Paintball

Quick Intro

Paintball is a fast-paced team game where players use air-powered markers to shoot paint-filled capsules while completing objectives like capturing a flag or eliminating opponents. Played on outdoor fields or indoor arenas with inflatable or natural obstacles, the game blends strategy, communication, and physical movement in an exciting, adrenaline-filled environment. Playing paintball with friends and family builds teamwork, trust, and problem-solving skills as players plan together and support one another during the game. It’s also a great way to be active without feeling like exercise, encourages friendly competition, and creates memorable shared experiences that strengthen bonds and spark lots of laughter and stories long after the match ends.

Rules of Paintball

Paintball is an action-packed game where players use air-powered markers to shoot small paint-filled capsules at opponents. When a paintball breaks on a player, it leaves a visible mark, signaling that the player is “out” or must follow the game’s elimination rules. Players wear protective gear, including masks, and games are played on outdoor fields or indoor arenas with bunkers, barriers, and natural cover.

Games can be team-based or free-for-all, with common objectives like eliminating the opposing team, capturing a flag, or completing missions within a set time. Safety rules are essential and include keeping masks on at all times during play, using barrel covers when off the field, and following referee instructions. Paintball combines strategy, communication, and adrenaline, making it a popular choice for group events and competitive play.

Helicopter exploration

Helicopter exploration

When I was working for a helicopter tour company, I had an opportunity for my kids to jump in and see the controls. I think I was just as excited as they were to get into one, haha.

Meteor Crater fun

Meteor Crater fun

They found some great ways to make it fun to learn about a big dent in the ground. And it sounds like they've updated the kids' area so we will have to check it out again

Soccer Summer

Soccer Summer

The summer Colton tried soccer and decided it wasn't really for him

My silly trampoline kid

My silly trampoline kid

This kid is always dressing up or creating a costume or plushie, so it's a common occurrence for him to be dressed up or have a plushie in his arms no matter where he is

Checking out a helicopter

Checking out a helicopter

I worked for a helicopter tour company in Sedona for a while and so my kids got a chance to climb inside and take a look.

Batting Cages at Full Swing in Prescott AZ

Batting Cages at Full Swing in Prescott AZ

Full Swing in Prescott Arizona has batting cages, arcade games, a trampoline bungee jump, and some snack foods. The last time I played softball was in high school, so it was fun to test out my skills. This is my 12 year old, who's never played on a team, trying it out.