About Us

ForestFire Paintball was not originally intended for public use. It began when a group of friends purchased markers and wanted a place to play when and how they wanted. Being part of that group, I took it upon myself to clear a plot of land on my family's property for our use.

As the weeks went by, our group of friends grew larger. Co2 became a bit of a problem as we had no way of refilling our spent tanks. To remedy this, a few of us chipped in on a bulk co2 tank. With co2 outages no longer a problem, more people started showing up - friends of friends. After one painful session, it became necessary to purchase a chronograph (a machine that measures the speed at which paintballs travel).

Other equipment also became necessary and I found myself putting up the bulk of the cash. To help offset these costs, a small field fee was implemented. Still, the numbers continued to rise and I found it necessary to ref rather than play to make sure safety was enforced. Liability was starting to weigh on me a bit. I found myself unfamiliar with many of the people who came to play. Despite making many new friends, the risk of having so many paintballers on family property was coming to a head.

After one particularly busy Saturday, and with the help of a very blunt friend, I decided it was time to either do things properly, or quit paintball altogether. To do things properly, I was going to have to make some changes. Insurance was going to need to be added. Netting would be required. These items were not going to be paid for by the current token field fee I was taking in per player, so I was going to have to run it more like a business.

Having closed down for the winter, I was able to make many improvements to the field. Netting was added. A supply shack was built. Spools were brought in for tables in the Staging area. On the not so visible but equally important side of things, ForestFire Paintball became an LLC, we added insurance through APL, and revamped the website. On April 10th, 2004, ForestFire Paintball opened to the public.

Many thanks go out to Andrew, Brandon, Bruce, Dad, Matt, and Rob for their part in helping to build the field.

ForestFire Paintball is unlike any other field you've been to. The woods are made up mostly of alder, but include a

few evergreen and cottonwood trees. Because of the deciduous nature of the trees and the amount of light reaching the forest floor, wooded areas of this composition are most often crowded with dense brush - impossible to fire paintballs through. ForestFire Paintball was once populated by an impenetrable jungle of sa

lmonberry bushes. However, with great patience, multiple machete sharpenings, blisters, blood, sweat, and calluses - a playing field was carved from the setting. Incredible natural bunkers are to be found scattered about, made of old growth stumps and fallen logs. Majestic sword ferns (many as high as 4ft tall) inhabit the course making for excellent movement and cover.

The emphasis of ForestFire Paintball's woodland field has always been 'Natural'. Our ferns, logs, and other natural cover are very playable and provide excellent cover. In areas of the forest less well endowed with nature's protection, we've installed additional fortifications. For the most part, these will have a natural look to them as well. The giant tire near the Alamo is an exception to this, as is the aluminum flag pole marking the center of the field.

One of the first things new players to the field notice are the railroad tracks snaking into the woods. These tracks divide the forest into east and west halves. Players can follow these tracks back to the staging area in the event they become disoriented. Often, these narrow gauge iron rails separate the areas controlled by each team.

Often overlooked in favor in playing in the woods, a net protected speedball course is visible from the staging area. Comprised of dividers and barrels, this area is often used for quick one on one skirmishes. Built to accommodate five a side, this field will test your agility, trigger finger, and composer as you battle it out with your friend or foe in public view.

Ever think about what it'd be like to be part of the President's Secret Service? Or how about taking part in that fateful Alamo battle? These are just two of the games you're likely to play on any given Saturday at ForestFire Paintball. We have over a dozen scenarios to choose from - often played by request.