Feis Checklist

As with most things, everybody has their own way of preparing for a feis. One useful item is a 'feis checklist' -- it saves trying to remember everything each time.

Below is an example checklist. It probably includes things you don't need (especially if you're a fella!) and omits some others, but it might form the basis of your own.

• Costume and shawl
• Makeup
• Costume knickers
• Shorts
• Crown/tiara
• Plasters/blister first aid
• Wig/hairnet/spray/etc
• Safety pins
• Hair grips
• Entry documents (if issued)
• Hairbrush
• Competition number (if issued)
• Hair bands
• Maps/directions
• Light shoes
• Record book/pen
• Heavy shoes
• Elastics for heavy shoes (if you use them)
• Camera (film, batteries?)
• Poodle socks
• Tape for shoes/scissors
• Drinks (plenty)
• Shoe shine kit
• Snacks
• Holder or cord for number
• Books/puzzles for long waits

If you are travelling a long way, or might return late at night, other useful things include: sleeping bag and pillow (for the dancer, not the driver!); snacks and drinks for the journey; damp flannel and deodorant (for after the competition); mobile phone (for phoning your your results through to your friends).

As usual, if anybody has anything to add, please email us!