Walnut Creek Swim Club

What to take to a meet

1. Most important: Swim Suit, Goggles, Team Cap
2. Towels - pack several.
3. Sunscreen - your mother was right, you should always wear sunscreen!
4. Something to sit on - folding chairs or blankets. The swimmer area may be located away from the pool in the grass or on concrete.
5. Swim Parka or other outer layers.
6. Games: travel games, coloring books, books, anything to pass the time between events.
7. Food and Drinks: Bring dinner to night meets, lunch to afternoon meets. There are usually concessions if you'd rather buy.
   Water, fruit juice, gatorade etc.
   Snacks: Granola bars, fresh fruits, sandwiches etc.
8. Pop-up tent or sun canopy. The days are long and hot and there isn't always shade available.

This sounds like a lot to schlep (and it is! anything on wheels is helpful), but once you have attended a couple of meets this will all seem routine. Please do not hesitate to ask any other parent for help or information!

Note to Parent's:
Temperature at meets can range from very warm to very cold depending on the location, time of day and weather. Wear or bring lots of layers!