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<blockquote data-quote="Hand Skills" data-source="post: 1484171" data-attributes="member: 103303"><p>Very much agree, sir. These discussions can become polarized, and my intent was just to open it up a bit. I'd hazard there's a good probability if the pistol was worn it would have also been loaded.</p><p></p><p>RE: The handgun's empty condition, that is most unfortunate. Interesting to know. </p><p></p><p>Many years ago, in Alberta (WMU 438) I stumbled upon a family of Grizzlies. 4 in total. It appeared to be a sow with triplets, all nearly as big as their mama. Here in Canada an average Grizzly is 250-300kg (600-700lbs). They are formidable creatures.</p><p></p><p>Fortunately for me, neither myself nor the bears had a kill on the ground to fight over. After what seemed like eternity, asserting I was neither predator nor prey, I backed out of the (their) berry patch. How does one prepare for that?! Is there such thing as enough gun for a 1v4? </p><p></p><p>My point is, you are fooling yourself if you feel safe in the woods simply because you have a gun.</p><p></p><p>It's interesting talking with indigenous Elders on the subject. Especially those living remotely. Culturally there is a depth of history here, and a real fear of bears. </p><p></p><p>Fear is healthy. Whether we are working with power tools, driving down the freeway, or in bear country. When I find myself becoming complacent, or start feeling comfortable in these situations, that's when I get worried. If a risk assessment doesn't make me feel alive, it's time to call it a day. That, or prepare to get hurt.</p><p></p><p>We are all responsible for our own choices, perhaps vigilance is the toughest choice of all.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Hand Skills, post: 1484171, member: 103303"] Very much agree, sir. These discussions can become polarized, and my intent was just to open it up a bit. I'd hazard there's a good probability if the pistol was worn it would have also been loaded. RE: The handgun's empty condition, that is most unfortunate. Interesting to know. Many years ago, in Alberta (WMU 438) I stumbled upon a family of Grizzlies. 4 in total. It appeared to be a sow with triplets, all nearly as big as their mama. Here in Canada an average Grizzly is 250-300kg (600-700lbs). They are formidable creatures. Fortunately for me, neither myself nor the bears had a kill on the ground to fight over. After what seemed like eternity, asserting I was neither predator nor prey, I backed out of the (their) berry patch. How does one prepare for that?! Is there such thing as enough gun for a 1v4? My point is, you are fooling yourself if you feel safe in the woods simply because you have a gun. It's interesting talking with indigenous Elders on the subject. Especially those living remotely. Culturally there is a depth of history here, and a real fear of bears. Fear is healthy. Whether we are working with power tools, driving down the freeway, or in bear country. When I find myself becoming complacent, or start feeling comfortable in these situations, that's when I get worried. If a risk assessment doesn't make me feel alive, it's time to call it a day. That, or prepare to get hurt. We are all responsible for our own choices, perhaps vigilance is the toughest choice of all. [/QUOTE]
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