last night. Everything is going along great.
The cooks send out their thanks for all the donations they've been receiving, especially the birthday cake and icy freezes last night.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Monday, June 23, 2008
Today is Monday, June 23; it's a show day
We are in Mankato, MN
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Egg McLisas
Potato wedges
Fruit
Meal 2
Chicken Terry Aki (that's the way Peg told me to spell it)
Buttered herb rice
Carrots and broccoli and dip
Fruit
Meal 3
Spaghetti pie
Salad
Rolls
Meal 4
Chicken nuggets (with Colt Cadets)
Fries
Cookies
Birthday cake
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
8 Wake
8:10 Stretch
8:40 Breakfast
12:30 Brass Meal 2
12:45 Percussion Meal 2
1 Guard Meal 2
4 Meal 3/pack/load
5:45 Depart for show
6:15 Arrive at stadium
8:32 Gate
8:42 Performance
9:15 Meal 4 (with Colt Cadets)
11 Depart for Sioux Falls, SD
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Peter H
Gail H
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Brittany J!
The corps arrived about 1:30 a.m. Today in Minnesota is beautiful, with sunny skies and a light breeze. Peg said it is "Absolutely perfect."
Last night's show was really good, and everyone was excited afterward. Peg says the buses were parked about three-quarters of a mile from the cooktruck last night and they didn't have a big crowd for Meal 4 because some of the members decided not to make the walk but to find other things to do with their time. But it was all good.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Egg McLisas
Potato wedges
Fruit
Meal 2
Chicken Terry Aki (that's the way Peg told me to spell it)
Buttered herb rice
Carrots and broccoli and dip
Fruit
Meal 3
Spaghetti pie
Salad
Rolls
Meal 4
Chicken nuggets (with Colt Cadets)
Fries
Cookies
Birthday cake
Photo by Tami R.
Today's Schedule
8 Wake
8:10 Stretch
8:40 Breakfast
12:30 Brass Meal 2
12:45 Percussion Meal 2
1 Guard Meal 2
4 Meal 3/pack/load
5:45 Depart for show
6:15 Arrive at stadium
8:32 Gate
8:42 Performance
9:15 Meal 4 (with Colt Cadets)
11 Depart for Sioux Falls, SD
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Peter H
Gail H
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Brittany J!
The corps arrived about 1:30 a.m. Today in Minnesota is beautiful, with sunny skies and a light breeze. Peg said it is "Absolutely perfect."
Last night's show was really good, and everyone was excited afterward. Peg says the buses were parked about three-quarters of a mile from the cooktruck last night and they didn't have a big crowd for Meal 4 because some of the members decided not to make the walk but to find other things to do with their time. But it was all good.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Rockford photos from Tami R.
Tamara R. scores with the first performance pictures of the Colts and Colt Cadets with pictures from the show in Rockford. The links to her galleries are listed at the right. Thanks Tami!
Well, they DO call it Drum Corps INTERNATIONAL, after all
More encouragement by email from far-off parents and supporters. Keep them coming. We'll even print them off and take them to the corps when we can.
Keep going Colts and don't stop believing in yourselves.
Keep going Colts and don't stop believing in yourselves.
Let your dream lead you
It's bean a month + of practice in too nasty conditions (rain - wind - nasty weather)
Now it's time to show them what you are made of.
My son from Longueuil, Quebec, Canada decided to be with your team because
you could be the team to achieve its dream
SO FROM QUEBEC ,CANADA (FAN CLUB)
Have fun and believe in yourselves and make your dream come true
GO COOOOOOOOOLTS
Father and Mother of Vincent Thibert (guard member)
Today is Sunday, June 22; it's a show day
We are in Stillwater, MN
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Cheese/egg wrap
Sausage
Fruit
Meal 2
Mustgo snack
Meal 3
Provided and delivered by Minnesota Brass, Inc.
Meal 4
Vegetable beef stew
Bakery rolls
Brownies
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10:30 Visual
11:30 Sectionals
12:30-1:00 Percussion snack
12:45-1:15 Brass snack
1:00-1:30 Guard snack
1:00 Sectionals; percussion on field
2:00 Ensemble
3:45 Eat, pack & load
5:25 Depart for show
5:55 Arrive
7:57 Gate
8:07 Performance
8:45 Dinner with Cadets
11:00 Depart
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Jody G
Bill S
Luba S
Today's News
Peg is the new head cook beginning today. Thanks Jody, for all of your hard work as head cook! What would we do without you?
Last night's show was wonderful. We're off to a good start! We arrived very close to on-time this morning, just after 6:00 am. The school is a very nice facility and the band director brought Caribou Coffee for the cooks. The Colts have a new souvenir truck and it's out on the road now.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Cheese/egg wrap
Sausage
Fruit
Meal 2
Mustgo snack
Meal 3
Provided and delivered by Minnesota Brass, Inc.
Meal 4
Vegetable beef stew
Bakery rolls
Brownies
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
9:00 Wake
9:10 Stretch
9:40 Breakfast
10:30 Visual
11:30 Sectionals
12:30-1:00 Percussion snack
12:45-1:15 Brass snack
1:00-1:30 Guard snack
1:00 Sectionals; percussion on field
2:00 Ensemble
3:45 Eat, pack & load
5:25 Depart for show
5:55 Arrive
7:57 Gate
8:07 Performance
8:45 Dinner with Cadets
11:00 Depart
Today's Cooks
Peg L, head cook
Lisa P
Terry L
Lorrie M
Jody G
Bill S
Luba S
Today's News
Peg is the new head cook beginning today. Thanks Jody, for all of your hard work as head cook! What would we do without you?
Last night's show was wonderful. We're off to a good start! We arrived very close to on-time this morning, just after 6:00 am. The school is a very nice facility and the band director brought Caribou Coffee for the cooks. The Colts have a new souvenir truck and it's out on the road now.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Yeah Colts! And a word about scores
Congratulations to the Colts on the first competition in Rockford last night. Way to go Red Team!
For those of you new here, a word about scores. We don't do scores on the Virtual Cooktruck. You can get the best, fastest scores from dci.org or by your Colt calling you from the road. You can find places on the Internet to talk about scores, judging, standings, and unimportant stuff like that. I'm sure you can find a Facebook group that will welcome you with open arms. But we don't do that here. Congratulations, yes. Go get 'em Colts and Colt Cadets, yes. Commenting on scoring, judging, the unfairness of the world, please, no.
We're proud of our Colts. We worry about the things we can do something about: keeping them fed, keeping them safe, keeping them healthy. Everything else will take care of itself.
Go Red Team!
For those of you new here, a word about scores. We don't do scores on the Virtual Cooktruck. You can get the best, fastest scores from dci.org or by your Colt calling you from the road. You can find places on the Internet to talk about scores, judging, standings, and unimportant stuff like that. I'm sure you can find a Facebook group that will welcome you with open arms. But we don't do that here. Congratulations, yes. Go get 'em Colts and Colt Cadets, yes. Commenting on scoring, judging, the unfairness of the world, please, no.
We're proud of our Colts. We worry about the things we can do something about: keeping them fed, keeping them safe, keeping them healthy. Everything else will take care of itself.
Go Red Team!
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Go Red Team!
This came as an email to me, but I think it was intended for the corps, so I'm posting it here.
This is Joe Ready's dad, Neil, out here in Portland, Oregon....the ARGONAUT D&B CORPS ALUMNI & Family want wish the COLTS a GREAT FIRST SHOW and a very SUCCESSFULL SEASON this year.
This is Joe Ready's dad, Neil, out here in Portland, Oregon....the ARGONAUT D&B CORPS ALUMNI & Family want wish the COLTS a GREAT FIRST SHOW and a very SUCCESSFULL SEASON this year.
Later Ready Family GO BIG RED!!!!!
Today is Saturday, June 21; it's a SHOW DAY!!!!!!!!!
We are in Rockford, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Cinnamon streusel
Potato patties
Bacon
Meal 2
l/o casserole or chili con carne
Pretzels
Fruit
Meal 3
Build your own burgers
Potato wedges
Cole slaw
Carrots
Meal 4
Ravioli
Bread stick
Corn
Lemon poppyseed cake
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8:00 Meal 1
9:00 Visual
11:00 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Sectionals
2:30 Ensemble
4:00 Eat, pack & load
5:00 Depart for show
6:30 Arrive
8:33 Gate
8:43 Step off
9:00 Snack (w/ Cadets)
11:00 Depart
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lorrie M.
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Terry L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Sam M!
Thanks for yesterday's donations of oranges, grapes, watermelon, bananas, forks, and spoons. There was a small crowd at dress rehearsal last night. The late change of venue may have contributed to a smaller turnout.
The members are REALLY ready for Cornfield Tour to be over - especially the vets. Yeah! It's a show day! Forget summer solstice - this marks the beginning of summer.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Cinnamon streusel
Potato patties
Bacon
Meal 2
l/o casserole or chili con carne
Pretzels
Fruit
Meal 3
Build your own burgers
Potato wedges
Cole slaw
Carrots
Meal 4
Ravioli
Bread stick
Corn
Lemon poppyseed cake
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8:00 Meal 1
9:00 Visual
11:00 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Sectionals
2:30 Ensemble
4:00 Eat, pack & load
5:00 Depart for show
6:30 Arrive
8:33 Gate
8:43 Step off
9:00 Snack (w/ Cadets)
11:00 Depart
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lorrie M.
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Terry L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Sam M!
Thanks for yesterday's donations of oranges, grapes, watermelon, bananas, forks, and spoons. There was a small crowd at dress rehearsal last night. The late change of venue may have contributed to a smaller turnout.
The members are REALLY ready for Cornfield Tour to be over - especially the vets. Yeah! It's a show day! Forget summer solstice - this marks the beginning of summer.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Friday, June 20, 2008
Today is Friday, June 20; it's a cornfield tour day - the last of a very long cornfield tour
We are in South Beloit, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Biscuits & gravy
Fruit
Meal 2
BBQ pork sandwiches
Cheesy potatoes
Green beans
Peaches
Meal 3 - at the Stadium
Sub sandwich
Chips
Meal 4 - in S. Beloit
Chicken noodle casserole
Some type of vegitable
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8:00 Meal 1
9:00 Warm-up
10:30 Ensemble
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Open... (see news below)
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lorrie M.
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Yesterday we received donations of oranges, grapes, and bananas. Thanks so much to those who brought them!
All is going well; the skies are clear and there is no threat of rain. The corps is moving to Harlem Middle Shcool in Rockford this afternoon, where they will be able to use a stadium tonight. Meal 3 will be served there, and they will return to S. Beloit for Meal 4.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Biscuits & gravy
Fruit
Meal 2
BBQ pork sandwiches
Cheesy potatoes
Green beans
Peaches
Meal 3 - at the Stadium
Sub sandwich
Chips
Meal 4 - in S. Beloit
Chicken noodle casserole
Some type of vegitable
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8:00 Meal 1
9:00 Warm-up
10:30 Ensemble
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Open... (see news below)
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lorrie M.
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Yesterday we received donations of oranges, grapes, and bananas. Thanks so much to those who brought them!
All is going well; the skies are clear and there is no threat of rain. The corps is moving to Harlem Middle Shcool in Rockford this afternoon, where they will be able to use a stadium tonight. Meal 3 will be served there, and they will return to S. Beloit for Meal 4.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Today is Thursday, June 19; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in South Beloit, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bacon
Applesauce
Meal 2
Turkey or Ham pasta salad
Cheesy biscuits
Peaches
Meal 3
Pistachio salad
Chow mein/rice
Veggies and dip
Fortune cookies
Meal 4
Sub sandwiches
Chips
Watermelon
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Breakfast
8:30 Sectionals
12 Meal 2
1 Vis/full corps
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
6:30 Ensemble
8:45 Warmdown/stretch
9 Meal 4
10:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lorrie M.
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Brock and Debbie surprised Carol L with cake for her birthday last night and hung around for a while. Judy and Tom H also visited, and Judy helped in the kitchen truck. Thanks to all the visitors.
We had a couple of offers of fruit donations yesterday and thanks for them. Keep in mind that fresh fruit and veg are a constant need throughout the summer. We're feeding about 200 people a day (counting a full corps, staff, drivers, and volunteers) so plan accordingly.
The staff did a mouthpiece boil and water bottle wash last night. The staff took care of the whole thing so the cooks could concentrate on, well, cooking. Cleaning is good for health.
Overall, everything's going well with the corps and the volunteer operation. A handful of people showed up Wednesday to watch the corps work out and there were about 15 yesterday. So the interest in South Beloit is growing and they expect even more people tonight for ensemble.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bacon
Applesauce
Meal 2
Turkey or Ham pasta salad
Cheesy biscuits
Peaches
Meal 3
Pistachio salad
Chow mein/rice
Veggies and dip
Fortune cookies
Meal 4
Sub sandwiches
Chips
Watermelon
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Breakfast
8:30 Sectionals
12 Meal 2
1 Vis/full corps
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
6:30 Ensemble
8:45 Warmdown/stretch
9 Meal 4
10:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lorrie M.
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Brock and Debbie surprised Carol L with cake for her birthday last night and hung around for a while. Judy and Tom H also visited, and Judy helped in the kitchen truck. Thanks to all the visitors.
We had a couple of offers of fruit donations yesterday and thanks for them. Keep in mind that fresh fruit and veg are a constant need throughout the summer. We're feeding about 200 people a day (counting a full corps, staff, drivers, and volunteers) so plan accordingly.
The staff did a mouthpiece boil and water bottle wash last night. The staff took care of the whole thing so the cooks could concentrate on, well, cooking. Cleaning is good for health.
Overall, everything's going well with the corps and the volunteer operation. A handful of people showed up Wednesday to watch the corps work out and there were about 15 yesterday. So the interest in South Beloit is growing and they expect even more people tonight for ensemble.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Finals Housing
Good news! This isn't exactly normal cooktruck material, but I think it is of interest to our volunteers, parents, and fans. The Colts probably won't post this until they publish the initerary for the last part of tour, but it's official: The Colts and Colt Cadets will be housed during DCI Championships week at Batchelor Middle School in Bloomington, IN. We're fortunate to be two of the few corps actually housed in Bloomington.
As you may already know, most (if not all) of the hotels in Bloomington are already sold out for finals. For what it's worth, here are a couple of nearby places where people could stay for at least part of the week. As of today, there seems to be availability for August 5-7 at:
And, if you want to go in with friends and spend a bit of money, the Baker Place Guest House seems to be available for the entire week. This is a 3 bedroom upscale condo in the heart of Bloomington.
As you may already know, most (if not all) of the hotels in Bloomington are already sold out for finals. For what it's worth, here are a couple of nearby places where people could stay for at least part of the week. As of today, there seems to be availability for August 5-7 at:
- Wampler House Bed & Breakfast (0.82 mi from the Colts housing)
- Eagle Pointe lakefront condominiums
- Canyon Inn at McCormick's Creek State Park
And, if you want to go in with friends and spend a bit of money, the Baker Place Guest House seems to be available for the entire week. This is a 3 bedroom upscale condo in the heart of Bloomington.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Today is Wednesday, June 18; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in South Beloit, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Applesauce
Meal 2
Pork fritters or chicken
Madarin salad
Veggies
Meal 3
Baked ziti
Meatballs
Garlic French bread
Fruit cup
Meal 4
Chicken nugget wraps
Cottage cheese
Surprise
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Breakfast
8:30 Sectionals/guard on the main field
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis/full corps
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
6:30 Ensemble
8:45 Warmdown
9 Meal 4
10:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Carol L! (She's getting a surprise for her birthday. Shhhhhhhhh. Don't tell)
We interrupt our broadcast for a message from the cooks: DONATE FRESH FRUIT. We've have very few donations of fresh fruit this season and a nice apple, peach, banana, or a slice of watermelon would be greatly appreciated by the Colts. (We now return you to your regular programming)
The food drop is today instead of Thursday. The truck was delayed by construction, high water, and detours but pulled in while I was talking to Bill and Jody on the phone. I reminded Bill to wear his gloves while packing the freezer.
Speaking of high water, Bill says even though the river at Beloit was forecast to rise 4 to 6 inches today, the corps is well away from it and are not in any danger of having to move or anything because of flooding. "Not a problem. Not at all," Bill says.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Applesauce
Meal 2
Pork fritters or chicken
Madarin salad
Veggies
Meal 3
Baked ziti
Meatballs
Garlic French bread
Fruit cup
Meal 4
Chicken nugget wraps
Cottage cheese
Surprise
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Breakfast
8:30 Sectionals/guard on the main field
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis/full corps
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
6:30 Ensemble
8:45 Warmdown
9 Meal 4
10:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Becky K
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Carol L! (She's getting a surprise for her birthday. Shhhhhhhhh. Don't tell)
We interrupt our broadcast for a message from the cooks: DONATE FRESH FRUIT. We've have very few donations of fresh fruit this season and a nice apple, peach, banana, or a slice of watermelon would be greatly appreciated by the Colts. (We now return you to your regular programming)
The food drop is today instead of Thursday. The truck was delayed by construction, high water, and detours but pulled in while I was talking to Bill and Jody on the phone. I reminded Bill to wear his gloves while packing the freezer.
Speaking of high water, Bill says even though the river at Beloit was forecast to rise 4 to 6 inches today, the corps is well away from it and are not in any danger of having to move or anything because of flooding. "Not a problem. Not at all," Bill says.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Photos from South Wayne
Jeff Q. (Sarah's dad) has posted pictures the rehearsal show in South Wayne, WI, over at her blog. The link is in the right sidebar. Thanks, Jeff
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Today is Tuesday, June 17; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in South Beloit, IL
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Bagels and cream cheese
Bacon/sausage
Meal 2
Chicken nuggets
Mac & cheese
Corn
Fruit cocktail
Meal 3
Marmalade ham
Mandarin salad
Au gratin potatoes
Peas & carrots
Meal 4
Mustgoes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:50 Wake
8 Breakfast
9 Laundry
1 Meal 2
2 Vis
3:45 Sectionals
5:30 Meal 3
6:30 Warmup
7 Ensemble
8:45 Meal 4
10 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Jess D!
The Colts got into South Beloit about 1:30 a.m., a little late but nothing major. And for all you regular Virtual Cooktruck readers, that really does mean nothing major.
It's a beautiful day in South Beloit. The corps is really starting to point toward that first show on Saturday now. The Goal for Today posted on the cooktruck this morning was: "Clean and refine Night & Day."
The cooks are parked so they look out on the school's baseball field. But there is no game, so they are safe from foul balls. (Insert you own joke here.)
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Bagels and cream cheese
Bacon/sausage
Meal 2
Chicken nuggets
Mac & cheese
Corn
Fruit cocktail
Meal 3
Marmalade ham
Mandarin salad
Au gratin potatoes
Peas & carrots
Meal 4
Mustgoes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:50 Wake
8 Breakfast
9 Laundry
1 Meal 2
2 Vis
3:45 Sectionals
5:30 Meal 3
6:30 Warmup
7 Ensemble
8:45 Meal 4
10 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lisa M
Bill M
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Jess D!
The Colts got into South Beloit about 1:30 a.m., a little late but nothing major. And for all you regular Virtual Cooktruck readers, that really does mean nothing major.
It's a beautiful day in South Beloit. The corps is really starting to point toward that first show on Saturday now. The Goal for Today posted on the cooktruck this morning was: "Clean and refine Night & Day."
The cooks are parked so they look out on the school's baseball field. But there is no game, so they are safe from foul balls. (Insert you own joke here.)
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Monday, June 16, 2008
The Virtual Cooktruck's Own Jim J. in DCI photo album
Jim J. is featured in a photo album at dci.org about this summer's finals at Indiana University. I'm assuming (until he corrects me) that Jim is one of the "local coordinators." He looks so important!
(Thanks, Olaf, for the heads-up)
(Thanks, Olaf, for the heads-up)
Today is Monday, June 16; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in South Wayne, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
French toast sticks
Bacon
Applesauce
Meal 2
Chicken nuggets
Mac & cheese
Corn
Fruit cocktail
Meal 3
Chicken teriyaki
Craisin salad
Green bean casserole
Butter and herb rice
Meal 4
Minnesota corn dogs (I think we used to call these Pronto Pups)
Tater tots
Ice cream sundaes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8 Breakfast
9 Vis
12 Meal 2
1 Sectionals
4:30 Ensemble
6 Meal 3
7 Warmup
7:30 Dog and Pony in member shirts
9:30 Meal 4/pack/load
11 Depart for South Beloit, IL
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lisa M
Bill M
Cindy S
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Curtis B!
It is dry today, although fields are still wet. There are big, puffy white clouds overhead and it is a little cool. People were actually searching out patches of sunshine at breakfast. "You want to be in the sun today, at least right now," Bill says.
The corps worked out on a side field last night because of wet conditions at the main field. They may be able to use the main field tonight for the dog and pony if it dries enough today.
The school officials in South Wayne have been just great. The principal was really welcoming and friendly. Bill made friends with the building custodian (which is always a good thing)
And the town has been wonderful. Lori C's sister has a business a couple of blocks from the school and has been great. The Colts even got 300 buns donated to them. Thanks, South Wayne!
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
French toast sticks
Bacon
Applesauce
Meal 2
Chicken nuggets
Mac & cheese
Corn
Fruit cocktail
Meal 3
Chicken teriyaki
Craisin salad
Green bean casserole
Butter and herb rice
Meal 4
Minnesota corn dogs (I think we used to call these Pronto Pups)
Tater tots
Ice cream sundaes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8 Breakfast
9 Vis
12 Meal 2
1 Sectionals
4:30 Ensemble
6 Meal 3
7 Warmup
7:30 Dog and Pony in member shirts
9:30 Meal 4/pack/load
11 Depart for South Beloit, IL
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lisa M
Bill M
Cindy S
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Curtis B!
It is dry today, although fields are still wet. There are big, puffy white clouds overhead and it is a little cool. People were actually searching out patches of sunshine at breakfast. "You want to be in the sun today, at least right now," Bill says.
The corps worked out on a side field last night because of wet conditions at the main field. They may be able to use the main field tonight for the dog and pony if it dries enough today.
The school officials in South Wayne have been just great. The principal was really welcoming and friendly. Bill made friends with the building custodian (which is always a good thing)
And the town has been wonderful. Lori C's sister has a business a couple of blocks from the school and has been great. The Colts even got 300 buns donated to them. Thanks, South Wayne!
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Today is Sunday, June 15; it's Father's Day
We are in South Wayne, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Bagels and cream cheese
Bananas
Sausage
Meal 2
Salisbury Steak
Mashed potatoes and gravy
Peas or Corn
Diced pears
Meal 3
Chicken Parmesan
Noodles
Corn
Rolls
Meal 4
Pizza
Rhubarb dump cake
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:50 Wake
9 Stretch
9:30 Breakfast
10:30 Sectionals
1:30 Meal 2
2:30 Vis
6:30 Meal 3
7:30 Warmup
8 Ensemble
10 Stretch/warmdown
10:15 Snack
11:30 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lisa M
Bill M
John B
Cindy S
Margot W
Peggy F
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
The new crew is up and running today -- on Father's Day. Yesterday's schedule was kind of scrambled because of the weather, but I'm not sure it even rose to the level of an inconvenience. Flexibility and changes because of the weather are kind of the theme of this tour so far.
Don't miss the comments on Friday's and Saturday's entries. They are priceless. Take note of the discussion of Carole's "surprise" dishes and I laughed my a** off at the fact that Barry "decided he only does that for corps he loves."
The cooktruck is well positioned in South Wayne. The cooks can look out the back door and see the practice field. That's always a bonus and inspiration for the volunteers.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Bagels and cream cheese
Bananas
Sausage
Meal 2
Salisbury Steak
Mashed potatoes and gravy
Peas or Corn
Diced pears
Meal 3
Chicken Parmesan
Noodles
Corn
Rolls
Meal 4
Pizza
Rhubarb dump cake
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:50 Wake
9 Stretch
9:30 Breakfast
10:30 Sectionals
1:30 Meal 2
2:30 Vis
6:30 Meal 3
7:30 Warmup
8 Ensemble
10 Stretch/warmdown
10:15 Snack
11:30 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Lisa M
Bill M
John B
Cindy S
Margot W
Peggy F
Luba S
Bill S
Today's News
The new crew is up and running today -- on Father's Day. Yesterday's schedule was kind of scrambled because of the weather, but I'm not sure it even rose to the level of an inconvenience. Flexibility and changes because of the weather are kind of the theme of this tour so far.
Don't miss the comments on Friday's and Saturday's entries. They are priceless. Take note of the discussion of Carole's "surprise" dishes and I laughed my a** off at the fact that Barry "decided he only does that for corps he loves."
The cooktruck is well positioned in South Wayne. The cooks can look out the back door and see the practice field. That's always a bonus and inspiration for the volunteers.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Today is Saturday, June 14; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in South Wayne, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Blueberry muffins
Half a banana or apple
Meal 2
Chicken nuggets
French fries
Fruit cocktail
Meal 3
TBD (Carole had left and Jody G had not arrived by the time the call came)
Meal 4
TBD
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:45 Breakfast
8:45 Sectionals
11:45 Meal 2
12:45 Activities depend on field conditions.
5:15 Meal 3
6:15 Activities depend on field conditions.
Rest of day TBD, depending on weather
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Bill S
Luba S
Judy H
Carole B
Patty T
John B
Cindy S
Margot W
Peggy F
Today's News
Things have finally dried out a bit for the Colts, with a day and a half now of no rain. The daily schedule has been up in the air because of rain and wet conditions, but they hoped to be on the main field for Vis by mid-afternoon and possibly ensemble tonight.
Because of a lack of a dry field to work out on last night, the corps got to go to bed early (10 p.m.) They were up at 7 today and ready to go again.
Thanks to Carole, who left today after a week as head cook. She left a note on the cooktruck that said, in part: "It is always hard to leave such a talented, energetic group of people. You are truly and inspiration." She closed with: "Have a great summer. Happy eating. Go Red Team."
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Blueberry muffins
Half a banana or apple
Meal 2
Chicken nuggets
French fries
Fruit cocktail
Meal 3
TBD (Carole had left and Jody G had not arrived by the time the call came)
Meal 4
TBD
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:45 Breakfast
8:45 Sectionals
11:45 Meal 2
12:45 Activities depend on field conditions.
5:15 Meal 3
6:15 Activities depend on field conditions.
Rest of day TBD, depending on weather
Today's Cooks
Jody G, head cook
Bill S
Luba S
Judy H
Carole B
Patty T
John B
Cindy S
Margot W
Peggy F
Today's News
Things have finally dried out a bit for the Colts, with a day and a half now of no rain. The daily schedule has been up in the air because of rain and wet conditions, but they hoped to be on the main field for Vis by mid-afternoon and possibly ensemble tonight.
Because of a lack of a dry field to work out on last night, the corps got to go to bed early (10 p.m.) They were up at 7 today and ready to go again.
Thanks to Carole, who left today after a week as head cook. She left a note on the cooktruck that said, in part: "It is always hard to leave such a talented, energetic group of people. You are truly and inspiration." She closed with: "Have a great summer. Happy eating. Go Red Team."
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Friday, June 13, 2008
Today is Friday, June 13; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in South Wayne, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
French toast
Sausage
Meal 2
Chicken pot pie
Applesauce
Meal 3
Meatloaf
Cauliflower surprise
Rhubarb cobbler (donated)
Meal 4
Mustgoes
Chocolate surprise
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
9 Depart for South Wayne
10 Arrive
10 Staff meeting
11 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis
5:15 Meal 3
6:15 Ensemble
"Rehearsal ends when we are finished"
(So, Meal 4 is after that)
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Peggy F
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Judy H
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Garrett W!
Travel was this morning because of flooded roads and other weather-related inconveniences. The corps, as usual, rolled with it and were out doing visual rehearsal in South Wayne when the cooktruck call came through this afternoon.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
French toast
Sausage
Meal 2
Chicken pot pie
Applesauce
Meal 3
Meatloaf
Cauliflower surprise
Rhubarb cobbler (donated)
Meal 4
Mustgoes
Chocolate surprise
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
9 Depart for South Wayne
10 Arrive
10 Staff meeting
11 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis
5:15 Meal 3
6:15 Ensemble
"Rehearsal ends when we are finished"
(So, Meal 4 is after that)
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Peggy F
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Judy H
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Garrett W!
Travel was this morning because of flooded roads and other weather-related inconveniences. The corps, as usual, rolled with it and were out doing visual rehearsal in South Wayne when the cooktruck call came through this afternoon.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Today is Thursday, June 12; it's Summer Premier
We are in Platteville, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Peaches or oranges
Meal 2
Chicken gravy over biscuits
Corn
Raspberry applesauce Jell-O
Meal 3
Beef and noodles
Mashed potatoes
California vegetables
Chocolate dessert
Meal 4
Mustgoes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:20 Wake
8:30 Stretch
9 Breakfast
9:50 Transit to stadium
2 Meal 2
3:30 Ensemble
5:30 Meal 3/dress for performance
7 Warmup
7:30 Colt Cadets perform
8 Colts perform
10 Meal 4/shower/load
11 Depart
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Judy H
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
It's pouring down rain in Platteville. Baaaaaaah! "That's really nothing new," Carole says.
The cooks grilled the pre-cooked brats and dogs for the members last night. They bought the grill about 5 p.m., had it assembled and were feeding the kids by 6. Colts cooks are amazing.
Speaking of amazing, so is the show. Every report I've heard from people who have actually seen the performances is just glowing. Carole says the first time she really saw the show was last night. "It is just amazing," she said.
The cooktruck crew sends out a big 'thank you' for the donation of grapes and oranges. Nice change from bananas and watermelon. Please keep the donations of fresh fruit (including bananas and watermelon -- nothing against bananas and watermelon) and fresh veggies coming. Makes a great complement to the other great things the cooks are making for the corps.
There was cake and ice cream for birthdays yesterday. No birthdays today, though.
Send good thoughts for a dry spell late afternoon and evening so they can get the performance in!
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Peaches or oranges
Meal 2
Chicken gravy over biscuits
Corn
Raspberry applesauce Jell-O
Meal 3
Beef and noodles
Mashed potatoes
California vegetables
Chocolate dessert
Meal 4
Mustgoes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:20 Wake
8:30 Stretch
9 Breakfast
9:50 Transit to stadium
2 Meal 2
3:30 Ensemble
5:30 Meal 3/dress for performance
7 Warmup
7:30 Colt Cadets perform
8 Colts perform
10 Meal 4/shower/load
11 Depart
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Judy H
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
It's pouring down rain in Platteville. Baaaaaaah! "That's really nothing new," Carole says.
The cooks grilled the pre-cooked brats and dogs for the members last night. They bought the grill about 5 p.m., had it assembled and were feeding the kids by 6. Colts cooks are amazing.
Speaking of amazing, so is the show. Every report I've heard from people who have actually seen the performances is just glowing. Carole says the first time she really saw the show was last night. "It is just amazing," she said.
The cooktruck crew sends out a big 'thank you' for the donation of grapes and oranges. Nice change from bananas and watermelon. Please keep the donations of fresh fruit (including bananas and watermelon -- nothing against bananas and watermelon) and fresh veggies coming. Makes a great complement to the other great things the cooks are making for the corps.
There was cake and ice cream for birthdays yesterday. No birthdays today, though.
Send good thoughts for a dry spell late afternoon and evening so they can get the performance in!
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Today is Wednesday, June 11; it's a cornfield performance day
We are in Lancaster, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Sausage and cheese bagel
Seasoned potatoes
Bananas, grapes, oranges
Meal 2
Ham & potatoes
Peas & carrots
Pears
Meal 3
Brats or hot dogs
Potato salad
Fruit salad
Meal 4
Potato nachos
Ice cream for birthdays!
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8:15 Breakfast
9:15 Sectionals
12:45 Meal 2
1:45 Vis
6 Meal 3
7 Warmup
7:30 Dog & pony
9:45 Stretch/warmdown
10 Meal 4
11:30 Depart for Platteville
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Judy H
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Margo W
Patty T
Today's News
Happy birthday, Tim B and Keenan!
It's raining. Bah!
Last night's show in Belmont was great. Good crowd. Great show. The Colt Cadets performed too. That was great too.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Sausage and cheese bagel
Seasoned potatoes
Bananas, grapes, oranges
Meal 2
Ham & potatoes
Peas & carrots
Pears
Meal 3
Brats or hot dogs
Potato salad
Fruit salad
Meal 4
Potato nachos
Ice cream for birthdays!
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:20 Wake
7:30 Stretch
8:15 Breakfast
9:15 Sectionals
12:45 Meal 2
1:45 Vis
6 Meal 3
7 Warmup
7:30 Dog & pony
9:45 Stretch/warmdown
10 Meal 4
11:30 Depart for Platteville
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Judy H
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Margo W
Patty T
Today's News
Happy birthday, Tim B and Keenan!
It's raining. Bah!
Last night's show in Belmont was great. Good crowd. Great show. The Colt Cadets performed too. That was great too.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Belmont photos
Lots of photos from the Belmont Brass 'n' Brats performance on Sarah Q's blog and website. Use the link under 'Member Blogs and Websites' at the right.
Enjoy! And thanks to Jeff for posting the pictures.
Enjoy! And thanks to Jeff for posting the pictures.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Today is Tuesday, June 10; it's Brass 'n' Brats day
We are in Belmont, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Southwestern steak and egg bake
Potato oles
Half a banana
Meal 2
Western chicken pizza
Salad
Meal 3
Chicken patty
Cornmeal casserole
Carrot coin salad
Meal 4
(Biggest meal of the day)
Ham balls
Party potatoes
Cheesy broccoli
Peach dessert
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:30 Wake
7:40 Stretch and run
8:15 Breakfast
9 Sectionals
10:30 Ensemble
12:30-1 Brass meal 2
12:45-1:15 Percussion meal 2
1-1:30 Guard meal 2
1:40 Ensemble
3:30 Meal 3/pack/load
5:30 Depart for Belmont
7:30 Colt cadets perform
8 Circus (?!) perform
8:30 Colts perform
9 Ensemble
9:45 Depart for Lancaster
10:30 Meal 4
11:30 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Judy H
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Allen
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Kyle L!
Today is Brass 'n' Brats day, so it's a full one. This is the first day we've had that illustrates why we refer to Meal 2, Meal 3, Meal 4. Today, Meal 2 is really the snack. And Meal 4 is really the big meal of the day, which would make it dinner. I'm not sure what that makes Meal 3 at 3:30 in the afternoon. And that's why it's Meal 2, Meal 3, etc. Welcome to Drum Corps!
After all the bad weather, the corps (and cooks) were enjoying an "absolutely gorgeous" day. The sun is shining and the kids are out on the field. Ya-hoo! It's nice and cool in Wisconsin, so that helps too. Last night was pretty too. Carole said there was a great sunset. "The clouds were just beautiful -- if clouds can be beautiful when it's been such a rainy tour so far."
The school has been a delight. The cooks even got to bring chairs outside and "do some of our prep sitting down for a change."
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Southwestern steak and egg bake
Potato oles
Half a banana
Meal 2
Western chicken pizza
Salad
Meal 3
Chicken patty
Cornmeal casserole
Carrot coin salad
Meal 4
(Biggest meal of the day)
Ham balls
Party potatoes
Cheesy broccoli
Peach dessert
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7:30 Wake
7:40 Stretch and run
8:15 Breakfast
9 Sectionals
10:30 Ensemble
12:30-1 Brass meal 2
12:45-1:15 Percussion meal 2
1-1:30 Guard meal 2
1:40 Ensemble
3:30 Meal 3/pack/load
5:30 Depart for Belmont
7:30 Colt cadets perform
8 Circus (?!) perform
8:30 Colts perform
9 Ensemble
9:45 Depart for Lancaster
10:30 Meal 4
11:30 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Judy H
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Allen
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Kyle L!
Today is Brass 'n' Brats day, so it's a full one. This is the first day we've had that illustrates why we refer to Meal 2, Meal 3, Meal 4. Today, Meal 2 is really the snack. And Meal 4 is really the big meal of the day, which would make it dinner. I'm not sure what that makes Meal 3 at 3:30 in the afternoon. And that's why it's Meal 2, Meal 3, etc. Welcome to Drum Corps!
After all the bad weather, the corps (and cooks) were enjoying an "absolutely gorgeous" day. The sun is shining and the kids are out on the field. Ya-hoo! It's nice and cool in Wisconsin, so that helps too. Last night was pretty too. Carole said there was a great sunset. "The clouds were just beautiful -- if clouds can be beautiful when it's been such a rainy tour so far."
The school has been a delight. The cooks even got to bring chairs outside and "do some of our prep sitting down for a change."
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Monday, June 09, 2008
New cook calendar
A new cook calendar was posted this morning. It has some more people added to the helper list, changes in locations (like South Wayne, WI, for Dodgeville at the end of the week), and TBA locations filled in.
Download the new schedule by clicking on the link in the right sidebar.
Download the new schedule by clicking on the link in the right sidebar.
Today is Monday, June 9; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Lancaster, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Biscuits and gravy
Half a banana
Meal 2
Chicken wrap
Hash browns
Fruit
Meal 3
Salisbury steak
Mashed potatoes
Baked beans
Veggies
Meal 4
Corn dogs
Green bean casserole
And what was described as "fruit dessert cookie thing"
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
To come
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Judy H
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Kendall K! (not yesterday, like I had at first)
Food drop!
But the big news is: IT DIDN'T RAIN TODAY. (At least not yet) That's awesome. The cooks say, "The corps is going to be happily on the field tonight."
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Waffles
Sausage
Biscuits and gravy
Half a banana
Meal 2
Chicken wrap
Hash browns
Fruit
Meal 3
Salisbury steak
Mashed potatoes
Baked beans
Veggies
Meal 4
Corn dogs
Green bean casserole
And what was described as "fruit dessert cookie thing"
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
To come
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Judy H
John B
Kay T
Cindy S
Margo W
Patty T
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Kendall K! (not yesterday, like I had at first)
Food drop!
But the big news is: IT DIDN'T RAIN TODAY. (At least not yet) That's awesome. The cooks say, "The corps is going to be happily on the field tonight."
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Sunday, June 08, 2008
Today is Sunday, June 8; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Lancaster, WI
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Biscuit and gravy
Mixed fruit
Meal 2
Carole's homemade lasagna
Lettuce salad
Garlic toast or breadsticks
Brownies and leftover birthday cake
Meal 3
TBD (Meal 3 and Meal 4 menus depend on what's left in the fridge. Cooks are trying to clean out leftovers before the food drop on Monday.)
Meal 4
TBD
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
8:35 Wake
8:45 Breakfast
1 Meal 2
6 Meal 3
9:45 Meal 4
11 Lights out
(The rest of the schedule was dependent on the weather. Most of the day was probably being spent in sectionals and ensemble work inside the Lancaster school. See news below)
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Kay T
Dale L
John B
Cindy S
Patty T
Margo W
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, ! (no, not Kendall's birthday today. I got it wrong. It's June 9. Bad blogger. Bad)
It's been raining since the corps left Dubuque last night. (No, not absolutely constantly. It wasn't raining when the cooks went out to start breakfast this morning, but it was absolutely pouring by the time the cooks carried the biscuits and gravy inside to serve.)
The corps was "spread out all over the school" this morning, using a couple of gyms, the band room, and lots of other rooms for rehearsals. Looks like they'll be there most of the day. Enough with the rainin', already.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Biscuit and gravy
Mixed fruit
Meal 2
Carole's homemade lasagna
Lettuce salad
Garlic toast or breadsticks
Brownies and leftover birthday cake
Meal 3
TBD (Meal 3 and Meal 4 menus depend on what's left in the fridge. Cooks are trying to clean out leftovers before the food drop on Monday.)
Meal 4
TBD
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
8:35 Wake
8:45 Breakfast
1 Meal 2
6 Meal 3
9:45 Meal 4
11 Lights out
(The rest of the schedule was dependent on the weather. Most of the day was probably being spent in sectionals and ensemble work inside the Lancaster school. See news below)
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Kay T
Dale L
John B
Cindy S
Patty T
Margo W
Sue L
Ryan L
Today's News
Happy Birthday, ! (no, not Kendall's birthday today. I got it wrong. It's June 9. Bad blogger. Bad)
It's been raining since the corps left Dubuque last night. (No, not absolutely constantly. It wasn't raining when the cooks went out to start breakfast this morning, but it was absolutely pouring by the time the cooks carried the biscuits and gravy inside to serve.)
The corps was "spread out all over the school" this morning, using a couple of gyms, the band room, and lots of other rooms for rehearsals. Looks like they'll be there most of the day. Enough with the rainin', already.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Saturday, June 07, 2008
Check out Michael Cesario on DCI Field Pass
DCI Hall of Famer and Colts program consultant Michael Cesario is the guest on dci.org's Field Pass. Hear Dan Potter's interview with Michael by clicking here.
Today is Saturday, June 7; it's CARWASH DAY
We are in Dubuque, IA
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
English muffin or waffles
Bacon
Apples, oranges, grapes, or peaches
Meal 2
Sack lunch for car wash
Meal 3
Meatball subs
Italian spaghetti salad
Green bean casserole
Meal 4
English muffin western chicken pizza
Party Baked Beans
Birthday cake for Matt B.
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
7:15 Wake/breakfast
8:10 Full corps meeting
8:30 Depart for car wash
4 Pick up from car wash/showers
5 Dinner
6:15 Depart for laundry
9:30 Wal-Mart stop
10 Snack
10:30 Pack and clean
11:30 Depart for Lancaster, WI
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Dale C
Vicki D
John B
Cindy S
Patty T
Margo W
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Matt B
Friday was fairly uneventful. (Which is a good thing) The fields in Dubuque were wet, so there was no field time. (Which is not a good thing), but the corps got lots of work done in sectionals. (Which is a good thing) Then they went for a night on the town in Dubuque, which the cooks described as "movies, shopping, and all that." I was afraid to ask what the "all that" entailed. What happens on free night, stays on free night....
Also according to the cooks, the corps "became human for a short period of time" with real people clothes, hairdos, and such.
New head cook starting today. Welcome, Carole B! And thanks to Lori for a good week on tour, despite lots of rain and storms and threats of storms.
The cooks would like you to know that donations of fresh fruit and vegetables would be greatly appreciated this week on tour. In fact, that would be appreciated any week on tour. Fruit and veg gets pricey when you have to buy it on the road, so please bring fresh stuff the corps members would eat. No specific requests; just a general call for fruits and veggies. Thanks for the outpouring that I'm sure this request will bring.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
English muffin or waffles
Bacon
Apples, oranges, grapes, or peaches
Meal 2
Sack lunch for car wash
Meal 3
Meatball subs
Italian spaghetti salad
Green bean casserole
Meal 4
English muffin western chicken pizza
Party Baked Beans
Birthday cake for Matt B.
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
7:15 Wake/breakfast
8:10 Full corps meeting
8:30 Depart for car wash
4 Pick up from car wash/showers
5 Dinner
6:15 Depart for laundry
9:30 Wal-Mart stop
10 Snack
10:30 Pack and clean
11:30 Depart for Lancaster, WI
Today's Cooks
Carole B, head cook
Dale C
Vicki D
John B
Cindy S
Patty T
Margo W
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Matt B
Friday was fairly uneventful. (Which is a good thing) The fields in Dubuque were wet, so there was no field time. (Which is not a good thing), but the corps got lots of work done in sectionals. (Which is a good thing) Then they went for a night on the town in Dubuque, which the cooks described as "movies, shopping, and all that." I was afraid to ask what the "all that" entailed. What happens on free night, stays on free night....
Also according to the cooks, the corps "became human for a short period of time" with real people clothes, hairdos, and such.
New head cook starting today. Welcome, Carole B! And thanks to Lori for a good week on tour, despite lots of rain and storms and threats of storms.
The cooks would like you to know that donations of fresh fruit and vegetables would be greatly appreciated this week on tour. In fact, that would be appreciated any week on tour. Fruit and veg gets pricey when you have to buy it on the road, so please bring fresh stuff the corps members would eat. No specific requests; just a general call for fruits and veggies. Thanks for the outpouring that I'm sure this request will bring.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Friday, June 06, 2008
Today is Friday, June 6; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Dubuque, IA
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Bagels
Sausage patties
Meal 2
Beef noodles
Green beans
Meal 3
Fajitas
Fiesta rice
Grapes
Meal 4
(free night snack)
PBJ
Mustgoes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:20 Wake
8:30 Stretch and run
9:15 Meal 1
9:45 Staff meeting
10:15 Vis
1 Meal 2
2 Sectionals - guard on the field
3:30 Ensemble
5 Meal 3 and a shower
6:30 Depart for movies/free time
12 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Dale C
Vicki D
Betty H
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Vince T and Michael H
Great show in Cresco last night. All the drill is now on the field. Now they start cleaning. And cleaning. And cleaning.
Pretty uneventful trip from Cresco to Dubuque, with an on-time arrival of 2 a.m.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Breakfast
Bagels
Sausage patties
Meal 2
Beef noodles
Green beans
Meal 3
Fajitas
Fiesta rice
Grapes
Meal 4
(free night snack)
PBJ
Mustgoes
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
8:20 Wake
8:30 Stretch and run
9:15 Meal 1
9:45 Staff meeting
10:15 Vis
1 Meal 2
2 Sectionals - guard on the field
3:30 Ensemble
5 Meal 3 and a shower
6:30 Depart for movies/free time
12 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Dale C
Vicki D
Betty H
Today's News
Happy Birthday, Vince T and Michael H
Great show in Cresco last night. All the drill is now on the field. Now they start cleaning. And cleaning. And cleaning.
Pretty uneventful trip from Cresco to Dubuque, with an on-time arrival of 2 a.m.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Today is Thursday, June 5; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Cresco, IA
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
Egg bake
Hash browns
Meal 2
Burgers
Broccoli rice
Peaches (Somehow, after looking on the equipment truck yesterday, I knew there'd be peaches today)
Meal 3
Orange pork
Scalloped potatoes
Carrots
Meal 4
Pizza
Leftovers
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
8:30 Wake
8:40 Stretch
9 Meal 1
10 Block 1
1:30 Meal 2
2:30 Block 2
6 Meal 3
7 Warmup
7:30 Performance
8:30 Ensemble
9:15 Stretch/warmdown
9:30 Snack/pack/load
11 Depart for Dubuque (scheduled arrival approx. 2 a.m.)
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Betty H (leaving today)
Dale C
Loras H
Leeta
Today's News
Happy Birthday Katie M!
There's actually sun out for the Colts today. Thanks, Cresco!
There were rain and storms last night for the bus trip from Delhi, but everybody got in fine and just about on time at 2:45 a.m. The Colts were out on the field this morning and hoped to get the remainder of the show on the field today if possible. If not, tomorrow for sure.
The weather held off yesterday in Delhi so the Colts got about 60 pages of drill done, pretty much making up for the time lost to showers this week. Way to go Colts.
I can tell you from being there, they covered a lot of ground on the field and in the dot books yesterday after they finally had the chance to use the football field. It all showed up magnificently last night in their dog and pony performance for the community. The stands were packed at the high school as the Colt Cadets and the Colts showed off their 2008 shows-in-progress. I'll tell you, both shows are something special.
The drill for the Cadets seems a little more ambitious this year, and the charts are rockin'.
If you loved them in '06 and '07, the Colts are going to blow you away in '08. They already have a presence and poise that fill the entire field. The show music is fun and familiar, but the arrangements take a new twist on the tunes. This show will make you smile. It will move you. Wait 'til this brass line blows you off the back of the stands. They showed some real power last night. Wow. And they'll again send the crowd home humming the melodies.
And they played Freebird as the encore. I was in heaven, as those of you who know me can imagine. Too bad I had to come home last night and go back to work this morning.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
Egg bake
Hash browns
Meal 2
Burgers
Broccoli rice
Peaches (Somehow, after looking on the equipment truck yesterday, I knew there'd be peaches today)
Meal 3
Orange pork
Scalloped potatoes
Carrots
Meal 4
Pizza
Leftovers
Photo by Rod R.
Today's Schedule
8:30 Wake
8:40 Stretch
9 Meal 1
10 Block 1
1:30 Meal 2
2:30 Block 2
6 Meal 3
7 Warmup
7:30 Performance
8:30 Ensemble
9:15 Stretch/warmdown
9:30 Snack/pack/load
11 Depart for Dubuque (scheduled arrival approx. 2 a.m.)
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Betty H (leaving today)
Dale C
Loras H
Leeta
Today's News
Happy Birthday Katie M!
There's actually sun out for the Colts today. Thanks, Cresco!
There were rain and storms last night for the bus trip from Delhi, but everybody got in fine and just about on time at 2:45 a.m. The Colts were out on the field this morning and hoped to get the remainder of the show on the field today if possible. If not, tomorrow for sure.
The weather held off yesterday in Delhi so the Colts got about 60 pages of drill done, pretty much making up for the time lost to showers this week. Way to go Colts.
I can tell you from being there, they covered a lot of ground on the field and in the dot books yesterday after they finally had the chance to use the football field. It all showed up magnificently last night in their dog and pony performance for the community. The stands were packed at the high school as the Colt Cadets and the Colts showed off their 2008 shows-in-progress. I'll tell you, both shows are something special.
The drill for the Cadets seems a little more ambitious this year, and the charts are rockin'.
If you loved them in '06 and '07, the Colts are going to blow you away in '08. They already have a presence and poise that fill the entire field. The show music is fun and familiar, but the arrangements take a new twist on the tunes. This show will make you smile. It will move you. Wait 'til this brass line blows you off the back of the stands. They showed some real power last night. Wow. And they'll again send the crowd home humming the melodies.
And they played Freebird as the encore. I was in heaven, as those of you who know me can imagine. Too bad I had to come home last night and go back to work this morning.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
More Pictures
David and Rod's picture galleries from the Memorial Day weekend are now posted for your viewing pleasure!
Today is Wednesday, June 4; it's a cornfield performance day
We are in Delhi, IA
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
Waffles
Bacon
Oranges/Bananas
Cereal
Meal 2
Chicken Nuggets
French Fries
Orange Salad
Mustgoes
Meal 3 - with Cadets
Ravioli
Breadsticks
Corn
Lettuce Salad
Meal 4 - with Cadets
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baked Beans
Brownies
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Meal 1
7:45 Meeting
8:10 Vis
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis
2:30 Warmup/ensemble
5:30 Meal 3
6:30 Warmup
7:30 Performance
9:30 Snack/pack/load
11 Depart for Cresco
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Betty H
Dale C
Loras H
Jane B
Leeta
Jody S
David S
Today's News
It's foggy, wet, cold, and kind of miserable this morning. Because of all the rain, the schedule lacks the normal level of detail. (This was later edited to include the entire schedule -- not posted until the afternoon, which turned out to be dry. Yes!) The details will be worked out based upon the weather and the fields drying out. Today's scheduled performance with the Cadets will probably be in the gym. Send sunshine. (The sunshine sending helped. The performance was held outside, on the football field. Thanks for all the good thoughts.)
A short vis block (without any instruments or guard equipment) is taking place on the Delhi field this morning. The kids are holding up well and are looking forward to the car wash on Saturday. Current forecast for the car wash is 85 and partly sunny.
For those that have been on the cooktruck during the last few days and were wondering - a repairman is due today to fix the knob on the griddle that is leaking gas.
Happy Birthday today, Kelli D! And Happy Birthday yesterday, Beth H!
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
Waffles
Bacon
Oranges/Bananas
Cereal
Meal 2
Chicken Nuggets
French Fries
Orange Salad
Mustgoes
Meal 3 - with Cadets
Ravioli
Breadsticks
Corn
Lettuce Salad
Meal 4 - with Cadets
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baked Beans
Brownies
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Meal 1
7:45 Meeting
8:10 Vis
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis
2:30 Warmup/ensemble
5:30 Meal 3
6:30 Warmup
7:30 Performance
9:30 Snack/pack/load
11 Depart for Cresco
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Betty H
Dale C
Loras H
Jane B
Leeta
Jody S
David S
Today's News
It's foggy, wet, cold, and kind of miserable this morning. Because of all the rain, the schedule lacks the normal level of detail. (This was later edited to include the entire schedule -- not posted until the afternoon, which turned out to be dry. Yes!) The details will be worked out based upon the weather and the fields drying out. Today's scheduled performance with the Cadets will probably be in the gym. Send sunshine. (The sunshine sending helped. The performance was held outside, on the football field. Thanks for all the good thoughts.)
A short vis block (without any instruments or guard equipment) is taking place on the Delhi field this morning. The kids are holding up well and are looking forward to the car wash on Saturday. Current forecast for the car wash is 85 and partly sunny.
For those that have been on the cooktruck during the last few days and were wondering - a repairman is due today to fix the knob on the griddle that is leaking gas.
Happy Birthday today, Kelli D! And Happy Birthday yesterday, Beth H!
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Today is Tuesday, June 3; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Delhi, IA
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
French toast
Sausage links
Cereal
Meal 2
Beef stew
Caesar salad
Applesauce
Meal 3
Coq aux peche (Peach chicken)
Cheesy potatoes
Carrots
Pumpkin bars
Meal 4
Quesadillas
Fiesta rice
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Meal 1
8:40 Vis
12:40 Meal 2
1:40 Vis/sectionals (weather permitting)
5:30 Meal 3
6:30 Warmup
7 Music ensemble
7:30 Ensemble
9 TBA
9:45 Stretch
10:05 Meal 4
11:15 Lights out
[If it continues to rain -- which it was this morning -- the corps possibly will have down time. Maybe even a movie. :) ]
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Dale C
Loras H
Leeta
Today's News
It was raining at breakfast time this morning, so the French toast was served inside. They were expecting rain in Delhi off and on all day. And for a couple of days. (Many of the rivers in Iowa were flooding today because of all the rain we've had and overnight storms. It's been so wet in Delhi that they still can't use the field.)
Debbie says there's a positive side, though. "Nobody is getting sunburned today!"
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
French toast
Sausage links
Cereal
Meal 2
Beef stew
Caesar salad
Applesauce
Meal 3
Coq aux peche (Peach chicken)
Cheesy potatoes
Carrots
Pumpkin bars
Meal 4
Quesadillas
Fiesta rice
Photo by David S.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Meal 1
8:40 Vis
12:40 Meal 2
1:40 Vis/sectionals (weather permitting)
5:30 Meal 3
6:30 Warmup
7 Music ensemble
7:30 Ensemble
9 TBA
9:45 Stretch
10:05 Meal 4
11:15 Lights out
[If it continues to rain -- which it was this morning -- the corps possibly will have down time. Maybe even a movie. :) ]
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Dale C
Loras H
Leeta
Today's News
It was raining at breakfast time this morning, so the French toast was served inside. They were expecting rain in Delhi off and on all day. And for a couple of days. (Many of the rivers in Iowa were flooding today because of all the rain we've had and overnight storms. It's been so wet in Delhi that they still can't use the field.)
Debbie says there's a positive side, though. "Nobody is getting sunburned today!"
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Monday, June 02, 2008
Today is Monday, June 2; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Delhi, IA
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
Biscuits and gravy
Meal 2
Chicken sandwich
Potato wedges
Watermelon
Meal 3
Spaghetti
Garlic bread
Corn
Tropical fruit
Meal 4
Butt Chops (Yes!)
Pasta salad
Cottage Cheese
Photo by Jim J.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Meal 1
8:40 Sectionals
12 Meal 2
1 Vis at the stadium
3 ? (Something but we don't know what)
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
7 Music ensemble
8 Ensemble
9:45 Warmdown
10 Meal 4
11:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Betty H
Dale C
Loras H
Today's News
The report from the truck today: It's a really great day. Everybody's doing fine.
Lori says the corps rehearsed in the mayor's backyard yesterday. (With all the wet conditions, the field has not dried enough to get on it for very long) Lori says: "They were able to put a field out there and rehearse. The field at the school has been wet."
They were on the field for a while today, but it rained later in the morning, so it cut that short.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Click for weather report and forecast
View Larger Map
Today's Menu
Meal 1
Biscuits and gravy
Meal 2
Chicken sandwich
Potato wedges
Watermelon
Meal 3
Spaghetti
Garlic bread
Corn
Tropical fruit
Meal 4
Butt Chops (Yes!)
Pasta salad
Cottage Cheese
Photo by Jim J.
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Meal 1
8:40 Sectionals
12 Meal 2
1 Vis at the stadium
3 ? (Something but we don't know what)
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
7 Music ensemble
8 Ensemble
9:45 Warmdown
10 Meal 4
11:15 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Vicki D
Debbie L
Betty H
Dale C
Loras H
Today's News
The report from the truck today: It's a really great day. Everybody's doing fine.
Lori says the corps rehearsed in the mayor's backyard yesterday. (With all the wet conditions, the field has not dried enough to get on it for very long) Lori says: "They were able to put a field out there and rehearse. The field at the school has been wet."
They were on the field for a while today, but it rained later in the morning, so it cut that short.
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
New pictures
There are also a bunch of new photos from cornfield tour on Sarah Q's blog. Check out the link in the right sidebar.
Sunday, June 01, 2008
Send more pictures
We now have a few incredible photo galleries from May camp, thanks so far to Jim J. and Dan B. Check them out using the links in the right sidebar.
I know there were more people there with cameras, so make a Picassa, Facebook, or other gallery and send me a link, please.
I know there were more people there with cameras, so make a Picassa, Facebook, or other gallery and send me a link, please.
Today is Sunday, June 1; it's a cornfield tour day
We are in Delhi, IA
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Today's Menu
Meal 1
Pancakes
Bacon
Meal 2
Brats or hot dogs
Pasta salad
Sauerkraut
Peaches
Meal 3
Meatloaf
Mashed potatoes and gravy
Green beans
Pears
Meal 4
Breaded pork sandwich
Mac and cheese
Cake
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Meal 1
8:40 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis (tentative)
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
6:30 Music ensemble
7 Ensemble
9:45 Stretch/warmdown
10 Meal 4
11 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Patty T
Debbie L
Betty H
Loras H
Dan L
Peggy F
Dale C
Penny D
Today's News
Bill and Luba left this morning. Thanks, Luba, for a great first week!
It's a beautiful day in Delhi. Keep sending the good weather their way! A storm system seemed to be gathering steam last night but it skirted Delhi, mainly staying north of U.S. 20. Some sprinkles around and the temperature dropped about 10 degrees, but that was all.
Music ensemble was at the top of the hill near the school last night. Reports are that they gave the neighborhood quite a concert. Especially the people who live right across the street from where the corps set up the standstill....
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
Click for weather report and forecast
View Larger Map
Today's Menu
Meal 1
Pancakes
Bacon
Meal 2
Brats or hot dogs
Pasta salad
Sauerkraut
Peaches
Meal 3
Meatloaf
Mashed potatoes and gravy
Green beans
Pears
Meal 4
Breaded pork sandwich
Mac and cheese
Cake
Today's Schedule
7 Wake
7:10 Stretch
7:40 Meal 1
8:40 Sectionals
12:30 Meal 2
1:30 Vis (tentative)
5 Meal 3
6 Warmup
6:30 Music ensemble
7 Ensemble
9:45 Stretch/warmdown
10 Meal 4
11 Lights out
Today's Cooks
Lori C, head cook
Patty T
Debbie L
Betty H
Loras H
Dan L
Peggy F
Dale C
Penny D
Today's News
Bill and Luba left this morning. Thanks, Luba, for a great first week!
It's a beautiful day in Delhi. Keep sending the good weather their way! A storm system seemed to be gathering steam last night but it skirted Delhi, mainly staying north of U.S. 20. Some sprinkles around and the temperature dropped about 10 degrees, but that was all.
Music ensemble was at the top of the hill near the school last night. Reports are that they gave the neighborhood quite a concert. Especially the people who live right across the street from where the corps set up the standstill....
As always, check colts.org for the latest official word on tour news, housing sites, mail drops, or other corps information.
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