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Gun Control & RKBA
In reply to the discussion: This message was self-deleted by its author [View all]Straw Man
(6,831 posts)18. From your description ...
... I'm thinking that you might be in upstate New York. If so, I advise against open carry, as it is illegal except when hunting.
The Safepacker is a convenient way to carry concealed while hiking.
http://www.thewilderness.com/safepacker-concealment-holster/
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I have hiked/packed in Colorado/WY all my life with nothing more than bear-sized pepper spray,
hlthe2b
Mar 2016
#19
Carry a rifle, and if hunting is permitted in the area, nobody will even notice.
leveymg
Mar 2016
#27
As I said, if you're in or near an area where hunting is permitted, carry a rifle
leveymg
Mar 2016
#31
I think that a well disiplined solid citizen Open Carring in a reasonalbe situation is a good ...
mackdaddy
Mar 2016
#35
Anyone who has hiked outside of Central Park has encountered guns in the woods.
NutmegYankee
Mar 2016
#40