This comprehensive checklist will help ensure you don’t forget anything important when you pack for your next horse show.
You’re off to a horse show? How exciting! There are a lot of things to remember when packing for an event, and the last thing you want is to forget something important. This list is designed to cover anything and everything you may need!
Grooming
Grooming gloves
Curry comb
Variety of body brushes – hard, soft and finishing brush, etc.
Mane/tail brush and comb
Hoof picks (with brushes attached)
Hoof dressings
Shine enhancer
Detangler
Step stool
Bucket
Touch-up clippers
Scissors
Elastics
Shampoo and conditioner
Sponges and washcloths
Towels for drying off
Sweat scraper
Tack cleaning
Glycerin soap
Conditioner
Washcloths and double-sided sponge
Toothbrush
Metal polish
For the horse
Saddle
Girth and girth covers
Saddle pads
Ear bonnets
Number for bridle or saddle pad
Scrim sheet
Shipping boots
Everyday halter and shipping halter
Standing bandages and wraps
Lunge line
Lunge whip
Bell boots
Extra tack (stirrups, bridle, halter)
Feed bin
Water buckets
Grain meals and supplements
Hay nets and hay
For the rider
Show shirt
Stock tie
Show jacket and breeches/pants
Schooling polos/tops
Schooling breeches
Safety vest
Helmet
Hair accessories – barrettes, hair nets, bobby pins, hair spray, etc
Small mirror
Belt
Boots
Gloves
Rain gear
Miscellaneous items
Boot shine kit
Safety pins
Lint roller
Sewing kit
Sunscreen
Garment bags
Cooler
Water
Snacks
First aid kit
Folding chairs
Kleenex
Camera
Pop up tent
Laundry bag
Paper towels and wet wipes
Trash bags
Duct tape
Zip ties
Saddle racks
Manure forks
Broom
Extension cords
Flashlights
Fans
Also, be sure to remember:
- Relevant phone numbers such as for the hotel, show office, overnight watch service, on-call veterinarian and on-site farrier
- Show documents – Coggins, Horse Health certificates, all membership association cards, etc.
Horse shows can be chaotic, high pressure events and undoubtedly much more enjoyable if you arrive well-prepared!
