Frequently Asked Questions - All FAQs

Pioneer’s goal is to have all Members not smoke. The Pioneer policy is that you CANNOT smoke on ANY school grounds, at Pioneer facilities, on Pioneer busses, around Pioneer vehicles, in uniform, or during meetings. At the Pioneer rehearsal field, there will be a designated area to smoke. You MAY NOT smoke during rehearsals or on your breaks during rehearsals.

It is very important for the management to know of any illnesses from which you may suffer – no matter how major, minor, or embarrassing. Please note any illnesses or medications on the medical form. Only the corps management will view the medical form. If you become ill while with the corps, you will be taken to the nearest clinic or hospital. Remember, you must have your own insurance plan.

If there's an emergency involving a member, corps management will immediately attempt to contact the parents/guardians as dictated by the paperwork filled out at the beginning of the season. If there is an emergency at home, the quickest way to contact the corps is to either call the corps cell phone (414-333-2235) or call the corps office (414-327-2847). It is not uncommon for a member of the corps to leave the corps temporarily to attend a funeral or family crisis. It is completely understandable and the corps supports its members throughout the experience and will welcome them back when they are ready to return.

Yes, you can receive mail on tour! Whenever possible, a member of the teaching or support staff will bring the mail and packages from home when they join the corps on tour. To send mail to a member, send it to the corps office at the address below and place the member's name in the lower left-hand corner.

Pioneer Drum and Bugle Corps
4601 West Holt Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53219

The "togetherness and friendship we share" is demonstrated on these days. It provides for a rehearsal-free time to enjoy historic and local points of interest. The corps pays all admission fees as well as fees for tour guides. Recent cultural days have included New York City, San Antonio, Atlanta, New Orleans, Chicago and Niagara Falls.