Fall/Winter 2009

Jog across the field and dive behind bunkers to avoid being marked at the All-American Paintball Park in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Whether it’s played inside or outdoors, paintball is a fast-paced game that requires skill, dexterity and speed. Grab your opponent’s flag without being splattered with paint and you win. But look out — there are hiding spots aplenty.

All-American Paintball Park is open to those 10 years and older and features two indoor and two outdoor fields. Both individuals and teams may participate — single players are assigned to a team.

Paintball began much like laser tag, a game in which friends “hunt” one another in remote locations. Soon, variations of the game appeared, but it was the capture-the-flag style played at All-American that became the most popular.

As for the equipment, make sure to learn the lingo first — the paintball gun is referred to as a marker, and the park manufactures its own unique model called the Vibe. Small and electronic, the Vibe comes with three different settings that make it usable for both novice and experienced players. The Vibe and other equipment can be rented or purchased at the pro shop inside the park.

If crawling behind bunkers and avoiding the sting of paint isn’t your thing, a field-side café is an ideal spot to watch the action and cheer on friends.

- State - Pennsylvania

- Type - Family Vacations

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