BRLA Tinsel Trot

Get your Christmas sweater and jingle bells ready for a festive ride on the BRLA Trails! Join us and other members for a holiday themed ride and caroling procession for the local community to come see horses and riders parade by. Immerse yourself in cheer and nature's true beauty on horses that are conditioned for the environment! Enjoy this ride with a group of riders on historic riding trails in one of New York's most coveted equestrian communities!

SCHEDULE
10:15AM Arrival and meet the group
10:30AM Getting horses off the trailer and mounting
11:00AM The group sets off on the trails with other riders

INCLUDED

• A groomed and tacked horse
  
• Access to the members-only BRLA trail system
• Experienced trainer and owner of the horses to lead
• Holiday cheer!

HORSES
The horses are trailered from our training facility in Pawling. There are a variety of breeds with different personalities, trained for open space riding, foxhunting, hunter paces and used in our lessons. Mixed breeds from spirited thoroughbreds to quieter draft breeds.

SETTING
Officially founded in 1920, the BRLA maintains more than 100 linear miles of historic trails which connect and extend throughout Bedford, Mount Kisco, Katonah, Bedford Hills, Bedford Corners and Pound Ridge. Members meandering the trails enjoy the beautiful flora, fauna and other natural wonders that make our community unique. This trail system is one of the largest remaining networks of private trails. The BRLA maintains and clears the trails year-round to ensure that they are preserved for future generations.

Riders must be in regular lessons and able to confidently control a horse in open space. 

ATTIRE
Casual riding attire with holiday flair! Bring your best holiday accessories.

• Tall riding boots or paddock boots and half chaps
• Breeches
• Equestrian helmet

LOCATION
Bedford, NY

TRANSPORTATION

• MetroNorth Train: MTA Harlem Line from Grand Central to Katonah or Bedford Hills. If taking the train please inquire ahead of time if there is a driver in the group who can offer a pick up. Otherwise please schedule a taxi in advance as Uber and other car service apps do not have good coverage in this area.
• Driving: 45 miles from Midtown
• Carpool: Riders have access to MRC's private carpooling group on Facebook. It's a great opportunity to connect with other riders and coordinate travel plans together

LOCAL SUGGESTIONS
The Horse Connection- tack shop
RIDE- tack shop
The Whitlock- tavern next to the Katonah train station