Rules and Regulations:

These basic rules are the foundation by which our activities are conducted. This is by no means a comprehensive list and may be modified, updated and altered for a specific scenario utilizing some, part, or all of this set of rules.
All who participate should be familiar with these rules and regulations.

1. Every participant* strives to play within the prescribed LARP, Live Action Role Play, military simulation airsoft scenario and format; faithfully executing all rules. Some people think that Victoria MILSIM is a traditional Live Action Role Play game where it is a foregone conclusion that the main players (The Nightstalkers) will "win." Not so.The Nightstalkers or the aggressors, win by using their wits, military tactics, and by overcoming the opposition. This is an honor based activity, conduct yourself accordingly. This activity requires a high degree of awareness and respect for the safety of yourself and others. You should exhibit responsible conduct at all times.

Every  attendee must have a signed waiver in order to participate. Our waiver, among other things, states that a participant knows and understands the rules. (If your under the age of 18 you must have a parent or guardian co-sign the waiver before you can participate.)
Down load waiver, (or copy and paste the waiver, attach it to your favorite word processor, print it out) fill it out, sign and bring with you, there are no exceptions.. 

2. Nightstalkers and recruits respect your team and yourself by:

• Exhibiting a strong team ethic.
• Always looking sharp and be proud of your team.

  If you are involved in MILSIM airsoft and wear military gear then you need to dress properly in your ACU. Showing military bearing while airsofting is a show of respect to all who serve in the world's military.

• Maintaining your uniform and equipment.
• Realizing that Victoria MILSIM is a commitment, not a game.
• Following the Code of Conduct.

 3. Cost:  Victoria MILSIM has a $25 per year membership fee that is used for the maintenance of this web site, MILSIM base camp supplies, reservation fees for road trips, team patches, etc.

 4. Admission to Victoria MILSIM Simulation is invite only. You are required to attend a minimum of 4 events to be considered for membership with Victoria MILSIM. The Nightstalkers Airsoft Team members are expected to help recruit new members. No person shall be denied an opportunity for membership on the basis of race, sex, religion, or sexual preference. Minimum age for membership is fourteen years of age. We do not discriminate based on age; as long as you have a mature attitude we welcome you. An applicant must not be a member of any other airsoft group.

 5. Recruits (Private E1) are considered "members in training". New Recruits will be trained and evaluated for placement into Victoria MILSIM. This is to determine if the recruit is serious, and has the drive to become a member of The Nightstalkers Airsoft Team.

 6. Participation: Team members shall strive to attend at least one MILSIM event per month. Any team member (Private E2 or above) that does not participate, or is inactive for 90 days, will be considered "a lack of interest" and subsequently dropped to reserve status. Exceptions include:

1. Members currently serving in the military,
2. Attending college out-of-town,  
3. Residing out-of-town (at least 50 miles or more),
4. On extended vacation,
5. Other reasonable circumstances.

6a. Field Maintenance Day: It is a requirement that all members attend 5 out of 6 field maintenance work days a year.

7. Uniform/Equipment:  All attendees MUST HAVE eye protection such as ballistic rated goggles or wire mesh airsoft goggle; Camelbak or canteen or plastic bottle of water; flashlight w/ red lens and simple first aid kit.

       

Every member of Victoria MILSIM should strive to budget and buy the equipment needed to make themselves useful to the team. It is suggested that you obtain the following equipment by the end of the first six months of membership.

• Your own airsoft gun, either: spring, electric or gas-powered. (AEG suggested) --- (Required)

• Uniform, the Nightstalkers choice is the U S ARMY ACU (blouse, pants, boonie, military desert boots).  (ACU, Woodland, DCU, ABU, MARPAT, Tiger Stripe, or MultiCam uniform acceptable). --- (Required)

• Have some kind of FRS/GMRS and an earpiece w/mic (throat, lapel or boom) for quiet communications. --- (Required)

• Tactical vest or variant to hold the required ammo and accessories needed. --- (Suggested/ Not Required)

       Click here to see an example of Victoria MILSIM gear.

Each member/or guest is personally responsible for his own safety and safety of equipment, whether owned or borrowed.  Accidents do happen, but if you borrow someones property please be careful and responsible.

8. Airsoft Weapons: Airsoft weapons carried by team members and some other participants are exact replicas of real assault weapons used by the United States military, firing a non-lethal 6mm plastic biodegradable BB. These weapons are incredibly realistic looking and ARE NOT to be displayed anywhere other than the Victoria MILSIM site. Although airsoft weapons are not lethal, measures should be taken to ensure safety of the players at all times.

8a. Safety Rules:

Do not use an airsoft gun until you have been trained on its use and understand such use. Treat all firearms as if they are loaded and ready to fire.

Always point the gun away from anything and everything that is not intended to be shot.

Never shoot until you see your target. Aim below the head and neck..

Keep fingers away from the trigger and OUTSIDE the trigger guard until ready to shoot.

Do not shoot at anyone without goggles/eye protection at any time. Always wear eye protection in the form of goggles, masks, or shooting glasses, or safety glasses. NEVER remove your eye protection while on the MILSIM battle area. Regular prescription glasses are not acceptable as safety eyewear.

Do not shoot at any participant who appears neutral or any non-participant. No participant may shoot at any person, object or animal outside the perimeter of the active milsim playing field.

Do not shoot across neutral or staging areas.

All replica weapons in transit are kept in cases or appropriate bag and shall remain there upon entering and leaving the milsim site. Do not remove your replica from its case off field; instead carry your gear in its case to the designated milsim staging area.

All airsoft guns and equipment used by participants is subject to approval by Victoria MILSIM command. No bringing of real firearms.

 9. We are a group: MILSIM members are required to notify team commander by Thursday evening, at the latest, to confirm attendance for the coming Saturday night MILSIM. Plans for MILSIM activities are based on the number of members attending and preparations need a few days, therefore proper notification is necessary. The Nightstalkers Airsoft Team members are encouraged to arrive at the MILSIM site together to assemble as a GROUP on any given night. Those participating as the aggressor team and others* playing various roles such as hostages, civilians, etc., may arrive before or after the Nightstalkers.

10. Transportation: If transportation is needed contact the Commander for arrangements, preferably one or more days in advance.

11. Training: MILSIM members engage in training in all environments and during all seasons of weather. If no scenario is scheduled, the Nightstalkers practice for future scenarios. Members are required to participate as much as possible both in MILSIM events and training sessions. A team is a team because of participation.
The Nightstalkers team usually conducts one or two road trips each year, some of which include one day trips, and possibly multiple day excursions (trips are not mandatory).Some road trips are used for training purposes.

12.  Guests: Victoria MILSIM is "invite only". Guests are allowed during MILSIM only with prior approval and guest must sign the required waiver. We often look at guests as future recruits. Members who bring guest(s) shall assume responsibility for that guest.  
NOTE: On-lookers; mommy, daddy, girlfriends or wives, etc. are a distraction to MILSIM, and the AO (area of operation) is not suitable for observers, therefore we have a no visitors policy.

13. Hits, Medic, POW's:  

Hits: Hits anywhere on the body or gear attached to the body is considered a HIT. Hits on an AEG and ricochets do not count as a hit.

Medic System: If a team member is shot, he shall declare loudly that he is hit, then fall to the ground immediately. A teammate then drags the wounded out of the line of fire. MEDSIM is then given.

The Nightstalkers have a team medic; however all Nightstalkers are trained as a combat medic and can administer treatment to a team member who has been shot. As part of the LARP, anyone shot (or wounded by some other means) should be treated for such injury.The injured member shall then “act out” his incapacitation throughout the remainder of the scenario. Time down is based on how quickly the medic can get to the downed player and complete the above steps.

IMPORTANT: No one in Victoria MILSIM dies.

Handling POW's; As part of the military simulations, the Nightstalkers team members are encouraged to capture members of the opposition force for questioning and incarceration and for intelligence value as well. Prisoners should not be roughly handled, remember this is a military SIMULATION! Handcuffs may be used to secure prisoners.

14.  All members are required to know: 

• simple first aid,
• voice commands over radio (we will teach you),
• hand signals - used to communicate with your team members when absolute silence is required (we will teach you),
• movement techniques - knowing how to walk and/or crawl quietly and undetected (we will teach you).

15.  Smokers: Smoke at Camp Onion only and discard cigarettes in the provided can. 

16.   Hazards: In our AO's there are definitely snakes. Snakes seen there include cottonmouth and copperheads, two VERY dangerous and poisonous snakes. Be careful where you step!  While near bodies of water be aware of alligators. Poison Ivy is extensive, know how to identify it and avoid it as much as possible.

17.   Restroom Facilities: The MILSIM area is in a primitive location and restroom facilities are not available. At any time, if anyone feels the need, they are welcome to find a tree.

18.  No alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs, No "I'm better than you" attitudes will be allowed at MILSIM activities...at any time!

19.  Anyone who participates in Victoria MILSIM as the opposition force, hostage, or any non-combatant. shall adhere to the following above rules; 1, 8, 8a, 12, 13(hits), 15, 16, 17, 18, and follow the Code of Conduct.

20.  Hydration Safety: Make sure you drink plenty of water for the environment. Watch yourself and teammates for signs of hydration.

21.  Rules Of Engagement: ROE vary by scenario and can be altered to fit changing circumstances. Basic rule - engage persons who commit hostile intent.

22.  Alarm Conditions: The commanding officer will designate, and brief the team, on what alarm condition is in effect for the evening event. Alarm conditions can change depending on intelligence. 

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Code of Conduct:

The sport of MILSIM airsoft is a sport of Honor and Integrity. All members of Victoria MILSIM are required to follow the Victoria MILSIM Code of Conduct, both on and off the field. If we have no honor, we have nothing. All members will always make an effort to behave in a reasonable and responsible manner consistent with the ideals of Victoria MILSIM. Public opinion is essential to our continued ability to enjoy MILSIM airsoft without undue governmental or legal restrictions and regulations.

Aggressive behavior of any kind is not allowed. There are no exceptions to this rule. Physical contact, the threat of physical contact, intimidation or coercion of any type, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, damage or threats of damage to any person or their property are not allowed. Violation of this rule is grounds for immediate dismissal from Victoria MILSIM.

The use of drugs or alcohol is not permitted previous to or during any Victoria MILSIM event. Any member who shows signs of intoxication will not be allowed to participate in future events.

The firing of any airsoft weapon at any non-combatant, or at any person not directly involved in a scenario, or at any player or person without proper eye protection in place, is not allowed and will be cause for the offender to be removed from Victoria MILSIM.

You are responsible for calling your own hits. MILSIM airsoft is an event in which honesty, integrity and honor play a very important role. This is not paintball; there are no markers or any verifiable way to insure that a participant has been shot. Because of this, any and all incidences of participants intentionally not calling themselves HIT when hit will be defined as cheating. Anyone that witness events of cheating, whether by their teammates or by their opponents, should bring it to the attention of the Victoria MILSIM team command.

If you find yourself in a situation where you have been hit, and you call yourself hit, but are still getting shot at, remember that in the heat of battle, it is often difficult to hear someone calling themselves hit over the distance and over the noise on a battlefield. Call out louder, but protect yourself as quickly as possible.

Most local area law enforcement are aware of our presence, however if they do enter the MILSIM area it could be a potentially dangerous situation, and is treated as if they don't know we are conducting military simulations. All participants are expected to place his/her replica with gear onto the ground and slowly step away from it. This is to provide safety by comforting the law enforcement officials by removing any equipment that appears threatening to them. Make sure, AT ALL TIMES, that you completely comply with all commands issued by any law enforcement official. MILSIM is not commenced until we explain the situation and are allowed to continue.

Always be a good sport. Win well, and lose better. This is a military simulation airsoft event NOT an airsoft competition, so let's have fun out there.