A weapon?

Jul 25, 2001, 10:42 AM

Do any of you carry a weapon when backpacking or camping? If so, what do you carry? Why?

Jul 25, 2001, 10:55 AM

I usually carry a 12-inch Marine knife when I hike or backpack. I use it for cutting food, cord, or anything else that needs cutting. I don't consider it a weapon as such, just a big knife. If, however, I come across a bear, or a group of ne'er-do-wells I feel a little more secure knowing I have the knife.

Jul 25, 2001, 8:02 PM

If I had a knife and came across a group of n'eer do wells, I'm pretty sure I'd be the one getting hurt. On the other hand, doing nothing would make me feel bad about myself.

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Jul 25, 2001, 10:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
Anonymous Guest Posts: n/a	Do any of you carry a weapon when backpacking or camping? If so, what do you carry? Why?

Jul 25, 2001, 10:55 AM	#2 (permalink)
RJ Guest Posts: n/a	I usually carry a 12-inch Marine knife when I hike or backpack. I use it for cutting food, cord, or anything else that needs cutting. I don't consider it a weapon as such, just a big knife. If, however, I come across a bear, or a group of ne'er-do-wells I feel a little more secure knowing I have the knife.

Jul 25, 2001, 8:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
LyndyS Guest Posts: n/a	If I had a knife and came across a group of n'eer do wells, I'm pretty sure I'd be the one getting hurt. On the other hand, doing nothing would make me feel bad about myself.