Horse Show Checklist
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- Before the Horse Show
- Make a list of everything you need to bring - grooming and tack - and check it off as you load the trailer.
- Attend as a spectator to see what is expected of you and your horse.
- Polish your boots, saddle and and any other leather.
- Clip your horse.
- Give your horse a bath before the show to remove any dust and debris.
- Apply a coat conditioner to help repel dust and to make it shine.
- Take an extra shirt in case you get dirt on yours.
- Wrap your horse legs to avoid them from getting stains overnight.
- Put a light-weight sheet to keep your horse clean.
- The Day of the Show
- Spend some time with your horse the day before, and that morning.
- Leave earlier than you think you need to.
- Have time to spare if your horse decides to give you grief about getting in the trailer.
- If you are traveling a long distance to the show, 4+ hours, stop and offer your horse water or a carrot.
- Do not let your horse out of the trailer during the stop.
- Bring chairs and snacks.
- Keep baby wipes on hand to clean your horse's nose, ears, around the eyes, and to wipe the dust off your horse's hooves.
- If your horse has white socks use baby powder to help whiten them if needed.
- Accustom your horse to required class maneuvers.
- Don't compare yourself to the competition.
- Establish your own goals and strive for them.
- Look confident.
- Have all tack cleaned.
- Look well put together, and professional.
- Warm up your horse and walk him around the grounds before you actually come into a class.
- Concentrate on your horse and your riding.
- Wear proper attire.
- Be polite to other riders.
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Who it's for
This Horse Show Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Horse Show essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Horse Show structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
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How to use this Horse Show Checklist
- Save Horse Show Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Horse Show (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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