La Grande Observer

‘Gee-Haw’ — Handlers work hard to gain the trust of hardworking mules

Respect, understanding and trust are key ingredients in being a muleskinner and handling mules, Suzanne Burkhart, of Yamhill, said while resting in the shade with her mule Butch during Hells Canyon ...
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Heritage Weekend returns for its 44th year at Asheville's Folk Art Center

The 44th annual Heritage Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 21-22 at the Blue Ridge Parkway’s Folk Art Center. This free celebration of mountain heritage is held by the Southern Highland ...
Mountain Xpress

Appalachian culture featured at 39th Heritage Weekend, Sept. 21-22

Folk Art Center, Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC The 39th Annual Heritage Weekend will be held on September 21 and 22 at the Blue Ridge Parkway’s Folk Art Center. This free celebration ...
La Grande Observer

‘Gee-Haw' — Handlers work hard to gain the trust of hardworking mules

ENTERPRISE — Respect, understanding and trust. Those are key ingredients in being a muleskinner and handling mules, according to Suzanne Burkhart of Yamhill, a longtime participant in Hells Canyon ...