How Are You Protecting Yourself While Camping?!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ม.ค. 2023
- Well Guys I know that some of you have seen the reel showing us surrounded by police during our last trip with @CoddiwompleOverland so we've gotten tons of messages asking what happened.
I thought it would be easiest to explain what happened in this short video as well as show you another option to defend yourself while in the woods or streets.
I do want to point out that if you are taking the Byrna on a plane, it needs to be in your checked luggage unloaded. Do NOT under any circumstances try to take it as a carry-on . I didn’t think I would have to give that warning but apparently folks think you can walk it onto a plane on your person lol.
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I would never even step foot into an area that I can't carry a gun.
Don't travel outside your country then i guess.
@@user-wz5ud4mn4y Good advice.
Better stay home then
@@Dcdc956 don't say stupid shit.
@@user-wz5ud4mn4y I won't never plan on it.
I do not care what the laws say
When I camp I make ABSOLUTELY certain I am adequately equipped to ensure the safety and survival of myself and if with my loved ones as well.
100%
Absolutely
Yep I would rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6
Concealed means concealed as they say
That’s right. Doesn’t matter what made up words on a piece of paper say somewhere if you’re dead
You demonstrated the number one item in self protection, situational awareness, well done.
Thanks Smokey!
I’ve solo camped since the 1970s. In the 1990s I took several multi-state trips, solo camping without any incidents except a bear sniffing my tent at 3 am.
The world has changed. I never camp alone now.
It’s definitely different!
Sad 😢
You just got lucky. Serial killers were ravaging the world in the 70s and 80s
As a commercial backcountry wilderness guide for 10+ years. People would always ask, "What's the most dangerous part of guiding?"
I would always say, "Humans."
Safe travels everyone.
1000%
You are not wrong. The chances you're injured or killed by a wild animal are lower than the chances of you winning the lottery. The chances of you getting injured or killed by another person is a lot higher.
@@PittiesAndMore Absolutely!
Absolutely right !!!
Especially liberals, those are the most untrustworthy people I know. Completely full of crap measured in every way possible.
I have participated in camping for over 60 yrs. now and I cannot remember ever going camping without a firearm. Over the last 50 yrs., I not only carried a firearm, I always had a dog with me as well. On my most current camping trip, I was accompanied by my wife (who also carries a firearm) and my Boxer that weighs in at 115 lbs. I definitely agree that you should be ready to protect yourself while camping. There's a lot of predators out there that can and will do you harm...the most dangerous of them all is humans.
Absolutely!
Been camping in public forests and national parks for over 50 years, never felt unsafe or taken a firearm in my life. But I live in Australia. 🦘🇦🇺
Yep repeating crossbow is good too and dogs.
Absolutely
@@tonydoggett7627 Jeeeze. Australia? Ya'll got some bad azz creatures down there. But since most are either in the water or small (but venomous), I can understand why you don't need a firearm for them.
Bro, you went above and beyond and out of your way to de-escalate that situation. Hat's off to you and your people.
Thanks buddy
@@DownSouth_Adventures AND I AGREE!
Sounds more like a bunch of vaginas and the cops also that pretended or actually had panic attacks. Powder fentanyl doesn't penetrate through your skin and being outdoors they definitely didn't get enough to overdose just from looking at it.
I started solo camping when I was 12 and I had a 22 rifle with me. Later a 22 cal handgun. Graduated to a 45 which I still use and I'm 80. 25 years ago I acquired a Retired Deputy Sheriffs Star and ID after 27 years of service , which goes with me along with the 45. Yep , firearms all the time but concealed , no percentage in advertising. My favorite item is non lethal even thought it makes you wish you were dead. It's Bear Spray with a range of 30 feet. I like it since it's good for all sorts of varmints both 2 or 4 legged ones. I backpack or canoe and my campsites are always out of sight and hidden. Old habits are hard to break.
Thanks for confirming that. I was considering the bear spray and also a taser, although I do have a Glock. I don't like the idea of someone getting close enough to even consider using a knife; at my age I don't want to be arm wrestling and chance it gets turned on me. But bear spray can ward off intruders at a distance. A taser is a little easier to hang from my belt along with pepper spray.
Which bear spray do you like?
I like your style. Avoid public campgrounds if at all possible and don't advertise.
I’ve heard people still get some backspray from bear sprays and can incapacitate themselves along with the bear or attacker. Apparently the gel bear sprays are way better, more precise and little to no backspray.
Just my two cents, for what it’s worth… which is uhm, apparently two cents.
Not Self defense advice, WASP spray is a bigger can & even hornets hate it.
Wow 😮 … “Let us speak courteously, deal fairly, and keep ourselves armed and ready”
1 million percent!
As a forester we were cautioned about approaching remote camps - often grow operations or chem labs brewing bad drugs. We just never knew who or what we may run into. Safe travels you all.
Thanks so mush and the same to you!
I wish you well, but I also remember it's your forestry bosses that won't let me have a gun to protect my family while on National Park land. We used to be more concerned about dangerous critters, frankly. But now they want us to camp out there unarmed while knowing there may be a meth lab holed up nearby? Geeze... Thank your bosses for me. lol
That is not the case at all…the FEDERAL government wants that.
@@BeerIndependence4All I haven't seen these camps in our national or provincial parks. These are very typically very heavily policed and have very limited access to the public. On public land this is very different and we can pack the heat! In fact we go through firearms, bear spray, bear awareness and drug lab awareness as part of annual training. A common misunderstanding is that in Canada we are disarmed and cannot carry firearms. Far from the reality we just don't advertise it and seldom (extremely rare) need to use them.
I go camping to enjoy myself not intercept and get in other people's business
I read so many comments on camping forums from people who do not believe this situation can happen. Thanks for sharing.
Expect the best but plan for the worst!
Looking into that Byrna… I highly appreciate you for posting this video. You are 1000% in regards to never trusting the area where you camp and always be ready! Thank you so much
Thanks for watching
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There are better air pistols then that byrna It always fails in real tests against pcp air pistols.
Not having a firearm when camping? That’s like not having water! Glad y’all were aware and proactive. Damn fentanyl is everywhere.
Yessir I agree....it's like American Express you never leave home without it!
Yeah that’s why California is hard to protect yourself. Illegal to carry a firearm. Go to prison if you’re caught with it. But you’ll be killed if you’re caught without it
I know thats right, every law biding citizen should carry a weapon of self defense.
Bear spray
Because it’s cheap and readily available.
I went camping in Northern New Mexico, last summer. Was told by the rangers that the parks were full of lunatics. We were heavily armed. A very large black bear came through our camp that night. His presence didn't bother me as much as knowing that there were lunatics in the campgrounds.
Makes you not want to go on a hiking, or camping trip, especially with small children. Sad world.
Stay armed and alert for sure! It is sad!
I camp with my family in NM… what campground were you at?
Have you seen recently the amount of people shot and killed in Colorado on the hiking trails? It’s insane!
There are large populations of black bears living in pretty close proximity to people, they're generally ok. Grizzlies terrify me, I was thinking about getting a camper shell setup to give me a little protection in grizzly country. The idea of sleeping in a tent in Grizzly country spooks me.
Unfortunately lunatics are everywhere now. Nowhere is safe.
Last month I was dispersed camping in a heavily over grown wilderness. Scouted the area earlier in the day everything seemed clear! Well later that night same thing, a light coming towards my camp about 100 yards. I was alone and had no protection. After 5 years of camping alone this was my first experience. As i watched the light bounce around I packed up and left. That is that last time I go camping without protection. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching and glad you were safe
My Prayers to the Officers who got exposed to the fentanyl powder.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽👍
Thanks for your support
Fent is non-transdermal
Moral here? Don’t do any solo camping or backpacking. I backbacked on the Old Chimney Trail in Great Smoky Mountains with a friend. Set up camp at a lean-to as darkness encroached. It began to rain. A stranger entered camp. He was wearing a garbage bag serving as a rain parka. He also had on cutoff blue Jeans and Converse basketball shoes. Me and my friend got the impression this guy was an escaped prisoner or someone on the run from the law. At any rate, no sleep because we had to keep our eyes on this guy as well as keep our knives handy. At dawn we ate some oatmeal and broke camp, continuing our hike into Gatlinburg where we finally got a good nights rest at a Holiday Inn.
It’s definitely a different world out there but Me and Kim typically go everywhere by ourselves but we ALWAYS have a means of protection on us at all times.
I’d rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
There's nothing wrong with solo camping as long as you have a weapon and a couple of alarms that bark and bite.
@@frankfitz3421 Never go without my 4 legged friends...well behaved, alert, and a bit bold of course.
45-70 Henry goes with us and side arm of Glock 23. Animals aren't always the threat.
@@brokenrockadventures absolutely!
As a female who camps solo or with my grandchildren I appreciate this less than lethal info. I’m always armed & carry other forms of protection as well & my GSD always camps with me but this is definitely another defense I will be adding to my arsenal. For those who say “never camp solo”, for some of us living in fear & giving up what we love is not an option. Be aware, be safe, and HAVE FUN. Life is too short.
Exactly! Very Well Said!
Kudos girlfrend!
Take a careful look at the independent Byrna reviews. If the assailant is wearing a thick fluffy jacket, none of the ammo the Byrna uses will have any effect.
@@torinkoski8879 it will if you get a head shot or leg shot.
You obviously haven't had any really close calls yet. The reality is women should not camp alone. Have you not seen in the news how many dead females are found in state and federal parks? There's a difference between being fearless and being stupid. You simply do not understand exactly how dangerous men are. The majority of murders on campgrounds are women who were killed only by opportunity of a man. Between men go places with no intention of killing anyone, but they do it because they could.
The less than lethal gun, is foolish garbage.
Good tip! Last time I camped, my full cooler was taken, later that night, I ended up pulling a knife on a guy who came into my tent uninvited. In retrospect, perhaps I should have left after the cooler theft? It was a red flag that I ignored.
That absolutely was a red flag! Next time get stab happy!
Thanks. I never heard of this type of device. I’ve been looking for protection gear for a few days. And this is the best one so far.
Nice! I’m glad it helped!
Dang! That’s crazy. I don’t really worry about animals much while I’m out. But my concern has always been about people trying to do something. You handled that perfectly!!
Thanks buddy!
I e never worried about animals while camping. I will always worry about humans more. They are less predictable and more dangerous than nearly anything in the wild save for moose, Grizzly and polar bears.
@@outdoorfrenzy Absolutely!
Not that a predator can’t kill you… it certainly happens, but the most dangerous animal in the woods is another human.
@@p99guy Absolutely
Great message of awareness. Thank you. Stay armed, stay safe 👊 🇺🇸
Thanks for watching and stay safe!
So glad you guys and the LE are safe🙏. Thanks for shharing this with us. Good to know!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for making this video. I've had good luck camping with friends and road tripping with minimal gear, but I've been planning some longer road trips with nicer equipment. Gonna make sure I think that through before departing. The drugs are making things sketchy out there.
Absolutely! Stay safe buddy
Great situational awareness!
I used to camp alone, now days you take your life in your hands. A single camper alone at night is a target.
Absolutely!
Grow a pair. I camp alone all the time in California. Just be prepared and don't act like a target. Be the Alpha
Thank you for the good advice MoonGlow. When you are sound asleep at night you are vulnerable for sure.
If you camp in a truck that will buy you time .
How many people actually get attacked ?
I got approached by a couple of psychopaths on a New Years campout. The guys kept driving back and forth in the early evening. Then around 8pm, there was a lot of rifle fire nearby. Then awhile later, these folks drove down to a campsite 500ft away. They were dragging things into the woods. The one guy creeped up through the woods right up to my campsite to check me out. I kept a light in his face but was firm. About 20-30 minutes later, his female partner started ranting about the criminal justice system and how people treated her after she was incarcerated, as she was wandering into a nearby field. I packed up quickly and got out of there. I called the police once I got out of there.
I had bear mace and a stick...no gun.
That sounds sketchy as hell! Good job getting out of there!
I open carry and I got beat up for politely asking fellow campers to pipe down a bit at 3 a.m. and I had to Draw Down on them and Point my Firearm at one to get them to stop and they thought the Police would take me to Jail, Wrong! But they all went and my Firearm Saved my Life but my Bad for Camping in a Campground, never had problems just camping out in the Boonies, just Campgrounds. Camping without a Gun is like Driving your car without a Spare Tire, not wise.
I am so glad someone finally addressed this issue...I watch videos of women and men alone camping. Jesus...arm yourselves!!!
Absolutely!
Great video! Always make sure you are prepared for any situation. You never know when you will have to take action to protect yourself.
Absolutely
Thanks for the video! A lot of us talk about preparedness when it comes to camp and having what we need. But being prepared for bad actors often gets left out. Thanks for bringing awareness
Thanks so much for watching guys!
Absolutely right that it is our own responsibility to protect ourselves and family. Even the police are not obligated to protect us, that’s been proven by at least 3 Supreme Court rulings. Their weapons are for their own protection.
Agreed
Yup police have no duty to protect the citizens.
Police are the muscle of the state, the police are not our friends.
Police only enforce city code. That is their only purpose.
Thank you sir for the video information as well as the weapon options on protecting yourself. Here recently I've been doing alot of solo camping and this has definitely been on my mind. As well as setting perimeter alarms around camp.
Absolutely!
There was a time I was crazy enough to hike and even camp without a firearm. Not anymore.. can't believe I used to camp like that, bad idea. The number of druggies, psychos and crazy people has skyrocketed
Absolutely! Thanks for watching!
Thanks to the cartels, illegal immigrants invasion, it's going to get worse.
-- Pending where I am and what season, I always have a Mossberg 12g and a Glock 19 on hand. My daughter is 7, attends private military academy (never send my children to public schools) so she's certified with AR platforms and getting there with pistols (final beginners course next year). I don't go anywhere unarmed. And I always go with a couple teammates and their families (save state campgrounds which I find safe enough - least the ones around here).
I'll ask TH-camrs that do off the grid camping (there's a bunch of them) questions. How much does your kit weigh, what brand is this, that, etc. They're happy to answer until (especially the women that go out alone) I ask them what sort of firearm do you carry for protection.
Half of them don't answer (in such a manor that leads me to believe they're not carrying), the other half say, 'A gun? Oh, heavens no I don't carry.'
Of course I carry in bear country too, but 99 percent of the time if you encounter an aggressive bear, you've done one or multiple things wrong, or, you're out during the wrong time of the season. Had more problems with people similar to your experience than aggressive animals.
Good advice you have there, thumbs up. But I'd stress, off the grid camping requires a buddy system (you have it) and the correct firearms.
If I can't camp in an area because it doesn't allow firearms, most of the time I don't camp there. Sometimes I just break the law (don't recommend that). I'd rather be alive than dead.
It’s always better to ask forgiveness than permission lol! I’d rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6
Can't go wrong with 12 Guage and trusty G19👍
12 gauge shotgun is only a close quarters of 6 to 10 feet . I much rather have a Longer range M16 reliable Gun if grizzlies and mountain lions and bad guys coming at you from a fast running animals trying to kill you and your family and friends and longer range guns give a innocent American campers a time to act .
I agree!
Those work well!
First, I never camp where I am prohibited from possessing my firearm. Secondly, I have equipped my truck with auxiliary lighting front and rear. The lights come on and illuminate the entire space, 360 degrees, when I push the lock or unlock button on my key fob. I always position my truck so that it will light up camp in all directions. Always put the key fob in the same place for easy access. I also keep a small but bright tactical light near my firearm. Thankfully, I've had to use all of this once to run off a curious bear that took shelter under my camper in the middle of a nighttime thunderstorm.
All of those are great practices, we do all of the same. Typically my tactical light is attached to my Heckler & Koch so I’m always ready.
Aw....poor bear.
I concealed carry even in casinos I could give a shit what they’re supposed rules are about it I see a sign that says no firearms my firearm is on me I rather ask for forgiveness later on if need be but at least I’ll be alive!
I'm Australian so I camp away from trees Dropbears are known to frequent. Always keep my swag zipped up to discourage snakes, spiders and other creepy crawlies from entering during the day. You take your chances when and where you swim due to things like sharks and crocs. Apart from that, some Aeroguard and Bob's your uncle 👌
Thanks for sharing!
🤣🤣, you forgot to mention down south you Just gotta watch out for those dodgy airline pilots hanging out in the hills, respect from another Aussie camper from the high plains in vic✌️🤙
😅😅😅
Those drop bears will really fuck you up. I've emptied an entire magazine into one from 10 metres and it just snorted at me and took my esky cooler
My pet kangaroo keeps guard out front of my tent. Kangaroos can't protect you, per se, but he's a light sleeper so if he wakes in the middle of the night I know something up.
I guess in a similar situation I probably would just leave and not play shinobi. Depends on my party, though. But usually, the collective mindset would probably more likely vote for moving on rather than investigating or remaining. Being well armed wouldn't make the anxiety go away. But on the whole, yeah, I come from a family that - at least on my dad's side - believes in expecting the worst and being prepared for it.
Exactly. I wanted to neutralize the situation, but I was outvoted so we had to call the police.
you said it, no one is entitled to safety, you gotta look out for yourself and stay aware, because sometimes you got nobody else to rely on
100%
That was just crazy. Way to be proactive and not a victim. Thanks for sharing your experience with us 😊
Hey thanks so much for watching!
Wow! Thank you for sharing. I've not been camping in a long while and considering it this summer. Your video was so very helpful. God bless you all.
Hey, thanks so much for the kind words Rachel stay safe out there and enjoy all of the beauty of this planet!
Man oh man! When I originally saw your initial FB pics I thought the cops were dismantling your campsite.. Situational awareness is key.
Absolutely! Plus stalking a tweaker through the woods is a damn good time!
Wow! Great way to stay aware of your surroundings! Good to know you’re always with others who are aware as well. Plus you know whether you can bring a firearm or bring something else to protect yourself in a time like this. I would be more worried about a man roaming with a flashlight then a black bear in the woods. Sadly! It’s come to that these days. I pray those officers are OK and recovering after the encounter with drugs. That’s a sad situation.
Absolutely! Thanks for watching!
Bear spray
@@DownSouth_Adventures
Though I haven't seen your 2nd most precious thing on this planet,.. Your Dog you said you had.
I did notice how you Breezed over a particularly IMPORTANT part of checking air guns in Checked Baggage. Like you could use it in some way on an aircraft. At least you gave that impression,.. without the Facts.
... The TSA regulations regarding air cylinders state that Compressed Air Guns ‘Including paintball markers, may be carried in checked baggage without compressed air cylinder attached.’
TSA regulations require that 'CYLINDERS BE EMPTY' when travelling, hence they should be drained of propellant (compressed air or Co2) prior to packing ...
Air Guns, are far less Useful, or a threat,.. WITHOUT AIR 😏
But you knew that right ? Need to know Why ? Or is that damn obvious too 🤤
@@DownSouth_Adventures
Oh...
And ANY Magazines or Clips must be Empty while transporting same on aircraft. For all projectile devices.
... jus fyi 😉
@@My-Pal-Hal you realize I fly 33 times (66 if you count returns) per year and check my firearm every trip?
I went primitive camping along the Rio Grande in Big Bend National Park a few years ago with my girlfriend. Our camp was about 75 yards from the river. About 2a.m., my girlfriend woke me up because she heard boot steps on the rocks outside our tent. I immediately sprang up, grabbed my Glock 19, a large flashlight and started searching. Didn't find anyone, but the area down by the river was heavily wooded with lots of drops, perfect for someone to hide. I eventually went back to the tent and we settled in again. After about 15 mins, we started hearing huge splashes in the river like someone was throwing big rocks into the water every minute. After about 15 minutes of this, I grabbed the pistol and flashlight and went down to the river once again. Didn't spot anyone. This time I yelled out in english and broken spanish that I would not hesitate to shoot anyone sneaking up on our camp. I went back to the camp and settled in once again. No more issues the rest of the night. The next morning, I looked into the Mexican side of the river and it looked like desert scrub for miles. Likewise, when we drove out, there were no signs of anyone camping within miles of our location so no idea who would have been prowling around our camp. I hate to think what may have happened if I was not armed.
Absolutely we are armed to the teeth on every single trip and the military officers were totally fine with us packing and said they would do the same thing.
I couldn’t tell that part so I showed the other option for those that are afraid of firearms
Thank you for all the info and for sharing💜
Hey, thanks so much for watching!
Dang it, I was going to stay at military bases during my travels to stay safe and now I have to worry about drug addicts hiding on the base. Thank you for the video and glad to hear that everyone is safe.
It’s crazy dude
@@DownSouth_Adventures I have been thinking about buying a Byrna for the past month now. But, I still plan on staying at military bases during my travels while alone if there is one near me.
This looks like speck pond. It's not far from i-10.
Eglin is different. They were not in the gated section, but one that while technically on the base, is accessible by anyone. There are several bases like this. The FamCamps on bases are secure, but you need to pay and are often squeezed in nut to butt with your neighbor. I used to stay in the FamCamps when I had my RV, but don’t bother now that I’m in my truck.
The base thinks a sign that says no firearms means safety?
Another option - Raid "Wasp and Hornet Killer" It's an aerosol that comes in a Black Can. The main reason I suggest this is it sprays a stream that goes for 20 feet. And, it really works...especially when it gets in their eyes!
Absolutely I still prefer a firearm, but in a pinch that will definitely work
@@DownSouth_Adventures Absolutely...Sam Colt gave us the great equalizer, nothing compares.
But in states/countries that take issue with self defense, it's an easy-to-explain item to have with you..."I have an allergy to their stings".
Living in Alaska, travel through Canada is a regular occurrence for many up here. I had a petite female friend ask what she should do because she was making the trip alone...Raid Black was what we came up with during that brainstorming session.
Thank you so much for this info. I've never heard of a Byrna before. Getting one as soon as possible!!
Nice thanks for watching!
A LOT can be learned from this! Thank you!
Thanks for watching
You got really have really good descalation skills and avoided conflict really well. Excellent lesson and thank you!
Thanks so much buddy!
I'm from Philly originally, which is the per capita murder capital of the United States and probably the Free World, so I sold everything and bought a big Homestead in the country. Now when my girls want to Camp we just walk outside. We have Woods, lakes, and a few acres of cleared fields.
When we sleep outside I am still armed.
Absolutely
Just so you know - my moment of subscribe was the shinobi line. Perfect. Love the idea of mixing up those projectiles to create a cocktail of pain.
Lol thanks so much!
You hang out with someone like me who is simply not scared and refuses to be scared. Someone who has a lot of balls to stand up to the BS. That's how you have to be with all the thieves that are running around.
Absolutely
This is an absolutely great video guys. Please do more of these for camp safety
Thanks for watching Brandon!
@@DownSouth_Adventures I own and operate Suzuki Samurai of America and this is a great message that needs to be spoken more about!
As someone who camps a lot in Baja California, where carrying a firearm isn't an option, I really appreciate this video and will look into that "less-than-lethal" pistol. Thanks.
Thanks so much John, when you click the Amazon link, they also sell practice balls
Oh..... it's an option.
@@DownSouth_Adventures See.... shameless ad placement.
Flare gun. Legal everywhere
@@allywolf9182 That's good for the forest 🤪🤪😉
Thanks for this video. Keep safe out there. Going to look into self protection.
Thanks so much for watching!
Man thats crazy , thank you for thie video
Yes it was our craziest night to date on the trail for sure! Thanks so much for watching and supporting our adventures.
Go with your gut feeling. If or when camping and there is a group that is close by and they are loud and most likely drinking. It is best to move camp. Do not get discouraged going camping. You can have great time. Just make sure you are aware of your surroundings and keep a weapon of some sort close.
Get out doors, just be smart about it.
Absolutely!
To add to this topic. If you are with a spouse or significant other and they do not wish to tear down camp and move. Calmly explain why camp should be moved. If you are bush camping, there will be other spots to set up camp. Moving is just an added insurance to safety. If you are located in a camp ground. Tell management. They will most likely approach the group that is loud and intoxicated or move you to another site further away. Just be polite.
If you are camping and your group is the loud and intoxicated group and someone is close by. Reel your friends back in. Everyone I camp with is married with children. So everyone can settle their voice and attitude. But not seeing individuals for a year, spirits become high and the stories and booze begin to flow. Just remember your surroundings. Not just for your safety, but you want others around you to feel safe as well.
You handle those situations so well. Thanks for sharing
It was awesome! I mean not the officers getting sick but the stalking through the trees part!
@Down South Off-Road and Outdoor if they only knew your true capabilities with any non- firearm/ firearm, they would only have came to that camp once.. 😆
@@russelldunn2986 lol I'm rusty and need some practice!
That Byrna sounds like a good idea. I've camped solo as a female and definitely (although would not want to have to use something)would want some kind of protection these days.
Absolutely! There is a new version coming out from another company that actually looks like a better option!
I would never camp without the real thing...wife and I always take pistols and keep an SBR within arms reach. Unfortunately camping isn't safe like it was "back in my day" and I've had too many strange things happen to take chances with my life and those around me
We were actually all packing the real thing. I only wanted to show this as an option for those who can’t, or won’t own a real firearm.
Wow! What a night. Thanks for the message and the quick equipment review. That’s something I should look into more aggressively.
They are pretty cool devices if you can’t have or don’t want a real one!
That is crazy dude. Way to stay diligent and aware of those around you. Prayers that the officers recover. And I’m gonna need one of those NDK hats you were wearing. Just bring it to the next ALC.
Bwahahaha! Text me before the show lol!
The officers are going to be fine. They didn’t have “Fentanyl poisoning”.
@@RichYoung we don’t know what drug causes the issue when they were wrestling around in a small tent that was filled with drugs. They were there for two hours, and didn’t start having symptoms until about 30-to an hour later. The officers that came by the next morning let us know that they were both fine that morning.
@@DownSouth_Adventures The officers both had panic attacks. Tunnel vision, shortness of breath, whole body going numb, heart racing/pounding, cold sweat, inability to think clearly... and yet it's all in your head. If you've never had a panic attack, and particularly if you're unaware of the symptoms, you will absolutely KNOW you'll die unless you get help. If someone tells you "it's just a panic attack" you won't believe them, you KNOW something is very wrong. But you're wrong. Overwhelmingly powerful physical symptoms, but they arise from your thoughts getting out of control.
The media has spread this myth about casual overdose on fentanyl. It's a modern superstition. It's most contagious among cops and paramedics because everyone likes a good story. I'm not being dismissive - it's a very real, very powerful phenomenon. The opposite of placebo effect, the nocebo effect. And then the panic attack itself is like a positive feedback loop... you feel like you're dying so you think you're dying so you panic which makes you feel like you're dying.... The cure is simply to correct your thoughts and breathing pattern. "This is a panic attack, I'm not dying." Breathe slow but deep like you're trying to inflate your stomach not your chest. Exhale forcefully and completely. 10 minutes later it's like waking up from a bad dream.
PS great video, you handled everything perfectly.
Wow as a single woman camping by my self, I was thinking about my safety today as I was doing research on gun laws in other states. I think that non lethal gun might do the trick for me. Thanks for the information.
Hey thanks so much for watching and I’m glad that it got you thinking about your safety out there.
You have to think of your safety. Everyone does.
Absolutely!@@helened6896
Get a kember peper spray gun the best
There's actually a new model being introduced at shot show that is supposed to be amazing!@@lanevanderwaal1234
I like the idea of a less than lethal option for self defence. And the Byrna looks like a nice option. Especially because it allows you to engage a threat at a decent distance. I will say don’t be thinking packing that into your carry on. Pepper spray isn’t allowed in the cabin of a plane. Put it in checked baggage.
Absolutely in your checked bag, I didn't think that I needed to spell that out but then when the comments started rolling in I thought crap I guess I will next time
My daughter's used to think it was funny that I never went camping without a pistol under my pillow. Now that they're older they understand.
Absolutely!
when i was young, ATM's were a new thing. i saw someone killed for $10 they took out of their bank via ATM. i learned early on that you can be killed for nothing.
Sad but true!
Area alarms can be useful. Even the cheap battery-powered motion detector lights can do a lot to enhance your peace of mind and are not too heavy to pack in.
Honestly, I would have called Security Forces immediately after the first interaction. Eglin is a place where lots of fun stuff is done. (I know....) Random folks just wandering about could be anything from junkies to spys to terrorists. When they didn't know about the pre-use brief is when they needed to have a talk with the motivated 19 year old with an M-4. And his/her friends...
And "Fluffy" the fur-missile, who is the bestest of doggos...
For what it is worth, I think you did well. Choose the engagement zone. Defuse any issue. Keep alert. Less lethal is better than nothing, but I have a deep distrust of the effectiveness of those systems. I have health issues, so I don't think going hand-to-hand would go well for me now.
If you come to the San Antonio area, there are some nice MWR areas.
Glad y'all were safe.
Hey thanks so much for watching!
In this day and age, I would never go anywhere alone, especially into the woods. I lock my doors and say my prayers at night and during the day if I have to go out, I wear a whistle around my neck and I always look under the cars to see if someone is hiding there, I’m afraid of animals like bears wolves and deer. Watch yourself.
There’s too much good stuff out there to see buddy. Don’t let the news and everything else make you too afraid to enjoy all of this beauty. Train yourself with a firearm because it’s the great equalizer.
This is a great video, and something that more people need to keep in mind! The only thing that I would add is not to be overly reliant on the OC. It's a great option, but it can be of limited effectiveness on persons under the influence. I've sprayed about a dozen people, and the drunks are always the ones that can fight through it.
That’s a very valid point!! Thanks for sharing!
It frightens me that people who are not trained can carry and fires this
What is OC? Bear spray?
@@BlazingFaith1945 Oleoresin Capsicum. Pepper Spray.
I carry while camping, and set up a trip wire perimeter around my camp at shin level . I purchased these shot shell perimeter alarms that make a loud bang (not shot, just the sound from the powder going off) There have only been a couple instances where I camped I a place that made setting up this perimeter difficult if not impossible, as I usually camp in the woods among trees and not right out in the open.
If anything approaches my camp, I know about it and can ready myself for whatever threat may have wandered into my camp.
I've only had mt perimeter go off twice, one was a deer, the other probably smaller animal that took off as I didn't see it. Animals though really aren't your concern, for the most part they will choose to stay away from you, the real monsters while camping are other people that might not have your best interest in mind
Went overlanding we typically don’t get to camp until it’s dark and we’re only there long enough to sleep.
TYSM! I love camping with my girl, Shadow and loved seeing this video. Always need to make sure we're protected. I do have my arms, but i love the Byrna SD. i must get me one. ❤❤❤
From what I understand there’s actually a new model coming out in February. That’s going to be much better.
Be careful about the Byrna. In some jurisdictions it IS classified as a firearm and you will need a CWP to carry it. Even putting it in a lockbox only makes it legal to actively transport--not to stop overnight, etc.
I have a CCW but I typically only carry the real thing@@lyfandeth . I only showed my friends byrna for those thar cant or won't own a firearm.
Insightful. Liked the quotation. I hope this video gets more traction. Weapons for protection are paramount as is the buddy system. I have weapons scattered throughout my house even, especially when I'm in the shop running loud equipment late at night. Ambush is so easy and so is having weapons strategically placed.
Absolutely! We even have a shower gun for my wife!
I have a less than lethal pistol. I was attacked from behind in New Orleans once. As he spun me around, I pulled my little 22 mag derringer that I had my hand on in my pocket. Had he knocked me to the ground, I would have gone for the Pocket 9 Detonics on my ankle. Fortunately, the big dude who attacked me backed off with his hands in the air when he saw the gun, so I didn't have to pull the trigger. Often just seeing a gun will cause the perp to have an attitude adjustment with no shots fired or anyone harmed.
@@DownSouth_Adventures LOL... "shower gun". That's simultaneously the funniest and smartest thing I've read today.
Bwahahaha dude so many home invasions happen while folks are in the shower!@@b.g.tercero2351
Wow, that's crazy! I've been thinking about getting my wife and I each a Byrna. Seen the reviews on them and they are nice. Right now, in gun free camping zones, I have an old Tippman paint ball gun set at 405 fps. with a 14 in. barrel. Works great on coyotes. With that said, I still have my EDC. I'll never go without it. Especially on land my taxes pay for.
Absolutely we all had the real thing as well!
Wow, I’d be terrified as well. Great suggestion with the Byrna, absolutely fantastic to have on you, not to mention a fantastic product. Great advice, Sir.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for making me aware of Byrna. Had never heard of them before I saw this video.
Nice! Stay safe out there!
I watched a couple of guys use that on themselves to test how effective it was, it definitely worked, especially the tear gas and pepper spray one. It is a pretty cool set up
It’s a great option for those who can’t on a firearm or are afraid of guns.
Good on ya for calling 911 and following their advice. Continuing on your vigilante style investigation into the dark unknown could have gone extremely bad for you in so many ways.
Eh we were prepared for the easy way and hard way but either way he chose none of us were in any danger.
First time seeing your channel. Thank you for the optional gun info. As a woman who’s planning to do camping in the near future it’s an excellent choice for me. Keep up the good work. Subscribing 👍👍👍👏👏👏🙂🙂
Hey, thanks so much for the kind words it’s been quite a while since this video came out and we actually just got word that there is another option coming out soon. That is supposedly better than this particular model so stay tuned hopefully will have a review in February.
had this not been a military facility things could have happened very differently. Glad the mps showed up when you called and took it seriously.
Absolutely!
That could have went weird in a hurry ... nice job handling the situation
Absolutely!
G;ad your safe and the situation handled brother, thanx for the tips
Thanks for watching
Thank you for the video! Byrna is a great option!
Hey thanks for watching
You had to have known he was on some shit if he was scouting your camp, and after running into your big ass, came back multiple times. Glad you guys are safe! Gonna take a look at that Byrna after watching this...
Dude we surrounded him like ninjas and he didn’t care. All he could think about was stealing
@@DownSouth_Adventures All jokes aside, that is terrifying. But your message about being self-aware and prepared to protect yourself is spot on! Whether it be from a stealthy fentanyl ninja or a cougar (giggity), keep your head on a swivel and be prepared!
Great video. Glad everyone is safe. Hope the officers are okay.
When the federal police came to clean up the area, they let us know the officers spent the night in the hospital but were fine that morning.
I will never go camping with out my pups. They can hear things we can’t. They are like human alarm clocks haha
lol good call!
WOW... thanks for the video. Frightening though, I have been wanting to go solo camping now for a few years. Now after watching this video I will have to reconsider it. I don't own a gun, I use to camp a lot when I was in my 20's now I'm in my 60's I guess our world really has changed. I've watched a lot of videos on camping, hardly any talk about how to stay safe while camping. I'm glad the two officers did not die from the fentenall and you all were safe.
Hey thanks so much for watching and don’t let it deter you from getting out there.
Wow that was crazy. Glad to hear everyone was OK 👍 hopefully those officers are OK.
Perfect way to think. I'm the former warrior on a boat trying to grow a garden. Wait.... I might have jumped out of too many airplanes ✈
lol thanks so much for watching!
That's why I love camping in my beautiful Arizona, everyone is well equipped and no one have a guts to wonder around your campers in dark.
This guy was so high he didn’t care that we were well equipped. All he wanted was to see what he could steal
@Arizonalife01 Apparently, you don't keep up with the news and missed the several recent murders in camping areas near Flagstaff and the one near Payson. Not to mention the vehicle and other thefts. BLM recently even had to shut down a remote camping area near Phoenix because the crime was getting so bad. In each incident they were involving professional transient "van-lifers", which have infiltrated every part of the once beautiful Arizona.
@mikehenry4743 I am well aware of those incidents, listening to news every day, but you know most criminals choose their targets cautiously, in camping areas I camp, you have to be pretty stupid to try anything stupid.
Thats crazy! We used to camp out on the Eglin reservation all the time. Its been a few years since we've been out there but thankfully we never ran into any of that.
We are finding it more and more everywhere
Thanks for sharing the info on Byrna! I'm going to get one for family protection :)
Nice!
Thank you for sharing the non-lethal alternative.
Laws be damned, been into camping for 15 years and it's extremely rare that I won't bring a gun. Never once been in a situation where I've felt that I needed to use it, but I will always give myself that option.
If SHTF then the court can hear my side of the story and make their decision as to whether I should have calmly accepted my murder.
P.s. love the less than lethal option, especially if you've got friends who can help detain afterwards
Absolutely Agree!
Be careful with that detention thing. While it may seem like the right answer at the time, it can open you up to possible criminals charges in some places, and almost certainly lawsuits afterwards.
Thank you for the recommendation on the Byrna, I've been looking for an option like this
Awesome thanks for watching!
Jesus - you guys are vigilant! I'm impressed.
Some of us thrive on situations like this lol
Well done sir👏🏻 I carry my blade at all times. Even in my swim trunks at the beach. Becasue you never know what you will encounter, and when.
Thanks for this video!
Thanks for watching Dave!
How many sharks have you killed ?
If you like the Byrna, you’ll love the FN model 303! Its like a Byrna Assault Rifle, and used by prison systems and police departments. Like the Byrna, it has several types of projectiles including CS/CN powder, heavy impact, dye marking ect. And utilizes a drum magazine.
Oh wow!! We will definitely check it out
I wonder if the officers can start to carry a pocket size ventilator to wear when searching people personal belongings. I keep hearing these stories and there has got to be a way to mitigate the problem. I know they have the narcan but a preventative measure is what I would want as an office risking their life. Anyways I enjoyed your video, glad everyone was ok!
Hey thanks so much for watching! Yes that would be a good idea as well
I appreciate you sharing your story. Some fools pulled a gun and robbed people hanging out at a beach bonfire in San Diego a year or two ago. So literally no where is safe anymore!
Wow! Yep that is why we ALWAYS carry regardless of policy.
@@DownSouth_Adventures And I am saying that the Constitution recognizes that "self defense" is a God given right. I would go further to say that at least in CA you are allowed to use whatever means necessary to defend yourself and others.
I'm not a lawyer and you still could go to jail and possibly get sued by the "victim".
@@jaminova_1969 that's why you make sure there is no left to sue if you have to defend yourself lol
Thumbs up for being aware of the surroundings. Stay alert stay alive.👍
Thanks buddy!
I always pack a 357 magnum or a Colt 1911 45 ACP. The areas where I hunt and go off-roading are remote with little or no cell service.
Absolutely!
Why do you feel that you need a big, scary gun? Those models sound like they could be fully semiautomatic!!!
If you're waiting for the police you will be a grease spot before they arrive , be aware and conscious of your surroundings and take care of your own situations .
thank you for the information
Thanks for watching Celine and stay safe!