Land-management officials decline to reveal the site's exact location. But it contains some striking examples of the art work of ancient hunting parties, probably from tribes such as the Mojave, Chemehuevi and Paiute. Fortunately, the ancient Native American etchings at this site have suffered little damage.
Some vandalism is in evidence, and some artifact-hunters have carted away some specimens.
But, all in all, it's in excellent shape. If Las Vegans and Nevadans fail to take steps to protect this valuable piece of history, they will be the poorer for it. We, as a community, ought to do more to educate, preserve and honor those who occupied Southern Nevada long before even the earliest adventurers explored this land. Nevada's largest daily newspaper.