If you're a snowbird, you probably have a lot to remember as you move between residences. Whether you're heading south for the winter or returning north during the summer, this snowbirds' printable checklist will help you close down one home and return the other.
A Printable Checklist for Snowbirds
The pdf printable checklist is a comprehensive reminder of everything you need to do in both homes regardless of time of year. To open the printable, click on the image. If you need help, check out this guide for Adobe printables.
Things for Snowbirds to Consider
If you've been snowbirding for a while, chances are you already have a routine in place. However, the above checklist can help keep you organized. If you're new to snowbirding, the checklist provides an outline of everything you need to do.
Winterize Your Summer Home
When leaving your summer home for the chilly winter months, you'll need to make sure the home is prepared for colder temps by shutting off water, cleaning up the outdoors, and more.
Take Care of Administrative Tasks
You'll also need to take care of important administrative tasks, such as forwarding your mail, securing prescriptions, and similar tasks.
Secure Your Home
While you're away, it's important to ensure the security of your home by alerting neighbors of your impeding travel, locking everything, and arranging for home monitoring while you're away.
Clean
Everyone wants to come return to a clean home, so making sure you clean before you leave is also important, especially emptying garbages and the fridge so you don't arrive to a smelly mess.
Pack
You also need to pack and remember to bring important items and documentation while still minimizing the amount of stuff you bring with you.
Prepare Your Vehicle
If you're driving, make sure all important vehicle maintenance tasks are up to date so you can arrive safely.
Arrive at Your Winter Home
Once at your winter home, take care of all necessary tasks to ensure you have what you need and will live comfortably for the winter months as you enjoy the sunshine.
Do It All Again in the Summer
Winter is over, and you're heading home. The checklist will help you reverse the process and return to your summer home while managing critical administrative, cleaning, packing, security, and transportation tasks.
Enjoy the Snowbird Lifestyle
The snowbird lifestyle is one that many enjoy, and why wouldn't they? Chasing the sun no matter what season is a great way to spend both the summer and the winter. So whether you're a snowbird on a budget or you have unlimited funds, use this printable snowbird checklist to help keep you organized as you travel from home to home.
