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This video was precipitated by a recent tragedy in Nebraska. If you haven't already heard about it, check out this article by @drivinandvibin drivinvibin.com/2024/06/24/rvers-attacked/
Oh no!
Thank you for bring forth this to the Community! Safety is seriously Important!
I read the article thank you for sharing with us evil abounds. How terribly sad and horrific. Praying for us.
That was horrifying, so very sad for that couple!
I always remind people to LOCK DOORS all the time.
It’s going to get worse…private and state RV parks with others around
You are not crazy! I’m a retired police officer and my son is an officer in San Antonio TX. The world has changed so much and it makes us sad and mad. Everyone needs to take their own protection in the own hands. We really need to pray for the country right now.
Thank you to your and your family for your service! It's in God's hands!
Amen Sr.
Go Texas 🇺🇲
Thank you and your son
Gid bless yall and son kept safe!
You can be sad all you want. until we get this jackass President out of the WH, were fucked.
@@Zakk900 👍🏻🇺🇲
LEO and retired LEO can carry in every state. If you are a regular Joe Smoe like most of us you are charged with a felony in disgusting states like Maryland, New York and Illinois. In my home state and states that recognize my concealed carry permit I always carry a gun. I don’t have as much as as a speeding ticket on my record. Shame on LEO in states like New York and Maryland who enforce these draconian laws. How do they sleep at night? Disgusting. They are directly responsible for tragedies such as this. I am traveling to Nebraska in my RV this summer to meet my brother at a campground for a week. He is from Oregon. I had planned on staying at a rest area for a night. After reading about this attack, I booked a campground instead. Politicians who support these laws and law enforcement who have the audacity to enforce these laws have stripped me of my right to protect myself and my family. The law as usual, does apply to them. They are as usual, is most situations, above the law and have the ability to protect themselves and their families Absolutely shameful. If you are active LEO or retired LEO I am interested in hearing your rationale behind enforcing these laws that directly violate the Second Amendment rights of the majority of citizens and put individuals and families at risk to suffer a tragedy such as this.
Remember, above all else, it is better to be judged by 12 than carried by 6.
Right on
My daddy taught me that all my life!
Yes🙏🇺🇸
Yes indeed!
Unless you live in NY or CA, then either way you're screwed unless you use less than lethal defense, like a Byrna launcher. Legal in all 50 states. TH-cam will explain details.
An old woman had a dozen different fire arms & someone asked her what she is afraid of. She said, "Not a damn thing!" 😉
Amen 🤣😂🤣
That's Right!!! 😂
That saying is as old as my Grandfather's buck skin rubber!
@@RVOddCouple
John “You really do love me!”
Mercedes “No” 😂😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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I bought a firearm after I chose to live in an RV full time. Now it is right beside my bed in my tiny house on wheels. I took a CCW class and practiced at the range with a friend who owns multiple firearms. All my grown children own firearms as well to protect themselves.
I joined the Marine Corps right out of high school.... That was over 30 years ago.And I'll be damned if this country isnt fucked already.
I'll bet you sleep much better at night knowing your not helpless against some deranged goon trying to break open your door. Don't blame you a bit, in fact I keep NRA stickers on my door windows in case the lunatic can read. My dog is a great alarm telling me when it's time to lock and load. Stay safe.
Continue to practice. We don't travel full-time. We have 38 acres with enough room for our very own target range. Practice is important. Another thing that is important is to think of ways to minimize your risk of having to use it.
Keep going to the range…it’s a great sport! Yes, ammo is expensive, but think of it the same was as golfers do: Fun activity while honing their game with each round they play. 😉
That's a great point. I was recently rearranging because my rig is in the shop, and realized I'm not familiar with my freedom-tool right now. Time to get to target practice!
We agree 100%. I'm going to add: if we are at a campsite, we always walk the perimeter of the campsite and pray. We ask God to station angels around our site and keep us safe. And, to wake us up at night if there is an emergency of some kind.
Awesome Routine🙏
We.do...we.walk a circle of protection around us and our site...gonna add salt also
Cheri, You have covered all the important bases. Fantastic!
Beautiful, if 300 million Americans prayed just that in our communities, evil would have no where to hide. As it is our installed officials are inviting evil in, en masse.
I never leave home without it. And I definitely don’t RV without it. Freedom.
I don't blame anyone for properly protecting themselves. I carry everywhere I go where legal to do so, and sometimes where it's not.
As the gun grabbing laws get more unconstitutional, only thing law abiding Americans can do is put personal protection front and center, and unconstitutional laws last.
It helps however when your County elected a Sheriff who ran on being a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary County who refrains from unconstitutional laws.
I carried concealed all my working life and the years my children were growing up. Open carry is and always has been legal in my state but not concealed.
Amen!😊
It all sounds good on paper. I ran into a situation in Miami about 20 years ago and I was well prepared so I thought, as a trucker for 29 years I always was well prepared but this time it was different. At 2am someone came knocking on the door and I froze and listened and heard other voices also. Even though I had my gun I felt like a sitting duck because if they started shooting , the walls on the semi truck are thinner than the rv walls. I called 911 and the lights from the squad car must have scared them off. Do not give up your position. Walk softly and leave the lights off until you get a good bead on them but always know that you are responsible for the resting place of the ammunition.
Allen I hear ya. This is why it is important to practice/train in various scenarios. That can get expensive tho. My way forward? Believe it or not, I play Mobile Call of Duty on an iPad. It contains various scenarios, varying weapons, and changing situations requiring regroup and/or replanning. Ridiculous? When I go to the range 99% of my shots are in the bulls eye. My reactions are quick, real time, fast reload, and no flinching. I’m 70 yrs old and I stand by this plan of action. Oh I understand some police use COD Mobile for same reason. Besides it’s a lot of fun. 😎
Being prepared doesn't mean confronting them every time and rarely needing to shoot. Each situation is individual and calls for analyzing the situation (in seconds) and reacting based on that situation. I've had several situations I was glad I carried and I was prepared. One of those I was prepared for a heart shot when the trouble maker (who didn't see me, he was aiming at my husband) chose to raise his hands instead of discharging the pistol he had just slapped a loaded clip in. He had been a troublemaker in the neighborhood for months. He used a city limit line to avoid arrest. Apparently being confronted by a citizen and homeowner helped him realize he could not continue to behave that way in our town and he moved away. Each situation is individual.
For spouses or other adult family members:
1. If there is something or someone that you see that makes you nervous or if I ask you to, please get behind me.
2. I will not use my firearm if it is possible to deescalate or flee from the situation.
3. If the perpetrator has already drawn and is pointing a firearm at us, I will not draw mine unless an opportunity presents itself. Remember that compliance does not guarantee safety.
4. If the person displays a knife or raises their garment to show they have a firearm in their waistband, I will draw mine and engage the person, as appropriate, while you get to safety.
5. If I raise my hand and use the surrender language like, "Hey, I'll do what you want just don't hurt my wife" I am preparing to draw and engage. Be ready to flee or get down behind cover. Ala Danny Reagan.
6. If I have to use my firearm call 911. Whoever calls 911 first is usually going to be in the most favorable situation with the law.
7. If a shooting incident ever happened it would not be unusual for me to end up being handcuffed and taken to the police or sheriff's station while they sort out what happened.
Optional for kids:
1.Train them that if you ask them to do something, please don't ask me why, just do it and I'll explain everything later. Like, “Go to mom in the RV and lock the door”.
2.Practice playing a game called the "freeze game". If I say or yell FREEZE you will stop whatever you are doing and freeze wherever you are. If you are riding your bike, running, walking or anything else just stop until I can tell you to GO. There will be prizes for how well you play this game. You have to be ready to freeze at any time. Note: This is helpful in a variety of situations when telling them to “freeze” might save them from an accident or from them walking into danger. Making it a game helps to keep you from making them unnecessarily fearful.
First of all, you're not crazy, you're smart! Me and my wife are both retired LE and always carry several weapons when we travel in our RV. " Better to have it and not need it than, to need it and not have it." The myth about racking a gun or a shotgun will scare the person off by the sound is not true.. Also you can definitely miss your target with a shotgun. The spread really is not that big. The only thing I would add is to add lights and lasers to your weapons. The light helps identify, and the laser lets you stay in cover while you can still put the dot on your target. It's sad, but the whole world has gone crazy! In addition, carrying an AR-15 will give you many more options, you can take on multiple threats, and you can reach out and touch somebody if the situation dictates it. May god bless you and your family. Stay alert, stay safe, and hope this election changes things for the bettter!
I guess I need a 6th! Good stuff! God bless you as well. Thank you🙏🇺🇸
Stay alert, stay safe… and PRACTICE with you FREEDOM tools!
Amen! 68 year young female. Time to travel with my friend Smith.😂😂
I’m a retired Officer from the free state of Alabama.. there is no proactive police work any more. I tell everyone that you better protect yourself and your family because to the police, unfortunately, you’re just a victim that requires a case report with a supplemental. I travel much like you. The only thing I would add is to carry yourself with confidence. Criminals are like dogs… they can sense the weak but will take a second thought just based on how you walk and watch everything around you. Your own self confidence will keep you out of a lot of issues.
This is true! Rats don’t like to be noticed, that’s why I make eye contact with anyone near me.Let them look away…
We love Bama! God bless and than you for your Service🙏🤔
Thank you, brother John. This needs to be said, exercise your rights or be at risk of losing them at the hands of a tyrant.
Fun story:
My John was driving my minivan one evening , after I had been shooting with our ladies group earlier in the day.
My range bag was in the car with a few ‘cordless hole punchers “. (We both carry a few too)
John got pulled late this evening… waiting fir the LEO arriving to the window we took inventory of all our ‘freedom tools’.
Informed the LEO we had about 10 in the car. He asked where they all were and I replied how many were in MY range bag… ..the LEO leans in the window past John and starts asking me about what I shoot & what I recommend as he wants to buy his wife a ‘few’ to get her shooting.🤩
Our whole stop was about what I shoot😂
Never got a ticket and have a great story!
Love you Guys🙏❤️🇺🇸
As a sheepdog for 28 years, I invite the wolves to come and play. I chuckle at them. I refuse to spend ridiculous prices at rv parks unless I’m super tired and want to relax a couple of days. I usually stay at truck stops, rest stops. I walk my big pupper. I keep the leash and pepper spray in my left hand and my conceal carry “wink wink” ready for my right hand. My presence and voice has always been my most powerful weapon. I live in rural Montana, an open carry state and being retired Leo I can conceal carry. My always have with me are my S&W 9mm shield, my go to Glock 22 .40, my Ruger Super Redhawk .44 mag for hiking, my Marlin 45-70 Gov’t Dark and 12 gauge side by side. I keep snake shot as my first round in my .40 and 9mm for hiking. 12 I keep in my TT as my go to for late night surprises (backed up by .40). First round is green dyed rock salt. Hurts like a mofo and the extreme sting doesn’t subside and forces them to the hospital. First info I give is the dyed rock salt so they know to inform nearby medical facilities. I can’t say how many walking zombies I’ve chased off during the latter part of my career while off duty and since. Great video for the masses of sheep. I’ve known you carried since I first got my TT in 2018 and started watching you. I love that you won’t allow yourself to be a sheep!
Love the dyed rock salt idea, but don't know if I'd be willing to give up a round of defensive 00 buck for it. How about dyed 00 buck? I agree though, pain is a wonderful teacher. The question is can the scumbags learn in the short time they have after feeling the bite?
As a Truck Driver with 2M miles... We all carry a variety of weapons (Because we are transporting several million dollars of products.) From non-lethal to lethal. We carry gel Mace with dye, Bear spray, clubs, knives, and a side arm (.40 or 9mm women), rifle and shotgun (12ga or 20ga women)...
Beware, just showing a gun of any kind in your hand is a Felony charge of Criminal Endangerment! Fire it = Felony Attempted Murder! (Even if you miss!)
The bad person has to be inside of your Rig, to Prove Self Defence. If they are running away from you, You still get those charges!
If you obtain the big 3 Conceal Carry permits you are covered in all fifty States.
A weapon is Useless if you are outside of the vehicle, and the weapon is on the inside! Whether it is Wildlife going to eat/kill you... Or a Bad human.
Truck Stops and Rest Areas are Dangerous places! Most have Homeless camps with Psychotic or persons on very dangerous drugs! These camps are also in Dispersed Camping areas where very few RVers are camping! If the area is all trashed with a lot of garbage... Go somewhere else!
Pay Attention to Your 6th Sense! If you don't feel good about an area... Get the hell out of the area! You can drive another 5 miles and it should be safe.
You should alway take a few minutes to checkout the area, people and other vehicles. Don't get out of the Safety of your Vehicle until you have!
Run the Safety Belts through the arm rests of the Front Doors and buckle them!
What are the big 3 Conceal Carry Permits?
Since California, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland will not honor any other state's carry permit, I'm curious what you're talking about.
Dang, I'm only taking two Freedom tools with me when we go camping. I'm going to have to up my game👍🏻🇺🇲
perfect excuse to buy more freedom tools... "John said..."
@RVOddCouple LOL I have plenty. I just need to bring more👍🏻🇺🇲
Those are rookie numbers. Got to pump those numbers up.
My moto is: Three is one, and two is none..
My handicapped wife ALWAYS says just before we pull out- DID YOU PACK THE PEACEMAKER? Even after her stroke she can think clearer than 60% of unarmed Americans voting to take her security away. Little does she know I keep my short-barrel Remington 887 12 gauge right overhead the bed on top of the 9mm she keeps track of.
Mine is 9 rounds of 00, if they enter my home all I can say is 'Make my day, and I'm Christian also. Keep up the good work, especially the need for training and the need to be bold with your protection- legally.
Same!! Are you packing hun?
John!! You pointed that pistol at Mercedes! I’m like going YIKES!
God has given us the responsibility for our loved ones and ourselves. With that goes the God given right to protect ourselves and all who depend on us.
Retired large city-LEO here, I've been watching your channel for years. Love them. Two suggestions John: 1. Add a light to those firearms and 2. Yes, call 911 but their response time would be a VERY long time so just assume or plan, that you are on your own when SHTF. It is very sad about the Nebraska incident. Those poor folks were on a major interstate during the day; not like central LA at night, etc.
Love the video and glad I’m not the only one that is ready to protect myself and my family. God bless.
An elderly couple in their RV stopped at a rest area on Interstate 80in Nebraska a week or so ago. They were attacked by a 26 year old man. He killed the husband and he seriously injured the wife. They never saw it coming.. Be safe folks. Always watch your back.
A drug addict, the accepted "culture" of America.
Very good advice. As a combat Vet, I would add one thing. With unloaded weapons, practice clearing your RV or house room to room, covering each other. Do it slowly with full light at first, then speed up as you build muscle memory. Then with dim light and finally in total darkness using your weapon light as little as possible. Once you have it down pat, your body will coast through the motions, freeing up more of your brain for situational awareness and reaction to threats. That's why Operators run through the shoot house over and over. Also remember, you are responsible for every round you send down range so be aware of what is beyond your target.
Good advice thx.
I like the ideas, but letting everyone in TH-cam world know where you keep all your guns may not be a good idea. Especially when you are away from your vehicles.
I had the same thoughts. Thanks for the info, but I wouldn't share where and how many I have.
Same thoughts. But love you guys & grateful for the details you share; obviously from your heart. We pray the Armor of God. & for “America The Beautiful “
🇺🇸 In The Name of Jesus 🙏🏼
Amen
He knows how to use them…I wouldn’t want to jump on their RV at night.
I disagree, they are moving all the time, plus I wouldn't want to mess with them.
You have the right to defend yourself. But the criminals have more rights than you. Know the laws of each state, they are all different. Good video. Thank you.
sad but true!
That is why we refuse to ever go back to my former home state of CA!!!
Still have lots of family there, but never stepping foot in that state ever again. Left almost 10 years ago clearing out the parents home got some of daddy’s firearms and brought to our FREEDOM state of TN!
Made me mad some CA siblings agreed to register their share of daddy’s guns 🤬 dad was rolling in his grave cause he never wanted to register his FREEDOM Tools!
ps… we stay out of all states that don’t want our tools there!
My Nanny always said “don’t worry about the bad guys, there’s always more good guys in the room than bad guys”. This may still be true but I don’t think there’s many good guys still packing.
Just the opposite where I live.
I am.
no room of good guys if you're out in the wilderness.
Not true anymore. There are still more good guys, but they're not willing to come to your defense due to the liberal prosecutors and politicians. The number of bad guys has increased because they are no longer afraid. If You and your Nanny keep this mindset, you are potential victims.
Central PA here, it is not unusual to go to the supermarket and see one or two open carry visible. More CCW’s of which I’m one.
"for us, we pray" love it!
I’d rather be prepared & never need it, than to need it & not be prepared!
First comment. You are definitely responsible for your own safety. He Second Amendment is there for a reason. Get training and exercise your rights. Too bad many states and many people are working hard to restrict our rights and ability to protect ourselves.
Amen!
Always have protection and know how to use it. Keep yourself and your family safe. 🙏🏻
People would be stunned if they came to my RV. I’m not kidding either
You have a stun gun?
@@DeekJohnson nope
@@DeekJohnson I knew what she meant. It’s a 45 pistol. People are stunned when they hear it just before it impacts them.
@@ogearbox6132 it was a joke…stunned…get it?
Well I would come to your rv but you never invited me and it has realy hurt my feelings! I thought you were my friend! OH BOO HOO HOO!!!
Fun story:
Back when I was a young tyke, my father was traveling alone and heard someone open the tailgate of his truck while sleeping in the hotel. He was cleaning his black powder .45 cap and ball revolver at the time, so he opened the window, aimed, and said freeze. When the police arrived, the poor sole complained that dad was pointing a cannon at him. Dad simply showed the officer the unloaded weapon and they had a good laugh. What dad didn't say was he had his 1911 available if the revolver didn't do the trick.
John, Mercedes, you guys are right. I always ask the Lord to send Angels around my windows and doors to protect me whether I'm sleeping or driving. This is my first line of defense.
I have carried a gun every day for the past 30 years. (most days, I carry two on my person)
I was in a McDonalds when it was robbed and they shot their gun inside. I had a gun in the truck, but none on me. Since then, I have never gone un-armed, except for when I am in an airplane, and then I have one in the checked baggage, and put it on in the bathroom once I clear the secured area.
There are only 3 types of people. The predators, the un-willing victim that chooses to defend themselves, and the willing victim that relies on the police to save them.
My wife used to question why I carry everywhere we go and its only once we had kids she really started to appreciate it.
My wife and I always hold hands and say a prayer before we leave the driveway on our camping trip👍🏻🇺🇲
We do the same🙏❤️
We do too! The horse is prepared against the day of battle, but safety is of the Lord.
Right there with ya brother. Short 12 gage pump, a 45 and 2 .380s (one is my wifes).
You're riding with precious cargo, John. God and you will get them safely to every destination. ❤😊
"Nobody knows that I have firearms."
So far, 178,000 do.
Call 911? Bubba does not call 911. Bubba reloads...Remember: Gun control is hitting your target.
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Somebody’s on the roof of the RV? 2 rounds upwards still leaves 13 in the 1st magazine. I can patch the roof in the morning, once the sun is up and better lighting.
might have to put that concertina wire on the roof
Try to use a revolver for your defense gun so you’re not leaving empty shell casings lying around that the police could potentially do a forensic exam on and use rounds like a .357 Magnum that are non expanding made with a heavy copper jacket or are solid copper to get a through and through wound with no bullet left in the body that the police could recover and do a ballistics check on. This would be especially beneficial in a remote area where you’d have the ability to ditch the body and bug out, also be sure to ditch ant foot wear that leaves and identifiable print in the ground to cover your back side and gives any investigating law enforcement the minimum amount of info.
@@pauliedweasel And don’t forget to sweep away any tire print impressions left by your rv, trailer or towing vehicle with a whisk or pine needle bristle broom as you depart. Hey !! You were never even there !! 🤠
I have a Winnebago class C. Tow a jeep gladiator. Two big dogs! I have to take care of everything. I won’t put my slide out if I’m not in a paid campground. We can carry in AZ
We boondock exclusively.
Zero slides.
Five Heelers, plenty of caravan chums.
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We are the folks school-teachers warn about.
As a Professional Firearm Instructor of more than 25 years and one who has worked in the Security Industry for as many I will say job well done on this video. Focusing on situational awareness as well as our Firearm Basic Fundamentals / Firearm Safety Rules should be part of our daily routine. We should always seek out addition training to make us more disciplined firearm owners. Thank you for having the stones to address this topic. Also, USCCA’s web site has a free map and information on firearm possession in all lower 50 states. If you have any members that are new to firearms I would be happy to answer any questions and offer some direction.
Gad Bless and be safe!!!
LEO and retired LEO can carry in every state. If you are a regular Joe Smoe like most of us you are charged with a felony in disgusting states like Maryland, New York and Illinois. In my home state and states that recognize my concealed carry permit I always carry a gun. I don’t have as much as as a speeding ticket on my record. Shame on LEO in states like New York and Maryland who enforce these draconian laws. How do they sleep at night? Disgusting. They are directly responsible for tragedies such as this. I am traveling to Nebraska in my RV this summer to meet my brother at a campground for a week. He is from Oregon. I had planned on staying at a rest area for a night. After reading about this attack, I booked a campground instead. Politicians who support these laws and law enforcement who have the audacity to enforce these laws have stripped me of my right to protect myself and my family. The law as usual, does apply to them. They are as usual, is most situations, above the law and have the ability to protect themselves and their families Absolutely shameful. If you are active LEO or retired LEO I am interested in hearing your rationale behind enforcing these laws that directly violate the Second Amendment rights of the majority of citizens and put individuals and families at risk to suffer a tragedy such as this.
Love the video... Great info for all Americans. Not just for RV'ing but for home also.
Absolutely!
I knew I loved you two. Just added another reason ,......... NICE !!~
Rock on!
This is a very good video - better than many viewers may realize. We are each our own first responder to any emergency, and risk assessment and situational awareness are crucial. I echo the many good points raised. I'm a gun writer / reviewer / competitor and instructor - just shout anytime you want to talk gear! BTW, I just purchased my own first RV (Class B) and am going through my own initial safety and security plans.
Yes. Always ask for God,s protection. Seek the Lord first.🙏
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As a retired LEO, you are completely spot on, I follow your thoughts 100%, pray and pass the ammo 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
You asked for ammo too late. I had free ammo throughout college, and an average day was 150 rounds, year round, whether there was an official practice or not. I never felt the need to keep 3 guns near my pillow, if I even thought that would be helpful, which I don't. Are these folks camping in the murder capital of the world or something?
Would a retired LEO advise everyone to tell the world exactly where they keep their 5 guns in 2 vehicles? Daytime locations and night locations? I didn't think so. This video is about creating drama, not keeping themselves safe.
Upvoted! Everyone has the right to peace and safety.
0:11 "a lot of you guys are gonna judge the heck out of me..." should be "a lot of you victims and future-victims are gonna judge the heck out of me"
My wife and I are 100% with you two! Some of my friends probably think we're crazy because I generally EDC and we have several 2A self-defense protection tools at our house. If our RV is our home on wheels, why would be not do the same there? ESPECIALLY RVing, as we are always relocating ourselves into new (unknown) areas which is part of the part of RVing? So yeah, we're with you guys.
Thank you for pushing this message. People are blind to the idea of domestic threats. I support this message! God bless your journeys and god bless those prepared to survive in any situation
The deadly incident in Nebraska should be enough to make everyone learn to defend themselves by whatever means. That was a horrible story that all of us full timers, part timers, some timers, or just car travelers should think about. Thanks!
Love you guys...... Never leave home without. Exercising our God-given rights....it's nature's law, and also our Constitution. God Bless you guys. WWG1WGA
I'm from Western Nebraska and sadly that incident on I-80. happened.Just one week ago a friend had to shoot an intruder in his home.Times has change in every part of the country.
Thanks for your bravery and openness in letting others know that it’s okay to protect yourselves. I sleep very well while camping, knowing my six little friends are by my side.
I can’t thank you enough for this valuable video ! I agree 100% thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
At 10:38 I was ready to see an accidental discharge!!! Dude, whenever you're displaying or handling firearms, you need to clear the weapon. Even if you know it's unloaded, take the magazine out, clear the weapon and lock the bolt in the open position. Safety first!!
In the near future my wife and me are going to purchase an RV and you're 100% right about carrying. Even in my home, I have access to a firearm in every room
Whenever we go camping or just a trip somewhere, we always have our cordless hole punchers! We both have carry concealed permits. Some might say we are overly paranoid, I say I’m overly cautious! Of course we also have some kind of blade on us too. I also have 17% pepper spray. Yes I’m aware the police can only have 10% pepper spray. But I’m not the police. I am former Army National Guard. And I’m a dang good shot! First time I shot a sniper rifle, I shot a 96 from 200 yards away! I also carry wasp spray, maybe one day I will get some bear spray. I even taught my husband the joys of firearms. I have never taken a life, but I’ve saved more than a few. But if it comes down to it, I would not hesitate! My husband and dogs will be protected until my last breath! But my most important protection I have is my God! Yes, I’m a true Momma Bear! Thank you for sharing this information! People need to know how to protect themselves. And not be a victim! 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️
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My husband and I full timed and traveled all over the country for many years. I always went on line and checked all reviews and the news in the area we wanted to stay before I made a reservation. Even with that, there were a few times I was quite worried.
Don't see many Videos like this . I drove over 2 000 miles from San Diego to New Jersey, in my Class C I had my Ruger 1911 45 with me. I know like you we are people of Faith. However better to have a sidearm and Not need it. Then to need one and not have it. The best thing you shared was situational awareness. Most important. Great Situational awareness will go a long way. Stay Blessed.
Hello, I would like to share a tip regarding the theft of your vehicles. I used to work in a garage full of mechanics in the big boss had a problem with his teenage son always taking his car and joyriding. So he asked the mechanics to put a secret switch in his car and somehow they wired it up to his ignition or distributor and mounted a toggle switch somewhere inside the vehicle so whenever he parked his vehicle he would flip that toggle switch and the car would not start no matter what I don't think it would even turn over. I thought that was a good idea and something maybe we all could use.
Be careful crossing State lines, different states have different laws
Screw the states. It's a Constitutional Federal Civil Right.
Isn't it legal to own guns in your home in every state? Isn't an RV your home? I'm just wondering... When we travel, we don't stay overnight in a state where you can't carry. So far, that's only been one or two that I know of that we've traveled through. Most of the southern states are carry states.
@@laurae.4285 an RV by law is not considered a home but a recreational vehicle regardless if you are living in it or not .
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What is the number of that 'law'?
Show your reference, please.
@@largemarge1603 like I said each state has different laws, I don't know them all but I do know that they are different. I used to drive 18 wheelers and none of those guys are allowed to have a firearm at all.
Never be a victim
Never!
Just remember when that round leaves your weapon YOU are responsible for all the damage it does.
I'm pretty sure Law Abiding Gun Owners know that!!.....
Rangemaster and firearms instructor here. You guys have absolutely the right idea. I was just watching a video on cargo trailer conversion and was wondering how I would work out firearms storage in an RV, and at the end of that video I see a link to this video. All the laws in the world don't mean anything if you can't protect yourself. Sorry for the length, but I've got some comments.
Now that I've seen your entire video, some comments for you. First, yes, please practice and GET TRAINED if you're not...in all your weapons. You carry handguns and the shotgun. Training gives you the opportunity to get better and shakedown your weapons, to be certain they will work when you need them to. Plus there are generally camping destinations at or near where the training takes place, so you can take advantage of your rig. It's great being around a bunch of like-minded folks, too.
Second; when you train you should take a class in defensive use of a shotgun, especially when you're talking about box magazine fed, semiauto bullpup shotguns like the one you have. It's a good choice because of its shorter length inside a very cramped RV space. But, there are three main caveats: 1) These guns have been known to have questionable reliability, so you want to go to a class and do the shakedown like I mentioned above to be sure it works; 2) Please don't say things like you can't miss with a shotgun. That's not true. Hence, training...and I would invest in a red dot sight for it, like a Holosun or SIG Romeo 5 that have shakeawake -- the sight will come live as soon as you move the shotgun. I've had a couple of Romeo 5s on a shotgun and a rifle and they work as advertised; 3) Ammo. Don't run birdshot in a defensive shotgun. If someone's in your RV, barricading yourself in a room of your house is not an option. You need to stop the threat now. 00 buckshot is your go to. Birdshot won't get the job done and it's possible, especially in the bullpup guns, that it may not cycle the gun properly leaving you with a malfunction to clear. Also, you need a weapon light or at least a flashlight. Weapon light would be better...and of course training on how to use it properly. I didn't hear you mention lights.
Third, a big yes on keeping various firearms to hand in various locations in your RV. I do this in my home, so of course it's the thing to do in your home on wheels as well.
Thank you for putting this video out. We can not be roaming around without protection nowadays. Stay safe out there and my God Bless y'all!!!
Stay vigilant and God bless🙏❤️🇺🇸
Sorry to hear about that boating accident right after this video where you lost all your weapons.
Ya live ya learn 🤔
Oh man! So sad!
I absolutely love the fact that you believe it is a responsibility to carry a firearm. The first round in a shotgun is a slug, backed up with 00 buck shot.
I do have several issues with this video. However, I do like the topic, and I do think it is important.
With traveling with an r v and guns in certain states and going over state linings require different things. Because the law is different in different jurisdictions. I'm not going to be given specific advice. An RV in certain states is going to be 1 of 3 things. They're either going to be a vehicle or home or a combination of the two. I should add. This will also be dependent if you are permitted in that state as a carried licensee.
If the rv is parked at a campsite, you may have certain storage law requirements. For instance, you may have to store your gun away from your ammunition. Depending on the jurisdiction, if you are driving the. Rv, you will have other restrictions that are also dependent if you have a concealed carry permit. There is also a federal law on what is required. When going from one state to another and what your the condition of your guns should be.
All these three things or four things, depending on how you look at it need to have certain considerations. Personally, I think it is unwise to specifically tell people. Were you armed in your vehicle. You may want to reconsider this because you are a public person.
Lastly, there is one gaping hole in your defense plan that I am wondering about. Mercedes, is she armed capable of using the firearms?
yes, have the right tools for the job.
Here in Canada the law is very strict about carrying fire arms., not like there in the 🇺🇸 USA. And you can’t cross the boarder either with fire arms. I’m not sure how I feel about having forearms so accessible like you do there . But I understand the need. Maybe the manufacturer of RVs need to promote more security features for RVs. Like camera, alarms, strobe lights etc…just an idea 💡 Like you guys ❤🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦
Communist country now
You've got Trudope, we've got one of our own too!
He’s got a 12gauge strobe light!😂
The thing that concerns me is that sharing this information could make you a target. I share my preparedness practices because I want the country to be a safe place. So I support this video, however you seem hyper vigilant so I am glad you CAN share this. Y’all are awesome!
Interesting video. Every summer I end up investigating thefts from RV's and it's usually items people leave near their RV like their E-bikes or other valuables. In my 39th year as an LEO I have come to not trust anyone. It's sad to say that, but unfortunately people are vicious and will harm one another with no regrets. You are prepared as one should be. You and your wife should learn at least one good defensive tactic maneuver each (hand to hand defense) to better be prepared for escape in case you're caught off guard. Follow your instincts and never stay anywhere where you feel unsafe and the little voice in your head says things are dangerous.
Most nomads don't admit to having weapons or like to talk about having them, so this is very useful. I'm also studying the gun laws in each state so I know how to travel with them lawfully. I would also consider self defense liability insurance. Right or wrong if you shoot someone, you will need a lawyer and that adds up quickly.
Pretty sad that certain politicians have crapped all over the Constitution
@piggy310 Nothing to do with what I said.
Rule number one, stay out of Commiefornia and Zoo York!
The only people that would call you "crazy" are ideologues, blinded by ideology. I agree with EVERYTHING you've said!
Never crazy to be prepared to protect yourself. Good on you guys!
5 firearms John? 5???!!
Those are amateur numbers! By the end of Summer, we should see you and Mercedes rockin 10 firearms=)
lol. that's hilarious!
@@RVOddCouple Do you worry about Sage being around those guns?
They teach her gun safety.
ok, let's not stir up the ATF here by publicly saying about the quantity of guns on ytube
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A few people are more afraid of the government agents than criminals (some over-lap).
I agree with arming ourselves for protection. But what do you do when you go into another state that doesn’t allow firearms. We drove to Maine from Alabama a couple of years ago and I was more afraid of the laws in New Jersey and New York.
Check all laws and hide it really good
Situational awareness is key, then “Lock & Load”. We are our own first responders.
As John says, follow the laws. For me, I follow the Federal rules for interstate transportation of firearms and have my guns unloaded and locked in a safe, and my ammunition locked in another safe. However, I carry a Byrna "launcher" that is advertised as legal in all states since it's CO2 powered and shoots balls that contain tear gas, and also balls that are empty and called "kinetic" for those states like New York that don't allow tear gas or pepper spray. The non-gas balls would put a major hurt on someone even without the tear gas.
If you have an incapacitating event, cops will find them, not their first rodeo. Need lockable safes, knowledge. 10-25yr terms in many Lib juridictions if found in violation@@RVOddCouple
@@RVOddCoupleagreed!
You just don't find videos like this out there and especially traveling couples making one. Very rare and i think it's excellent advice you give! Thank you for making it! Maybe someone watching will inspire more couples to make videos such as yours.
Did you see this?? 😳This one in CO stole the truck camper with the couple asleep in it!! nypost article "couple-asleep-in-camper-when-thief-steals-truck-drives-away-with-them-in-tow" 😡
I live in Canada, so I can't own one, however, I got bear spray, throwing knives, a sling shot, but I do believe in prayer, the Lord is the best protection, my bible is used every day and I have peace even with the state of the world. Jesus did say lawlessness will increase and the love of many will grow cold. God bless!
How do you deal with varying gun laws as you travel? Serious issues in many Liberal areas. One can be a felon-in-waiting crossing into CA, WA, IL, NY, NJ...
LEO and retired LEO can carry in every state. If you are a regular Joe Smoe like most of us you are charged with a felony in disgusting states like Maryland, New York and Illinois. In my home state and states that recognize my concealed carry permit I always carry a gun. I don’t have as much as as a speeding ticket on my record. Shame on LEO in states like New York and Maryland who enforce these draconian laws. How do they sleep at night? Disgusting. They are directly responsible for tragedies such as this. I am traveling to Nebraska in my RV this summer to meet my brother at a campground for a week. He is from Oregon. I had planned on staying at a rest area for a night. After reading about this attack, I booked a campground instead. Politicians who support these laws and law enforcement who have the audacity to enforce these laws have stripped me of my right to protect myself and my family. The law as usual, does apply to them. They are as usual, is most situations, above the law and have the ability to protect themselves and their families Absolutely shameful. If you are active LEO or retired LEO I am interested in hearing your rationale behind enforcing these laws that directly violate the Second Amendment rights of the majority of citizens and put individuals and families at risk to suffer a tragedy such as this.
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You two wonderful people are spot on!! 😘❤ The bad guys: 😡😧😢😵
(We try to avoid this at ALL costs. ONLY if ABSOLUTELY necessary.) That is why we prepare. Preparedness greatly reduces the chances of getting caught in a potentially BAD situation in the first place. Observe everything around you.
I carry every where I go. You all are the smart ones for carrying. Who cares what the anti-gun crowd says!
I'm not sure what being Christian has to do with using birdshot... but if those folks in Nebraska were armed and vigilant, things would certainly have turned out different.
We hear you from the mountain tops!
Amen!
Good advice. Here's another piece. Avoid CA like the plague. NO reciprocity here.
Selling fear - - - always, Oh, they are "odd" alright and so are many of their followers.
2nd Amendment all the way, and it IS going to get worse.
I never leave home without our families freedom tools at work or recreational. Stay dangerous and frosty my friends keep your heads on a swivel.
That's right! Stay safe 👍
I adhere to the Color codes of awareness taught by the late Col. Jeff Copper. It has saved me many times and could save you as well. Ride Tall, shoot straight and speak the truth are words to live by. Stay safe out there beautiful Americans!
Thank you so much for making this video. Please, please make more videos about carrying while traveling.
Awesome! Stay Safe 🙏 Protect 2A 🇺🇸 the best First Responder is Self Defense!
I used to own many guns for self-defense and hunting. Many years ago I figured out with that negative mindset of living in fear and it's going to get worse, you definitely bring the worst to yourself. It's all going to be okay❤. No need for fear😊. Good luck
Fantastic video! This is one of the best public services you could perform.
My 12 gauge pump shorty (18 1/4" barrel) is in a spring-loaded garage type broom holder on the side wall right next to the bed. It is rubber-coated so it won't scratch the gun, and the gun can be pulled out of it quickly. The gun has never came out of the holder, regardless of road conditions, and it is always in place and easy to grab while on the bed if I need it. Oh yeah, and I HAVE practiced shooting it laying down!!!
Another tip: I bought a set of those nasty blue-white fog lights everyone hates because they blind you when coming at you. One is mounted on the driver's side under the overhead cabinet next to the bathroom wall. It is aimed at the side door. The other one is mounted on the crossover at the back of the hallway at the bedroom. If anyone opens the side door, the lights come on and blinds them. And I am BEHIND the lights!!!!! Driver's door on my Class A??? Permanently disabled. I will gladly walk back to the side door to get in and out to pump gas knowing that nobody will ever get in that door!!!
You guys rock thank you for all the great tips❤❤❤
Thanks for watching!
Well done!
You two get crazier and crazier with every video.
Someone threw a rock on your roof and you went into full panic mode.