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A personal narrative is presented where the author shares her experience of her desire to do a mule ride down the Grand Canyon.

The article features the Bradley Mule College in Grand Canyon, Arizona which trains mules to be competent. John Bradley established the Mule College. Mules are taught that man is boss in the grade school. It is said that the high-school course is mostly concerned with ropes. The mules are also taught the philosophy of kicking.

The article features intrepid mail carrier Hank Delaney who endures varying weather conditions in his trek of 8 miles and 2,000 feet in elevation to deliver letters and such items as ice cream, cattle feed and tools to the village of Supai in the bottom of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. It notes that he uses mules to carry his goods down the dusty trail. Delaney reportedly took after his late father's contract work and plans to continue on the old route until the post office stops service.

The article offers information on exploring the Grand Canyon in Arizona by riding a mule. It is noted that mules are safer to ride than horses because they are more sure-footed, can keep their balances well on high narrow trails, and have calmer temperaments. It further states that the mules used in the tours are properly selected and trained by various companies on the North and South Rims.

Reflects on experiences during a mule ride down the Grand Canyon in Arizona. Instructions received on how to handle the mule; Description of the mule; Significance of the experiences of Mary during her donkey ride to Bethlehem while pregnant with Jesus.

The article features Casey Murph, a livery manager of Xanterra Parks & Resorts in Grand Canyon, Arizona. It relates that Murph's grew up riding horses and handling livestock and he knows a lot about mules based from his grandfather's stories. It cites that Murph spent most of his time managing the 170 mules which transport the supplies and people from the South Rim to Phantom Ranch in Canyon. He was responsible in training the mules, ensuring their health and evaluating their behaviors.

Opinion. Presents a story about a man's journey to the Grand Canyon, he swore would never trust a mule again. What he disliked about the journey; Why does he dislike mules; Indepth look at the man's journey to the Canyon.

Describes the author's mule riding expedition in the Grand Canyon, Arizona. Reason why mules are the canyon's draft animal of choice; Impact of insurance costs on mule rides.