Great video Leroy your mules are very well-trained, sure footed and hardy. Here in Australia we use horses for trail rides, but I now reckon good mules are more sure footed and stronger.
It’s Dave from Georgia and so glad to hear that you took folks with you this year for safety. You told me last year that you wouldn’t go alone again, I thought maybe your brother would have gone like he did on last years elk hunt. Funny to see you get frustrated with Bob who doesn’t know what down is, his left is, the big rock to his left, or trail is to his left. And then to see Jim do the exact same thing after watching Bob!!! Would of tried my patience too but super glad they went and glad you took them to share that experience. I still want to bring my mules out and go with you!
With them leading a pack mule I didn't want them to get below the trail and have to turn around and come back up to it!! It could get nasty in a hurry.
Awesome video! At 22:41; that gentleman needs to switch mules. The dark seal bay mule he was riding, is less of a goer than the chestnut pack mule. You can see it getting in front of his riding mule. The chestnut mule makes its footing decisions very quickly; and goes, while the dark seal bay mule is still thinking about it. Love the loose mule going down the hill by itself at 23:44! Glad you got your packing situation figured out as well. So many adjustments!
Sorry, just saw your post! Glad you liked the video. Yes, the bay wasn't very confident in herself, it was her first trip to the mountains. She has gotten a lot better now and doing a great job.
Leroy needs to take some leadership classes he has no patience for giving instructions. Leroy "Go down the hill"!!! Jim "Well the trail goes this other way " Jim "Well go that way then"!!!!...and by the way thanks for joining me on this ride!!!😂😂😂
Did the wall tent belong to the shepherd watching the sheep or were sheep watching themselves ? Thank You so much for sharing . You must really trust that mule !
Hi Leroy, thanks for another beautiful video of your pack trip. I recently bought an 8 year old John mule. I don’t know anything about his previous life or what he was taught. He got in the trailer without pause, ties well, leads behind my saddle horse, and even took a saddle without flinching. I tied him short and even got on him. But he is just afraid to death of people. I have been working him everyday in the round pen and he is getting better. He used to bolt and pull the lead rope out of my hand. Now I got him to a point where I can stop him. Do you think that the last owners just beat the crap out of him and made him so fearful? Or is he just a super sensitive mule that needs a year of sacking out and lots of miles?
@@194448lj Thank you sir. This is the first mule I have ever worked with and he definitely seems smarter than most horses I have worked. And boy is he ever strong in his neck and head.
I considered it but it was a really rough spot and I was afraid if they got in trouble leading a pack mule I wouldn't be able to turn around and help them. I thought I could talk them through it easier. Didn't expect it to be that difficult. lol
Glad you enjoyed the video. A good experienced trail horse would do just fine. Forty years ago before I got mules I rented a horse to elk hunt on and it stepped on every rolling rock it could find. It was an accident waiting to happen! My hunting buddy had a good one that did a great job. So if your horse watches where they put their feet and not stumbling all the time they'll do fine. I spend about a month in the mountains trail riding and elk hunting each year. That's why I went to mules.😁
What trail head did you use in the west elks. Looks like there is plenty of trailer room. Looks like you had a great ride. Don’t ever stop riding or exploring
Yes, had a great ride. Thanks. I used Coal Mesa 9451 trail head last year north of Grand Mesa Dam. I have also used Rainbow Lake north of Hwy 50. Both have plenty of parking.
Leroy,I watched it twice.i now recognize Bob,is Bob Bingum.i know he knows what he's doing. But even he was taken back.so I know that was a scarey ride.The boys were a bit shaken up.it actually was a good video. But the stress provided seemed to stress everyone.so I know this was not an easy ride.plus I apologize to Bob.i know he's an expert too. But I guess under the right circumstances we all are just beginners.
Yes, it's Bob. And he is a very good and experienced Mule Man but this was his first pack trip in the mountains. We all have to have that 1st at what ever we do. He did a very good job and really tried to learn. He wants to try again next year.
Thought about that. But at that spot if they got in trouble I couldn't turn around and help them. Just felt it was better to try to talk them through it. Just didn't turn out as easy as I had hoped. lol
I could have, but if I lead I couldn't see what was going on. It was a bad spot and I felt it was better to watch them. Didn't think it was going to be big of a deal. 🙂
He is a big guy but not a problem. His mule 15.2 H and only 5 yrs old and not filled out yet. But mules are stronger and have a lot more stamina than a horse. You will be ready to quit before your mule is.
These two guys have no business in the mountains on a mule, they were scared to death. I been riding in the mountains sense 1965 and I have seen a lot of this type of rider.
Leroy,I respect your judgement and demeanor when it comes to Mules.in my humble opinion you are an Excellent trainer. But these Jokers wouldn't listen.and it comes out that your a bit frustrated with them. They weren't listening to you when you told them exactly where the trail was.it comes across bad.these two don't know what there doing.them refusing to listen,comes across bad. No disrespect to you Leroy.but your frustrations don't come across well.These two really don't know what there doing.
Your right Kenny, sorry. But it wasn't as much frustration, it was FEAR for their safety. That was a dangerous spot and would become extremely dangerous if they passed the trail. Turning one mule around would be bad enough, but add a pack mule that you have no control of makes the situation extremely dangerous! It was just a very tense few minutes.
HI Leroy! Enjoyed your video! I've been riding horses and mules in the mountains of South Dakota, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Wyoming and Arizona for the past 33 years. I have some CZcams videos also. Look up cara hiller.
I did not intend to sound like a know it all, there is always someone who knows more than we do. I have a video CZcams ( elk creek 2019 wayne evans ) I think you might like it.
I sorry,can't abide the unnecesary 'foul' language.There's plenty other,more tasteful words in the ditionary to use.I'm thankin you for the video anyway.
Great video Leroy your mules are very well-trained, sure footed and hardy. Here in Australia we use horses for trail rides, but I now reckon good mules are more sure footed and stronger.
Thanks. Yes, mules are a great trail animal. They have the best of both species.
It’s Dave from Georgia and so glad to hear that you took folks with you this year for safety. You told me last year that you wouldn’t go alone again, I thought maybe your brother would have gone like he did on last years elk hunt.
Funny to see you get frustrated with Bob who doesn’t know what down is, his left is, the big rock to his left, or trail is to his left. And then to see Jim do the exact same thing after watching Bob!!! Would of tried my patience too but super glad they went and glad you took them to share that experience. I still want to bring my mules out and go with you!
LOL, it was actually fear for their safety. It could have gotten bad in a hurry.
I think Leroy needs to take the lead!! Them boys don't listen to instructions very well 🤣🤣😂
With them leading a pack mule I didn't want them to get below the trail and have to turn around and come back up to it!! It could get nasty in a hurry.
Awesome video! At 22:41; that gentleman needs to switch mules. The dark seal bay mule he was riding, is less of a goer than the chestnut pack mule. You can see it getting in front of his riding mule. The chestnut mule makes its footing decisions very quickly; and goes, while the dark seal bay mule is still thinking about it.
Love the loose mule going down the hill by itself at 23:44! Glad you got your packing situation figured out as well. So many adjustments!
Sorry, just saw your post! Glad you liked the video. Yes, the bay wasn't very confident in herself, it was her first trip to the mountains. She has gotten a lot better now and doing a great job.
Stunning mules, stunning scenery, you're a fortunate guy.
Fond regards from the UK.
Thanks, I really enjoy riding the mountains.😀
Thanks Leroy. What a great ride.
Glad you enjoyed it
Nerves of steel (both riders and mules!). Beautiful!
Had a lot of fun, thanks.
Beautiful country, thanks for sharing
Your welcome, I think I may go back to the same country again this year. It never gets old.
I love watching the videos and reading all the comments lol
Thanks, going to WY next week for this years ride. Never been there.
I miss my mules… They tolerate all our foibles!
YEP!
Hey my brother, just came up on your channel, enjoyed your video, beautiful mules, keep looking up,
Thanks, looking forward to next year. But first I've got to go back and elk hunt!
Leroy needs to take some leadership classes he has no patience for giving instructions. Leroy "Go down the hill"!!! Jim "Well the trail goes this other way " Jim "Well go that way then"!!!!...and by the way thanks for joining me on this ride!!!😂😂😂
You may be right,lol. I got a little excited. It was a very dangerous spot. The video really doesn't show how bad it was.
@@194448lj Since you knew where you were going why didnt you lead like a leader should? piss poor attitude.
@@dragally1 Very bad spot. If they got in trouble I couldn't turn around to help them. Felt it was better to try and guide them. Got a little excited.
I love the telementary collars with the name plates!
They sure take a lot of stress out of the trip!
Alot of bear and lion hounds have been found throughout those mountains with telementary
@@scottcollins1141 Yep
Enjoyed the video and ride . I guess that's as close as I'll ever get to paradise on this earth. THANKS
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for making the video. It is very informative and love the views
Thanks
Did the wall tent belong to the shepherd watching the sheep or were sheep watching themselves ? Thank You so much for sharing . You must really trust that mule !
Thanks, you really do have to trust your mule. He'll take good care of both of you! 😁
Er muito lindo passo horas assistindo sou du brasileiro
Sorry, can only read English.
Beautiful, but I donot like hights but I just quit looking when you are to close the edge.
LOL. Glad you liked it though.
Looking at mother nature,all that beauty I wonder how many squatch live up in that area?
LOL. I keep an eye out.
Boy that sure does look like a beautiful ride wished I could have joined you myself Don't have a mule but got a nice spot to
Better get one, its not to late.
Hi Leroy, thanks for another beautiful video of your pack trip. I recently bought an 8 year old John mule. I don’t know anything about his previous life or what he was taught. He got in the trailer without pause, ties well, leads behind my saddle horse, and even took a saddle without flinching. I tied him short and even got on him. But he is just afraid to death of people. I have been working him everyday in the round pen and he is getting better. He used to bolt and pull the lead rope out of my hand. Now I got him to a point where I can stop him. Do you think that the last owners just beat the crap out of him and made him so fearful? Or is he just a super sensitive mule that needs a year of sacking out and lots of miles?
Hard to say, it could be either. Just keep working with him, he has to learn to trust you.
@@194448lj Thank you sir. This is the first mule I have ever worked with and he definitely seems smarter than most horses I have worked. And boy is he ever strong in his neck and head.
Awesome videos new subscriber here from phoenix az. Hope to see more great videos.
Thanks, going to WY next week! Never been there, looking foreward to it.
We would love more info about the tracking collar. Had 2 get away from us a few weeks ago. Found both but one was missing all the gear.
I would be glad to help. Give me a call. 417-860-7584
I would love to see Moe content this was awesome to watch thank you so much
Thanks, I plan on another trip this year. Subscribe to the channel and you'll be notified when I put something new up.
Leroy, I am interested in more info on the tracking collars and receiver. How can I get more info?
Give me a call. 417-860-7584
You need to lead in the front not from the rear.
I considered it but it was a really rough spot and I was afraid if they got in trouble leading a pack mule I wouldn't be able to turn around and help them. I thought I could talk them through it easier. Didn't expect it to be that difficult. lol
Never once in the history of mankind has "right there!" been an effective way to give directions lol.
LOL, I guess I was at a loss for words.
Why didn't you take the lead ?
They don't trust you.
I felt it was better to be behind them if they got in trouble which they could have done very easy.
Loved your video , amazingly tough country . How much of that trip could a string of horses do ?
Glad you enjoyed the video. A good experienced trail horse would do just fine. Forty years ago before I got mules I rented a horse to elk hunt on and it stepped on every rolling rock it could find. It was an accident waiting to happen! My hunting buddy had a good one that did a great job. So if your horse watches where they put their feet and not stumbling all the time they'll do fine. I spend about a month in the mountains trail riding and elk hunting each year. That's why I went to mules.😁
What trail head did you use in the west elks. Looks like there is plenty of trailer room. Looks like you had a great ride. Don’t ever stop riding or exploring
Yes, had a great ride. Thanks. I used Coal Mesa 9451 trail head last year north of Grand Mesa Dam. I have also used Rainbow Lake north of Hwy 50. Both have plenty of parking.
LOL ty I would love another one!
Hopefully in Aug.
@@194448lj whats august?
@@debbushee6970 another trail ride?
@@debbushee6970 I thought you were saying you'd like to see another video. Just saying I hope to go back in August this year.
I don't think I could ride with Leroy. LOL
LOL. Just trust your mule.
Leroy,I watched it twice.i now recognize Bob,is Bob Bingum.i know he knows what he's doing. But even he was taken back.so I know that was a scarey ride.The boys were a bit shaken up.it actually was a good video. But the stress provided seemed to stress everyone.so I know this was not an easy ride.plus I apologize to Bob.i know he's an expert too. But I guess under the right circumstances we all are just beginners.
Yes, it's Bob. And he is a very good and experienced Mule Man but this was his first pack trip in the mountains. We all have to have that 1st at what ever we do. He did a very good job and really tried to learn. He wants to try again next year.
Seems to me you should have been leading since you know the trails.
Thought about that. But at that spot if they got in trouble I couldn't turn around and help them. Just felt it was better to try to talk them through it. Just didn't turn out as easy as I had hoped. lol
@@194448lj makes sense now. I hadn’t thought about the turning around part. Love your mules.
@@jerryrolen9639 Thanks
Instead of yelling at Bob, why don’t you lead? Hello
I could have, but if I lead I couldn't see what was going on. It was a bad spot and I felt it was better to watch them. Didn't think it was going to be big of a deal. 🙂
How much weight can they carry. The guy in the red shirt looks heavy for his mule.
He is a big guy but not a problem. His mule 15.2 H and only 5 yrs old and not filled out yet. But mules are stronger and have a lot more stamina than a horse. You will be ready to quit before your mule is.
more info on location of your rides. Boniface peak ? can't find it.
Bonfisk Peak, north of the west end of Blue Mesa Reservoir on Hwy 50. N38 38.768 W107 16.184 Let me know if there is anything else. Leroy
I elk hunted in the castles in1993, it is all most unbelieveable.
I don't think elk hunting the West Elks is what it used to be. I see very few and little sign when I'm in there.
I would love to ride like that
Thanks, I hope you get the chance!
Bazw Shax ❤
Sorry, don't understand.
Leroy calm down!!!!
😃 Got a little excited. For good reason though.
How not to do it
@@garyharbison1019 ??
Beautiful
Thanks
I like this tips video
Thanks
Where's the DOG or DOGG's ?
LOL. I think I'm one of the few that don't take dogs on their trail rides.
These two guys have no business in the mountains on a mule, they were scared to death. I been riding in the mountains sense 1965 and I have seen a lot of this type of rider.
Bob is an experienced rider, Jim not as much. But neither are experienced in the mountains. They did get a little big eyed at times. lol
Are your mules gated
Theo is the only quarter mule
Leroy,I respect your judgement and demeanor when it comes to Mules.in my humble opinion you are an Excellent trainer.
But these Jokers wouldn't listen.and it comes out that your a bit frustrated with them. They weren't listening to you when you told them exactly where the trail was.it comes across bad.these two don't know what there doing.them refusing to listen,comes across bad. No disrespect to you Leroy.but your frustrations don't come across well.These two really don't know what there doing.
Your right Kenny, sorry. But it wasn't as much frustration, it was FEAR for their safety. That was a dangerous spot and would become extremely dangerous if they passed the trail. Turning one mule around would be bad enough, but add a pack mule that you have no control of makes the situation extremely dangerous! It was just a very tense few minutes.
Beautiful animal s
Thanks
There's no other life up there? Not a deer or even a bird.... lonely indeed. Ok, one buck. Very sad. There should be more I would think.
Very rarely see anything but still love to go there.
That's not a cow hand
Don't know how to respond to that one. 😀
Can't be pulling the reins and kicking at the same time...confusing for the poor mule...give em his head.
Agreed, I think I know what your referring to.
HI Leroy! Enjoyed your video! I've been riding horses and mules in the mountains of South Dakota, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Wyoming and Arizona for the past 33 years. I have some CZcams videos also. Look up cara hiller.
Thanks, I'll look yours up also.
I did not intend to sound like a know it all, there is always someone who knows more than we do. I have a video CZcams ( elk creek 2019 wayne evans ) I think you might like it.
No problem, I didn't take it that way. I'll check it out.
No Bob I want you to go left right now
Yep, Bob is hard of hearing and I wanted to make sure he heard me! lol
You should have been in front instead hollering IN THE BACK
It was a bad spot either way.
I sorry,can't abide the unnecesary 'foul' language.There's plenty other,more
tasteful words in the ditionary to use.I'm thankin you for the
video anyway.
Got a little excited I guess.