Out west experience, back east convenience

Horseback Riding at  Marriott Ranch

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Enjoy the out-west atmosphere with back-east convenience for some of the finest western-style horseback riding in the area. Located just fifty miles west of the Capital Beltway, the Marriott Ranch offers a variety of horse-related activities, none more popular than our ninety-minute trail rides across parts of our beautiful 4,200-acre working cattle ranch. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, riders will enjoy themselves whether riding through pastures, across creeks, and through peaceful woods.

Marriott Ranch Trail Rides are operated by The Natural Connection INC. To read more about our horseback riding programs, please go to: www.thenaturalconnectioninc.com

If you already know what type of ride you would like to book, please press the blue BOOK RESERVATION NOW link

*All reservations are made on-line and are confirmed through a confirmation email. We're unable to accommodate "walk-ins". 
*For any further questions, special requests or inquiries, please email naturalconnectionprogram@gmail.com or call 540-364-3741

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• Guided Trail
• Corporate
• Special Event Rides

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Interested in an extended stay here at the ranch? Call 540-364-2627 for availability at the Bed and Breakfast and email naturalconnectionprogram@gmail.com to set up multiple days of memorable riding experiences!

Guided Trail Ride
$70/person 

Join up to 15 other riders for a 60 minute, all walk trail ride through streams, woods and open valleys.  Fantastic option for any level rider, particularly beginners.  90 minute process includes mounting, instruction, trail ride and dismount.
Subject to availability
 All trail rides require advance reservations. Visit The Natural Connection for more information and bookings.

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Private Guided Trail Ride
$100/PERSON 

90 minutes in the saddle includes mounting, instruction, warm up, time can include instruction on the trail, if confirmed balanced at trot, then potentially canter, and cool down. Great for the rider wanting to learn on the trail or the knowledgeable rider wanting an enjoyable outdoor riding experience!
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Subject to availability  
 All trail rides require advance reservations. Visit The Natural Connection for more information and bookings.

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Picnic lunches are available for purchase. Please fax your order to 540-354-3564 or call 877-324-7344x3 to order.

PICNIC LUNCHES

*Children must be at least 10 years of age to ride.

Interested in an extended stay here at the ranch? Call 540-364-2627 for availability at the Bed and Breakfast and email naturalconnectionprogram@gmail.com to set up multiple days of memorable riding experiences!

Circles for Success - A corporate Leadership Program*
Contact for customized quote 

Corporate retreats focus on Leadership. How do horses relate to leadership?

Horses have an inexplicable ability to read people. Do you know how they do it? Beyond basic survival instincts, the life of a horse is governed by hierarchy: a herd environment with leaders holding many different roles. Each day, those leaders battle to maintain their roles. However, those "battles" are not won verbally, by undermining one another, a battle of wills, or through bullying. Everything is established through the clear and concise use of body language. Why? Leadership can be examined through the focus of many lenses including self reflection, taking charge, leading from behind, home dynamics, establishing expectations, etc.

Through Circles For Success, your team will learn how body language in the horse world can directly translate and be relatable to the body language of humans in the corporate world. Retreats can focus on anything you'd like. Remember, you are running the show, and we are here to help facilitate with the use of horses and our beautiful location.

Available only by request and subject to availability. Contact Ms. Jean at 540-364-3741 and at naturalconnectionprogram@gmail.com for one day retreats or contact Kelley Moss at 540-364-2627 and at kmoss@marriottranch.com for Corporate Retreats with accommodations. 

 All trail rides require advance reservations. Visit The Natural Connection for more information and bookings.

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*Children must be at least 16 years of age.

Don't miss these specialty rides!

Interested in an extended stay here at the ranch? Call 540-364-2627 for availability at the Bed and Breakfast and email naturalconnectionprogram@gmail.com to set up multiple days of memorable riding experiences!

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DINNER RIDE*
$150/PERSON+TAX

   Sunday, November  6
2pm start
Guests must arrive at The Trail barn by 1:30pm 
  (private group rides for 10+ available Tuesday-Friday by reservation)*

Enjoy a leisurely guided trail ride, grilled steak dinner and guitar entertainment. Rides leave barn at approximately 2pm, guests are asked to arrive by 1:30pm.
All rides require advance reservations. Visit The Natural Connection for more information and bookings.
​Children must be 16 years of age.
*For private groups of ten or more, contact Kelley Moss ​,kmoss@marriottranch.com

 

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Equestrian Vacation A La Carte:
Create a vacation that suits  you,  your family or groups needs, book accommodations at the ranch's Inn at Fairfield Farm,  www.marriottranch.com  (or other area B & B's) and we will help you schedule a fun-filled equestrian vacation! Ride for days, enjoy the horses, saturate the atmosphere, and leave feeling refreshed!
All guests must qualify to ride. To see the list of qualifications and read  about our programs in more detail, please go to:
www.naturalconnectioninc.com
Email:naturalconnectionprogram@gmail.com

GPS Alert! Please see our direct & map for driving directions. Some GPS devices prefer the "back way" - a LONG way!

Trail Barn Address:
4439 Fiery Run Road,
Linden, Virginia, 22642

Maximum weight limit is 220 pounds. We require all of our riders to sign a release form prior to riding. Please click here for a copy of our Trail Ride Release.