Operation: West Wing commemorates one of the opening battles of Operation Iraqi Freedom that was fought by a sole platoon of US Army Rangers.  The rangers were assigned to destroy a number of SCUD launchers that were positioned near the border of Jordan.  It is believed that Saddam Hussein intended to launch missiles into Israel when the United States invaded Iraq.  The Ranger platoon entered Iraq from a secret base in Jordan called the West Wing and successfully assaulted and destroyed their targets after an intense 4 hour battle.

Operation: West Wing is being held at the Marauders Tactical Training Urban Assault Course.  This forty acre adventure field features large mock buildings, trenches, and bunkers.  The adventure takes place on Sunday, January 27 (9 am – 5 pm).  

The game will feature:

Rangers vs Saddam’s Fedayeen
Three 90 – 120 Minute Missions
Vehicles and Mock Buildings
Smoke Grenades and Simulated IED’s
Airsoft Swap Meet
Prize Raffle with over $500 in Prizes
 
Required Equipment for Operation: West Wing
Rangers – DCU’s or ACU’s (32 spaces)
Fedayeen – Black Civilian Clothes  (44 spaces)
Required Equipment
Sealed Eye Protection
Appropriate Team Uniform (Hat, Shirt, and Pants)
Boots
Hydration Carrier or Canteen
1 MRE
AEG <375FPS with .25 bb’s
Non-Winding Magazines
Tactical Vest (US Forces)

Admission
Admission includes an event patch, bag of Killer Beez BB’s, and raffle ticket.

EARLY REGISTRATION UNTIL JAN 20 IS ONLY $40
$60 for General Public Jan 20 - 25 (Players 15 and Up)
$30 for MTT Annual Pass Owners

Registered players can join us for a free day of training missions on Saturday, Jan 26.  Players can then camp out and participate in some night operations and training.

For more information about the game site, visit www.marauders.us

Operation Iraqi Freedom June 18 (9 am– 2 pm)

Southwest Paintball has become the stage for Operation Iraqi Freedom. Join us all summer long as Marauders Airsoft hosts games based on battles taking place in Ramadi Iraq. Join the US and Iraqi forces (desert camouflage) in combat against Insurgents (woodland and civilian clothing) in a game that spans all of the combat fields.

Remember to bring any old gear or guns you may want to sell. We will be setting up a mini Airsoft SWAP meet. The Marauders will sell your gear for you while you play.

About Southwest Paintball
This is a great location for airsoft as it has seven fields featuring an old town, a castle, ship, and a giant field with towers and trenches. Minors are welcome to play at Southwest with a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Take the opportunity to visit SoftAir Depot and get more information about the game. There is a field fee of only $20 per player.  Players must have sealed eye wear to play on the field.  Shooting glasses will no longer be authorized.  A full face mask is available with admission.

Visit www.southwestpaintball.com for directions and pictures of the field

There will not be a carpool to the game on Sunday. Please coordinate your travel appropriately.

DATES: June 24, 2006  

TIMES: 9 am – 4 pm

LOCATION:  Phoenix International Security Group Training Center      Near 23rd Avenue and Northern, Phoenix, AZ

GUESTS: The K-9 Detection Program is open to individuals who want to learn about the methods used to train explosive and patrol K-9 units. The training program is limited to 16 guests.

ADMISSION:  $40 for guests registered before June 20/$50 after June 20, 2006
Lunch is included with registration.

Phoenix International Security Group is hosting a six hour K-9 Detection Training Program.  The class is being conducted by Phoenix International Security Group and K9 Security Services.   Guests who attend will have the opportunity to participate and learn about multiple topics that include:

Types of Threats K-9 Units Detect
• Improvised Explosive Devices
• Narcotics

K – 9 Training Methods
• Explosive Detection
• Narcotics Detection
• Patrol and Escort

Hands-On Training
• Bomb Response Procedures
• Bite Suit Demonstrations
• Use of Force Training for K-9 Units
     
This is a great opportunity to learn about what real K-9 handlers in the military and law enforcement do and experience.  

Send a pm for information on how to attend.

May 20 Southwest Paintball Airsoft Games (2 – 7 pm)

Next games at SWPB are on Saturday May 20.  Remember to bring any old gear or guns you may want to sell.  We will be setting up a mini Airsoft SWAP meet.  

We are also concluding the Airsoft Challenge at Southwest Paintball.  Players have a chance to compete for prizes (money and gear) in a tactical shooting competition.  All the rules will be explained at the game.   Here is a brief summary of the event.

Players will navigate a shooting obstacle course with limited ammunition
Players must hit targets before moving to the next obstacle
Upon completion of the course, a time will be recorded
Player with the lowest time at the end of the Airsoft Challenge (last day is May 20) will win a cash prize
Compete in the Airsoft Challenge on May 13, and 20th
Use any pistol or AEG (limit 30 BB’s)
Players may compete as many times as they want in an attempt to get the lowest time (each attempt for $1)
 
About Southwest Paintball
This is a great location for airsoft as it has seven fields featuring an old ghost town, a castle, pirate ship, and a giant field with towers and trenches. Minors are welcome to play at Southwest with a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.  Take the opportunity to visit SoftAir Depot and get more information about the game.  There is a field fee of only $20 per player.  Visit www.southwestpaintball.com for directions and pictures of the field
 

There is a carpool available for the game ($5/person).  Carpool leaves SoftAir Depot at 9:00 am and returns at 8 pm.  Send a pm to get a space.

Players of all ages and skill level are invited to play airsoft games at Southwest Paintball from 2 - 7 pm. Field admission is only $20. Southwest's fields include an old ghost town, a castle, a pirate ship, and a huge area with towers and trenches.

The field is located near 200th Avenue and Bell Road. Minors are required to wear full paintball masks. Adults are required to wear sealed goggles (no shooting glasses.)

Marauders Airsoft will be hosting the games and scenarios.

A carpool is available from SoftAir Depot and the PISG Training Center near 23rd Avenue and Northern. Send a pm for more details.

Players of all ages and skill level are invited to play airsoft games at Southwest Paintball from 10 am - 3 pm. Field admission is only $20. Southwest's fields include an old ghost town, a castle, a pirate ship, and a huge area with towers and trenches.

The field is located near 200th Avenue and Bell Road. Minors are required to wear full paintball masks. Adults are required to wear sealed goggles (no shooting glasses.)

Marauders Airsoft will be hosting the games and scenarios.

This four hour program introduces airsoft players that participate in high level military airsoft simulation games to Airsoft IED’s.  Players will develop knowledge about airsoft road side bombs, suicide bombers, and anti-personnel devices.  Students will develop knowledge and skills by participating in:

•   Introduction to IED's
•   Components of Airsoft IEDs'
•   Common Tactics and Use of Airsoft IED's
•   Detection and Response to Airsoft IED's
•   Render Safe Procedures for Airsoft IED's
•   IED Scenarios

The instruction will combine real world and airsoft knowledge about IED tactics and response. The program was designed by real world explosive ordinance personnel.  No classified information will be discussed.  

Training is conducted at a private facility located near 23rd Avenue and Northern in Phoenix, AZ.

Class is $30.  Register at Jungle Toy (35th Avenue and Northern) or SoftAir Depot (69th Street and Shea).

United Peacekeeper Competition is being held at the Tactical Airsoft Center in Southern California.  Teams of 2 – 6 players will be given a scenario on six different fields that will test your skills and tactics under stressful and timed conditions.  The opposition consists of event officials.  The scenarios include:

•   Hostage Rescue
•   Explosive Ordinance Disposal of Terrorist Bombs
•   Executive Protection
•   Mine Fields
•   Rescue a Wounded Team Mate

Registration is $75 per player and is due by March 15.
Visit  www.airsoftcenter.net for more information.