Horse shows are stressful enough as is, but remembering all of little details can really complicate things. I have put together a list with a checklist for both the horse and rider!
This is a list that I have put together from my personal experience. If there is anything that you think I should add, please feel free to direct message me @TheJuniorEquestrian on instagram. At the end of this post there will be a link to the doc where you can download the list and print it out for yourself, I highly recommend! With that being said, let's get this list started!
RIDING GEAR
Breeches
Show shirts
Show coat
Helmet
Tall boots
Spurs
Hairnet
Socks
Stock tie (dressage)
Vest (cross country)
Gloves
Belt
Watch (cross country)
TACK
Saddle pads
Half pad
Saddle
Girth
Bridle
Martingale (or any other accessory)
Boots/ polos
Stud kit (for my eventers)
Crop
Halter
Lead line
Longe line
Stud chain
Tack cleaner
Bits
HORSE CARE
Sheet
Blanket
Cooler
Jugs of water
First- aid kid
Stall guard
Stall sign with emergency contacts
Hay net
Hay
Feed
Supplements
Treats!
Fly spray
TACK STALL SUPPLIES
Water buckets
Clips
Food bucket
Bedding
Manure fork
Muck bucket
Broom
Shovel
Fan
Extension cord
Bungee cords
Duct tape
Saddle racks
Bridle racks
Hose
Folding chairs
Scissors
Lock
GROOMING SUPPLIES
Curry comb
Soft brush
Hard brush
Hoof pick
Mane and tail brush
Show sheen
Braiding supplies
Towels
Sponge
Wash bucket
Shampoo
Conditioner
Sweat scraper
Clippers
Hoof polish
PAPERWORK
Coggins
Membership cards
Horse registration
Health certificate
ID
Money/ checkbook
Dressage tests (if needed)
OTHER SUPPLIES
Sunscreen
Hat
Phone charger
Snacks
Hair ties
Water bottle
Sweat pants or something to put over breeches when grooming
I hope this helps! I know showing can be very stressful with a lot of stuff to remember. Feel free to contact me if I forgot anything and I will add it! You can download and print out this list, just click the link below!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_hcl8tQ1DKGwlR6pGmDEceDn8vlNV8ROM2gvKTURQTI