Students Name________________
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MARTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE EQUINE TECHNOLOGY
EQUIPMENT LIST FOR EQUINE STUDENTS
2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
WE NOW OFFER MOST OF THESE ITEMS IN THE BOOK STORE!
These items are all necessary to be successful in this program and in the equine industry. You must purchase all of
the below listed things and bring them with you on the first day of class. Your instructors will check to make sure
you have everything listed on this sheet. You could potentially lose points in specific class, if you are missing items.
Without these items, you cannot be successful in your classes or in the horse industry.
You may choose whatever brand you like from any supplier. However, items like the clinician halter and stick, you
need to make sure you are getting the required style/type . For the bridles, spurs, and boots, choose either
western or English style depending on what discipline you plan on riding the most. If you are planning on riding
both English and Western, get both styles.
Consider buying a brander or find some way to permanently label EVERY item. Items have a tendency to
“disappear” if not labeled with your name. The hot branders work on almost every item.
Horse Care/Grooming/Accessories
Number
Check
Item
Description
Year
1.
Manure Fork
To clean stalls with. You must have on day
one!
1&2
2.
Grooming
Tote/Box
To keep brushes in and carry to stall
1&2
3.
Bathing Supplies
Shampoo and conditioner-Any Equine Brand
will work
1&2
4.
Large Sponge
Small Sponges
The sponge needs to be big enough for
bathing a horse.
Sponge just needs to be good for cleaning
tack.
1&2
5.
Sewing measuring tape. (soft tape
measure) and weight tap
Must be long enough to go around the
horses barrel
1&2
6.
Cooler
Fleece Blend or Wool---Either the big square
sheet or the fitted type will be acceptable
1&2
7.
Grooming kit--- Oster or you may
purchase the items individually
1 curry comb, 1 stiff grooming brush, 1 soft
grooming brush, 1 mane & tail brush, 1
mane & tail comb, 1 hoof pick, and Sweat
scraper ( any style).
1&2
8.
Mane Pulling/Braiding/
Banding Comb and Tail Brush
Small heavy plastic or metal comb to use for
banding, braiding or pulling
1&2
9.
Clean up Spray--- Wahna Win or
you can mix up your own with the
recipe at the bottom of this list
To remove dirt and sweat when it is too cold
to wash horses
1&2
10.
Detangler
Cowboy Magic, Show sheen or something
similar
1&2
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11.
Scissors
---Large Sharp Pair
---Small with a Sharp Pointed end, look in
sewing section
---Thinning Shears with Serrated Teeth for
trimming manes.
*Wal-Mart and Beauty supply stores carry
these
1&2
12.
Vet thermometer
Digital
1&2
13.
Stethoscope
1&2
14.
Towels
Two towels that are hand or bath size
1&2
15.
Bands--Super Band work best!
MUST HAVE black and brown, white is
optional
1&2
16.
Yarn or Waxed thread
MUST HAVE black for horses mane if you
ride English!
1&2
17.
Quick Braid
For Braiding or Banding
1&2
18.
Clippers and Storage Case, Oil
and/or Cooling, Lubricant spray for
Clippers and Blades
For clipping horses ears, muzzle, eyes, chin,
legs, and bridle path, from our experience
Oster seems to be the best quality clipper
1&2
19.
Blades
Size 10 and 40 Make sure they are
compatible with your clippers
1&2
20.
4-Polos wraps- red, white or black
and Standing wraps and quilts
- “No bow” type quilts
1&2
21.
Tack Box---must be sturdy, big
enough to hold your tack, and be
able to lock it. Space is limited so,
we do ask that you only bring a box
just big enough to fit your tack and
no larger.
SIZE LIMIT: If a standing box, must
be NO bigger than- 30 wide X 32
inches deep X 48 high.
*We have no place to keep your
saddles, so it must be able to fit in
your box.*
http://elitetackdesign.com/
You have the option of building your own.
Here is an example of tack box plans. The
stand-up boxes are preferred as they will
better fit all your equipment and will allow
you to hang up your bridles.
Or purchase. Here’s an example from Dover.
No cheap plastic Rubbermaid boxes. Must
have a hinging lid that locks.
http://www.doversaddlery.com
1&2
22.
Pocket knife
1&2
23.
Double ended snaps
10 double ended snaps
1&2
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Riding/Training Equipment List
Number
Item
Description
Year
24.
Riding Boots---non-riding or fashion type
boots will not be acceptable
Smooth sole 1in heel, Western or
paddock
1&2
25.
Helmet
For English riding and Colt Breaking
Classes. Must be approved, ASTM, SEI
certified
1&2
26.
Half Chaps or Tall Boots
If riding English
1&2
27.
Lounge Whip---Any Color
The longer the better
1&2
28.
Lounge Line---Any Color
Two matching lounge lines without the
chain. Round cotton or nylon, NOT flat
or thin rope.
1&2
29.
Detachable chain
Must be at least 15 inches long
1&2
30.
Hobbles- Buy these from the Book store or
Down Under Horsemanship
Cotton or leather
2
31.
Spurs and Straps---roping or western
pleasure style spurs for western. Make
sure to purchase the correct size /fit for
your boot.
Western and/or English
No Clip Ons
1&2
32.
Clinician style training halter- with 3 or 4
knots across the nose
Can purchase from the MCC bookstore,
or the Downunder Horsemanship
website
1&2
33.
Clinician Style training stick
Can purchase from the MCC bookstore,
or the Downunder Horsemanship
website
1&2
34.
If riding Western---Western headstall with
split reins, a caveson, and a running
martingale,
Any headstall and reins of good quality
leather are acceptable, but must be in
good condition.
1&2
35.
If riding Western, Western Bits
---Correction Bit with curb chain
---Twisted Snaffle with a leather curb
strap
1&2
36.
If riding English- English headstall with
reins, and running martingale
Any headstall and reins of good quality
leather are acceptable, but must be in
good condition.
1&2
37.
If riding English, English Bits
---Myler Low Port Correction D Ring with
Chain
---Twisted/ Corkscrew D Ring Snaffle
1&2
38.
Leather work/riding gloves
Good quality work gloves.
1&2
39.
If riding English, English Girth
Size 48in or 50in
1&2
40.
If Riding Western, Neoprene Western
Cinch
Size 34in or 36in
1&2
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Date________________
Number
Check
Item
Description
Year
41.
Saddle Pad
Western, English, or dressage
1&2
42.
Extension Cord
1&2
43.
Twitch
Rope with long handle, humane twitch
1&2
44.
Surcingle
For colt breaking
2
45.
Small Tool set
Hammer, screwdriver etc...
2
46.
Rubber or Water Proof Boots,
Insulated Boots
1&2
47.
Side pull or Headstall with Smooth
Snaffle
For colt breaking
2
48.
Saddle- Suggested Item
Western, English, or dressage
1&2
49.
Show clothes- Suggested Items
For IHSA must be approved by IHSA coach
1&2
50.
Insulated Coveralls-Suggested Item
We work outside in all weather conditions
1&2
*For number 9--- You can make your own “Clean Up” spray--- Equal parts Witch Hazel and Apple Cider Vinegar. Mix
in bottle.
*Most items listed above can be purchased at the MCC bookstore *Items can be purchased using Financial Aid*
The student has the above required equipment on the list.
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