Sierra Vista Airsoft MeetUp group formed.

[Ghoul]

Even having arrived in Sierra Vista only recently, I realized the airsoft community in the area could use some organization, leadership and initiative. With this in mind, I've made a MeetUp group called Sierra Vista Airsoft which can be reached here: http://www.meetup.com/Sierra-Vista-Airsoft

The goal of the group is three fold:
1. Promote legal and safe play in areas around Sierra Vista and to discourage irresponsible use of airsoft weapons in the eyes of the public.
2. Encourage a more structured military simulation game focusing on operations, planning, reconnaissance, small unit tactics and objectives. A campaign story line will give a facsimile of purpose behind the missions.
3. Organize the local players into a supportive community full of training opportunities, logistic support and good times.

If you're in the area, or want to get involved, feel free to RSVP on our next meeting which is scheduled soon.

[KileyHAZ]

Sweet! I think many of the surrounding communities and even local groups could benefit from some organization based on the exact principles you mention in your post. Good luck and keep us posted on events!

[Ghoul]

Our first MeetUp is scheduled for this Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Our group has 13 members so far, with many of them being active-duty military. We have at least representatives from the team Misfit 1-1 as well as the local organizers from Cochise Airsoft League and the Bisbee United Airsoft group.

I personally have already established positive rapport with the Sierra VIsta Police Dept as well as Huachuca Police Dept. With their coordination, Lotus and I were able to play a couple of games at potential sites.

We do have an offer from a private land owner to lease his land (5 acres / 30 acres) but the terms have not yet been finalized and we're waiting to see if the group would be willing to invest in the cost of a lease.

The first Op Order will be published at the end of this month to kick off a 5 month campaign. I'll need a few veteran airsofters to serve as unit commanders. Should be a fun string of events.

Things are coming together for Sierra VIsta Airsoft.

[Ghoul]

Meeting Minutes

Time: 3:00PM
Location: Paraic & Brenda’s House
Called by: Paraic Mulgrew

I. Attendees

1. Paraic
2. Brenda
3. Philip
4. Shawn
5. David
6. Justin
7. Eddie
8. Steve
9. Ian
10. Toby
11. Doug
12. Matt

II. Topics

1. Introductions
2. Agenda
3. Video – Highly organized team playing MilSim airsoft in an urban setting.
4. Discussion - Community attitude at what it offers.
5. Definition of MilSim:
• Story Layer
• Tactical Layer
• Chain of Command
• Communication


6. Available locations:
• La Canada
• Ft. Huachuca – Weinstein complex, suggested by Shawn
• Tucson indoor field – Disruptive Airsoft
• 5 acres (paid usage) currently in negotiations
• Possible land in Whetstone, suggested by Steve
• Possible land in Hereford, suggested by Shawn
• Vacant complex, suggested by Matt
• Vacant complex, suggested by Doug
• 600 acres Northwest of Huachuca city, suggested by Brenda.
• 800 acres in Elgin, secured by Brenda and ready for games. Note: We are calling this field Broken Tree Creek to protect the identity and location of the ranch and land owners.

7. Discussion of current airsoft scene/players.
8. Gun maintenance
9. Food/socialize

III. Goals
• Create high standards for airsoft players in Sierra Vista. Then, lead by example.
• Build an airsoft community in which committed players can support one another.
• Start MilSim campaign, focusing on the Georgian/Russian war. This game will feature actual officers from the armies of Poland, Slovakia, and Georgia.

IV. Assignments
• For players who suggested locations that are not currently in use, please provide organizers with contact information for each location and pictures/logistics, if possible.
• Organizer: Create a forum and disseminate information to SV Airsoft members
• Steve – provide more information about keyed access to Elgin ranch.

V. Next Meeting: January 29th Meet up information posted on site for review by members only.

[ultimentra]

Very cool! Would love to eventually see some pics from these various OPsites.

[KileyHAZ]

Awesome... Great start!

[Ghoul]

Three different fields.