The overall objective of the 2nd Annual Direct Action Tactical Warrior Challenge: Tribute to Medal of Honor Recipients is to bring together our community to celebrate the sacrifices made by America’s Armed Forces past and present. We hope this event will foster teamwork and a sense of esprit de corps long since felt by our service members. The events may be challenging for some and easy for others. Yet in the spirit of teamwork and camaraderie individuals joining together for a common goal- to finish a task with honor, courage, and commitment is truly at the core of our military values.

Is there an age limit?
Can I bring my own airsoft gun?
Can I bring my own airsoft mask?
Will food or drink be available?
Is there a spectators area?
What type of physical exercises will we do?
What other things are there to do on the day of the event?
How many people are allowed to be on a team?
I have more than 4 people that want to participate. Can I have more?
Is there a charge to observe the day’s events without physically participating?
Do the proceeds support any causes?
How will I know what to do at the event?
What if I can’t complete the event?
Do the airsoft BBs hurt?
What can I expect inside the arena?

Is there an age limit?
Yes, the age limit is 10 and up. ** Persons 10-14 must have a responsible person 21 or older on site during the event.

Can I bring my own airsoft gun?
No, Tango Down Airsoft will provide pump action shot guns, masks, and BBs to participants. **
Note: This is a force on force airsoft event, you will be hit with airsoft BBs. It is advisable that participants wear appropriate clothing such as shirts with long sleeves, long pants, gloves, and sturdy footwear.

Can I bring my own airsoft mask?
Yes, as long as it meets the requirements of Tango Down Airsoft Arena. For more information visit: www.tdairsoftarena.com

Will food or drink be available?
Yes, there will be pizza and beverages for sale on the day of the event.

Is there a spectators area?
Not currently but we are working on a video feed like we had last year but don’t hold us to it.

What type of physical exercises will we do?
Each team house will have a series of 4 exercises to be completed by each team member. Exercises may be ammo can lifts, air squats, tricep extensions with a sand bag, and other military style exercises (we don’t want to give too much away!) Exercises can be modified to meet age appropriate needs and physical limitations. The objective of this event is to build teamwork and to give the participant an idea of the challenges that may have faced the Medal of Honor Recipients read about in each team house.

What other things are there to do on the day of the event?
We will have an area designated to highlight Medal of Honor Recipients for individuals to read and reflect on their heroism. There will be a presentation on our Military Services and in keeping with the traditions of our military heritage there will be plenty of time to interact with current and former military veterans. There will be other vendors on site, we’ll keep you updated as we know more.

How many people are allowed to be on a team?
4. Groups not consisting of 4 members will be merged with other participants into a 4 person team.

I have more than 4 people that want to participate. Can I have more?
Each heat is limited to a total of 16 players. You will have to make multiple teams of 4 as per your group size. If you don’t have enough people to fill out a team individual registrants will be assigned to your team. ** Note: Be sure to register at the same time to ensure that you are all in the same heat.

Is there a charge to observe the day’s events without physically participating?
No, we welcome anyone that wants to come and support our military members on their day. There will be opportunities to provide a donation to the causes we are supporting but it’s not mandatory.

Do the proceeds support any causes?
Yes, as we have in the past 3 years, 50% of all proceeds and ALL donations go to the Wounded Warrior Project. For more information check out http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/. The remaining 50% from proceeds take care of our event costs. As in the past, Direct Action Tactical makes no profit on these events.

How will I know what to do at the event?
Upon your arrival to the event you will check in at the registration desk (pre-registration will be much faster and ensure your position in the heat of your choice). Once in the training area you will be divided into your teams or assigned a team if you are an individual registrant. A staff member (AKA briefer) will brief the teams on safety, airsoft weapons familiarization, and scheme of maneuver in the airsoft arena.

What if I can’t complete the event?
Each team will be assigned a staff member that will be with them for the duration of the event. Should a participant choose to end their participation the staff member will make appropriate arrangements at that time.

Do the airsoft BBs hurt?
Hell yes, but they are non-lethal, there are minimum engagement rules, and it’s a CRAZY good time!!

What can I expect inside the arena?
Each participant will engage in 4 rounds of physical activity as a team broken up by an objective based airsoft team challenge. The objective of the airsoft challenge will be a capture the flag style game. The winning team will be awarded a point, the team with the most points in each heat will be awarded a free day of play (to include rentals) from Tango Down Airsoft Arena as well as some other AWESOME prizes from various vendors and event supporters.

Here is what you need to know:

• Please plan to arrive at the training center (located at 274a Granite Run Drive; Lancaster, PA 17601) at least 30 minutes before your selected heat.
• Each participant MUST arrive on the day of the event with the following documents:

Important note to participants:

ALL participants MUST report to the registration desk prior to competing in the event.

You MUST be 10 years or older to participate in the event. Anyone under the age of 18 MUST have their waiver completed by their parent/guardian. Participants between the ages of 10 – 14 must be accompanied by a responsible adult over the age of 21 who remains on the premises during their event.

YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE ARENA WITHOUT
YOUR SIGNED WAIVERS—NO EXCEPTIONS.

WHAT TO WEAR

An airsoft Warrior dresses like this.

We will even take this.

What not to wear!

We don’t recommend you dress like this.

Or that you look like this!

You don’t have to have all that gear but we do recommend long pants and a long sleeve shirt!!!*

Tango Down Airsoft will be providing ALL airsoft guns and bb’s. They will also provide you with a full airsoft mask. You are welcome to use your own mask as long as it is approved by Tango Down.
Check out the Tango Down Airsoft Arena website for acceptable safety gear: www.tdairsoftarena.com

There will be food available for purchase on site.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY TO VALIDATE YOUR MILITARY DISCOUNT:

ALL Active, Reserve, and Prior Service military members are eligible for a discount based on your current status. Active and Reserve members will receive a 100% discount. Prior Service will receive a 50% discount.

ACTIVE AND RESERVE service members will be required to show your valid CAC on the day of the event in order to validate your 100% discount. You are also encouraged to bring a photo of yourself in uniform to hang on our wall of heroes. This is not a requirement for the Active Duty and Reserve Military discount.

PRIOR SERVICE MILITARY
In order to be eligible for your 50% discount you MUST bring a photo of yourself in uniform which will be kept and placed on our wall of heroes to be prominently displayed in our lobby.

Direct Action Tactical was established by a US Marine Corps Veteran. We have designed this event to honor the men and women who serve and have served our country. We at Direct Action Tactical take military service seriously, thus we also take any attempts to LIE about this VERY seriously. Please don’t make the mistake of misrepresenting yourself. INTEGRITY IS THE CORNERSTONE OF PATRIOTISM.