Mules work in Olympic National Park every year from April to October. Washington State’s vast Olympic National Park sprawls across almost one million acres, 600 miles of trails, and 64 trailheads.

Mules have a natural spot on trails and pack trips. They’ve earned their reputation for being sure-footed and perhaps a little stubborn but hardier than their half sibling horses. From pulling plows ...

PORT ANGELES, Wash. — At 6:30 a.m. in Olympic National Park's Elwha Valley, this team prepares for the day. They get paid in scenery — and carrots. "These are kind of the freight trains of the ...

Respect, understanding and trust are key ingredients in being a muleskinner and handling mules, Suzanne Burkhart, of Yamhill, said while resting in the shade with her mule Butch during Hells Canyon ...

During the spring, summer, and fall, Forest Service mules work packing culverts, tools, and supplies into the backcountry under the supervision of their human handlers. It’s hard work. ”(They’re) ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Washington State’s vast Olympic National Park sprawls across ...

HUSON, Mont. — Many of us enjoy spending time in the Region's wilderness areas. At the Ninemile Ranger District's ranch near Huson, NBC Montana met the hard working stock crews that help keep that ...