As the summer season kicks into high gear, families are
packing bags and hitting the road for the family road trip.
Preparing for this time-honored tradition can be
overwhelming, which is why I created this helpful road trip checklist. And I
know you'll remember the big stuff like diapers and clothes, so I have included
only the essentials, along with a few nice to haves.
Print out, and then fill out this free Emergency Contact Sheet from LobotoMe: FreeRescueME.pdf
Ideally you should carry your Emergency Contact Sheet with you wherever you go (especially if a member of your family has severe allergies or a complicated medical history) in addition to having it posted in your house.
Here’s to keeping everything from furballs to gardens alive while you are away, while also making sure your house sitter is right at home.
Don’t Forget
Print out a list of instructions on how to operate electronics (remote controls, air conditioning/heat, water, gas) and your home’s other gadgets and doodads.
Printout/update your Rescue ME sheet and post it.
Notify the neighbors that someone will be staying in your casa.
Leave a set of spare keys to all that needs unlocking.
If you’ve got pets, printout/update your See Spot Checklist and post it.
Leave a list of reminders for the sitter, such as bringing in the trash, collecting mail, paying the cleaning team or dog walker, watering plants, etc., or get yourself a pad of Sit ME sheets and always be prepared.
Provide a backup person for them to call if they have an emergency of their own.
Leave any checks that should be handed out to cleaners, gardeners, dog walkers, etc.
Printout a list of numbers where you can be reached while away.
House Guest
Leave a basket filled with clean towels, a fresh bar of soap, and lotion in the bathroom or their room.
Make the bed with clean sheets.
Stock your kitchen with a few goodies and label them {Name} Eat Me or Drink Me.
Leave some fresh coffee grounds and tea on the counter with directions on how to work your kitchen gadgets.
Clear out a space in the closet and drawer for their clothing.
