The L.A. Times published an article today about some of the interesting real stories that come out of the famed Area 51. Due to some declassification of documents and projects, some of the old-timers who ran operations at Area 51 are now able to talk a bit about what they did there.

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I haven’t been to Rachel, but if there was something that could get me there, this might be it.

The tiny Nevada town, located on the edge of the famed Area 51, is hosting UFO Conference 2008. Speakers will talk about such things as the latest sightings, levitation and teleportation. One speaker has actually piloted a spaceship.

The conference is from May 23-25 and accommodations are limited in Rachel, so they suggest you either bring a camper, tent or trailer, or you can stay in Alamo, which is about 50 minutes away. The cost for the whole conference is $150, which includes three meals at the Little A’le’inn or $75 for a single day.

This could be a pretty interesting way to check out one of Nevada’s little towns while getting close to a legendary spot located in the Nevada desert.

Rachel, Nevada: Home to the 2008 ‘X’ Ride and who knows how many aliens.The Little A’Le’Inn and Rachel, Nevada, along with us here at the Nevada Commission on Tourism are playing host to a bike ride touring the area immediately surrounding the famed Area 51. The ride is in celebration of the 11th anniversary of the dedication of Nevada’s “Extraterrestrial Highway,” which runs through Rachel. The two-day bike tour will take you to the security perimeter surrounding Area 51 and an evening ride to the famous mailbox marking Area 51’s entrance. You can even chat with Chuck Clark, who authored the Area 51 handbook.

The event offers limited rider support, so riders should be able to fix a flat and carry two water bottles. They will provide fresh fruit and some energy food and drinks.

This is an awesome opportunity to get out...

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