Legal Issues with minors playing airsoft...

[BoltActionRob]

So what you're saying is, because I'm seventeen, very few people will let me play?
Well that sucks. Considering I have real firearms training and treat my airsoft guns the same.
I'm also in the NJROTC so I have some military experience if that helps at all.

[Firehead]

So what you're saying is, because I'm seventeen, very few people will let me play?

Yes.

I have some military experience if that helps at all.

That isn't military experience.

Also, even if it were "military" experience, it still doesn't change the fact that you are legally a minor.

[BoltActionRob]

So what you're saying is, because I'm seventeen, very few people will let me play?

Yes.

I have some military experience if that helps at all.

That isn't military experience.

Also, even if it were "military" experience, it still doesn't change the fact that you are legally a minor.

I understand.
It sucks that the rest of my age group ruined the game for me.

[Firehead]

Its not that your "age group" ruined it, if anything, it is your age groups parents. They are the ones that initate legal action. Most kids don't get fucked up, then go, "I'm SOOOO suing you! You are SOOO sued!" They suck it up, and keep playing busted up or not.

Besides, how long do you have until you turn 18? Is it really a big deal if you have to wait for a few months? See it as a chance to get EVERYTHING you need or want for airsoft, before you actually get started.

[BoltActionRob]

Its not that your "age group" ruined it, if anything, it is your age groups parents. They are the ones that initate legal action. Most kids don't get fucked up, then go, "I'm SOOOO suing you! You are SOOO sued!" They suck it up, and keep playing busted up or not.

Besides, how long do you have until you turn 18? Is it really a big deal if you have to wait for a few months? See it as a chance to get EVERYTHING you need or want for airsoft, before you actually get started.

I was so totally depressed until I read this. Lol, thanks, I turn 18 in October.
You're right, this does give me enough time to fully prepare.
I can get the rigs, and the proper camo in the meantime.
Right now, I have plenty of guns, just no gear.
And thanks for understanding that it's mostly the parents, not us.

[Polie]

Its not that your "age group" ruined it, if anything, it is your age groups parents. They are the ones that initate legal action. Most kids don't get fucked up, then go, "I'm SOOOO suing you! You are SOOO sued!" They suck it up, and keep playing busted up or not.

Besides, how long do you have until you turn 18? Is it really a big deal if you have to wait for a few months? See it as a chance to get EVERYTHING you need or want for airsoft, before you actually get started.

I was so totally depressed until I read this. Lol, thanks, I turn 18 in October.
You're right, this does give me enough time to fully prepare.
I can get the rigs, and the proper camo in the meantime.
Right now, I have plenty of guns, just no gear.
And thanks for understanding that it's mostly the parents, not us.

get all ur shit in perfect working order and start studying hand signals, how to communicate properly on the radio, and squad based tactics. You also have time to get in shape; start running with a semi-heavy pack and get used to the heat.

[BoltActionRob]

Its not that your "age group" ruined it, if anything, it is your age groups parents. They are the ones that initate legal action. Most kids don't get fucked up, then go, "I'm SOOOO suing you! You are SOOO sued!" They suck it up, and keep playing busted up or not.

Besides, how long do you have until you turn 18? Is it really a big deal if you have to wait for a few months? See it as a chance to get EVERYTHING you need or want for airsoft, before you actually get started.

I was so totally depressed until I read this. Lol, thanks, I turn 18 in October.
You're right, this does give me enough time to fully prepare.
I can get the rigs, and the proper camo in the meantime.
Right now, I have plenty of guns, just no gear.
And thanks for understanding that it's mostly the parents, not us.

get all ur s*** in perfect working order and start studying hand signals, how to communicate properly on the radio, and squad based tactics. You also have time to get in shape; start running with a semi-heavy pack and get used to the heat.

I shouldn't have to worry about the being in shape part. Still in the NJROTC.
They don't teach us shit about tactics and hand signals, but I already know how to properly use a radio.
It just feels so far away! I guess until then, I'll just be doing backyard wars with a bunch of other teenagers.

[MRSTU]

Its not that your "age group" ruined it, if anything, it is your age groups parents. They are the ones that initate legal action. Most kids don't get fucked up, then go, "I'm SOOOO suing you! You are SOOO sued!" They suck it up, and keep playing busted up or not.

Besides, how long do you have until you turn 18? Is it really a big deal if you have to wait for a few months? See it as a chance to get EVERYTHING you need or want for airsoft, before you actually get started.

I was so totally depressed until I read this. Lol, thanks, I turn 18 in October.
You're right, this does give me enough time to fully prepare.
I can get the rigs, and the proper camo in the meantime.
Right now, I have plenty of guns, just no gear.
And thanks for understanding that it's mostly the parents, not us.

Dude, im in NJROTC and they really dont give you any military experience or real harsh physical activities. All it is is your general orders and how to stand at attention and march. (I go to Thunderbird by the way) Really they dont teach you shit all it is, is an extra bonus to add when you get hired because you "know" leadership and discepline. Theres no way in hell that gives you the right to play airsoft though.



get all ur s*** in perfect working order and start studying hand signals, how to communicate properly on the radio, and squad based tactics. You also have time to get in shape; start running with a semi-heavy pack and get used to the heat.

I shouldn't have to worry about the being in shape part. Still in the NJROTC.
They don't teach us s*** about tactics and hand signals, but I already know how to properly use a radio.
It just feels so far away! I guess until then, I'll just be doing backyard wars with a bunch of other teenagers.

[Kruc1fix]

Its not that your "age group" ruined it, if anything, it is your age groups parents. They are the ones that initate legal action. Most kids don't get fucked up, then go, "I'm SOOOO suing you! You are SOOO sued!" They suck it up, and keep playing busted up or not.

I'm so happy you mentioned that and recognized thats what really happens.

[IRA42]

At some events are 16 year old minors allowed to participate in events?

[BoltActionRob]

At some events are 16 year old minors allowed to participate in events?

It all depends on the event.
From lurking around the games board I'd have to say at least 90% won't let minors play.

[IRA42]

ugh well im 17 so hopefully i will be able to get in a few matches and get some good time in before im 18

[Sergeant First Class Keenan]

I recommend going on-line, searching for and buying Army FM 7-8 Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad. After your done with that buy some good gear, some BDU's, DCU's, ACU's or whatever and radio. Then when you turn 18 your set.

Of course you can get all that stuff free by calling me and joining the Army National Guard, 11B!  

Oh and JROTC isn't and never will be "Military Experiance" if marching was "Military Experiance" then your school band would be just as qualified.

[IRA42]

appreciate the advice will keep all in mind

[Polie]

while ur at it, go ahead and enlist! you can do it with your parents sig. at age 17. lol