The Valley of Fire State Park, located about 15 miles north of Las Vegas, is known for its vibrant red sandstone 
landscape with a variety of rock formations including natural arches. But for real special treat on March 27 through 29 The World Atlatl Association is having a atlatl contest there where you can watch serious competitors and amateurs try their hand and muscle with the ancient weapon- a simple stick cleverly designed to hurl a spear with great force – from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at the Atlatl Rock Picnic Area in the Valley of Fire.
The park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle. For more information, call 702-397-2088 or http://parks.nv.gov/vf.htm Don’t forget your camera.
