Check off the list!!

Not sure what to get your child (or yourself!) for Christmas? Check out the below list of perfect items for your rider. You can't go wrong!

ITEMS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS:

1. ASTM certified horse riding helmet (Ovation is a great brand, so is Troxel)

2. English style ankle height paddock boots (these come in summer and winter insulated versions!)

3. Saddleseat/boot cut jodpurs in black, brown, navy, gray (or custom) (some places carry summer or winter versions) Pants must cover the top of the boots.

4. Tie downs/underpasses. Many students seem to be in need. These items only cost a few dollars. They are important for rider comfort and help protect the saddle. In addition, showing without tie downs looks very sloppy! Please consider getting your rider a few sets. )

5. Students who show will need their own stirrup leathers and saddle. This is also strongly encouraged for very serious students.

SHOP HERE!!!

https://kerrits.com/collections/kids-boot-cut-breeches
www.midwestsaddleseatconsignment.com
www.smartpakequine.com
www.sstack.com
On Facebook--The Show Shop

GIFTS TO MAKE YOU THE GIFTING MASTER:

Saddleseat riding whip (very encouraged for advanced students/those showing)
Leather or winter riding gloves
Stirrup leathers and irons (very encouraged for advanced students/those showing)
TIE DOWNS/UNDERPASSES
A saddle! (great for advanced students/those showing)
Personal set of horse polo wraps
Back number magnets
Cosmetic case
Fun winter riding horse socks
Personalized set of grooming tools or saddle pad
Horse treats for their favorite friend
Money to put towards barn events or show items
Show clothes (great for advanced students/those showing)
Clothes for layering during winter lessons
Professional photos with a horse(we can help arrange this)
Gift certificates to a tack shop
Diagonals Magazine subscription
Blue Ribbon Days Series books by Allie Layos
An Almost True Horse Tale by Allie Layos (very young students)
Breyer Horse Models
Saddleseat jodpurs
AEC barn shirt or other attire
Consider leasing a horse for your child for the season. (It's almost like having your own horse!)
Purchase a special lesson for your child to ride with a friend outside of the barn.
Purchase a gift certificate from us for a friend, and get a free lesson for your child

SHOP HERE!!!

www.saddleandbridle.com
www.fastyetitees.com
www.smartpakequine.com
www.midwestsaddleseatconsignment.com
www.sstack.com
www.wcircle.com
On Facebook-- The Show Shop or Scintilla Equestrian pages
AEC

If you need more ideas, additional places to shop or help, just ask! If you want to purchase the bigger items like a saddle or show clothes, let us know. We will find them for you!

Announcements!

*Winter break dates are December 19th-January 31st. There will be NO LESSONS during this time. Lessons will resume February 1st on the same schedule. Unused lessons from December will be applied at that time. There will be no January newsletter; the February newsletter will review our Winter Weather Policy.

*As the weather gets colder, dressing for riding lessons needs to get creative. Here are some tips if you are new to the art: Layering is your friend! Starting at the bottom, double your socks, wear tights with feet(Katy's favorite) and/or wear winter insulated riding boots. On the legs, wear tights, thinner fleece pants or tights, fleece lined jods(Katy's favorite, you won't regret it!) and jods over top. YOU MUST WEAR JODS AS THE FINAL LAYER. On the torso, wear fleece lined long underwear top, long sleeve shirt, sweater, down filled puffy vest and coat made for riding. For final touches, you can add an ear warmer under the helmet and WINTER riding gloves that are insulated. If you wear gloves, they must be for riding. If you have questions, or need help finding these items, just let us know. Many things are on sale right now in the tack stores!

*Starting in December, the heat will be on in the office and hot drinks will be available for parents and students. Students should wait until after their lesson to get a drink. Parents, feel free to wait there to stay warm!

*The horses will soon be hanging their stockings with care! They are looking forward to seeing them filled with mints! Students are welcome to bring some starlight mints to leave in the stocking of their favorite horse.

*There will be an informational Horse Show Meeting scheduled in February.

Ride into 2022 After Christmas Camp!

Current students ages 8 and up can come spend a night and a day at the barn! Friday December 31st students will participate in various seasonal activities including a midnight ride! January 1st we will celebrate the new year the best way possible…with more horses! (NOTE this is an overnight camp.) There are only a certain number of spaces available. RSVP quickly for more information!