1.   Amy Marvin sits atop a mule wagon on a bright, blustery morning and attempts to explain the allure of a trail ride.

2.   Berkshire Horseback Adventures is a year-old company that operates overnight trail rides in the hills.

3.   Bob and I joined some adults one day on a trail ride.

4.   But our trail ride was simply a way to enjoy the country from the back of a sure-footed trail horse.

5.   Dawdle over a jigsaw puzzle -- or hop in the saddle for a trail ride in the woods.

6.   Emily was excited because the trail ride would cap a summer of horse riding lessons in San Antonio.

7.   Fireworks enhance a Fourth of July celebration around the lake , and two charity trail rides are held yearly.

8.   For a guided trail ride, you just show up, wearing comfortable pants and leather shoes or boots.

9.   Guided trail rides at Lake Raven Stables give city slickers a chance to earn some saddle sores.

10.   Guests can enjoy trail rides, dressage and Olympic-style jumping and weekend cattle drives.