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Recently my little brother has become interested in a sport called Airsoft:
The game took place at the Goose Bay Nike Missile Site, commonly called "The Missile Site", here in Alaska. These bases were originally designed to protect cities and airports against Russian bombers during the 50's and 60's. They became obsolete with the development of ICBMs, and are now the home of some 'alternative' recreational activities such as cross country skiing, golf, and now of course Airsoft.
They had their first 'event' this weekend, and it was a rousing success with more than 40 people of all ages signing up for the opening game of the season, and 43 players that actively participated.Airsoft is a combat sport similar to Paintball in which participants eliminate opponents by hitting them with (6 mm or occasionally 8 mm) plastic BBs (small, spherical balls) launched from airsoft guns, that can be powered by CO2, Green Gas, spring, or electrically powered gearboxes actuating a piston. Participants typically use varying types of weapons designed as replicas of real firearms, tactical gear, and accessories used by military and police organizations.
The game took place at the Goose Bay Nike Missile Site, commonly called "The Missile Site", here in Alaska. These bases were originally designed to protect cities and airports against Russian bombers during the 50's and 60's. They became obsolete with the development of ICBMs, and are now the home of some 'alternative' recreational activities such as cross country skiing, golf, and now of course Airsoft.
My brother has been excited nearly out of his mind for weeks, waiting for this to happen. He left Friday afternoon to meet up with a few of his friends. He was already dressed up in his Army camouflage, even though the 'game' wasn't taking place till Saturday morning.
Here we see a photo of the pre-game morning camp out and BBQ (if you can call hotdogs and energy drinks a BBQ).
And now the real fun begins. The players gather and suit up, gear is prepared, teams are chosen, and game plans are discussed.
Here is my brother, suited up and looking ready for war.
And finally the teams scatter into the woods to take up their designated positions before the games begin. There will eventually be scouts, snipers, first wave assault forces, designated medics and commanders as well as any other positions that would be needed in a 'war' type game.
My brother got home tired but hyped, and said he loved every minute of it. If he doesn't actually end up getting a job this summer, I can imagine how he will be spending most of his time. Though from what he tells me, most of this equipment isn't exactly cheap -- so he might need to get a job just to fund this newfound love he has for this crazy thing called Airsoft.
Here we see a photo of the pre-game morning camp out and BBQ (if you can call hotdogs and energy drinks a BBQ).
