{"id":11540,"date":"2025-05-08T11:40:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T10:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/?p=11540"},"modified":"2025-05-08T12:07:42","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T11:07:42","slug":"riding-with-rhis-ultimate-pony-packing-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/riding-with-rhis-ultimate-pony-packing-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Riding With Rhi&#8217;s Ultimate Pony Packing List!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Written by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ridingwithrhi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Riding with Rhi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Images: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/paigesandersphotographyy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Paige Sanders Photography<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ultimate Pony Camp Packing List<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Harley and I just returned from our first ever overnight \u2018pony camp\u2019 with the British Horse Society at Hickstead. It was a wonderful weekend full of learning and fun and without a doubt, one of the most frequently asked questions I had was \u2026 what should I pack for my pony camp!? Below, I\u2019ve shared what I took, what was essential and what I didn\u2019t use <strong>at all<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: some of the links in this post are affiliate links, meaning I may earn from qualifying purchases. This does not affect the price or purchase experience for you.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How To Write Your Packing List<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I find it most useful to segment it into \u2018areas\u2019 &#8211; stable, riding, rider, bedroom etc. This is a great way to mentally group things and can be useful for jogging your memory on things you may have forgotten as you visualise the space or activity. Similarly, if you\u2019re on an iPhone, I recommend using the notes app and toggling on the \u2018checklist\u2019 button at the bottom so you can tick as you pack!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>My Packing List<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stable<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(For context, Harley was staying in permanent stables. If you have a different arrangement for your camp, you may want to consider that when you put together your list).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wheelbarrow (I shared one with a friend and wished I\u2019d taken my own &#8211; they are very useful for ferrying your bits and bobs from the lorry and back when you uppack!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shavings fork, broom (and shovel if you\u2019re feeling really fancy &#8211; useful on the last day when you\u2019re tidying up properly)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skip bucket (if your horse is being permanently stabled for the duration of camp, you\u2019ll want to skip out frequently)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water bucket (aside: if you\u2019re at all concerned about the quality of water or how it might taste for a fussy drinker, you may want to look at Equine Bio Genie\u2019s<a href=\"https:\/\/equinebiogenie.co.uk\/pages\/water-treatment\"> water treatment<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feed bucket (pro tip: we separated each feed out ahead of time in little doggy bags to make for easy packing and feeding!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disinfectant (The BHS provided disinfectant for everyone who came to camp, but I brought my own from<a href=\"https:\/\/equinebiogenie.co.uk\/pages\/disinfectant\"> Equine Bio Genie<\/a> &#8211; it\u2019s used by top veterinary hospitals, has no chemical residue with a no-rinse leave in place formula and is tasteless, odourless, non-corrosive and non-toxic)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Haynets (if you have enough of them and space in your lorry\/trailer, you could make up all the haynets you need. I took<a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/sPIsqwnYjPCj\"> <\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/sPIsqwnYjPCj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" title=\"\">Haybags<\/a><\/strong> and refilled haynets as I needed them)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/ialkaMbXqeoN\" rel=\"sponsored\" title=\"\">Equihooks<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; this one isn\u2019t essential but I\u2019m so glad I took mine as there were no hooks outside the box for hanging saddles, bridles etc on<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spare string for tying up outside\/haynets &#8211; our stables didn\u2019t have any outside so glad I brought some&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Horse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Passport &#8211; always necessary for travelling but some camps will not let you in without checking vaccination records, so make sure you have it and that it\u2019s up to date!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunge line &#8211; I took one with me for handgrazing (most people at camp were taking their horse out 2-3 times a day, if not more). If you have a horse who has a tendency to be a bit flighty in new spaces, or you want the extra security of a longer line, I recommend this<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rugs &#8211; whatever you think you might need for overnight\/daytime\/travel. I took a Premier Equine Waffle sheet and<a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/wxTHVoIToxUa\"> <\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/wxTHVoIToxUa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" title=\"\">Weatherbeeta Thermocell<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; I hardly needed either as it was so warm!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treats &#8211; I took treats and a lick. Didn\u2019t use the lick, did use the treats!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweat scraper and sponge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hoof pick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brush &#8211; I took multiple and only really used one and a hairbrush!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fly spray<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun lotion (if applicable for your horse\u2019s nose\/the weather)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tack cleaner + sponges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(put all of the above in a bucket and you\u2019ll have a spare for carrying water!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Riding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bridle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saddle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saddle pads &#8211; I took 3 with me so I could swap them out if they got sweaty (we did 5 rides in total over 3 days, I probably only needed 2). I use Equitex: use code WITHRHI for free shipping and storage bag<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Martingale if you use one, neckstrap I always recommend<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any different bits if you change from one activity to another such as cross country<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any boots you need &#8211; I love <strong>Equilibrium\u2019s<a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/pSYvqwFFnfbN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" title=\"\"> TriZone Brushing Boots<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; they are lightweight, dry fast and have been independently tested for breathability and protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ears if you use them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rider<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hat (if you\u2019re doing cross country make sure you have a NON-FIXED PEAK hat, many places won\u2019t let you jump xc with a fixed peak)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boots &#8211; if doing different activites, ensure you have your boots for flatwork, jumping, cross country if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Body protector (even if you don\u2019t usually jump with one, remember that if you are doing XC, many places won\u2019t let you jump without one)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baton if you carry one<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bedroom<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 x top for each ride (check if you need a full-sleeve top for the cross country course, some places make this mandatory)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1-2 pairs of breeches\/leggings\/riding trousers of choice (my absolute favourites are the<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redpostequestrian.avln.me\/c\/ytZzuMeWYRdA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" title=\"\"> Toggi Hayes Breeches<\/a> <\/strong>&#8211; soft as butter and flexible as leggings but without the stiff material!) &#8211; use code RHI10 for 10% off all applicable Toggi items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waterproofs\/coat if needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jumper\/baselayer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Underwear and socks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PJs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evening\/casual clothes &#8211; if you are lucky enough to be doing yoga\/pilates as part of your camp, take clothes + mat for that<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toothbrush + toothpaste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun lotion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moisturiser<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deodorant&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone charger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water bottle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snacks (if you are over 18 and alochol is allowed, I found the pre-made cans went down well &#8211; no extra cups or mixing needed and could be recycled after!) I also took<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myprotein.com\/c\/clear-protein\/products\/\"> Clear Whey<\/a> which is a fruity protein powder that can be mixed with water. I have it almost everyday and found this was useful if I got hungry but was rushing around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whatever else you usually have at home &#8211; laptop for entertainment, books etc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking boots\/trainers for general activities and yard chores<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duvet\/sheet\/pillows &#8211; whatever you\u2019ll need to sleep!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ridingwithrhi\/\">If I\u2019ve forgotten something<\/a> &#8211; feel free to let me know!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find the ultimate packing checklist with Riding with Rhi for your next pony outing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":136,"featured_media":11558,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_tribe_ticket_capacity":"0","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,31],"tags":[17,313],"class_list":{"0":"post-11540","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-guides-advice","8":"category-product-guides","9":"tag-redpost-guide","10":"tag-riding-with-rhi"},"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/05\/Rhi-Blog.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Redpost","author_link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/author\/sophiekukor\/"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11540","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/136"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11540"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11540\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11559,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11540\/revisions\/11559"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11558"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11540"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11540"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11540"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}