Airsoft shooting range gets OK to open at Stonewood

Photo via Galactic Challenge website

DOWNEY – Plans for an airsoft shooting range to take residence in the Stonewood Center were approved unanimously by the planning commission last week.

Resembling a carnival style shooting game, “Galactic Challenge” will cost $10 for a round of 60 plastic BB’s. Patrons will shoot at targets and be awarded prizes for knocking down a certain number of targets. Rounds usually last anywhere from three to five minutes.

The attraction will be open to all ages, however the facility will require that minors be accompanied by an adult.

No more than 10 people at a time are anticipated, however the facility can accommodate up to 20, with a total of two staff at any given time.

The proposed hours of operation for the business are the same as the mall itself, 10 am - 9 pm on Monday through Saturday, and 11 am - 7 pm on Sunday.

Galactic Challenge operates within five shopping centers in Southern California, and plan to open eight more in the near future.

The Planning Commission approved the plans unanimously with Chair Miguel Duarte absent.