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Sure craps is fun, but have you ever wondered where it came from? It is one of the most popular table games around– just look at any land-based casino and see how popular the game is. Craps was adapted from the Old English dice game Hazard, which was popular in the 17^th and 18^th centuries.  Hazard was created by Sir William of Tyre, an Englishman who desired to create a game for his soldiers to play to pass time. Originally know as craupaud, which is French for ‘toad’, Craps was created as a less complicated and faster paced game than Hazard. In its early stages Craps was influenced by French and English gamblers who brought the game to New Orleans.  The game spread like wild fire throughout the country by the African American Slaves and eventually to all cultures.  The game went from the streets to the casinos quickly advancing to the most popular game available.  Over the last few decades Blackjack and Poker have taken more of the spotlight.

Many new variations and rules have developed over the 19^th century.  The original tables featured a much simpler layout to those found today and offered only the Big 6 and Big 8, Field, Win and Come bets to its players.  John H Winn was the creator of the modern (Philadelphia Layout) layout that we find today. Winn is often referred to as the ‘father of modern craps’.  He also introduced the play in which players can place wagers against the shooter, Right and Wrong, and the space for the Don’t Pass bets on the table plan. The popularity of craps has peaked throughout the 20^th and 21^st century and is recognized and played world wide.  Current day variations of the game include card based adaptations created in California on Indian Reservations.  Played both formally and informally, online, in-house, and privately craps remains on of the most popular games to date. If you are looking for a new game to test out, why not follow in the footsteps of millions of players who love craps? It’s a fun game with lots of variations to keep anyone entertained. Plus, you can win some good payouts with the game too.

A few weeks ago the state House of Pennsylvania decided to approve table game gambling. The House voted in favor of a huge gambling bill that will bring changes to the casino industry throughout the northeast. The bill was passed at a 97-95 vote and it sets taxes and licensing prices. It also portions out the money projected to come from gambling into various areas of the state’s budget.

In a separate bill, the House also voted in favor of portioning out a good sum of the revenue to universities. This is good news for the state education industry because they have long been put on hold due to lack of money. Many universities had to postpone their financial aid programs and cut various programs from their budget. They also had to lay-off teachers and university staff. The recession was difficult on the economy and education was not untouched. Many schools have been hard-pressed to manage as they have been on hold by the state regarding funding for the upcoming school year.

When it comes to the new bill, there is still a major split along party lines. The House majority Democrats were able to push the legislation through although most Republicans voted against it. The final approval for the bill is expected to come soon. If it is approved, the tax rate for race tracks/racinos would be 16% for their table games. This rate would drop to 14% in 2011. Licensing fees for table games would be a one-time fee of $16.5 million. There are huge dollars expected to come into the state via gambling and due to the deficit, the state is doing all it can to make the law work.

The entire House was rushed by the bill. Most felt that they should have had more time to weigh out the bill and its ramifications to the state. They would have preferred more time to thoroughly examine the full 650-page bill and understand its full meaning. Though the House is divided almost squarely down the center, the bill did win out the approval. Only time will tell what that will mean for the state in terms of laws regarding video gambling and revenues in coming years.

Red Hawk Casino is announcing the addition of two live card craps tables to its current mix of table games. This move will make it the first casino in Northern California to offer the game. The live card craps tables are in response to feedback management received from players who requested the game. In addition to standard wagering, both card craps tables feature Bonus Craps, which offers additional payout opportunities for the player. Red Hawk Casino is the only casino in Northern California to feature Bonus Craps and they look to make a good deal of revenue from the game.  Exclusivity is key to their money making plan and craps is a sure-fire way of maintaining it…for now, at least.

Craps is one of the most exciting games to play due to the constant action and multiple betting rounds. Live Card Craps plays similar to a traditional craps table, except uses cards instead of dice. With Bonus Craps, all numbers other than a seven pay 175 to 1. Additionally, all tall numbers between eight and 12 or all small numbers between two and six pay 34 to 1.

Red Hawk Casino offers more than 75 table games including Single Deck Blackjack, Double Deck Blackjack, Six Deck Shoe Blackjack, Fortune Pai Gow, Mystery Card Roulette, Three-Card Poker, Four-Card Poker, World Poker Tour, All-In Hold ‘Em, Let It Ride, EZ Baccarat and Mini Baccarat. Plus, opening late November is a non-smoking live Poker Room! Table games are located throughout the main casino floor, in the High-Limit area and the lower level featuring non-smoking gaming.

To start earning great prizes and exclusive members-only offers, sign up at the Red Hawk Rewards Club in the casino. New members have a winning guarantee with a rebate for 25% on their first trip’s play. The rebate, up to $400 in free slot play, will be added to the player’s Club card for use on their next trip to Red Hawk Casino.  Overall it is a great casino deal for any loyal player who wants to make the most of his or her wagers. For anyone who loves craps, check out the Red Hawk Casino’s new tables. They are sure to bring fun and enjoyment to any level of player.