Frequently Asked Questions

Below is a list on common questions we receive. If your question is not listed below please feel free to email us at admin@darksidepaintball.com and a Team Darkside member will write you back shortly.

You've got questions?

1. How much does Team Darkside charge for member dues?
2. What equipment do I need to play paintball?
3. Is it legal to play on Forest Service land?
4. Are paintballs safe?
5. Are paintball guns considered firearms?
6. I have heard that Team Darkside occasionally holds team trainings, are these open to the public?

We've got answer's

1. How much does Team Darkside charge for member dues?
1. It is free to be on the team we just ask that you meet certain requirements and are a good team player.Back to top

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2. What equipment do I need to play paintball?
2. You will need to provide your own paintball gun, filled airtank, paintballs, paintball mask/goggles, long sleeve shirt and pants (preferably camoflauge). We also recommend you bring a GMRS/FRS band radio with headset for team communication. Back to top

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3. Is it legal to play on Forest Service land?
3. Yes it is legal. However Deputies or Ranger's may stop by to check on you. As long as you are not breaking any laws and are following National Forest Service regulations, no enforcement action will be taken against you.Back to top

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4. Are paintballs safe?
4. Yes, paintballs are safe. They are made of non-toxic ingredients and are water soluble. The filling is made of a wax, polyethelyne glycol and food dye. The outer shell is made of a hardened gelatin. (Yes its edible, but not very tasty)Back to top

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5. Are paintball guns considered firearms?
5. No, paintball guns are not considered firearms by state or federal law. The definition of a "firearm" under Colorado Statute 18-1-901 (3)(h) "Firearm" means any handgun, automatic, revolver, pistol, rifle, shotgun, or other instrument or device capable or intended to be capable of discharging bullets, cartridges, or other explosive charges. ** A paintball gun is also NOT considered a firearm under federal law as it is powered by air, same as a bb gun, if it were considered a "firearm" you would be required to under go a background check prior to purchasing one. However we do require everyone to excerise all firearms safety rules when using a paintball gun as they can cause injury.Back to top

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6. I have heard that Team Darkside occasionally holds team trainings, are these open to the public?
6. Most Team Darkside trainings are privately held and only the team is in attendance. However should the need arise where other players may be needed to assist in a training an email will be sent out to our mailing list requesting additional players.Back to top

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