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2006-07-20 14:41:51 · 3 answers · asked by theechrismartin 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Other - United States
It's got a cool rock that sticks up in the middle of the desert that looks like a ship if squint the right way. Shiprock used to be on Hwy 666 until someone *finally* got hip to the fact that 666 was the sign of the Beast. What number is that road now?
2006-07-20 14:55:04 · answer #1 · answered by Mama Gretch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Navajo word for Shiprock means "Rock With Wings." The Navajo name seems perfectly suited to this incredible geologic feature rising suddenly from the desert floor to a height of 1800 feet AGL over the Navajo Reservation. When viewed from a certain angle, one can see the "wings," seemingly emerging from a celestial being embedded in red stone.
The Shiprock Balloon Festival took place February 22 and 23, 1997. Now in its 7th year, entrance to this rally is by invitation, and is limited to 30 balloons. Because of its small size and remote location, the atmosphere is very relaxed and easygoing. The only rules are: (1) try to avoid hitting the rock, and (2) be nice to everybody.
The Festival headquarters were actually located approximately 30 miles away in the town of Farmington, New Mexico. The reason for this is that the town of Shiprock itself is quite small and did not appear to have any lodgings where pilots and crew could stay. But maybe that is one of the features of this part of the country that is so appealing - it is totally apart from the noise and bustle of city life
The Shiprock Festival puts an interesting twist on this concept by featuring the "Pilot Pack in Reverse." Instead of taking something, pilots and crew can give something instead. Each balloon is asked to provide a bag of groceries, including food staples such as flour, sugar, cooking oil, etc. If the balloon lands near any Navajo people, we were instructed to give the package to them and tell them it is for their grandparents. Showing respect for elderly members of the community is a sign of good manners and enhances landowner relations to a great extent. Any leftover food is given to the Shiprock Home for Women and Children
2006-07-21 11:05:03 · answer #2 · answered by Skyla W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what do I win ? It's a volcanic plug .
2006-07-20 19:54:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋