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The most commonly played paintball game is capture the flag. There are rules variations, but the object is for a team to capture the opposing teams flag while protecting its own. Players eliminate opponents by shooting them with their paintball guns. The games can be played outside in an open field or forest, or inside at a specially designed facility with inflatable bunkers and other obstacles. Its not the hide-and-seek game everyone thinks, Vasaris said. Its really action-packed and fast-paced. Players use carbon dioxide- or nitrogen-powered guns that fire thin, gelatin capsules filled with non-toxic paint - the paintballs. Vasaris, 22, who has been playing paintball since he was in high school, will be a senior at the University of Cincinnati this year and is the president of the schools paintball team. He said getting shot isnt as bad as it seems. After the first time, I didnt even think about getting hit, Vasaris said. There is such an adrenaline rush that you dont even feel it. For those who want to experience that rush, there are plenty of paintball facilities around Cincinnati. A good place to start for beginners is the Hueston Woods Paintball Club at Hueston Woods State Park. Tom Arvan, who has been the paintball clubs general manager for 12 years, likes to promote the game to new players. My personal enjoyment is seeing the kids play and seeing first-time players come off the field with a grin on their face, Arvan said. Hueston Woods is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and offers two fields, including one that is wooded with some constructed obstacles. The cost to play is $27, which includes a gun, a carbon dioxide tank, 200 paintballs and protective gear. Players who have their own equipment pay $12. The fields are open Monday through Friday by reservation for groups of 15 or more. Arvan said Hueston Woods has catered to birthday parties, bachelor parties, fraternity and sorority parties and corporate outings. We have had high praises from corporate groups for team-building, Arvan said. Its a game that really fosters some friendship and sportsmanship. Arvan said his paintball field is open to players of all skill levels. Paintball is a sport that isnt dominated by youth and physical size, Arvan said. Weve had mom, dad, grandma and grandpa out here. For more information on the sport of paintball please go to www.alphasportsinc.com |
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