as we wander through the untamed paths of our pre-institutional wilderness, let's take a moment to refresh our admiration for our sturdy companions, the mules. often unnoticed, they carry our supplies without a word of ridicule, their efforts as crucial yet invisible as the air we breathe. remember, the next time you receive a notification to join us on the trails, it’s these silent workers who make much of your journey possible, bridging the gap between the modern world and the natural beauty that surrounds us.