HITW Spring Social 2018: Part II
Relaxed Uniform, All Experience Levels, Recreational Event
Saturday, April 28th, 2018
Hole in the Wall Paintball
24262 66th Street
Bangor, Michigan 49013Useful Links: {Field Waiver},
{To Bring Checklist},
{Driving Directions},
{Weather Conditions} Ages: 14+
Participant Fee: $20.00 (Walk On, Cash Only! No Credit Card On Site).
- All participants of the nearly rained out event on 04/14/2018 will receive $10.00 off admissions.
- Signature of parent or guardian required for minor participants.
~ Beginner friendly event format and regulations.
~ Semi-structured uniform (team) combinations.
~ Loose ammunition regulations and no magazine restrictions.
~ Free Pre-event camping and post (weather applicable).
~ Swap meet (open to all players)! Got stuff to sell? Bring it along!
Walk-On Registrations: Post in the official event thread with your name, call-sign, home team, age, and what faction you would like to play on. Payment will be made at field registration, cash only. No credit card sales.
Event Times:Pre-Event Camping Open: 5:00 PM, Friday, April 27th.
Registration/Chronograph Open: 9:00 AM, Saturday, April 28th.
Event Briefing/Field Walk On: 10:00 AM.
Game Start: 10:30 AM.
Lunch Period: 1:00-2:00 PM.
Game Resumes: 2:15 PM.
Event End: 5:00 PM.
Event Game Outline:Round 1: Team Deathmatch (North-South Ridges).
Round 2: City Defense (Deadwood or Lakebed Only).
Round 3: Escort (Lakebed, Full Area).
Round 4: Downed Pilot (Lakebed, Full Area).
Round 5: Ridge Only (North, South, or East Ridge).
Round 6: Manhunt (Undetermined).
Round 7: Multi Faction Deathmatch (Undetermined).
Round 8: Insurgency (Full Field).
* Game rounds may not go in corresponding order. Games and order will be determined with player opinions and day of field conditions.
Uniform Requirements:All teams will be balanced the morning of the event based on overall attendance and the numbers of players wearing a given uniform. This is to allow for a more fluid, balanced, and enjoyable event overall.
- All uniforms including full sets of camouflage, partial (mismatched sets), and no camouflage at all are allowed.
- Players will be issued colored armbands (two per person) to aid with faction identification.
Eye Protection Regulations:- ANSI Z87.1 rated full seal eye protection only, no exceptions.
- ANSI rated, full seal goggles or shooting glasses are permitted.
- 'Full Seal' is defined as a foam band separating the lens of the goggle from the frame portion and the face of the user.
- Mesh goggles, lab safety goggles, safety glasses, etc will not be permitted under any circumstances.
- Lower face protection (Mesh Lowers, Mouth Guards, Etc) do not apply to this.
Engagement Limits:1 - 350.0 FPS (0.01j - 1.07j) - Arms length engagement.
350.1 - 410.0 FPS (1.08j - 1.49j) - 20 foot engagement limit.
410.1 - 500.0 FPS (1.50j - 2.32j) - 50 foot engagement limit (Permanent Semi-Auto or Bolt Action Only).
500.1 - 549.9 FPS (2.33j - 2.69j) - Bolt action replicas only.
550 FPS+ (2.7j) - Prohibited under all circumstances.
- Velocities will be measured using the weight of BB being used.
- All replicas will be issued 'chronograph' tags after being registered and measured. These must remain on the replica for the entire event.
Ammunition and Magazine Regulations:- Players are limited to 4,000 rounds on their person.
- All magazine types allowed (Low, Mid, High, or Box-Drum).
- Additional amounts of ammunition may be left at spawn locations (at your own risk).
- Participants are allowed to leave larger amounts at the staging area or in prospective vehicles (at your own risk).
Barrel Bag/Barrel Plug Regulations:- All participants must have a barrel bag or a muzzle plug on or in their replica when out of gameplay.
- Barrel bags are available at registration for $7.00 each.
Bang Kills:- Players may opt to use a 'Bang Kill' when engaging opponents in tight areas or CQC environments. This is strongly recommending when using a high velocity replica at unacceptably close ranges. The assaulting party must say the word "Bang!" loudly and must correspond to the number of players being attacked.
Example: Four Players - "Bang, Bang, Bang, Bang!"...Knife/Bayonet/Touch Kills:- Participants may opt to use a simple 'Touch Kill' to quietly disable an opponent. Players must say "Knife Kill" to the opposing party and physically touch the other.
- Participants may use a replica knife/bayonet to also conduct a kill using a physical touch.
- Do not jab, physically assault, or use undue amounts of force.
- Real-Steel knives and bayonets are prohibited under all circumstances.
Surrender Rules:- Participants may opt to 'Surrender' to an engaging opponent at any point during the event. Players that choose to do so must return to their respective respawn location.
Zero Tolerance Policy:The following infractions will result in immediate removal from field property and a permanent ban from field property. Law enforcement may be used if required to remove problematic players.
- Theft of field or company property.
- Vandalism or destruction of property.
- Assault of participants, visitors, or field staff.
- Repeated removal of eye protection.
- Unsportsmanlike like conduct.
Pre-Event Camping:- Pre-event camping is available to all participants attending the event.
- Pre-event camping will open at 5:00 PM the evening before the event.
- Ages: 18+. No exceptions!
- Participants must bring their own tent, sleeping bag, and camping equipment.
- Participants may only camp in specific areas of the field grounds.
- Staging area campsites are reserved for field staff and/or moderator use only. No exceptions.
- Small fires are permitted in specific areas only.
- We will not be responsible for items that are lost, stolen, or damaged.
- Violation of any field regulations may result in immediate and permanent removal from field grounds without refund.
* Camping availability varies based on local weather conditions.
General Field Information:- HPA fills are available on site. $5.00 for all day air fills, up to 2,500 PSI.
- Power outlets are available on location.
- Live firearms (real steel) are not permitted on field property.
- Not responsible for items or belongings that are lost, stolen, or damaged.
What To Bring Checklist:- Full-Seal Eye Protection [Required].
- Barrel Bag or Muzzle Plug [Required].
- Airsoft Replica, Sidearm, and Magazines. [Required].
- Batteries, Charging Unit, and BB's [Required].
- Red 'Kill' Rag [Required].
- Camouflage or Uniform [Required].
- Potable water. [Highly Recommended].
- Canteen / Hydration Pack [Highly Recommended].
- Radio and Charging Unit [Highly Recommended].
- Flash Light / Tactical Light [Highly Recommended].
- Spare Batteries [Highly Recommended].
- Extra Dry Clothing (Shirt, Pants, Socks) [Highly Recommended].
- Extra Dry Footwear [Highly Recommended].
Photos From Previous Events- Spring Social 2016 Photo Album (03/19/2016) - Operation: Perestroika Photo Album (01/16/2016) - Operation: Firestorm V Photo Album (10/17/2015) - Operation: Corrupt Intent Photo Album (08/22/2015) - Michigan Airsoft Spring Rec. Event 2013 Photo Album (04/23/2013) - Operation: Black Eagle V Photo Album (06/09/2012)- Operation: Firestorm (10/16/2011) Photo Album 