Airsoft Arizona
Arizona Game Discussions => Local Games Listing/RSVP => Topic started by: Nil8r on June 30, 2010, 05:03:25 PM
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UPDATED AS OF AUGUST 12th 2010
When: Friday, August 13th, Saturday, August 14th, & Sunday, August 15th
Where: Sharp Creek Campground, Manzanita Group Camping Site (Site #1)
According to Google Maps, the AO is 104 miles from Gearbox Airsoft, an approximate 2 hour drive. We've been to the area and believe any “regular” car can make it to the camping area easily. The site features well maintained dirt roads once you pull off of highway 260, all of the way until you stop at the paved parking area.
Price: $50.00 per player, 75 player limit (35 players on green team, 35 players on tan, 5 player/staff)
AGE Limit: This event will be 18 and over. We know we have many underage players that would like to attend, but unfortunately this is out of our hands for the time being. Hopefully we can accommodate you guys in the near future at other events.
FPS Limits: 375fps w/ .25g for Full/Semi Auto, 525fps w/ .25g for Bolt Action/Single Shot Models
UPDATED NOTE: Apparently, there has been a bit of a misunderstanding of what types of weapons fall into the "Bolt Action/Single Shot Model" category listed above, so I'll do my best to provide some examples. A weapon allowed to shoot at 525fps w/ a .25g BB MUST only be able to shoot one shot per cycle before having to reset the action, as in a bolt action sniper rifle, or a single shot pump-action style shotgun. Semi Automatic is not in this category, regardless of modifications made to the weapon. A Tokyo Marui PSG-1, A Classic Army or other SR-25, a DMR, or an M14 is still an AEG and semi automatic, falling under the 375fps w/.25g rules, not the higher fps. Marksman/Sniper Rifles will be limited to 1 per squad, as they will be of limited use due to the terrain of the field. Contact Ron if you have further questions regarding fps limits. Sorry if this caused any confusion.
Uniform Requirements: Any variation of green uniform vs. Any variation of Tan uniform (NOTE: For this event, Multicam will be considered part of the Green Team, ACU/UCP will be considered part of the Tan Team.) This has been changed from the original statement, due to player/staff comments and based on the actual field terrain. Please make note of the changes and plan accordingly.
35 Players Per Team (3 Squads of 10 Players, 3 player/advisors, 2 additional people to be used as their team sees fit. Either add them to a squad for additional support, create a command element, or as a recon/sniper team)
NOTE: Uniform requirements refers to the color of the clothing only, and does not reflect the color of gear worn with the uniform. Headgear (ball caps, helmets, boonies, etc.) must match the uniform color, not the gear color.
EXAMPLE: If you're on the green team, wearing woodland BDUs, your cover/hat/helmet must also be green. Want to wear coyote tan gear with it? You're still on the green team. Call or email Gearbox Airsoft if you have any questions regarding uniforms.
Included in the price of admission:
Friday Night Raffle Prizes to Early Registrants (Available to people that arrive and set up between 2pm - 7pm)
Saturday Morning Breakfast Before Deployment
One Full Day of Intense Airsoft Action (Featuring multiple scenarios that can alter events and cause repercussions throughout the day. Plan on being in the field no less than 8 hours at a time, so plan accordingly. Also, please remember to pack your own lunch to eat during the day, as the staff will not be providing lunch on the field.)
Saturday Night Dinner (Burgers, hot dogs, and potatoes will be served. People with allergies, special needs, etc. will need to be email Ron for additional details.)
Saturday Night Game (If enough interest from players)
Access to Medium GP Tent in the Campground for fun and revelry after the day of events
Sunday Morning Breakfast Before Deployment
Sunday Morning Scenarios that run until the afternoon
Sunday End-Of-Event Raffle
Possibly a couple of other small surprises!
Where Do I Register? As many of you have already done, registration is being handled at Gearbox Airsoft, located on the southeast corner of Southern and McClintock in Tempe, Az.
The exact store address is:
Gearbox Airsoft
1833 E. Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
480-345-3575
NOTE: If you can't make it into the store before registration closes, please contact Ron at gearboxairsoft@yahoo.com to make alternate arrangements. Payment is being taken in store via cash, credit, debit, or money order, or over the phone through the number listed above. PayPal can also be accepted if necessary, contact Ron at the above email address for details.
Current Event Sponsors: Featuring prizes sponsored by Gearbox Airsoft, Marauders Tactical Training, Airsoft Arizona, WTF Gear, with more to be announced.
and as always, keep checking this post for additional information!
Directions to Sharp Creek Campground:
From Phoenix:
114 mi – about 2 hours 8 mins
1. Turn right to merge onto I-10 E toward Tucson 2.2 mi
2. Take exit 147A to merge onto AZ-202 Loop E 13.0 mi
3. Take exit 13 for Country Club Dr 0.3 mi
4. Turn left at AZ-87 N/N Country Club Dr
- Continue to follow AZ-87 N 73.5 mi
5. Turn right at AZ-260 E 23.6 mi
6. Turn right at Christopher Mt Fire Control Rd 0.3 mi
From Payson:
24.6 mi – about 31 mins
1.Head northeast on AZ-87 N toward E Frontier St 0.7 mi
2.Turn right at AZ-260 E 23.6 mi
3.Turn right at Christopher Mt Fire Control Rd 0.3 mi
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CoF will definitely be bringing a bunch to this one for green. Departing late Sat night, though.
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Me and my brother will be there for tan.
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Me plus +1 for sure on Tan
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Do we know what the FPS limitations are yet? Or is this information forthcoming? :)
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Going to round up some CT guys for this one.
Sounds like some fun to me :)
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I'll be there in multicam with AddoAduro coming along in desert MARPAT.
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Speaking of uniforms,,, are there specific uniform requirements?
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Tan is well..tan uniforms and Multicam
Green is green based uniforms and ACU
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Tan is well..tan uniforms and Multicam
Green is green based uniforms and ACU
What I meant was is it only a specific uniform for each side like WOODLAND vs 3 COLOR DESERT, or something.
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can we get a google maps link to the ao so we can know where it is...thanks
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Red will be there, plus 1. Where do I bring the money to?
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I believe you need to go to Gearbox in Tempe to sign up and pay. I am stoked about this event! I am part of Shadow's team that made an earlier RSVP. We are trying to get a good number of guys from our group to come.
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can i still maybe get a spot with this event or is it booked.? [smilie=armata_pdt_06.gif]
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can we get a google maps link to the ao so we can know where it is...thanks
Google Sharp Creek, Payson, Arizona and it should come up.
Its approx 22 miles east of Payson from what I can tell.
Red will be there, plus 1. Where do I bring the money to?
Just spoke to Ron and he said register at Gearbox.
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can we get a google maps link to the ao so we can know where it is...thanks
Google Sharp Creek, Payson, Arizona and it should come up.
Its approx 22 miles east of Payson from what I can tell.
Red will be there, plus 1. Where do I bring the money to?
Just spoke to Ron and he said register at Gearbox.
Thanks for the info, ill run by there this weekend
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I will put together a team from WARLORD. This event sounds great!
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Sounds like a great weekend
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i want to go to this so bad but im unsure if ill be able to afford it and the gear ill need.
wish me luck guys!!! i hope to see u all there!
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is there any open spots to come.?
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is there any open spots to come.?
All of the info isnt even up yet, Im sure its not sold out.
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I'm in and will be with Big Wave.
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expect at least 3 from team Run n Gun there for Green.
maybe four. but no more.
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Marauders Tactical Training has signed on as a sponsor of the game. Our staff will be hosting a move and shoot obstacle course competition on Friday and Saturday at the event with prizes for the top shooters on each day.
All paid attendees will also receive a complimentary admission to Operation: Blackout at the Urban Assault Course on August 28-29 and a $10 off coupon for Operation: Zombie Hunter at Vanguard Airsoft on August 21.
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Marauders Tactical Training has signed on as a sponsor of the game. Our staff will be hosting a move and shoot obstacle course competition on Friday and Saturday at the event with prizes for the top shooters on each day.
All paid attendees will also receive a complimentary admission to Operation: Blackout at the Urban Assault Course on August 28-29 and a $10 off coupon for Operation: Zombie Hunter at Vanguard Airsoft on August 21.
So if we already paid for Ron's game we can go back to gearbox and get $10 dollars of the prepaid price?
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The MTT $10 discount for OP: Zombie Hunter can be used for the prepaid price. This would lower the admission to $30 for the game on the 21st. Those who have signed up and have paid for OP: Hornet's Nest can prepay for Zombie Hunter any time before August 20.
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Count me in plus three from team Shenanigans
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any age requirements
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any age requirements
18+
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wait im 17 turning 18 on the 23rd can i still come.??
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yea my teammate is like 17 and a half is that close enough to still play?
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18+ means 18+. There is no close enough when it comes to liability.
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well than im 18 :mrgreen:
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You do realize that they will id anyone who is questionable right?
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Two for green
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Put my (Jordan) and Tastyfish21(Steve) down for green!
Cant wait!
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you have to register at gear box if im not mistaken...
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what about if my teammate's dad can sign some kind of waiver or something? then can he play?
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what about if my teammate's dad can sign some kind of waiver or something? then can he play?
As far as I know its 18+ only, I would guess that the only exception would be if one of the game planners personally invited the person and then got the ok from Nil8r.
And Ill be honest, I dont want to spend 3 days with with a bunch of kids that I dont know.
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For those of us who reside in Tucson, how can we register?
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For those of us who reside in Tucson, how can we register?
call up gearbox, ron is hosting the even so i am sure he can work something out with you..
and i second rogue fox on the point that it's a multi day adventure, i don't want to be stuck with a bunch of children regardless if i know them or not.. 18+ usually means 18+ only, and for multiple reasons not limited to but including liability issues.
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can we get a google maps link to the ao so we can know where it is...thanks
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=N%2034%B0 ... 0%2059.761 (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=N%2034%B0%2018.376%20W%20110%B0%2059.761)
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If there is someway like with paypal or something to register that would be cool. It isnt always easy to drive all the way to gearbox to register.
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The first post has been updated with new information. We are now over half full on registrations!
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The first post has been updated with new information. We are now over half full on registrations!
Its filling up quick! I better get up there today and give you my money
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Not going to make is this time, got some family stuff back in good old idaho but you guys have a good time.
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2 from Shadowviper going green all signed up
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I already paid for me, but I have a +1 coming as well now. I’ll be down to gearbox next weekend to pay for him.
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TMills and Myself are paid for on the Tan Side.
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Is there going to be magazine restrictions? Like midcaps only?
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Is there going to be magazine restrictions? Like midcaps only?
Midcaps are highly encouraged. Absolutley no box/cmags on non SAW weapons.
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Is there going to be magazine restrictions? Like midcaps only?
Midcaps are highly encouraged. Absolutley no box/cmags on non SAW weapons.
This is correct. Thank you for ppsting the clarification.
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for those that are interested, the campground will have the following.
1 36' X 36' Ramada
6 picnic tables
1 vault toilet
electicity for lighting
2 large group grills
1 water station
1 large serving table
1 group fire ring
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for those that are interested, the campground will have the following.
1 36' X 36' Ramada
6 picnic tables
1 vault toilet
electicity for lighting
2 large group grills
1 water station
1 large serving table
1 group fire ring
Can you use that electricity for other 110v stuff like chargers? Anyone know what kind of CDMA/GSM service is available out there?
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Two questions: First is anyone or the cadre convoying up there? If so when and where? Second are there any rules against bring your own stove to BBQ on?
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Myself and one other signed up on Saturday for tan.....
Let's do this
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All tan snipers, please PM me so I can get a headcount.
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What are the deployment times?
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What are the deployment times?
I believe that's still being worked on.
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What are the deployment times?
I believe that's still being worked on.
Are the cadre meeting up at gearbox or something before heading to the AO? Or is there another convoy leaving early friday to get there before 2?
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If anyone is in the East Valley, CoF is heading out from the Queek Creek area at about 2:30-3:00 if you are interested in caravaning together.
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Pics of the campground area are attached. Group site camping area at Sharp Creek Campground.
Directions:
Sharp Creek is easy to find.
Head North on SR-87 to Payson. When you get to Payson turn Right (East) on SR-260 just past McDonalds.
STAY ON SR-260 Approx 23 miles. GO PAST CHRISTOPHER CREEK. As soon as you are past the turns for Christopher Creek look for the SHARP CREEK CAMPGROUND. It is located on the South (RIGHT SIDE of the road) there is a large brown and cream colored USFS sign.
Staging area for the AO will be in the GROUP SITE at Sharp Creek Campground.
Follow campground signs for the group site.
(http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu112/bigwavedave1985/AIRSOFT/SHARP_CREEK/HORNETSNEST003.jpg)
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More Information online at:
http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto/recreatio ... ground.pdf (http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto/recreation/rogs/camping/Payson/SharpCreekGroupCampground.pdf)
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As you can see from the photos, there is not too much overhead shade in the parking/camp area. It would be advisable to bring an ez-up for shade if you have one, just in case.
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Updated with directions to the campground.
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This is the updated link to the OP: Hornet's Nest Player Packet. Please read before attending, see you at the game!
viewtopic.php?f=106&t=28192 (http://www.airsoftarizona.com/forumbb/viewtopic.php?f=106&t=28192)
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Just a heads up...
We will be giving out several prizes, including free admissions to MTT's Operation: Blackout August 28th for all players who attend Hornets Nest. Also if you sign up for the MTT newsletter, we will enter you into a raffle for a free admission to the Big Game December 19th, where we plan on giving away over $2,000 in prizes. Check the MTT Forum (www.marauders.us (http://www.marauders.us)) for more information.
For those of you who may have a gun go down during the event and can't find a replacement AEG/ fix the problem, MTT will have M4 Rentals available for $10 (battery included), but you must provide your own mags.
We will have BBs for sale $20 for 5000 count .25 BBs, or $5 for 1000 count .25 BBs.
Also, we will have a selection of Condor Tactical Gear (Mostly Tan) available for purchase (camelbacks, chest rigs, rifle slings, dump pouches, magazine pouches, shemaghs, etc...).
Cash only.
Thanks and see you at the game!
Victor
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Good game all, glad to see you all out there. Let me just be the first to say (on the forums): Stupid hill. I still enjoyed it though.
Also, on the SLIM chance someone found it, I'm missing the black plastic cover for the doctor sight on my ACOG.
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Awesome game! Thanks again to all the staff and players for making it a great game.
Now, lets get some pictures up!
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Very awesome game. Thanks to ron and all of his help like Phil Paul Matt Chris. Sorry if I don't know all of your names but u know who u are. Thank you so much for all your hard work. And yes the hill was "stupid" but it was a challenge and fun. Good job tan u made us work.
This is green sniper I'm sorry if I shot u in the face or made u poop ur pants and if u heard me yelling don't worry I was not mad at u but myself for missing. Thanks for the raffle mtt and ron that was nice. Once again ron Thanks for all your hard work and your sacrifice of time.
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All I took were some random shots around HQ during lunch and what not. Pictures are here: http://photos.xaviermace.com/GalleryThumbnails.aspx?gallery=393092
My favorite:
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I think that explains the troop deployment completely.
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Awesome game guys. Thanks so much for putting the time and the energy to make sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to all of the players for great sportsmanship. Look forward to Operation Hornet's Nest II.
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Pic thread here: http://www.airsoftarizona.com/forumbb/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=28225
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Looks like a fun time. I wish I could have attended; maybe next time.
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Great game guys. I look forward to the next one
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Had a great time thanks Ron and all the sponsors for making this game happen loved the hill lol.
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Great game. Thanks Ron, Phil,Scott, Dave and everyone else involved. I'd also like to thank those of you that helped us set up and take down the bunkers, you we're a great help.
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Found it Ron has it at gearbox
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It's been awhile since I've been out to an op and this one was brutal. But I was smiling at the end. (Just not the begining. Damn hill) Thanks to all that out on such a classy event. I was really impressed by the organization and planning that went into everything. How was Sunday's game? I didn't stay for it but that all fine and well, Saturday's tore me up.
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It's been awhile since I've been out to an op and this one was brutal. But I was smiling at the end. (Just not the begining. Damn hill) Thanks to all that out on such a classy event. I was really impressed by the organization and planning that went into everything. How was Sunday's game? I didn't stay for it but that all fine and well, Saturday's tore me up.
Somebody on tan got some glue stuck on their finger but other than that it was still very enjoyable.