The Ultimate Pony Club Camp Checklist
Image courtesy of Charles Owen
Be the most organised parent this Summer with our detailed list of Pony Club Camp must-haves.
As the summer holidays are fast approaching, it’s time to prepare for your little ones to go off with their ponies to Pony Club Camp for a summer of fun-filled activities!
Letting your children go off on their holidays without you can be a daunting experience for most parents, so to make sure that your kids are well prepared, we have put together our very own Pony Club Camp checklist.
At Millbry Hill, you will find so many essentials that will help fill your child’s suitcase, ready for their exciting holiday experience.
Stable list:
- Headcollar and two lead ropes
- Bridle with relevant bits, reins and attachments (ensure they are suitable)
- Saddle
- Martingale, breastplate or neck strap (if worn)
- Girth (a spare may also be required)
- Saddle pad or numnah (make sure there is a spare as the pony may sweat heavily)
- Brushing boots and overreach boots (if worn)
- Full clean grooming kit including plaiting bands, fly spray, shampoo, sweat scraper, hoof oil, hoof oil brush, body brush, dandy brush, curry combo or equivalent, wound powder or spray
- Studs or stud kit (if used)
- Tack cleaning kit – soap or a spray cleaner, one sponge and a cloth
- First aid kit
- Rugs – sweat rug, stable/summer sheet
- Feed bowl and feed - to be kept in suitable covered and identified containers
- Haynet
- 2 buckets - one for water and one for tack cleaning duties or bathing
- Skipping out tub and rubber gloves (if used)
- Mucking out tools – shavings fork, shovel, broom and wheelbarrow
Clothing:
- Riding hat with up-to-date Pony Club tag (fixed peak hats are not allowed for XC over 80cm)
- Body Protector – BETA 2018 Level 3 Standard and must be approved. Check with the camp beforehand to ensure the body protector is correct if unsure
- Riding whip and gloves
- Jodhpurs (more than 1 pair) both light and dark colours. Light are to be worn for competitions
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Tweed or black or navy show jacket
- Pony Club tie/stock and badge
- Hairnet and appropriate hair ties for those with longer hair
- Riding or jodhpur boots plus clips or chaps if necessary
- Waterproof jacket
- Wellington or yard boots and mucking our clothing
- Casual clothes
- Pony Club manual or a notebook and pen
Image courtesy of Charles Owen
We always advise that you check with the Pony Club Camp for the exact list of what your child will need. Some camps will also not allow your child to take electronics with them such as mobile phones, tablets and digital cameras so it's always best to make sure you know what is allowed before your departure.
Now that you’re all prepared, we hope your little one has a fantastic summer and makes many fabulous memories with their trusty equine friend!
