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 +> "A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky, dangerous animals and you know it."  -- Agent K, Men in Black
  
  
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 > "//Feeling// safe isn't the same thing as //being// safe.  Feeling scared doesn't necessarily mean you are in danger.  It means **pay attention**." - secessus > "//Feeling// safe isn't the same thing as //being// safe.  Feeling scared doesn't necessarily mean you are in danger.  It means **pay attention**." - secessus
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 +> Emotions are information, not instructions.  Gauges, not guides. -- anon
  
 There are at least three broad categories of threats to consider: There are at least three broad categories of threats to consider:
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   * A **charged cellphone with coverage in the area** may be the most important piece of safety equipment.     * A **charged cellphone with coverage in the area** may be the most important piece of safety equipment.  
   * maintain situational awareness   * maintain situational awareness
-  * areas of lower population density are safer from than cities.  Lowest crime rate would be boondocking out on your own somewhere.+  * areas of lower population density are safer from violent crime than cities.  Lowest violent crime rate would be boondocking out on your own somewhere.  Caveat:  //property// crime rates increase in rural/underpopulated areas.  It is unclear if this pattern extends to remote camping areas. 
   * park in such a way that you can pull out without backing   * park in such a way that you can pull out without backing
   * be aware of multiple exit routes   * be aware of multiple exit routes
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   * get a carry license if you are so inclined, and have the discipline to know and follow relevant laws.  If you have never owned or shot a gun before this probably isn't the time to get one.((unless you commit to formal training))   * get a carry license if you are so inclined, and have the discipline to know and follow relevant laws.  If you have never owned or shot a gun before this probably isn't the time to get one.((unless you commit to formal training))
   * get a dog.  Even a small one works as an alarm   * get a dog.  Even a small one works as an alarm
 +  * leave the drivers' seat clear of stuff so that you can get in it without delay((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Fear-of-not-finding-a-place-to-camp?pid=304931#pid304931))
 +  * put your keys where you can find them easily and always in the same place.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Fear-of-not-finding-a-place-to-camp?pid=304931#pid304931))
  
  
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   * avoid camping in or beyond [[https://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&q=%22desert%20wash%22&tbs=imgo:1|desert washes]].  The water can rise suddenly in your camp, or block egress from the camp.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Living-in-Arizona-questions?pid=305777#pid305777))   * avoid camping in or beyond [[https://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&q=%22desert%20wash%22&tbs=imgo:1|desert washes]].  The water can rise suddenly in your camp, or block egress from the camp.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Living-in-Arizona-questions?pid=305777#pid305777))
 +  * Similarly, avoid camping in low areas where runoff might collect from higher ground.  
   * carry extra food and water in case water or mud makes it impossible to get back to town.  It will dry out in a day or two.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Living-in-Arizona-questions?pid=305757#pid305757))   * carry extra food and water in case water or mud makes it impossible to get back to town.  It will dry out in a day or two.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Living-in-Arizona-questions?pid=305757#pid305757))
   * be ready to break camp **at a moment's notice** if needed.  This means deploying nothing that requires work before leaving:  awning, lawn chairs, bbq, tilted or portable panels.((or at least being willing to abandon items that do not prevent your departure))   * be ready to break camp **at a moment's notice** if needed.  This means deploying nothing that requires work before leaving:  awning, lawn chairs, bbq, tilted or portable panels.((or at least being willing to abandon items that do not prevent your departure))
   * scout out another way out of the campsite in case the primary exit is blocked((https://youtu.be/MEZvLu69mMg?t=10m18s))   * scout out another way out of the campsite in case the primary exit is blocked((https://youtu.be/MEZvLu69mMg?t=10m18s))
   * Be aware of where you put your hands and feet:  know what poisonous insects and snakes live in the area   * Be aware of where you put your hands and feet:  know what poisonous insects and snakes live in the area
-  * store, cook, and eat foot in a bear-safe manner +  * store, cook, and eat food in a safe manner in bear country 
-  * leave the drivers' seat clear of stuff so that you can get in it without delay((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Fear-of-not-finding-a-place-to-camp?pid=304931#pid304931)) +
-  * put your keys where you can find them easily and always in the same place.((http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Fear-of-not-finding-a-place-to-camp?pid=304931#pid304931))+
  
 In populated areas: In populated areas:
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   * be aware of driveways and other access needed by other drivers   * be aware of driveways and other access needed by other drivers
   * side-to-side((aka east-west)) sleepers may want to sleep with their head on the curb side to limit injury from vehicles hitting your parked vehicle   * side-to-side((aka east-west)) sleepers may want to sleep with their head on the curb side to limit injury from vehicles hitting your parked vehicle
 +  * park under street lights
 +  * avoid neighborhoods where there are bars on the windows
  
  
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 ===== dangerous weather ===== ===== dangerous weather =====
  
 +You don't have to be a meterologist or stormchaser, but a basic awareness of upcoming weather and flood/fire conditions is important.  
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 +Techniques:
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 +  * looking at multi-day forecast in your area
 +  * if you stay in one area, you may want to leverage the community's text/email/phone alert system, or configure a weather radio to receive alerts
 +  * watch for smoke plumes that could indicate wildfire
  
  
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