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Managing and conserving Arizona's natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our Parks and through our Partnerships.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Ellen Bilbrey at (602) 542-1996 or (602) 228-8518, or Monica Enriquez at (602) 542-6997… both at pio at azstateparks.gov
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Yuma Territorial Prison's
10th Annual Gathering of the Gunfighters

(Phoenix, Arizona – November 15, 2007) – Old West reenactment groups will ride into Yuma, Arizona for Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park's Annual Gathering of the Gunfighters on January 12th & 13th, 2008.

Once their dust settles, the Southwest Ghostriders, Arizona Ghostriders, Pistols & Petticoats and the WesTroupe acting groups will begin their skits, set in the time period between 1876 to 1909, for coveted prizes sought over the nine years of competition. The event draws thousands from around the Southwest to experience the old west lore in this historic territorial prison setting.

The quiet streets of Yuma will once again be filled with the anguished wails of innocent citizenry crying out: "They robbed the bank!" A host of individual and group competitors from nasty outlaws, rough and ready cowboys, audacious saloon gals, to some just plain ol' low-down dirty, rotten characters will assemble for a day of fun, competition and mayhem.

Serious Wild West enthusiasts and families looking for fun will enjoy the authenticity of the performers' clothing and firearms as well as the colorful and amusing skits. The competitors will perform skits judged on costume, plot continuity, dialogue, character portrayal, verbal expression, body language, use of weapons, stunts, timing, and entertainment value. Judges deduct points for vulgarity, forgotten lines, just plain carelessness, and wearing that 'dern' modern apparel.

The two-day event will be held on January 12th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on January 13th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults aged 14 and up. There is no charge for children aged 14 and younger. Vittles, libations, and western wear will be available for edification and perusal!

For more information on Gathering of the Gunfighters, call Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park at (928) 783-4771.

For information about Arizona State Parks call (602) 542-4174 (outside of the Phoenix metro area call toll-free (800) 285-3703) or visit the website at www.azstateparks.com.

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