Lone Star Cyber ShootouT — DRIPPING SPRINGS
Connect, Learn and Challenge Yourself Alongside Other Cybersecurity Experts
October 23rd - 24th, 2025
Hog Heaven, Dripping Springs, TX
ELEVATE YOUR CYBER LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Trade the conference ballroom for helicopters, Humvees, and the Texas Hill Country.
This is where elite cybersecurity leaders come to connect, compete, and share experiences you can’t find anywhere else.
Over two days, you’ll build meaningful relationships through executive roundtables, competitive shooting stages, and adrenaline-filled activities all while enjoying premium food, drinks, and scenery.
Why Elite Leaders Choose This Event
Network with Industry Leaders
Connect directly with CISOs, CTOs, and senior executives from Fortune 1000 companies in an intimate, curated environment.
Hands-on Cyber Battles
Experience tactical shooting challenges, helicopter paintball, and competitive scenarios that build real camaraderie.
Gain VIP Access & Experiences
Premium dining, craft cocktails, hand-rolled cigars, and exclusive activities you won't find at traditional conferences.
Reserve Your Spot
All Access
$495
Complete access to all events.
All Meals — 3 full meals Friday plus Thursday dinner.
Premium Networking Sessions — Access to senior cyber executives & decision-makers.
Exclusive Swag — Event shirt, hat, and more.
Transportation — To/from accommodations on both days.
Premium experiences.
Event Format
Day 1 — Thursday, October 23
CISO Happy Hour & Cybersecurity Roundtable Dinner (4:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
Welcome Cocktails Overlooking the lake at Hog Heaven
Off-the-record cybersecurity roundtable with executive leaders
Premium dinner, drinks, and networking
Transportation between official lodging and the venue included for attendees
Day 2 — Friday, October 24
All-Day Shooting Experience at Hog Heaven
(8:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
Competitive Stages Pistol & shotgun challenges
Helicopter paintball assault on a moving Humvee
Tactical and specialty shooting challenges
BBQ lunch and networking breaks
Closing dinner with premium drinks & hand-rolled cigars
What's Included?
All Meals & Drinks
Premium dining experiences and craft cocktails throughout the events
Premium Experiences
Helicopter rides, tactical challenges, and shooting instruction
Executive Networking
Access to all roundtables and networking sessions.
Event Swag
Exclusive takeaways and branded merchandise
Transportation
Shuttle service between venue and recommended lodging
Safety & Instruction
Professional shooting instruction and all safety gear
Not Included
X Lodging (recommendations provided) X Travel to/from Dripping Springs X Personal equipment or gear
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Why did we create an event like this?
Experiences
This is not a crusty danish networking breakfast where you get ghosted post event.
This is an experience you will never forget and neither will the cyber leaders.
Who Attends?
Up to 50 Cyber Security decision makers from various industries. All attendees are interviewed and screened, and all attendees pay to secure their spot. No free-be's or bs.
Physical and digital Lines have blurred.
As we become more digital our lines of physical and digital security are overlapped and blurred. We discuss physical and digital conflicts and solutions.
Who You'll Connect With
Fortune 1000
CISOs
Chief Information Security Officers from major enterprises
High-Growth
CTOs & CIOs
Technology leaders from scaling organizations
50+
Executives
Senior decision-makers across industries
4 Sectors
Industries
Energy, finance, tech, and manufacturing
The Lonestar Shootout Is presented By
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need prior shooting experience?
No. All skill levels are welcome. Safety briefings and professional instructors will be on-site to guide every activity.
2. What should I wear?
Comfortable outdoor clothing and closed-toe shoes. Weather in November can vary, so we recommend layers. Hearing and eye protection will be provided.
3. How does transportation work?
You are responsible for getting to Dripping Springs for check-in. Once here, we provide all transportation between official lodging and event activities.
4. Can I bring a guest?
Attendance is limited to registered participants only. All attendees must be senior-level cyber leaders (CISOs, CTOs, CIOs, or equivalent). We do not allow personal guests, spouses, or non-industry attendees. Every participant must purchase a ticket and meet the event’s attendee criteria.
5. Are there sponsorship opportunities?
Yes. Sponsor spots are extremely limited to maintain a high leader-to-sponsor ratio. Sponsors receive curated access to attendees, speaking opportunities, and branding benefits. Contact [email protected] for details.
Testimonial
Neal Conlon & Aaron Crow have outdone themselves again. I went to the first two, I will be going to this one. Meet with your fellow CISO, CEO, and business leaders for a day of camaraderie, food, shooting, and building those oh-so-important critical friendships and relationships that we need in the cyber world. All experience levels are welcome.
I am attending are you?
– John S
I’ve now been to both Lone Star Cyber Shootouts, and each one has delivered more value than any conference I’ve attended. The conversations are real, the networking is intentional, and the experiences from shooting competitions to dinner roundtables are unforgettable.
If you’re serious about connecting with top cyber leaders in a way that actually builds relationships, you need to be at this next one.
– Ken F
