This year, all Madison Scouts Alumni are invited to participate alongside the corps in the annual 4th of July Parade in Cedarburg, Wisconsin!
Since 1998, the Madison Scouts have spent the 4th of July in Cedarburg - the primary connection being to Layton Olsen, whose son, Ryan, played Timpani in the corps at the time. The day consists of a 1.1 mile parade followed by an incredible 'Piggly Wiggly Meal' (pulled pork, mac & cheese, cookies, etc.) for lunch. This has become a valued tradition in the corps.
The parade is a fun experience, full of high-fiving and directly engaging with the parade audience – much like what we did at Mardi Gras. Musicians would prepare the two-minute parade tune in advance – a Beer Barrel Polka & On Wisconsin medley. Color Guard performers will learn the ripple-parade choreography on-site.
At the conclusion of the parade, Alumni will rehydrate and congregate in Fireman's Park to cheer on the corps as they perform a standstill concert. Afterward, we'll head back to Cedarburg High School to sing YNWA together and share the Piggly Wiggly Meal.
Alumni are encouraged to stick around for the evening fireworks (usually ~9 p.m.) and drinks at a local bar. Cedarburg is a wonderful location to spend the 4th of July, and is very family-friendly.
UPDATE: Registration to join the corps ends on JUNE 3rd! June 1st
We’d love to see you there!
Need an instrument for the parade?
We were able to work out an arrangement with UW-Whitewater to use equipment. Please indicate when you sign up that you need an instrument for the performance. *You'll need to figure out how to practice beforehand.
Housing:
A hotel block has been arranged. Get info here on the website.