What to pack for first trip?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by greenhorn27, Apr 5, 2008.

  1. greenhorn27

    greenhorn27 Bobtail Member

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    I am going to be driving for Maverick in the next few weeks. I have to go through their 6 weeks training first. I was wondering what I should bring with me to survive those 6 weeks i.e. clothes, food, hygeine, paperwork etc. Thanks for any advice.:biggrin_25515:
     
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  3. MorrisGray

    MorrisGray Light Load Member

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    Are you gonna be gone for 6 weeks or home each weekend?
     
  4. notarps4me

    notarps4me Road Train Member

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    They have free laundry in the yards. Most drivers get in on weekends so you will probably be in a motel room on the weekends, so I would pack light on clothes. They will give you a pair of work gloves and a few other things. Bring your shaving kit, and personal stuff, shower shoes etc. The yards have towels, but few have wash rags. Work boots and a pair of tennis shoes. Books or something to fill up your downtime. A small bag for dirty clothes and a small bag to take into the shower with your clean clothes and shaving gear in. Pair of coveralls would help keep your clothes clean. You can get a ride to wally world from the yard in one of the vans, so you can get what you need after you get there.
     
  5. illegal_eagle187

    illegal_eagle187 Light Load Member

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    nothin like a good ole trip to wally world...lol
     
  6. greenhorn27

    greenhorn27 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks guys. Hey notarps, are you the one that drives or did drive for Maverick? If so what do or did you think of them? Anything I need to be aware of?
     
  7. notarps4me

    notarps4me Road Train Member

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    I still drive for them. I like them. Just pay attention to what they tell you.
     
  8. smitty66

    smitty66 Light Load Member

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    i say bring 10 of everything! who knows when your going to do laundry????? i rather have too much and not need ; then not enough and need ! i can wear my pants for 3 or 5 straight , but i cant wear my underwear or socks for 5 days straight. i must change my socks daily/underwear daily.:biggrin_2554:
     
  9. AfterShock

    AfterShock Road Train Member

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    Bring a good attitude. :yes2557:
    Don't leave home without it. :biggrin_25512::biggrin_25525:
     
  10. smitty66

    smitty66 Light Load Member

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    this is so very true. but how much clothes do you bring to put on your back????????:biggrin_255:
     
  11. Repper

    Repper Bobtail Member

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    Im getting ready to go to Watkins Shep in a few weeks and have spent a lot of time compialing a list. Ill be there for 4 weeks of class then they are going to work me home over a week or two to get the rest of my stuff. Here is my total list. Not all needed for class but in the end I think its a good list. Copy and print. My wife has a dupe list so she knows what I have and need.

    2 X tooth brush, Tooth paste, Ambisol (the best for burns), TP, Imodium ad, Finger nail clippers, Q-Tips, Neosporin, First aid kit, Excederin, Moist eye drops, Razor&blades, Utility Gloves, TylonalPM, Cough Drops, Hand Mirror, Tablests of paper, stamps, Baking soda (great for heartburn), Sharpie, Bluetip matches, old news paper, Shampoo, shop towels, pkg lighters, small and big flash lights, ice pack (break and cold type), Heat pack (break and hot type), Batteries (assorted), Fan/Heater, soap, Detergent, GoJo, Lotaion, Calculator, Pocket knife, Tool kit, shower shoes, Tooth Repair kit (any drug store and there worth gold if you need it), Voice recorder, 3X pairs sunglasses, address book, sheet heavy sand paper, phone charger, Magnet wand, Beano, Supper Glue, Envelopes, Shop Towels, Funnel, Lg Ziplock bags, Extra Guitar strings

    You get the point. All this stuff is pretty small and easy to store. Long horns can add to this.
     
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