Pelham - Windham News August 27, 2010 - 11


Smart moves: Five tips that will make moving to college a snap As summer winds down, college


freshmen – and sophomores, juniors and seniors – are gearing up to move onto campus. Whether you’re moving to college for the first time or the third, you’ll find there are ways to make your move smarter and, believe it or not, more enjoy- able. You can find many resources


designed to lessen the head- aches of moving, and it’s worth it to use them. One of the most practical things you can do for a college move is to rent a mov- ing truck. Since college moves often mean traveling long distances, it can be hard to get a lot of people to help with the move. Rather than stuffing gear into multiple vehicles, a truck is a good simplifying solution. Rather than relying on guess-


work, take some tips from the experts at Penske Truck Rental, who have been helping people move for more than 40 years: 1. Condense. It’s quite likely


that your space at college is going to be smaller than what you’ve been accustomed to living in at home. Stuffing every last thing you own into your moving boxes is a bad idea—you’ll only end up with a cluttered mess in your new home. Start paring things down by considering what you need most and what you use most now. For instance, if you have some clothes that you like for special occasions but wear rarely, it’s best not to bring them. Take the clothes, shoes and personal items that you go to time and time again. As for what you’ll need, see if your college has a checklist of essential items to act as a guide.


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2. Tackle packing bit by bit. By start- ing early, you’ll avoid the stress that comes with rushing. Because you want to take a minimum of items, it can be difficult to actually get packed ahead


of time, but it’s worth it to keep an open box to put items in as you think of them. In addition, keep a running list of items that you want to bring, but which you’re still using leading up to the move. When the time finally comes, make sure you have sturdy boxes in a variety of sizes, along with foam “peanuts” and bubble wrap to protect your fragile items, a good sup- ply of packing tape and bold markers for labeling boxes. Moving blankets and hand trucks will make the experi- ence easier - be sure you’ve got them on hand. 3. Mark and group. Label the outside of your boxes as you pack. Try making a general- ized list of what’s in the box. It’s also a good idea to put your first name or symbol that’ll help you recognize what’s yours on the box, particularly if you have roommates or are moving into a dorm. In the hectic whirlwind of thousands of students moving in at once, it’s important to cut down on confusion. 4. Plan ahead. If you’re rent- ing a moving truck, it’s essential to reserve at least two weeks in advance. Because it’s a busy mov- ing season, delaying could leave you stuck without transportation. Most movers find the 12- or 16- foot truck perfect for moving a few large items or the contents of a small apartment. For guidance with truck selection, visit www. PenskeTruckRental.com.


5. Safety and security. Trucks are taller, wider, heavier and require more stopping distance than the vehicle you are used to driving. Take extra precau- tions, especially when the truck is loaded. Watch out for low-hanging tree branches and building overhangs and use extra caution when cornering. To protect your belongings, park in well-lit areas and padlock the rear door. This can be particularly important when moving to college, as thieves have a ripe opportunity to take advantage of


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you need on moving day, create a travel bag for keeping important paper- work (like your registration informa- tion and dorm confirmations), credit cards, identification, change of clothes, drinks and snacks close at hand. For a complete list of moving tips, visit www. PenskeTruckRental.com.


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