Posted: 1/2/2019 4:42:18 PM EDT [Last Edit: 4/1/2019 3:42:05 PM EDT by p2tharizo] April 4-6, 2019



White Hills, Arizona







One afternoon, I was joined atop Mt. Emesis by a ghost. The ghost of whom, I cannot tell you, because I don't know. I have had the privilege to look a few great men in the eye, and they all had the same look. Hard, yet kind and understanding. This man, this ghost, was perhaps all of them. He was of a different era, he once had his time here among the living, and it had now passed. The valley of Joshua trees unfolded before us as we neared the edge.



“You’re right, it is beautiful.” He said.



A sudden winter breeze bit like needles on my face, and caused me to squint my now watery eyes. The sun was bright, and I could feel its warmth between the icy gusts.



“What do you plan on doing here?” He asked me.



After a long pause I replied, “Here we will build men.”



“What do you know of that?” He asked. It was a frank question, not condescending.



“Every day that goes by, that question motivates me to not have to ask it of myself again tomorrow.” I replied.



He looked at me, and slowly grinned. The crows feet under his old eyes growing more visible as the grin turned to a smile, then great laughter.



“Good...I’ll be watching.”, he said as he tipped down his old stained cowboy hat against the setting sun, put his hands in his pockets, then walked into the valley among the trees until he vanished, and I was again alone.



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Breakdown of this years slot assignment:



Staff slots are for those who are essential, not those who just

want to call themselves staff.



10 slots for WEST Top 10, including Top 2 NVG and Wimminz from West

events. First come, first served.



30 slots for Cola Vets, any event. Randomly drawn after signups close.



20 slots for noobs/+1s. 13 random draw, five essay, two video essay

which can include chug attempts.



Standby in the order the application is received, to include staff,

vets, and noobs who don't get a slot due to random numbers not favoring

them whatnot.



Signups closed January 15, and will be posted for the final time January 20th.



When: April 4-6, 2019. Note: on the sign up screen, if you sign up to be staff, you must be here for setup and early runs the weekend before.



Where: White Hills, Arizona in the Mojave Wasteland! The turn off is 69 miles from McCarran Airport in Las Vegas. And about another 40 minute drive on dirt roads. A decent clearance vehicle is urged, but 4WD not necessary. Oh, and please note: there is no cell phone service for a couple of miles. This means that during an awkward silence in a conversation, one can't just whip out their gadget. I highly recommend anyone without a truck to park at the rendezvous point and be shuttled in, also, those heading in please check the RP for people and give a ride to anyone you can. There were no casualties in 2015 or 2017, so things should be fine...right? Maps will be emailed as we get closer to the event.



Local accommodations: There are 3 gas stations at on Highway 93 within a mile of the White Hills turn off. One does have a cafe (Rosie's Den) with great food. There is also now one at Stockton Hill Rd. & Pierce Ferry Rd. Only expect these places to have the basics as far as supplies. If you would like to stay in civilization and just drive out for the events, Las Vegas/Henderson/Boulder City are your closest places for that on the Nevada side, and Kingman is almost equal distance on the Arizona side.



Sleeping arrangements on site: People have successfully brought travel trailers & small motorhomes, if you have one that meets the clearance criteria, feel free to bring it. Otherwise, please pack whatever camping gear in the manner you are accustomed to-tent, sleeping bag, and I recommend a tarp to place your tent on.



Restrooms: Porta-potties on site.



Food: With enough donations, we plan to have at least main courses for dinner...but we shall see.



Donations: JohnStoner will be Sultan of Finance. Someone smarter than me with more facial hair once estimated it takes approximately $75 a person to feed, booze, and give you a latrine. Seems legit.



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Persons of Interest:

The Ayatollah of Cola, Praise be Unto Him: RustedAce

Sultan of Sand: P2tharizo

Sultan of Sponsors/Swag: JohnStoner. Interested in sponsoring? Email: PR@colawarrior.org

Sultan of Steel: NVGeologist (MOA Targets)

Sultan of Art: @itscamrynsart

Sultan of Finance: JohnStoner

Sultan of Maps: Tweeter

Sultan of Fun Range: anthem_of_the_mind



OVERALL RULES:

Follow all firearms safety rules.

No handling firearms after drinking.

No items of a sexual nature, there are kids around.

Must sign waiver before running course.

Listen to CW Staff - if they tell you not to do something and you do it, you're done.

If you break any of these rules you will be banned from this and all future Cola Warriors.



COURSE RULES:

5 minute penalty for each failed obstacle.

Each obstacle must be attempted for at least 10 seconds.

Last Peep must be in mouth before run.

5 minute penalty for each target left un-hit, one hit each steel target.

5 minute penalty for hitting pistol targets with rifle.

Reactive targets must be hit to react as designed, falling targets must fall.

5 minute penalty for each Carbonated beverage unchugged.

10 minute total chug time allowed, everything left after will be penalized.

6x 12oz cans, 3x 24oz cans, or 1x 2liter with a 5oz chaser are the only allowed sizes.

If you vomit before finishing a 12oz can, no matter how much is left that can it is a 5 minute penalty.

If you vomit before finishing a 24oz can, no matter how much is left that can is a 10 minute penalty.

If you vomit before finishing 2 liter it is a 30 min penalty



Note:



1. The usual two pistol mags, two rifle mags rule is in effect. However, there will be no capacity limit to the mags, or belts. Beta mags, drums, etc. are all good to go. To balance that, you only have 10 minutes from the first round fired to complete the course of fire. To avoid tearing up the nifty reactive steel targets, please don't plan on bringing calibers that exceed 3500 fps at the muzzle or 3500 ft/lbs of energy. Due to fire risk (really) and general liability, no ammo that attracts a magnet can be used.



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Questions are great, but please keep an eye on this original post (OP) for the latest and greatest info.

This is a family event. We look forward to seeing the next generation of Cola Warriors advance through the ranks. We will have a kids course, which will be a miniaturized version of the regular one. Depending on age, we will use Airsoft or .22LR. If you've never been to a CW event, you won't be disappointed, these are the greatest human beings you could ever hope to puke with.



If you say you are in and no show, you are banned for life, and nobody wants that, man.



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Staff slots are for those who are essential, not those who justwant to call themselves staff.10 slots for WEST Top 10, including Top 2 NVG and Wimminz from Westevents. First come, first served.30 slots for Cola Vets, any event. Randomly drawn after signups close.20 slots for noobs/+1s. 13 random draw, five essay, two video essaywhich can include chug attempts.Standby in the order the application is received, to include staff,vets, and noobs who don't get a slot due to random numbers not favoringthem whatnot.Signups closed January 15, and will be posted for the final time January 20th.April 4-6, 2019. Note: on the sign up screen, if you sign up to be staff, you must be here for setup and early runs the weekend before.White Hills, Arizona in the Mojave Wasteland! The turn off is 69 miles from McCarran Airport in Las Vegas. And about another 40 minute drive on dirt roads. A decent clearance vehicle is urged, but 4WD not necessary. Oh, and please note: there is no cell phone service for a couple of miles. This means that during an awkward silence in a conversation, one can't just whip out their gadget. I highly recommend anyone without a truck to park at the rendezvous point and be shuttled in, also, those heading in please check the RP for people and give a ride to anyone you can. There were no casualties in 2015 or 2017, so things should be fine...right? Maps will be emailed as we get closer to the event.There are 3 gas stations at on Highway 93 within a mile of the White Hills turn off. One does have a cafe (Rosie's Den) with great food. There is also now one at Stockton Hill Rd. & Pierce Ferry Rd. Only expect these places to have the basics as far as supplies. If you would like to stay in civilization and just drive out for the events, Las Vegas/Henderson/Boulder City are your closest places for that on the Nevada side, and Kingman is almost equal distance on the Arizona side.People have successfully brought travel trailers & small motorhomes, if you have one that meets the clearance criteria, feel free to bring it. Otherwise, please pack whatever camping gear in the manner you are accustomed to-tent, sleeping bag, and I recommend a tarp to place your tent on.Porta-potties on site.With enough donations, we plan to have at least main courses for dinner...but we shall see.JohnStoner will be Sultan of Finance. Someone smarter than me with more facial hair once estimated it takes approximately $75 a person to feed, booze, and give you a latrine. Seems legit.The Ayatollah of Cola, Praise be Unto Him: RustedAceSultan of Sand: P2tharizoSultan of Sponsors/Swag: JohnStoner. Interested in sponsoring? Email: PR@colawarrior.orgSultan of Steel: NVGeologist (MOA Targets)Sultan of Art: @itscamrynsartSultan of Finance: JohnStonerSultan of Maps: TweeterSultan of Fun Range: anthem_of_the_mindFollow all firearms safety rules.No handling firearms after drinking.No items of a sexual nature, there are kids around.Must sign waiver before running course.Listen to CW Staff - if they tell you not to do something and you do it, you're done.If you break any of these rules you will be banned from this and all future Cola Warriors.5 minute penalty for each failed obstacle.Each obstacle must be attempted for at least 10 seconds.Last Peep must be in mouth before run.5 minute penalty for each target left un-hit, one hit each steel target.5 minute penalty for hitting pistol targets with rifle.Reactive targets must be hit to react as designed, falling targets must fall.5 minute penalty for each Carbonated beverage unchugged.10 minute total chug time allowed, everything left after will be penalized.6x 12oz cans, 3x 24oz cans, or 1x 2liter with a 5oz chaser are the only allowed sizes.If you vomit before finishing a 12oz can, no matter how much is left that can it is a 5 minute penalty.If you vomit before finishing a 24oz can, no matter how much is left that can is a 10 minute penalty.If you vomit before finishing 2 liter it is a 30 min penalty1. The usual two pistol mags, two rifle mags rule is in effect. However, there will be no capacity limit to the mags, or belts. Beta mags, drums, etc. are all good to go. To balance that, you only have 10 minutes from the first round fired to complete the course of fire. To avoid tearing up the nifty reactive steel targets, please don't plan on bringing calibers that exceed 3500 fps at the muzzle or 3500 ft/lbs of energy. Due to fire risk (really) and general liability, no ammo that attracts a magnet can be used.Questions are great, but please keep an eye on this original post (OP) for the latest and greatest info.This is a family event. We look forward to seeing the next generation of Cola Warriors advance through the ranks. We will have a kids course, which will be a miniaturized version of the regular one. Depending on age, we will use Airsoft or .22LR. If you've never been to a CW event, you won't be disappointed, these are the greatest human beings you could ever hope to puke with.Shirts & Patches Preview (Orders Closed):