2013 Oklahoma D-Day

[dorsai]

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Sneak peek at Kingman's ad for this years edition of the Oklahoma
D-Day Stars and Stripes newspaper - Be sure to stop by and check
out all THREE of their new FS Round capable markers.

[dorsai]

I am excited to announce that for the full week of Oklahoma D-Day 2013 we
will have Steven Armstrong, a Retired Army First Sergeant and Sniper, leading
daily courses on how to be an effective paintball sniper. He requests that if you
are interested in this training that you be a seasoned tactical paintballer who
lives and dies for scenario paintball. Hit me up here or on the field if you are
interested and I will get you plugged in to this unique opportunity.


POSEY
COMMANDER 82nd ABN
Drifters PB Team

D-DAY, often copied but never duplicated!

[deathwatch789]

I'm interested in the oppurtunity

[dorsai]

They're still allowing players to sign up for
the same all inclusive entry fee, so if you'd
like to join the fight jump over to their site
www.ddaypark.com. When it asks
which unit you'd like to enlist with, put in
82nd Airborne Division as your choice.

For those who are still unsure if this is the
event for you, check this out. It's the site
for a movie which brings a professional
view of what goes on behind the scenes.

Almost 5 years in the making, at a cost
of close to 200,000 dollars, this film called
'Soldiers Of Paint' presents you with the
story of what goes on behind the scenes
at The Annual Oklahoma D-Day Event.

Check out the preview, read the reviews,
buy or download a copy and then book a
flight to Wyandotte so you can take part
in this historic tribute to all those who
paid the ultimate price for our freedom.


www.soldiersofpaint.com


Sincerely,

[dorsai]

For those of you who've been wondering where to go
for something to eat while you're on site, especially if
your unit isn't going to be offering a 'meal deal' like
the 899th and the 1st ID groups are, there's a couple
of on site places that offer some great food. The first
is the D-Day Café, which is under new management
this year and the other is a mobile 'Domino's Pizza'
trailer.

[dorsai]

Check out DYE's new lineup while you're
attending this year's D-Day Event.

[DSA]

Camping is free correct, I am still trying to get there on a budget. Shooting an SR-1 helps my budget big time.

[dorsai]

That's correct, camping is included in your entry fee.
Also included are all the HPA refills you need, plus
access to the showers. (Hint, use the showers across
from the Commonwealth Expeditionary Forces). If
that's not enough of an inducement, hook up with
either the 899th, CEF or 1st ID for all your meals.
All three divisions offer 3 home cooked meals for
around 7-8 bucks per day. There's also a café on
site, as well as a Domino's Pizza trailer.

Here's some fresh news from over on the D-Day
Forum that might also be of interest to some of
you. It was posted earlier today by a player who
calls himself 'Bagheera'

Update:

"I'll be driving through the Southwest from Southern
California, including Arizona and New Mexico, so if
any D-Day'ers need a ride in those states, let me
know. I can go through either Northern (Albuquerque)
or Southern New Mexico (Las Cruces), but Southern
New Mexico is preferred."

If anyone wants to take him up on this or has some
questions for him, either jump over to their forum,
or let me know and be sure to include your contact
details, so he can get in touch with you.

Sincerely,

[dorsai]

Almost forgot, I scored a deal today with DYE for an ad for my
stars and stripes newspaper, but instead of paying cash they'd
only agree to the deal if I took goods in exchange. So I took
3 of their masks as part of the deal, but since I don't plan on
playing any more I'm donating them to the O.S.S. unit, sort of
as an added inducement to see who can score more kills. If
you'd like to get in on this take my advice and sign up for the
O.S.S.

[dorsai]

Ok, it's time to either jump onboard or stand back as this train
is pulling out. It's Sunday morning, which means advanced
elements of the Allied side are just a couple days away from
pulling into the D-Day Park's camping area. Their first duty
will be to trim the grass in their designated camp area, as
well as mark it off. Once they've accomplished that they'll
start walking the field to see what's new in the way of roads
and buildings. As more members of each unit arrive some
will set up field kitchens, while others keep an eye as the
vendors start setting up shop. By this time next Sunday
the camp will be a buzz with activity in anticipation of the
first mini scenario on Monday the 10th. After that things
kick up a notch as units start running daily field hikes to
insure everyone knows their way around. Each night
the number of players will grow and by Wednesday the
entire 100 acre camp area will sport a variety of large
fireworks vendor sized tents, campers, RV's, and small
pup tents. Wednesday is also when they stage the
Obstacle Course, which typically draws at least several
hundred participants. Somewhere in between players
will also find time to take part in an off park Machine
Gun Shoot, as well as in a 3 gun match sponsored by
Tippmann. Thursday brings two more mini events as
well as a insane night game. Then it's Friday and you
start to ask yourself where the week has gone, but
there's no time to dwell on that as you'll be forming
up for the parade and the opening ceremony. Then
on Friday night the packets with the unit's orders will
be opened and everyone see where they're going to
be starting from. Some units, like the OSS will be
up well before dawn so they can settle into their
hiding places long before anyone else even notices
they've left. Then it's 0900 and the game is on
and before you know it it's 1700. The horn sounds
and it's time to tally the points and gather one
last time at the stage for the word on who won.
For many the day isn't over, cause it'll be time
to finish packing as they have to make the trip
back so they can be at work on Monday, but for
some it'll be time to either party and toast one
another, or to cry in their beer. Then, in just
a week or so the whole process will start all
over again for 2014.

[dorsai]

As I noted earlier, there's still a few days left to get signed up for what
promises to be a great time. Confirmed we've got 4 SAR12s complete
with scopes, plus David Williams (Carmatech) and his. All 5 will deploy
in the OSS. That alone should make a statement, not withstanding what
the rest of our FSR shooting snipers accomplish.

BTW, the CEF just announced they've secured someone to cater their
meals. Twelve dollars a day gets breakfast and dinner and sweet tea.
If you're interested let me know or drop over to their Facebook page
and add your name to the list.

[ruraldawgs]

Next year for sure Dorsai.

[dorsai]

I understand. Heck as it turns out I'm not going to be able to
get there this year either. Too many vendors who didn't bite
when it came to buying ads for the newspaper. Do me this
favor, this is for everyone here. Jump over to the website
for Soldiers Of Paint - www.soldiersofpaint.com and order a
copy of their newly released video. It took them 5 years to
film and edit the footage, at a cost of around 200K. Not
like anything you've ever seen, save perhaps on the Military
Channel. It tells the story behind the story. Check out
the extras only available on the disc and you might even
see me in my summer dress outfit from time to time..
Trust me on this, it's worth the cost and who knows, let
someone else see it and they may want to join you next
June.

For those who are planning to go, make sure you tell
them you're with the Allied O.S.S. unit. CO for the
is Kelly Corem. Just ask anyone and they should be
able to tell you where they're encamped.

[dorsai]

For the past five years I've been publishing a newspaper
in conjunction with this event. Each issue features ads,
maps and other interesting information. If you're going
be sure to grab a couple copies, one for yourself and a
few to pass along to friends and if you're not going to
be able to make it, click this link for a viewable as well
as downloadable copy;

tinyurl.com/jwyxl3k

Enjoy!

[dorsai]

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
WYANDOTTE, OK 10 DAY FORCAST

Thursday, 6
Chance of a Thunderstorm
79 | 59 °F
Chance of a Thunderstorm
Chance of Precipitation 20%

Friday, 7
Clear
75 | 54 °F
Clear
Chance of Precipitation 10%

Saturday, 8
Partly Cloudy
81 | 63 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of Precipitation 0%

Sunday, 9
Clear
86 | 66 °F
Clear
Chance of Precipitation 0%

Monday, 10
Fog
88 | 66 °F
Fog
Chance of Precipitation 0%

Tuesday, 11
Partly Cloudy
90 | 68 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of Precipitation 0%

Wednesday, 12
Clear
84 | 70 °F
Clear
Chance of Precipitation 0%

Thursday, 13
Partly Cloudy
90 | 68 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of Precipitation 0%

Friday, 14
Partly Cloudy
82 | 70 °F
Partly Cloudy
Chance of Precipitation 0%

[dorsai]

Angela Lenz, German Forces

On the road to D-Day........are we there yet?


Colt Phoenix Dickerson, CEF


Is there going to be a pinup girl contest this year at D-Day?
If so, I'll be bringing some pinup costumes if any ladies would
want to borrow them for the contest. I'll have a retro dress,
retro one piece swimsuit and three military themed pinup
outfits. The only thing you'll need to provide is shoes. PM
me if you're interested or take a look at Irish Lens Photography
and you can see a couple of the outfits in my Pinups and Paintball
album. I'll also be taking pre-orders at D-Day for the 2014
Pinups and Paintball Calendar.

Cheers!


Roy Burger

No matter what side ya'll choose to play, I hope everyone has
a safe drive.


Jack Wolf, 899th TDB


Wishing not only my team 'The Bad Monkey' a safe trip but
to all brother and sisters on there way to D-Day drive safe.

Trey Irby
This is going to be the first year they have 2 mini games per
day, which is going to be awesome... tiring, but awesome. I'm
a bit older, so I'll forego the games on Friday to prepare for
Saturday, but they are all fun. V2 Event is a pretty compact
area, so there's lots of action. Operation Sea Lion is very
cathartic for the 1st ID. Bottom line is you can't go wrong...
just budget your paint so you don't run out by Saturday.


Caleb Zitek, CEF


Me and my dad are leaving on Sunday and will be there Monday.
Looking forward to this year as it may be my last. next year, I'm
joining the Army as an 89D (Explosive Ordinance Disposal) the
guys who blow up IED's. I am excited but i will miss coming. The
CEF will always have a special place in my heart. LETS MAKE IT A
KICK *** YEAR

HUZZAH!!!!!!


Chris Neighbors


I woke up this morning jittery, feeling like I had some place to be...
then I realized it was because DDAY is ONLY 6 DAYS, 16 HOURS,
55 MINUTES and 10 SECONDS AWAY!!!!


Remember, there's still time to join these folks. Don't be the one
who has to read about it, be there and make some history of your
own!

[dorsai]

D-Day 2013 Photo Show

Starting with this post I'll be attempting to bring you as
many photos and video clips from this event as possible.
I'll also be posting frequent updates from individual players
as they pass them along to me.

Remember, if you're not doing anything next Saturday there's
still plenty of time to get out to Wyandotte for D-Day 2013.

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[dorsai]

FIELD REPORT 1

Travis Posey82nd AB Commander

Monday T.O.G. - Battle for Caen:

This was a game of capture and change the flag (2 color PVC
pipe on a t-post). They had 5 flags 3 in the middle of Caen
spread around and 1 within 80 feet of respawn. Game on the
Commonwealth Forces hard charged the left flank while the
82nd hard charged the right flank. Results we took the city
in record time, capturing all flag stations within 5 minutes.
We repelled multiple German counter attacks and pushed
them back to their flag. Game was reset after 30 minutes.

Game 2. The Germans got their act together and advanced
more quickly occupying the whole of Caen. 82nd AB again
maneuver up the east flank and broke through their lines
and got in behind the Germans and it was quick clean up.

After another hour, everyone was tired and hot and low on
logistics (paint/air/water) and there were no more Germans
to shoot. They called the game.

82nd AB performed outstanding. Firing and maneuvering
and securing our objectives. So pumped this year and so
excited about the rest of you coming out.

Its going to be tough for the Germans this year having to
deal with us!

Seeker shot video, which he'll probably upload post event.


Sam Kinnett

Hey guys kick some German ***. I know you will. Sorry that
I could not make it this year. Will just make next year that
more epic. Hey Shawn Noble, John Brogie, Eric Engler, Michael
Horton, Robert Horton. Keep me posted with the weeks progress.
I really want to know now much *** your kicking.


Daniel Moreno Jones

Made to D-Day and gosh are the stars clear tonight.

Michael Alexander Quinn

Well today was a good day! I played the Caen game with
my Mech S5. And I only short stroked it a few time lol
still had fun and still shot ALOT of people. Just FYI. If you
guys call or text I'm sorry if I don't reply. Service out here
sucks and I'm away from my phone a lot.

Anyways tomorrow morning Airfield. Hell yes!!


Josh Morhardt

This is heaven on earth at D-Day Adventure Park with good
friends and good times.


Lance Griffith

If you want something enough that you settle for close
enough, then you didn't want it bad enough. Its all or
nothing.

[dorsai]

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Carmatech Engineering owner David Williams and Cody
checking out the new SAR12 Sniper Rifle. Look for the
SAR 12 to help revolutionize the way we play paintball.

Stop and meet David and check out his new SAR12 for
yourself by stopping over to the Hammerhead Barrel
booth.


Joseph Zuniga D-Day 327th GIR "Bastogne Bulldogs"

Tonight is the night I'm gonna totally be sad I'm not there
this year.

Joseph B Wheeler

Yep, I can't wait to hear the updates from my dad.


Andy Van Der Plaats Allied Staff

Any Spartans here?

Jakob Keller Lt. Cowboy present (899th TDB)

Joe Reynolds LT jigsaw present (899th TDB)


Angela Lenz, GHC

The BT guys here at D-Day are awesome. They fixed my
combat 4, and didn't charge me, then they gave me a
replacement for my e grip. Great guys!!!! :-) :-)


Jeff Lange82nd Airborne Division

We added a new "Regimental Pennant" to our flagpole!
For those who don't recognize it, that's Scarecrows' beret
attached to the bottom of the flag. Should know better
than to leave it lying around HQ!

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[wingbatwu]

Did you get to see the "surprise" that Tiberius Arms supposedly unveiled at their booth today?