Because, generally-speaking, that's how people fall on this issue. There are exceptions to that norm obviously, as there are some democrat-leaning voters, and politicians, who are pro-2nd amendment in places like Montana and Vermont. But for the most part, people approach this issue along partisan lines.
Do you feel the need to have a weapon when camping
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Because, generally-speaking, that's how people fall on this issue. There are exceptions to that norm obviously, as there are some democrat-leaning voters, and politicians, who are pro-2nd amendment in places like Montana and Vermont. But for the most part, people approach this issue along partisan lines.
S4railroader
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I for one always have one of my carry handguns with me in the city or in the bush doesnt matter. I generally have a knife as well. And if it comes down to it i keep an old bolt action in my truck while im out in the bush. I'm not afraid of a bear attack or other animals as they are generally easily scared off. I carry because i dont trust humans. I may not need it but its not going to hurt me to carry it.
Now ive been drilled with firearm saftey since i was 4 and have been shooting since 5. And I have served in the US Marine Corps as on 0311 for 6 years. I havent had to worry about kids getting into my firearms since my wife is still pregnant with our first. But i will be drilling firearm saftey into him the same way it was drilled into me. Education and familiarity are crucial to firearm saftey.
Now ive been drilled with firearm saftey since i was 4 and have been shooting since 5. And I have served in the US Marine Corps as on 0311 for 6 years. I havent had to worry about kids getting into my firearms since my wife is still pregnant with our first. But i will be drilling firearm saftey into him the same way it was drilled into me. Education and familiarity are crucial to firearm saftey.
Christophe Noel
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I'm jumping in here with my moderator hat on. The original post raises an interesting question about who does, and does not, feel a need to have a firearm while camping. Great question with many thoughtful answers provided.
We're now dancing on the brink of the typical discussion degradation with name calling and escalating political arguments which historically have proven to not change minds, only divide our members.
Let's keep it on topic if possible.
Thank you.
coolhandlucc
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I carry everywhere, discreetly. And so does my wife. Low key, no one is the wiser, and no unwanted opinions.
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MOguy
Explorer
The only two times I tought I might have to use my CCW gun was when we were confronted by dogs. I hope your dog stays close to you when you camp. In my area dogs, cats, pigs... that are assumed to be feral are shot on sight. It may sound cruel but a few years back rabies became a problem in our area and even today any mammal that didn't seem right or in the right place could easily become a target.
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Lol people are people regardless of nationality. It's like you think the same drug has different effect on someone depending on their geographic location.
waveslider
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In an effort to get back to the op post - "do you feel the need to carry while camping". I will say that due to where I camp, my answer is that I carry. Need is a strong word, in my case "prefer" would be a better fit.
Am I worried about lions and tigers and bears? Meh, not really. The only possible exception to that is spring turkey season in bear country. Even then, I would prob prefer bear spray if that was my ONLY concern.
As a hunter in the western us, I spend A LOT of time behind extremely expensive optics in very remote places. Either wilderness or places where it takes effort to even drive to.
It is great to be in remote places and participate in nature from a distance and observe animals that have no idea you are watching them.
However, if you have spent any considerable time behind a spotting scope watching things from a distance, you realize quickly that the most dangerous animal walking the earth is a human that thinks no one is watching. The two-legged critter is more dangerous than ANY animal that walks on four legs.
The further away from "civilization" you go, the less consequences people seem to consider for their actions. Especially if they have done something unbecoming (which is a high percentage of people that call themselves 'hunters').
It is for that reason I carry.
Am I worried about lions and tigers and bears? Meh, not really. The only possible exception to that is spring turkey season in bear country. Even then, I would prob prefer bear spray if that was my ONLY concern.
As a hunter in the western us, I spend A LOT of time behind extremely expensive optics in very remote places. Either wilderness or places where it takes effort to even drive to.
It is great to be in remote places and participate in nature from a distance and observe animals that have no idea you are watching them.
However, if you have spent any considerable time behind a spotting scope watching things from a distance, you realize quickly that the most dangerous animal walking the earth is a human that thinks no one is watching. The two-legged critter is more dangerous than ANY animal that walks on four legs.
The further away from "civilization" you go, the less consequences people seem to consider for their actions. Especially if they have done something unbecoming (which is a high percentage of people that call themselves 'hunters').
It is for that reason I carry.
Verkstad
Raggarkung
I suppose "Classy" could fit. Dunno screen name.
Big Gulp referenced her two 32 ouncers. Or maybe my friends see her first reaction is a big gulp.
Anyway, those days. I felt the need to carry while camping. A 4"S&W mod 19. Further odd coincidence, That revolver seemed to weigh about 32 oz.
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dwh
Tail-End Charlie
There is no such thing. If humanity ever does become civilized, they won't be nationalistic and arguing over who has a better country.
That's just another example of the tribalistic nature of humans.
And it won't change any time in the forseeable future. Pretty much all Earth type species of life are selfish, competitive and aggressive. Humans have bigger brains, but the brains have the same genetic programming as the other species of social group mammals.
They say the dog is man's best friend - until the dog gets hungry enough. Same with people.
waveslider
Outdoorsman
Statistics don't lie, but if you don't have a frame of reference they don't tell the story you think they do.
scott7022
Nobody
I always take a weapon with me into the bush. My mind. Often overlooked and sometimes under utilized our minds, when situationally aware, are our greatest protection organ. For example Bear Spray. Some local nuisance bears in whistler BC have associated Bear Spray odor with tasty treats. Kind of like us smelling the taco truck food wagon. So the application of the irritant has to actually hit the mucus membranes of the animal for it to be physically effective. This takes the above situational awareness and brain to achieve, as well as a decent set to wait till he is close enough.
I don't routinely travel with a gun, but I always have camp tools. But if a situation doesn't 'feel" right I listen to the mind and leave.
Situational awareness helps answer the confusion of the broad question as well. In Africa I never put my rifle down while in the bush and often had someone else come with me to take a pee to watch the other direction while my weapon was slung. In BC I've rested soundly in a hammock, 10 feet off the ground, watching bears sniff about the camp for garbage they wouldn't find and move off. A Streamlight flash or an m80 firecracker lit from my cigar more than sufficient and often funny as hell.
Whatever "tool" you take remember the the greatest tool is the one behind your eyes.
While this thread has descended into forum rule pushing boundaries. Lets try to pull it back into the OP's question. Every culture has it owns unique style. Living in Tbilisi recently I was often surprised to see someone in a bar playing pool and see a concealed pistol. The frequency of casual carry is huge. Legal or not legal is significantly difficult to determine in Georgia. But what is done was obvious. But the cultural landscape is different. After gaining freedom from the soviet union the country collapsed. No power, no reliable water, and white people starving to death. We don't often read about this. It was a tiny little culturally divided country that was left abandoned to the plight of this new found freedom. I am simplifying here significantly so please save the history lesson cut and pasted from Wikipedia. I lived in the country for two years with significant contact with the people that survived. Survive they did and even through the troubles, to borrow from the Irish, they maintained their cultural behavior to treat guests like gifts from god. What I took into the bush when we did a month long overland hunting trip was significantly different than what I take when I travel to the USA, Africa, Canada, Russia. The situation is different and so being aware of these differences the tools are different. I know in Georgia I can knock on any village door and tell them our truck is broke and can we park on their land till the delivery method arrives with a replacement and not be denied. Period full stop. You will also probably be invited for dinner and given the best wine they have. It is their culture. It is a great practice. It doesn't mean all is fine in Georgia. It is just one example of a cultural quirk that defines a difference between nations and people. All countries have them. You ignore them at your peril. They don't want to be compared to other countries in an attempt to show how better it is someplace else. No one likes this and recent posts here demonstrate this fact. Politics, Laws, Customs, Practices, are part of the adventure and knowledge base required to make you situationally aware and prepared for the AWESOME and Great things, people, and cultures we as richer nation citizens have the ability to experience. Living in Russia for the last two years and traveling its length has demonstrated this time and time again. To them Canadians/Americans are the same. The differences between our two countries are obvious to us, yet, to them we are the same. We are North Americans. This translation gets confusing in the Russian language. Focusing on what we have in common is so much better than fighting about how we are different or better than anyone else. We are humans.
I don't routinely travel with a gun, but I always have camp tools. But if a situation doesn't 'feel" right I listen to the mind and leave.
Situational awareness helps answer the confusion of the broad question as well. In Africa I never put my rifle down while in the bush and often had someone else come with me to take a pee to watch the other direction while my weapon was slung. In BC I've rested soundly in a hammock, 10 feet off the ground, watching bears sniff about the camp for garbage they wouldn't find and move off. A Streamlight flash or an m80 firecracker lit from my cigar more than sufficient and often funny as hell.
Whatever "tool" you take remember the the greatest tool is the one behind your eyes.
While this thread has descended into forum rule pushing boundaries. Lets try to pull it back into the OP's question. Every culture has it owns unique style. Living in Tbilisi recently I was often surprised to see someone in a bar playing pool and see a concealed pistol. The frequency of casual carry is huge. Legal or not legal is significantly difficult to determine in Georgia. But what is done was obvious. But the cultural landscape is different. After gaining freedom from the soviet union the country collapsed. No power, no reliable water, and white people starving to death. We don't often read about this. It was a tiny little culturally divided country that was left abandoned to the plight of this new found freedom. I am simplifying here significantly so please save the history lesson cut and pasted from Wikipedia. I lived in the country for two years with significant contact with the people that survived. Survive they did and even through the troubles, to borrow from the Irish, they maintained their cultural behavior to treat guests like gifts from god. What I took into the bush when we did a month long overland hunting trip was significantly different than what I take when I travel to the USA, Africa, Canada, Russia. The situation is different and so being aware of these differences the tools are different. I know in Georgia I can knock on any village door and tell them our truck is broke and can we park on their land till the delivery method arrives with a replacement and not be denied. Period full stop. You will also probably be invited for dinner and given the best wine they have. It is their culture. It is a great practice. It doesn't mean all is fine in Georgia. It is just one example of a cultural quirk that defines a difference between nations and people. All countries have them. You ignore them at your peril. They don't want to be compared to other countries in an attempt to show how better it is someplace else. No one likes this and recent posts here demonstrate this fact. Politics, Laws, Customs, Practices, are part of the adventure and knowledge base required to make you situationally aware and prepared for the AWESOME and Great things, people, and cultures we as richer nation citizens have the ability to experience. Living in Russia for the last two years and traveling its length has demonstrated this time and time again. To them Canadians/Americans are the same. The differences between our two countries are obvious to us, yet, to them we are the same. We are North Americans. This translation gets confusing in the Russian language. Focusing on what we have in common is so much better than fighting about how we are different or better than anyone else. We are humans.
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