The benefit of mules in the high country
Mar. 8—Horses have been in Doug Marr's blood since he was a child, mules not so much.
He was first introduced to them about 10 years ago by a friend and fellow member of the Reno Sierra Riders. During one of the group's annual weeklong rides, Marr was asked to "test ride" his friend's mules, which he soon found to be a better match for the high country terrain.
"I thought, 'wow, these are pretty steady and stable animals,'" said Marr. "I mean, each animal has its preferences. The mules might be a little more stubborn, but they're not gonna get you in trouble or spook as easily as a horse."
