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Re: [pct-l] Re: Personal safety on the trail
Craig,
I agree with almost all of what you said, except for one misquote:
>But what someone said on this list concerning this issue holds true: If
>you choose to carry a weapon of any kind, you must be prepared to use it.
You're exactly right - but that wasn't what was said. What was said that
I disagreed with, was that "if you're in a situation where you need to
pull it on someone, then you have to use it." Not true - but as you noted,
you have to _be prepared_ to use it. You're right - if you're not sure you
could shoot someone if your life was threatened, don't carry a gun. It
could be taken away and used on you.
When I do the PCT in '98, I won't be packing - too much weight. :^)
Happy hikes all!
Rick
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