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Harness the power of a Caterpillar excavator in Las Vegas with Dig This’ Aggression Session. Spray paint and crush a car while learning the ropes of operating heavy machinery in a unique 45-minute adventure.
Harness the power of a Caterpillar excavator in Las Vegas with Dig This’ Aggression Session. Spray paint and crush a car while learning the ropes of operating heavy machinery in a unique 45-minute adventure.
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In the heart of Nevada’s high desert, just a short drive from the neon buzz of Las Vegas, Dig This offers a wildly original outdoor experience unlike any other. At their facility on West Roban Avenue, you’re invited to step into the cab of a 30,000-pound Caterpillar excavator and become the master of controlled destruction in the Aggression Session. This 45-minute adventure puts the power in your hands, combining the tactile thrill of heavy machinery with an adrenaline-charged release.
The session kicks off with a brief yet thorough safety class before you take the controls, learning to manipulate the excavator’s dual joysticks with expert guidance over a wireless headset. No prior experience or driver’s license is necessary—Dig This makes heavy equipment operation beginner-friendly. Your mission: spray paint your frustrations on a reserved vehicle and then crush it, bending steel and shattering glass beneath the massive arm of the excavator. The climate-controlled cab offers comfort year-round, with both heating and air conditioning, so you can focus fully on the raw power you wield.
Following your crushing session, participants celebrate with a lighthearted graduation ceremony, cementing the memory of this unique hands-on adventure. This experience is as much about fun and stress relief as it is about operating extraordinary machinery, making it a standout among traditional outdoor activities around Las Vegas.
Dig This shines in the outdoor recreation scene by blending technological fascination with physical engagement, all within a desert setting that contrasts sharply with the typical nature-focused outings. It’s not just demolition—it’s an accessible, hard-hat moment of empowerment against the urban backdrop. Whether you’re local or visiting the Las Vegas area, this heavy machinery playground rewrites the rules of adventurous outings in the Southwest.
easy.
45 minutes.
Basic physical mobility needed to operate controls and enter the equipment; suitable for most fitness levels.
No experience is required—trained instructors guide you through the controls and safety procedures.
Participants must be at least 14 years old to join the Aggression Session.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and layered clothing appropriate for desert conditions.
The session accommodates 2-3 people simultaneously with side-by-side excavators and wireless communication.
Yes, the excavator cabs have heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort.
Spray paint is provided on site as part of the experience.
Dig This harnesses heavy machinery recreation in a city historically shaped by mining and construction industries, blending Las Vegas’ industrial past with adventurous personal empowerment.
The facility encourages responsible use of equipment and minimizes environmental disturbance by operating within a designated industrial zone.
Dig This is a heavy-equipment experience provider located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The operation offers supervised, hands-on sessions where participants operate real construction machinery in purpose-built courses under trained instructor guidance. Experiences range from structured birthday party packages to group sessions and specialty activities such as the Aggression Session and Mini Mega Dig. Birthday party options include packages for four to eight kids, eight kids, and twelve kids with age and height considerations for young participants. Group formats include small and large group sessions, with offerings for groups of 4–8, 5–10, and 10–20. Session lengths vary by experience, with many sessions lasting 70–90 minutes and the Aggression Session offered as a 45-minute activity. Equipment used across experiences includes 6-ton excavators, Big Dig Excavators, bulldozers, skid steer track loaders (Pacman and Badger), backhoe loaders, and wheel loaders. Some experiences include a safety class, expert instruction, wireless headset communication, and a ceremonial graduation. Safety briefings and instructor coaching are provided as part of the structured activities. All details above reflect published trip summaries and session descriptions for Dig This. Prospective guests should confirm package details, age and height requirements, pricing, and availability through Dig This official scheduling channels prior to booking. Booking information, current pricing, and exact participant requirements are available through Dig This official website and reservation system to confirm session options and scheduling before arrival please.
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