Learn to drive one to six mules at Queen Valley Mule Ranch 
Steve can help you in your pleasure driving or your commercial driving.  At Queen Valley Mule Ranch you can learn all about driving, from a single mule to a team of six.  You can bring your own mules or mules can be provided for you.  The following is a description of each type of driving you can learn at Queen Valley Mule Ranch.

Driving a Single Mule 

In the first level of driving you will learn how to harness and drive a single mule.  Learn the names of all of the parts of a harness.  Steve will teach you how to properly handle the lines and to communicate with the mule through your hands.  Learn “Gee” (right) and “Haw” (left) as well as backing up and going forward.  First level will be taught in the arena.

Driving Two Mules

Next you can learn how to drive two mules, how to harness them, hook them up properly and adjust the harness correctly.  You will also learn more specific details about the parts of the harness.  Second level driving will be taught in the arena.

Driving Two Mules on the Road

Third level will be driving a team outside of the ranch, on the road with the opportunity to encounter more obstacles such as animals and vehicle traffic. You will be able to harness the team on your own, name the parts of the harness and understand the function of each part.  You will be able to hookup and do everything you need to do to go down the road properly and safely.  Safety is emphasized strongly in all disciplines of mule handling whether it is riding, packing, or driving.  Queen Valley Mule Ranch's most important consideration is the safety of you and your mules.

Driving a Four Up 

Fourth level is learning how to hook up and drive four mules at a time.  You will progress in the same manner as explained above with one and two mules.

Driving a Six Up 

Fifth level is learning how to hook up and drive six mules at a time.  You will progress in the same manner as explained above with one, two, and four mules.

Driving Class Costs:  $80 per hour for driving a single mule, each hour after that is $65 if you are using your own mule and $80 if you are using mine.  Add $50 per hour for each additional mule in a team (up to 6 mules).  Call for information on spectators.
 

Driving Clinics are tailored to your individual needs.  
Please contact Steve to discuss specifics.

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