Life on the Road: What Livestock Show Families Pack for Comfort & Sanity

For the People: Stay Clean, Cool & Comfortable

You might be there for the livestock, but you need to function, too. These are tried-and-true comfort items real families swear by:

Portable fans or misting fans – Barns get hot, and fans are a game-changer.
Folding chairs – A spot to rest your feet between classes? Priceless.
Coolers with real food – Sandwich fixings, fruit, protein bars, and hydration drinks. You can only eat so many gas station burritos.
First-aid kit & meds – Bandaids, ibuprofen, sunscreen, and allergy meds are often forgotten—but often needed.
Baby wipes + dry shampoo – Because you might not make it to the hotel shower.
Earplugs – For sleeping in barns, trailers, or motels near train tracks.

For the Animals: The Must-Haves

Of course, your animals are the stars of the show—literally. These are the things you should never leave home without:

Feed + supplements – Bring extra, not just enough. Changes in water/feed can throw them off.
Buckets + water hose – Label everything with your name or farm.
Bedding & pitchforks – And a broom… someone always forgets the broom.
Fans + extension cords – If it’s hot, everyone will be fighting for outlets.
Show halters + grooming kits – Organized and ready to go.
Animal ID + registration papers – Don’t let paperwork delay your check-in.

For Peace of Mind: Don’t Forget Health & Hygiene

Traveling from show to show means your animals are exposed to new environments, dirty barns, and unfamiliar livestock. Skin conditions—especially ringworm and fungus—spread fast. Prevention is everything.

That’s why veteran show families are packing the Flextran Ring Out™ Prevention Pack as a barn staple.

What's in the Ring Out Prevention Pack?

Ring Out Shampoo – Use before and after the show to cleanse skin and prevent fungus.
Topical Spray – Great for daily spot prevention or post-show clean-up.
Gentle, non-toxic formula – Tough on ringworm and bacteria, safe for your animals.

“We use Ring Out after every show and haven’t had a single outbreak in over a year.” — Sara M., Texas show mom

When your animal’s skin is clean and healthy, they show better, feel better, and stay ring-ready. No surprises, no scratches due to ringworm quarantines.