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Relive the Old West: Gathering of the Gunfighters at Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, January 10-11

(Phoenix, Arizona - November 13, 2008) - Old West reenactment groups will perform at Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park's Annual Gathering of the Gunfighters on Saturday, January 10, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, January 11, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Relive the legend of the west when old west reenactment groups from California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Arizona ride into Yuma Prison for a two-day skit competition event. When the gunsmoke clears, only one gang will be left standing as the best of the west. The event draws thousands from around the Southwest to experience the old west lore in this historic territorial prison setting.

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.

For more information about Gathering of the Gunfighters, call Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park at (928) 783-4771. Admission is $5 for adults aged 14 and up. There is no charge for children aged 13 and younger.

Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park is located at 1 Prison Hill Road in Yuma, Arizona. Directions: Take I-8 to Yuma, take Exit 1 to Giss Parkway, turn at Prison Hill Road.

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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