Hells Canyon Mule Days will be celebrating mules and muleskinners on the weekend after Labor Day, September 6th, 7th, & 8th. From its humble beginnings in 1981, it has progressed steadily and is the fastest growing mule show in the Northwest. This year’s mule show will be three full days of events that include classes for every age, group and skill level. It is a fun family weekend. The gates open at 8:30 am on Friday and classes include both western and English, driving, trail, team roping, and barrel racing, among others. Don’t miss Bill Holmes free mule clinic at 9:00 am Saturday and 10:00 am on Sunday for special tips on training your mule, the Grand Entry on Saturday, or the Dutch oven cook-off on Sunday. The weekend is packed full of mule-related happenings and there is always something to see and do for the whole family. Visitors can enjoy strolling The Green and visiting with vendors, exhibitors and western artists. Tennessee Mule Artist Bonnie Shields is the Featured Artist at this year’s show. Daily admission: $10.00 for Adults, $8.00 for Seniors (60 & older) $2.00 for Kids (7 thru 12 years) and Kids 6 years and younger are free when accompanied by an adult. Your HCMD Souvenir Admission Button is valid for return privileges all three days… Buy it on Friday and get three days for the price of one! For a complete list of activities and more information visit, hellscanyonmuledays.com or contact Sondra Lozier: 541-426-3271, cell 541-263-0104, toll free 888-323-3271.
Published July 2013 Issue
The Northwest Horse Source is an independently owned and operated print and online magazine for horse owners and enthusiasts of all breeds and disciplines in the Pacific Northwest. Our contemporary editorial columns are predominantly written by experts in the region, covering the care, training, keeping and enjoyment of horses, with an eye to the specific concerns in our region.
