Address: 24262 66th Street, Bangor, Michigan 49013

~ Official Event Page and Roster: https://holeinthewallpaintballmi.com/op-firestorm
~ Driving Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/u2QnrkVSovAAbVDp9
~ Ages: 14 and Up
~ Full seal ANSI Z87.1 rated goggles or full face mask required.
~ Barrel bags required.
~ No 8mm BB's are permitted.

* All participants are asked to RSVP to this event, even if you are not pre-paying. Simply clicking the "Going" or "Interested" button on Facebook or just talking about attending doesn't help event hosts plan properly. Help us provide better quality events by letting us know you plan to attend. Send a message with your registration information so we can add you to a roster accordingly.

Event Times:

Pre-Event Camping Open: 3:00 PM, Friday, October 11th, 2024.
Registration/Chronograph Open: 9:00 AM, Saturday, October 12th, 2024.
Event Briefing: 10:30 AM (Approximately)
Game Start: 11:00 AM
Lunch Period: 1:00 PM (Approximately)
Event End: 5:00-6:00 PM
Night Games Begin: Undetermined

Registration Information:

Walk-On Admission: $40.00 Per Person (Cash Only, Walk-On)
Rental Admission: $60.00 Per Person (Cash Only, Walk-On)

Advance (Prepay) Admission: $30.00 Per Person (PayPal Prepay)
Advance (Prepay) Rental Admission: $50.00 Per Person (PayPal Prepay)

* Prepays due by: Sunday, September 1st, 2024.
- To Prepay, please PayPal $30.00 per participant to armoryairsoft@gmail.com
- Please print and bring your payment conformation. This is proof you prepaid.
- If you plan on needing a rental unit, please specify that in your advanced registration. Rentals are first come, first serve.
* Please include your: Full name, desired faction, number of players attending, and and if you plan on pre or post event camping.

Rental Packages:
- Includes: Admission, replica, full face mask, and one full magazine of BB's.
- Additional BB's beyond the initial rental package must be purchased.
- Field ammo (BB's) only may be run through rental units. No outside bb's are permitted to be used with rental equipment.
* All rentals are first come, first serve. Please reserve ahead of time, message for details.

Uniform Regulations:

Green Team (All Green Uniforms): M81 Woodland, MARPAT, Woodland DPM, Tiger Stripe, OD Green, Alpenflage, and Street Clothing.

Tan Team (All Tan Uniforms): Multicam, Three Color Desert, Six Color Desert, Arid MARPAT, ACU, ABU, Black, Urban, and Contractor.

Misc Uniform Information:

 - Uniforms that follow either a green based pattern or a tan based pattern, but are not listed will be automatically be placed with a faction of similar color. Message for details or information.
- All non-uniformed players (civilian/street clothing) will be placed on the green team.
- 'Contractor' (Private Military Contractor) is defined as khaki colored pants and a black top. No exceptions.
- Ghillie Suits are allowed on either faction.
- Mismatched uniforms are not allowed under any circumstances. (IE: Woodland Pants and a Six-Color Desert Jacket).
- Gear color is irrelevant to uniform/faction requirements for all players.
- Colored armbands will be used to further identify teams if needed.

Eye Protection and Barrel Bag Regulations:

- ANSI Z87.1 rated full seal eye protection only, no exceptions.
- '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.

- Replicas are required to have barrel bags for their replicas while in the staging area or parking lot.
- Ad-hoc barrel bags such as socks, gloves, or other types of impromptu blocking devices are not allowed.
- Barrel bags are available for sale for $8.00 each if needed at game registration.

Velocity Regulations:

~ 0.01j - 1.07j - Arms Length Engagement Limit.
~ 1.08j - 1.49j - 20 Foot Engagement Limit.
~ 1.50j - 2.32j - 50 Foot Engagement Limit. (Permanent Semi-Auto or Bolt Action Replicas Only)
~ 2.33j - 2.69j - 100 Foot Engagement Limit. (Bolt Action Replicas Only)
~ 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 Regulations:

Handguns, Shotguns, Sub-machine Guns, and Assault Rifles: 1,500 Rounds.
- All magazine (Low, Mid, or High Capacity) types allowed.

Support Weapons: 1,500 Rounds.
- All magazine (Low, Mid, High Capacity, Box, or Drum) types allowed.

Sniper Rifle and Designated Marksman: 200 Rounds.
- Low or Mid Capacity Magazines Only.

Rocket Launchers, Landmines, IED's, Etc: Undetermined (Normally Allowed).
- Prior field approval only.

Sound Grenades: Allowed.
- Kill Radius: 15 feet.

Smoke Grenades (Cold Burn): Allowed.
- Allowed with common sense use (if it's starting a fire, put it out).
- Don't ruin it for everyone else (lifetime bans will be issued for reckless use).

- Additional amounts of ammunition or personal items may be left at prospective team re-spawn location (at your own risk).
- Participants may leave the event at any point to retrieve additional quantities of ammunition, etc stored in other locations (staging area, vehicles, campsites, etc) and may resume game-play immediately by walking to the prospective teams re-spawn location.

Bang Kills/Surrender Rules:

- Bang kills will not be allowed for this event. Players will replicas firing over established velocity limits must use a sidearm to engage closer targets or in small environments.
- Players may opt to surrender if they so choose.
- Participants are encouraged to play with a level of sportsmanship and not engage other players at unacceptably close ranges.

Knife/Bayonet 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.

Lost or Stolen Property Policy:

- Hole in the Wall Paintball, Inc and/or affiliates will not be held responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen property of any kind on field grounds.
- Participants are strongly advised to not take unnecessary items onto field grounds or playing areas.

Pre and Post Event Camping:

- Free, on-site camping is available to all participants 18 years of age or older.
- Minors 16 and up with a parent or guardian are also welcome.
- Small grills are permitted in designated areas.
- Fires are prohibited outside of designated areas.
- Must bring own camping equipment.
- Must bring own food and supplies.

- Power outlets are available on location.
- Live firearms (real steel) are not permitted on field property.

We ask that all prospective players RSVP for this event, it allows us to create a more balanced event and encourages other players to attend if they see others posting.

Event Series Timeline:

~ Operation: Flash Fire (10/15/2006): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Flash Fire II (10/13/2007): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Flash Fire III (10/13/2008): Battlefield Stalemate.
~ Operation: Flash Fire; Codename: Deep Snow (12/06/2008): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Backdraft (05/09/2009): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Flash Fire IV (10/13/2009): Battlefield Stalemate.
~ Operation: Flash Fire V (10/16/2010): Communist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm (10/15/2011): Communist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm II (10/13/2012): Battlefield Stalemate (Weather)
~ Operation: Firestorm III (10/12/2013): Communist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm IV (10/18/2014): Battlefield Stalemate (Weather)
~ Operation: Firestorm V (10/17/2015): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm VI (11/12/2016): Communist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm VII (10/21/2017): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm VIII (10/13/2018): Communist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm IX (10/12/2019): Battlefield Stalemate (Pyrrhic Victory)
~ Operation: Firestorm X (10/17/2020): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm XI (10/16/2021): Communist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm XII (10/15/2022): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm XIII (10/14/2023): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm XIV (10/12/2024): Undecided.

* This game, along with all business hours and related information is subject to change in accordance with local, state, or federal regulations. Please watch for updates.

Only week until Operation: Firestorm XIV; our annual autumn scenario event! All players are reminded to please follow the uniform regulations for this event, this allows for a more enjoyable experience for all participants.

All guests are reminded that we require full seal ANSI Z87.1 rated eye protection.

All transactions are cash only.

For more information about the uniform regulations or other event information please visit our webpage or Facebook page.

https://facebook.com/events/s/operation-firestorm-xiv/431977073143893/