Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/02/21
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Doug: In most cases your very right. But (you knew it was coming) there have been cases of unprovoked bear and dog attacks that have cost people their lives. In a lot of these cases a fire arm used properly would have turned the events for the good. Why is it that guides in alaska take a 12 gauge pump with 5 rounds (3 are triple OOO buck and the last two magnum slugs or sabots) Bears don't need a reason to have a bad day. The main predator that I'm concerned with in the woods is the two legged, man/woman type animals. They are the one's who you will have more problems with, we've run into their type before and they understand one thing- that you are bigger and meaner than they are. If you want to do wildlife photography of dangerous game then do your homework, talk to experts and don't do stupid things. We, as a nation, have a strong tendency to try and humanize animals, cute furry little bears, yes and they'll rip you to shreds too. Oh, BTW don't be fooled that black bear are cowards, they're not. The best way to be safe is to let your presents be known, they will go the other way if given the chance. Walk tall and carry a big, big stick, just know when to and when not to use it. I do! Cheers Wilber GFE tel. 803-469-2440 http://www.jeffcoatphotography.com Doug Herr wrote: > >>> > I don't know about anybody else but if I have to carry a gun with me to go > taking pictures I would not consider that as a fun project. In case > something bad happens(heaven forbid), it could either be you or the snake > that has to lose the live. > <<< > > If I ever felt the need to carry a gun on my photo outings it would mean to > me that I haven't studied the animals in the area enough. For the last 30 > years it has been enough to know the animals' behavior, to be able to read > their language, and to not put myself in a dangerous situation. Wild > animals are not wanton killers. No picture is so important that I have to > risk my life or risk the animal's life by doing something the animal > perceives as a threat. > > Doug Herr > Sacramento > http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/telyt - --