Fishing alone is difficult (Page 6): I'm sure she is not the only one. I hope others are reading this.

seborf

I'm sure she is not the only one. I hope others are reading this.

Taz

Truly there's no telling what's on his mind, I prefer give people benefit of the doubt. Still, didn't sound right, the way he followed you, not cool! I hate to say it, but a visibly armed woman is a good deterrent! I carry concealed legally and I do not know what laws on open carry are where (it's important to know) you are. A small 3" CD on your hip would discourage any fool wanting trouble, just be sure to train well and decide ahead that you'll do what's neccessary! Beyond this, best option is a buddy (preferably male). I'm sorry it comes to that, but two things here are important; you shouldn't be deprived of you right to feel safe anywhere, and second, idiots looking for trouble like that don't need to be around. Sorry if I seem crass; this country is free because we fought for it to be so. Unfortunately sometimes it takes a show of strength and determination to get through to some folks! Best of luck to you on fishing, sounds like you found a spot worth fighting for!

Taz

Sorry not CD, meant "XD" smart phones, yeah right! 😉

Taz

Good for you, open carry is smart when you have too! That's what I suggested too; however, please make conscious decision to use it before you carry it. I think a fishing buddy (male) is best... I know... but there are good honest fellows out there. Usually family is best, but a good friend of a brother can work, other than that, don't know what to tell you. Let people know where you're going, how long and when you're getting back and to come looking if you don't!!! Can say this; if I saw a woman in trouble, I'd go to her aide without a thought! You're either old school gentleman or you're not. Wish for you always good luck, be safe out there.

seborf

Open carry is illegal in Florida. A person has to have concealed carry or be illegal. I can't afford the cost of concealed carry so I carry illegally.
The government will do anything that they can to get that dollar from its' citizens.
What ever happened to the 2nd amendment? Ya have to PAY to receive your constitutional rights. stinks!

Garry Loc: Wellborn, Florida

In Florida you are allowed to open carry while fishing or hunting, and to and from either. I strap mine on before I get out of my truck in either case.

Big dog Loc: Bayshore, Long Island, New York

Garry wrote:

In Florida you are allowed to open carry while fishing or hunting, and to and from either. I strap mine on before I get out of my truck in either case.

So we pretty much all agree, this nice petite lady ought to be packing ?

Big A Loc: Mesa, Arizona

Smaller folk, females in particular, should carry some means of self-defense; bigger gents shouldn't scoff at the notion either, as you never know who or what you could run into in a remote area ! Even bigger men can be overpowered if the aggressor is even larger than them or if they find themselves outnumbered; remember that most low-life types are cowards who often run in packs, mostly for their own safety ! Depending on where you live, wildlife (bears, pumas, etc.) can also pose a threat, especially if you've caught a few fish and they're just looking for a meal !

mewhuntr

I'm a man. I fish alone sometimes. However, whether solo or with others, I conceal a 44 magnum. I also carry a few snake shot in my loops. You never know when a two or four legged predator will show up.

Wesley70 Loc: Pascagoula Mississippi

No you didn't offend me all I meant was she should get and take whatever will make her feel a little more comfortable because she will never ever feel safe again not like she used to and I hate that somebody took that from her some piece of shit.

john1470 Loc: Sandy Hook, CT

Me thinks next time you see this creep write down his plate number, take a picture of his vehicle and him - contact your local law enforcement and tell them your saga. Sorry bout this, and sorry you didn’t get to fish. Be safe and good luck fishing.

Taz

FS Digest wrote:

I'm a pint sized passionate female angler. This af... (show quote)

Hello Strang3trails,
I'm thinking that I started something kinda getting out of hand when I suggested you arm yourself so I want to make a few things very clear for you about my advice.
First, I'm new to this forum; in fact, I don't usually get caught up in such things for lack of time! My name is Jim and my wife's name is Margarita; we are heading up into our local mountains for a week of rest and relaxation! Margarita had asked me to make reservations to spend some time up at a cabin on a lake where we've been before... she (actually both of us) like the area and I of course decided that I'm going to get some "fishing" in! :) Couple more years at my work and I'm retiring; we've decided to head in-land into Wyoming territory to spend our retirement where clean air, water and good conservative folk abide (we hope), we live in California now... I do apologize for my extended manner of writing; however, I normally am very thorough (can you tell I'm an engineer?) so I'll make this as short as I can to get my point across.
I wouldn't even be writing if I hadn't spotted some similarities between you and my wife, Margarita. You're both tiny, both hit on a lot because of that feature I'm sure, both obviously independent and I think... both fairly strong willed women (I know my wife is)... I think these are all commendable qualities in a woman and I applaud you for them. Here's the kicker... I think being independent may be a bit of a handicap for such individuals though, it causes you to do, or want to do things that most of us take for granted because of our size and personality! We feel safe because, at our core, we know size is a natural deterrent, that "how we come across to others" makes it very clear that we are no sheep, rather, that we are the ram... does that make sense to you? So I suppose my point in this is; don't be a sheep and follow what everyone else tells you to do (including me), be the ram and do what "you chose to do!"
I suggested that you apply for, train very diligently and acquire a weapon that you can lock onto your hip that lets all "people" know that you mean business if they so chose to get out of hand. Here's the down side of that suggestion; you're independence and power come from within, not from the firearm! The gun is only a tool; a tool that may be used against you if you chose not to dedicate time and effort into training with it... that it will not be taken from you! First, you do this by making it apparent you're armed while fishing. Secondly, you do this by "respectfully" requesting that no one come within a minimum of 25 feet of your "fishing position." This is a reasonable request, is it not? Learn how to read people (this is truly a lost art!), initially listen to your "instinctual" self when others come around, stay aware but NOT go psychotic on anyone, you'll just stress yourself out and what fun can that be!
The bottom line here is, TRAINING, TRAINING and more TRAINING! Once you attend a CCW (conceal carry weapon) course, a lot of this will explain itself. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg, sign up for classes that teach training "how" to interact with a weapon as one of your tools. There's a lot more to it than first appears, it's actually a lifestyle, a choice to have a say on who and how other people will affect both yours and your loved ones lives! Sorry to say that it has come to this measure of arming ones' self, but as you have experienced; there are predators out there who don't care who they harm in the course of satisfying their own need for self-empowerment. As I said; an XD compact in 3" on your hip will serve to tell others that you will not be taken advantage of. The predators will turn and walk away, perhaps even try to re-approach within a fashion where you might not see them coming at you (this is where self awareness and training take over; you simply do not allow them this avenue of aggression). The armed people and/or honest kind hearted folks such as myself may approach you, see you're armed and ask what style of weapon there that you're carrying! Chances are; you are brothers/sisters of a single spirit and have a lot to talk about... they'll probably show you theirs to show you how you are two peas in pod so to speak, it's a common thread that binds you in ways that you now have no idea. Visit a gun range sometime; listen to and watch all the other people; it will become very apparent who is "old hat" at this life style and who is just then learning! You will notice one thing in particular; everyone there is very polite and respectful of others, the reason is... "an armed society is a polite society!" Yes there are idiots in all groups of people; however, you will also learn that 99 out of 100 those folks will be there on your side when harm comes a calling, it's the unspoken word of the gun-person!
Empowerment is an awesome weapon; the wielding of it properly AND responsibly is one possible key to an awesome society Strang3trails, empower yourself to not be afraid, to go fishing where and when you choose! Again, so sorry to write your ear off; I do tend to tell the complete story when I care about the issues! If you need an honest opinion and/or need help learning how to follow this path safely; my email is frosty53@surewest.net so anything you write won't be privy to view by "all" people out there. As I wrote, we live in California, are planning to move to Wyoming in a few years and generally we, like you just want to be left alone to enjoy life as we chose to do. Any help I can be, I'm glad to help you.

Graywulff Loc: Cortez,Co.

Taz wrote:

Hello Strang3trails,
I'm thinking that I started something kinda getting out of hand when I suggested you arm yourself so I want to make a few things very clear for you about my advice.
First, I'm new to this forum; in fact, I don't usually get caught up in such things for lack of time! My name is Jim and my wife's name is Margarita; we are heading up into our local mountains for a week of rest and relaxation! Margarita had asked me to make reservations to spend some time up at a cabin on a lake where we've been before... she (actually both of us) like the area and I of course decided that I'm going to get some "fishing" in! :) Couple more years at my work and I'm retiring; we've decided to head in-land into Wyoming territory to spend our retirement where clean air, water and good conservative folk abide (we hope), we live in California now... I do apologize for my extended manner of writing; however, I normally am very thorough (can you tell I'm an engineer?) so I'll make this as short as I can to get my point across.
I wouldn't even be writing if I hadn't spotted some similarities between you and my wife, Margarita. You're both tiny, both hit on a lot because of that feature I'm sure, both obviously independent and I think... both fairly strong willed women (I know my wife is)... I think these are all commendable qualities in a woman and I applaud you for them. Here's the kicker... I think being independent may be a bit of a handicap for such individuals though, it causes you to do, or want to do things that most of us take for granted because of our size and personality! We feel safe because, at our core, we know size is a natural deterrent, that "how we come across to others" makes it very clear that we are no sheep, rather, that we are the ram... does that make sense to you? So I suppose my point in this is; don't be a sheep and follow what everyone else tells you to do (including me), be the ram and do what "you chose to do!"
I suggested that you apply for, train very diligently and acquire a weapon that you can lock onto your hip that lets all "people" know that you mean business if they so chose to get out of hand. Here's the down side of that suggestion; you're independence and power come from within, not from the firearm! The gun is only a tool; a tool that may be used against you if you chose not to dedicate time and effort into training with it... that it will not be taken from you! First, you do this by making it apparent you're armed while fishing. Secondly, you do this by "respectfully" requesting that no one come within a minimum of 25 feet of your "fishing position." This is a reasonable request, is it not? Learn how to read people (this is truly a lost art!), initially listen to your "instinctual" self when others come around, stay aware but NOT go psychotic on anyone, you'll just stress yourself out and what fun can that be!
The bottom line here is, TRAINING, TRAINING and more TRAINING! Once you attend a CCW (conceal carry weapon) course, a lot of this will explain itself. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg, sign up for classes that teach training "how" to interact with a weapon as one of your tools. There's a lot more to it than first appears, it's actually a lifestyle, a choice to have a say on who and how other people will affect both yours and your loved ones lives! Sorry to say that it has come to this measure of arming ones' self, but as you have experienced; there are predators out there who don't care who they harm in the course of satisfying their own need for self-empowerment. As I said; an XD compact in 3" on your hip will serve to tell others that you will not be taken advantage of. The predators will turn and walk away, perhaps even try to re-approach within a fashion where you might not see them coming at you (this is where self awareness and training take over; you simply do not allow them this avenue of aggression). The armed people and/or honest kind hearted folks such as myself may approach you, see you're armed and ask what style of weapon there that you're carrying! Chances are; you are brothers/sisters of a single spirit and have a lot to talk about... they'll probably show you theirs to show you how you are two peas in pod so to speak, it's a common thread that binds you in ways that you now have no idea. Visit a gun range sometime; listen to and watch all the other people; it will become very apparent who is "old hat" at this life style and who is just then learning! You will notice one thing in particular; everyone there is very polite and respectful of others, the reason is... "an armed society is a polite society!" Yes there are idiots in all groups of people; however, you will also learn that 99 out of 100 those folks will be there on your side when harm comes a calling, it's the unspoken word of the gun-person!
Empowerment is an awesome weapon; the wielding of it properly AND responsibly is one possible key to an awesome society Strang3trails, empower yourself to not be afraid, to go fishing where and when you choose! Again, so sorry to write your ear off; I do tend to tell the complete story when I care about the issues! If you need an honest opinion and/or need help learning how to follow this path safely; my email is frosty53@surewest.net so anything you write won't be privy to view by "all" people out there. As I wrote, we live in California, are planning to move to Wyoming in a few years and generally we, like you just want to be left alone to enjoy life as we chose to do. Any help I can be, I'm glad to help you.

Hello Strang3trails, br I'm thinking that I starte... (show quote)

Well said sir. Wish you the best. Wyoming is coooold! Graywulff.

Ktrout

You go girl! I love it! Refusing to be a victim is what it's all about. An equalizer of any kind is a plus, although I do recommend a large caliber hand gun, get whatever works best for you. Self defence training goes a long long way. My daughter 5'1" 110lbs of woman who don't play, and she has no problem with men twice her size. Just being smart, and wise to your surroundings is the most important thing for anyone. Always take a second to just look around every chance you get. This advice I give to every man, woman, and child out there. This is our planet, and it's time we take it back! Back from the freaks and weirdoes to who are growing in numbers. Good, honest people should not be afraid to go where they dam well want to so take care of yourself, and your brothers and sisters around you. Real help when you need it come from some unlikely places, so lets watch out for each other. Sorry if I went on a rant there, but I pisses me off when good people cant enjoy the freedom I fought for, my brothers died for, our ancestors laid the path for. Freedom, its everything.

mornincffee

Enroll in an WOMAN'S EXTREME DEFENCE course along with all other suggestions mentioned . A knee KICKED backwards removes all desires, the small end of your fishing pole in the eye will slow him down, etc.etc.etc. Take the course. It's best to know and not need instead of need and not know .nuff said