Writing & Riding Retreat

Marble Falls, TX

November 6-9th, 2025

Join Me for a Transformative Experience at Retreat Ranch:
A 4-Day Women’s Retreat to Manifest Your Vision and Reconnect with Your Purpose.

Are you a woman craving something new—a spark to reignite your life, a clearer vision for your future, or a deeper connection to your true self? Join me at Retreat Ranch in the heart of Texas Hill Country for a transformative 4-day, 3-night Writing & Riding Retreat, where guided writing and grounding equine exercises will empower you to manifest your dreams.

Nestled on 46 acres of serene landscape just outside Austin, TX, this all-inclusive retreat is designed to help women like you break free from what’s holding you back, clarify your vision, and step boldly into a life in full alignment. Through the intuitive wisdom of horses and the power of reflective writing, you’ll uncover your inner strength, release limiting beliefs, and create a roadmap for the future you’re meant to live.

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Why Horses? Why Writing?

Horses are profound teachers, mirroring our emotions and guiding us toward authenticity with their intuitive sensitivity. Through gentle, grounding interactions with these majestic animals, you’ll learn to trust your instincts, embrace vulnerability, and reconnect with your inner wisdom.

Paired with guided writing exercises, these equine experiences will help you articulate your vision, process emotions, and release blocks that no longer serve you. Whether you’re journaling by the fire, riding through scenic trails, or creating a vision board, every moment is crafted to deepen self-awareness and spark transformation.

Day 1: Grounding & Connection

Arrival & Orientation
Welcome participants, introduce the retreat, and set intentions.

Afternoon: Grounding with Horses
Focus on building trust and connection with the horses through guided exercises.

Dinner on the Ranch

Evening: Reflection Writing
Journaling prompts to explore personal intentions and what participants hope to gain from the retreat.

Day 2: Exploration & Expression

Breakfast on the Ranch

Morning: Trail Riding Adventure
Ride through scenic trails, encouraging participants to observe and connect with the horses.

Lunch on the Ranch

Afternoon: Creative Writing Workshop & Equine Exercises
Engage in writing exercises inspired by the morning ride. Focus on sensory details and emotional connections.

Dinner on the Ranch

Evening: Story Sharing Circle
Create a safe space for participants to share their writing and experiences from the day.

Day 3: Self-Discovery & Transformation

Breakfast on the Ranch

Morning: Mindful Riding
Combine riding with mindfulness practices, encouraging participants to tune into their bodies and emotions.

Lunch on the Ranch

Afternoon: Transformational Writing Session & Workshops
Use prompts to explore deeper themes of self-discovery, challenges, and aspirations.

Dinner on the Ranch

Evening: Vision Board Creation
Gather materials to create vision boards that represent personal goals and dreams.

Day 4: Integration & Celebration

Breakfast on the Ranch

Morning: Wrap-Up Workshop
Integrate insights and experiences, discussing how to carry this energy forward into daily life.

Closing Celebration & Departures
Share final reflections, celebrate accomplishments, and create a sense of closure with a group dinner or ceremony.

What you’ll experience:

This retreat is a sacred space for women to pause, reflect, and renew. Over four immersive days, you’ll engage in:

•  Equine-Guided Grounding: Build trust and connection with horses through hands-on exercises that foster intuition and emotional clarity.

•  Mindful Horseback Riding: Explore scenic trails while tuning into your body and emotions, with rides tailored to your experience level (no prior riding experience needed).

•  Guided Writing Workshops: Use reflective journaling and creative prompts to uncover your vision, process challenges, and map out your goals.

•  Vision Manifestation Practices: Create a vision board and integrate insights to carry your renewed purpose into daily life.

•  Community & Connection: Share stories and bond with other women in a supportive, authentic environment.

  • "Attending the Writing and Riding Retreat with Raina was an unforgettable experience. It is a powerful space for personal and professional growth. Raina created an environment that fostered deep, authentic connections, not just with our writing, but also with ourselves. The moment I sat on Cesar bareback was pure magic. A flood of emotions washed over me, and I was unexpectedly moved to tears. It was an incredibly powerful, grounding experience that connected me to something deeper."

    Michelle, September 2024 Retreat

  • "Choosing to do this retreat was the BEST decision for so many reasons! To get away to a beautiful place where Raina helped us focus on connecting, writing/jouraling and gave us a gift of how horses can help heal us was exactly what I needed! I really wasn’t sure what to expect and it honestly exceeded my expectations. My favorite was getting up, close and personal with the horses and connecting with other women working through difficult things in life like myself. I have new forever friendships from this retreat and so much more clarity for my personal journey!"

    Tammy, September 2024 Retreat

  • "I was hesitant to attend the “Writing & Riding” retreat because of my fear of horses, but was so happy I made the commitment and went through with it - I even ended up sitting bareback on one of the horses at the end! Spending time with the horses in a safe, supportive, encouraging environment, as well as having time to connect with others and ourselves, time to reflect and write, all the while surrounded by the incredible setting of the Colorado foothills was an experience that will have a long-lasting effect for me."

    Jill, September 2024 Retreat

Meet Your Instructor

Raina O’Dell

VISION & WRITING COACH, AUTHOR 

Raina O'Dell is a Certified Life Coach and has been a mentor in the wellness space for over 13 years. Growing up around horses, she took a 25-year break before diving back into the world of equine while searching for more joy in life. This journey of self-discovery led her to reveal her true purpose: helping women navigate & pursue their vision, writing to heal, and finding joy in aligned action needed to create a life they love. She's been partnering with horses & immersing herself in Equine-Assisted coaching to discover more expansion & tools for helping others. She’s a #1 Best Selling Author of the book, BARE, and is excited to help other women write their truth. She's a newly engaged mom of two girls, three dogs, and two Mustangs, Joey & Cesar, who are both a part of her coaching.

  • Retreat pricing includes:

    • 3 nights and 4 days of retreat facilitation and lodging. (Shared & private rooms are available)

    • Healthy nourishing meals throughout your retreat program.

    • Daily support, equine activities, and coaching facilitation from Raina O'Dell

    *Pricing does not include:

    Flights, transportation from airport to Retreat Ranch in Marble Falls, TX.

  • For over 56 million years, horses have roamed in herds across the planet. Long before their partnership with humans began 6,000 years ago, horses were one of the most successful mammals due to their agility, sensitivity, sociability, and resilience.

    Equine Facilitated Coaching is an experiential learning approach that partners individuals with horses for learning and development.

    The approach uses various forms of groundwork and horseback exercises that unite horse and human in a collaborative co-learning process that reveals the way participants relate to themselves and others.

  • You do not need to be an experienced rider or have a history in working with horses.

    The horseback rides will be organized based on your riding level and experience.

  • Due to the nature of this retreat and planning required, there will be no refunds.

    If for some reason you're unable to make it after purchasing, you'll have the ability to use your purchase as a credit towards a future retreat, as long as the instructor has a 30+ day notice.

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