Snow Survival Kit February 10, 2010
Posted by Marina in : Winter 2009-2010 , trackbackThis past week has taught me many things about the snow, the cold weather, and how to endure all of it at college. So, to help all of you out, I have come up with a Snow Survival Kit to make sure we are all prepared for our next round of snow.
1) Food. If you here a snow storm is coming, go buy food. There were times when it was snowing so hard and the wind was going so fast that I wasn’t able to walk to Rockland! And, of course, you CANNOT go out during a winter storm to buy food. Most places close just like we do. Also, do not rely on delivery. When the storms get bad enough, delivery services are shut down. The most essential food items to have are bread, lunch meat, milk, water, and frozen meals in case you cannot access a hot meal.
2) Winter clothes. Alot of college students, including myself, do not think to pack up their snow boots and clothes when coming to college. However, thinking about bringing them to school after the storm hits is obviously too late. Make sure you grab them the next time you go home, you will need them again I’m sure!
3) Shovel. I cannot tell you home many students I watched digging out their cars with trashcans and sporting sticks this past week! The stores are all sold out, so do yourself a favor and grab an extra shovel from home. If there is an emergency, it will take you at least twice as long to dig yourself out with a trashcan than it would with a shovel.
4) Entertainment. Lets face it, a week snowed in is not ideal for anyone. Be prepared and have things to do while being stuck inside! Sure you can go outside and play in the snow… but that only lasts for so long! Board Games (especially Monopoly) are a great source of entertainment and bring people together. Movies are also great. Housewive re-runs get really old after the 6th time so try and build up your collection for times like these. Homework, as I hate to say it, can also be entertainment. Anything that keeps you busy, and not crazy, will help you deal with the inability to leave.
Bottom Line, BE PREPARED!
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