2025 Western Thunder Band Camp Schedule

*** Please note that incoming students are exempt from Saddlue Up ***

The WTMB requires that all members arrive on campus for a one week preseason training camp. All freshmen members of the band are exempt from the Freshmen Saddle Up Orientation. This is a crucial week of preparation for our band as we will learn our pregame routines and begin learning the first halftime shows. This week also offers a great opportunity for members to get to know each other before the academic semester begins. 

Preseason Schedule

8/21 - Freshmen Move-In day; Student leadership training (just section leaders); drumline and colorguard meet to check out equipment. 

8/21 - New member check in

8/22 - Rehearsal for Drumline, Color Guard, and Freshmen members 

8/23 - Returning member check in

8/23 - 8/29 - Full band rehearsal 

8/29 - Family and Friends Performance in War Memorial Stadium (3:30 pm)

8/30 - No rehearsal 

8/31 - First day of classes

Group of WTMB members in gold tshirts and ball caps during a pregame event.