The Ultimate Horse Show Packing Checklist!
So you are headed to a show! You will likely spend a bit of time packing for a horse show….and hoping you don’t forget anything! I have compiled a handy horse show packing list – broken down by category. Please download a copy (show_packing_checklist) and print it for your use.
A little disclaimer here…. This comprehensive list is used to pack for “overnight” (or longer) shows. For day shows, where you may just haul in and out, you will be able to edit down a lot of this stuff. I also might have put some stuff in multiple categories, because some of us like our widgets with other widgets, and some of us want our widgets with our sprockets.
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miscellaneous horse show packing stuff
So here we go!!
Your game of trailer tack room tetris awaits.
The Grooming Kit
Curry comb
Grooming gloves
Body brushes – hard, soft, finishing brush
Hoof picks with attached brushes
Mane and tail brush
Mane comb
Hoof dressing
Detangler
Shine enhancer
Baby powder or corn starch
Step stool
Fly spray
Bucket
Vet Kit
Touch up clippers
Wash Rack Supplies
Shampoo
Conditioner
Detangler
Sponges
Washcloths
Sweat scraper
Shine enhancer
Hoof polish
Towels for drying off
Sponges
Liniment
Bucket
Tack Cleaning Supplies
Bucket
Glycerin soap
Conditioner
Double sided sponge
Washcloths
Toothbrush
Metal polish
Braiding Supplies
Apron or fanny pack
Yarn
Elastics
Scissors
Hair product/braiding spray
Mane comb
Seam ripper
Stiff nylon brush
Hair clip
Stall Set-Up Supplies
Pliers
Hammer
Long-handled magnet
Staple gun
Screwdrivers
Bailing twine
Duct tape
Cross ties
Stall guards
Caribiners
Zip ties
Screw eyes
Double-ended snaps
Water buckets
Feed bin
Hooks for hanging bridles and halters
Saddle racks
Shoe removal tools
Manure fork
Broom
Garden rake
Hose(s)
Hose nozzle
Wheelbarrow or muck tubs
Extension cords
Locks
Flashlight
Batteries
Fans
Hay nets and hay
Grain meals and Supplements
Warm Up Ring supplies
Bucket
Hoof pick with attached brush
Hoof polish
Bottled water
Washcloths – damp and dry
Camera – still/video
Body brush
Test book
For the Rider
Helmet
Hair ties, barrettes, bobby pins, hair net, hair spray
Small mirror
Show shirt
Stock tie
Stock pin
Show jacket
Show breeches/pants
Schooling tops/polos
Schooling breeches
Safety vest
Belt
Boots
Gloves
Spurs
Whip/crop
Rain gear
For the Horse
Saddle
Girth
Girth covers
Schooling saddle pads
Show saddle pads
Bridle(s)
Schooling boots
Honor round polo wraps
Numbers for saddle pad or bridle
Ear bonnets
Cooler
Scrim sheet
Weather appropriate blankets
Shipping halter and everyday halter
Shipping boots
Standing wraps and bandages
Lunge whip
Lunge line
Martingale
Surcingle
Bell boots
Stud kit
Stud chain
Extra buckets
Extra tack (bridle, halter, stirrups)
Stall card
Small freezer
Ice boots or icing system
Poultice paper
Miscellaneous
Safety pins
Lint roller
Boot shine kit
Sewing kit
Boot pulls
Sunscreen
Garment bags
Water
Snacks
Cooler
Folding chairs
Kleenex
First aid kit
Cameras
Laundry bag
Pop up tent
Banners
Trash bags
Laundry bag
Show paperwork – Coggins, health cert. all association membership cards
Dry erase board and markers
Paper towels/wet wipes
Boot shine kit
Phone numbers – hotel, pizza delivery, overnight watch service, show office, trainer, on-site farrier, on-call Veterinarian
And last, but not least….your sanity.
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Every horse owner needs a digital thermometer for fast and accurate vital signs
Spot removing, deodorizing, dust busting, shine adding spray.
Other sizes, too! Adds shine with the most gentle formula.
The best shampoo for shine and soothing.
For all colors - to add shine and help lift stains.
Brighten duns, palominos, and golden colors.
For dark bays, black points, and black horses
This style of sweat scraper is gentle over your horse's bony and lumpy places.
These are HandsOn Gloves with special pricing! Only in the color gray.
The jute side buffs to add shine, the other side is fuzzy for lifting dust and applying fly sprays and grooming products.
Good for grooming, shedding, and bot egg removal
Sort of a mix between a finishing brush and a body brush. Soft for sensitive horses.
Keep all of your poops in a group with this handy tote.
Boost shine and create a smooth coat with this medium brush from the best of the best - HAAS. Go forth and shine!
Gentle and effective detangling for your horse's mane and tail.
These are HandsOn Gloves with special pricing! Only in the color gray.
Omega 3's plus gut health support in a delicious cold milled flax formula. It's delicious and it will turn your horse's coat into a mirror.
Hi-quality no-bows with Back On Track reputation (that's good!)
These boots are the gold standard for jumpers and horses that like to interfere.
Buy bulk and save! This is great for stubborn hoof infections like seedy toe and thrush.
Feed your horse's hoof health from the inside out.
This supplement helps high-laminitis risk horses and has calming ingredients like magnesium.
The gold standard for bell boots in a rainbow of colors.
Be practical when wrapping your horse's legs with a traditional color, but toss in some spice with the understated pattern!
Protect your horse's legs and let them shine bright.
This style is great to protect the hoof, but is not soft and squishy for laminitis cases.
Show off your horse's legs with these safe, reflective, and fashionable boots.
Why have a boring ol' spray bottle when you can have these gems!
Gentle and effective detangling for your horse's mane and tail.
This cordless trimmer is powerful and comes with the 5-in-2 blade system for versatility.
This is my favorite clipper - and you can save 15% with code LIV15 through this link or by going to Wahlpro.com. Happy clipping!
Clean anything and store anything with this versatile hook. Easy to bring to horse shows, too!
If you love options, this surcingle has a kabillion rings to pick from.
This is the best broom for getting every last bit of shavings out of the barn aisle.
Keep all of your poops in a group with this handy tote.
Classy and practical stall guard
Let your horse have the best view with this spiffy stall guard!
No escaping, please.
Keep your horse dry during bad weather, this rain sheet is also great for windy days.
This is SO SATISFYING to shrink up your seasonal horse blankets and gear.
Be sure to check the size. Don't want doll house size or marshmallow man size, either.
Vertical storage is the best! No more digging through trunks.
Keep your horse's water and noms warm this winter.
You will be amazed at what the ground will throw at ya.
Plus you can keep dust and rodents out of your horse's blankets while saving space.
A classic pattern in a modern colorway. And it's so thick!
Soak up all the sweat and water with this Irish Knit, best for warm weather use.
Irish knits are the best wicking coolers for warmer weather.
Square coolers are traditional and versatile, and wick more than a fleece cooler.
