What to Pack
Australia's seasons are reversed. Summer falls during our winter months and winter during our summer months.
The climate in New South Wales is temperate and mostly free from extremes of hot and cold. The coast experiences humidity during the summer months (December to February). The hottest area is the northwest part of the state, while the coldest region is the Snowy Mountains where snow and frost persist for long periods during the winter months (June to August).
- Swimming Costume
- Jodhpurs or riding trousers.
- Short riding boots or ride/walk boots such as Ariat Terrain.
- Half chaps.
- Long sleeved shirt and/or T shirts,
- Fleece.
- Underwear - cycling shorts are ideal for long days in the saddle.
- Waterproof/windproof jacket.
- Sun hat.
- Casual clothes for evening.
- Trainers or comfortable shoes for evening.
- Head torch
- Personal toiletries.
- Sun block.
- Lip balm.
- Camera, film, batteries and binoculars.
Riding hats are not mandatory. However, we strongly recommend that you always ride in a hat and that it conforms to BHS requirements (PAS015, BSEN1384). Riding without a hat could affect a claim on insurance.