Quote:
Originally Posted by Astro_Bot
I saw your post, thought it best not to reply, but then couldn't not reply.
I don't see how we (as IIS members) can ignore what look like harmless requests for info on dark sky sites. I've certainly had the urge to find a few of my own "away from the madding crowd". I take such requests at face value, but maybe that's just me.
But I think, as far as personal safety goes, if you're at a well known site, not being there alone is a good idea. It's illegal to carry a weapon, concealed or otherwise, and IIRC even mace or pepper spray is prohibited in Australia (except maybe WA?). Your best defence is good planning and common sense, IMHO.
Personal note: I've walked alone in places normally deemed "extremely dangerous" and found the locals to be pretty decent, actually. Much of the fear of such things seems to bear no resemblence to reality.
|
I agree RG (Astro Bot).
Part of the problem though is that we seem to be "drip fed", by the media, that the world is full of weirdos and evildoers lurking "everywhere". Like you, I have found the reality to be quite different.
