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March 9 marks the beginning of UNC Charlotte’s Spring Break. Many students will head south for sunny weather, north for the last remnants of snow, or home just to catch a break. Provided below is a list of 10 things not to forget on spring break, because you don’t want to be caught without them.
1. Phone Charger – If you’re lost on a mountain or lost in the middle of Miami, nothing could save you more than your cell phone. Even if you’re going somewhere you won’t have service, it’s good to have a list of contacts in case you need to reach someone, or even just to know the time of the day.
2. License & Registration – Even with the stimulus package going into effect, counties across the nation are facing budget cuts. Hence, UNC Charlotte only provided e-mailed syllabi this semester. This means that police officers across the country are bound to pull you over for only going five over, or even for your murdered out tint. If you’re not driving, you’d better have that ID to get into the club!
3. Safe Money – It’s not a bad idea to have some extra money stashed around. And no, you don’t have to tell your friends about it. You can call it bail money, or taxi money. But make sure you have something put away so in case your wallet gets stolen you have something to make it all better.
4. Clothes – Pack the right clothes! You wouldn’t want to go skiing with a bikini, unless there is a hot tub. So yes, always pack a bikini, ladies. But you wouldn’t go to the beach without a bathing suit. Even if you can’t swim, you’ve got to look good while posted up!
5. Sunblock – My bet is that we’re going to see tons of peeling foreheads and chapped lips come the week after spring break. Nobody wants to see that! Take care of yourself and your reputation by taking care of your body. You can get burnt on the mountain or the beach!
6. First Aid Kit – Senior year of high school I had three of eight friends I stayed with go to the hospital. One burnt his arm because he knocked over a pot of boiling Ramen. My other friend jumped out of a moving car at 35 m.p.h. The last guy I’d rather not mention. Bottom line is, you never know whether you or someone else is going to get too crazy on spring break.
7. GPS/Maps – Don’t leave the state without directions. We all know what north and south is, but usually it comes down to more than that. Invest in a GPS, or a set of state maps.
8. Toiletries – Unless everyone plans on doing the stanky leg all spring break, please bring toiletries. You will not have fun if your teeth look like butter sticks, and your B.O. is as strong as T.O.
9. Music – Tell all your friends to bring their iPods, CDs, and eight tracks. Don’t get stuck on a road trip without good music. A battery powered boom box would be great for the beach, or portable iPod speakers to play in your rented condo.
10. Favorite Pillow and Snacks – there is nothing like having your own pillow to sleep with in the car, especially when you’ve already stuffed it with your favorite snacks. Wake up from a long nap and be like, “Oh snap, Doritos!” Well, you don’t have to stuff your pillow with snacks, but bring both. This could save you money on fast food, and help you to not have a crooked neck by the end of the week.
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TOM TOM/ GPS
Tanning oil/ lotion
Tape
Ziplock bags
Toilet Paper
Chapstick
Sports backpack/Fanny pack
blanket
Water X3
Plastic Silverware
Canned fruit
Spaghettios
Cold Meat
Bread
Alcohol
Cameras
Spare tire/tools
Pillows n blanket
MOST IMPORTANT: Memorize your freinds numbers! your gonna be around the beach and water its a good chance your phone could get lost or water damaged.