PDX-LT: Portland Laser Tag

Our 2011 season is over, but get ready for spring 2012!!

So you like the outdoors? You say you like adrenaline? How about meeting great people ?

Then stretch your legs, put on your running shoes and steady your aim! Because now there's laser tag...outdoors!

Outdoor laser tag is a slightly different type of game than indoor. Scratch the day-glo paint and the dry ice, insert mountain sides, boulders, streams and blue skies. It's essentially the same game as paintball, but without the bruising, mess or equipment. Oh, AND without the cost; it's (almost) FREE *(see battery policy below)!

Laser tag doesn't actually use lasers; it uses infrared beams, like a TV remote, so it's completely safe. You don't have to wear vests or hats; the sensors are on the gun or "tagger". I provide all the equipment necessary, including radios.

The game is mainly a running and sneaking game. There is no contact between players. You will need to be fit and have a good sense of balance and coordination. We will be playing on hilly and uneven terrain, so if that is outside of your comfort level, it's best not to participate. You should wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty and sweaty in, and that are ideally dark colored so you can blend in more effectively. Running shoes or hiking boots are a must, as well.

During the past few times we have done this activity, we ended up playing for three to four hours and having a blast. It's a great time, a chance to use muscles you never knew you had, and an opportunity to meet like-minded people.

We typically meet on Mt. Tabor at 10:30 AM each Saturday or at Laurelhurst Park 6:30 PM on Thursday evenings. I will email you the exact location when you RSVP.

You can either bring your own 6 AA non-rechargeable, fresh batteries or donate $1 and use mine. (See here for a comparison.)

Here is a video explaining the gear we will use: Click here for video explaining gear

Your profile must be correctly filled out to indicate you have read and agree to Portland Laser Tag's Waiver. Additionally, I will have you sign an acknowledgement form before the game commences.

Cancellation policy:

If the weather is poor, I will cancel the game at least 2 hours before the event start time. I will also post the game status, either "on" or "off", on this webpage 2 hours before the event as well. I will contact those that are signed up by sending a Meetup message. You may also call/text me.

To sum, you are basically running around shooting at each other in a hilly forest. You drive to the park, you meet me with batteries or $1, and we play; that's about it. It's been an exhilarating and entertaining experience each time we play.

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October 1, 2011 at 10:30 AM, 7 Taggers attended
Saturday laser tag
They rated it 4.002 (2 ratings)

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The weather didn't cooperate completely, as it was a bit overcast. ...

—Michael Gmirkin

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It was great meeting other taggers, climbing trees, and learning more about the game. ...

—Patrick Binks
September 24, 2011 at 10:30 AM, 8 Taggers attended
PDX-LT: Portland Laser Tag Meetup
They rated it 5.006 (6 ratings)

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My body gave up before my will did. What a perfect day, great crowd, and awesome game. ...

—Patrick Binks

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I think this meetup was quite successful. It was a beautiful day, the park was reasonably sized with a fair amount of cover for games. ...

—Michael Gmirkin
September 10, 2011 at 10:30 AM, 6 Taggers attended
PDX-LT: Portland Laser Tag Meetup
They rated it 4.001 (1 ratings)

Game on! Please note, I gather people from other groups, so the number of RSVPs here will not reflect the number of players Bring: 1) Water/snacks. 2) Clothes you can... Learn more
August 27, 2011 at 10:30 AM, 10 Taggers attended
PDX-LT: Portland Laser Tag Meetup
They rated it 5.004 (4 ratings)

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What a great time everyone has and Chris the organizer is an incredible person for taking his time to make it all happen!

—scott robinson

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An awesome afternoon. ...

—James Ball
August 25, 2011 at 8:00 PM, 10 Taggers attended
Night game
Night game. It will be VERY dark. We are holding it in a new and darker foresty park, see the location for details. Bring very dark clothes, a flashlight, a hat and/or a... Learn more

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Jennifer Wallace joined
January 24 at 12:36 PM

"What do I need to say. Lazer Tag is friggin awesome!"
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Ben Riordan joined
January 21 at 8:43 PM

"I love laser tag! - never played outside though, should be fun."
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Ben joined
January 19 at 5:05 PM

"Hello! This sounds really fun."
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Jason and Feliciti joined
January 1 at 8:14 PM

"Hello!"
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Ronny joined
December 29, 2011 at 9:18 PM

"Love being outdoors and what better way to spend it than laser tagging."
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Mary joined
December 27, 2011 at 11:32 PM

"Hah, this sounds like an awesome group!!"
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Michelle joined
December 13, 2011 at 12:22 PM

"This sounds so fun! Like paintball without the whelps. sweet idea."
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