Close Encounters Of The Human Kind 2024
CeeJay reply :
I generally fish alone, and always on the banks of river or lake or pond.
The solitude is great, of course. BUT, at some places at various times fishing alone can be kind of scary.
One morning way back, I hit up a local pond that is located near a major highway. Right before sunrise, when the sky was just beginning to lighten.
I was slowly working my Hula Popper, oblivious to the world around me, when all of a sudden two young men approached me. I did the usual small talk, they were asking about fishing, etc.
But they kept looking at the parking lot and at the road nervously, frequently looking over their shoulders...it was then that my heart sunk and I thought I was going to be robbed or worse.
Maybe they thought I was a good enough guy, maybe they saw someone nearby, but thankfully I was not harmed or robbed... but for a couple minutes there I was quite convinced they would threaten me and demand my wallet. In fact there is little doubt in my mind that that was what they were planning.
In the end they asked a silly question about what direction to go to get to the highway, which was right there and very obvious. Then they left.
Anyone else have some nervous moments while fishing? Approached by someone who appeared to be "up to no good"?
MIbassyaker reply :
Morning before sunrise? Just a couple of young guys out for a morning stroll, I suppose? No hurry to get anywhere? Sounds pretty suspicious, but maybe even they weren't sure about their own intentions. Or they'd already done something and wanted to gauge whether you were likely to have seen them do it.
Bluebasser86 reply :
And that is why I carry, especially if I'm by myself.
CeeJay reply :
On 5/31/2015 at 11:40 PM, MIbassyaker said:Morning before sunrise? Just a couple of young guys out for a morning stroll, I suppose? No hurry to get anywhere? Sounds pretty suspicious, but maybe even they weren't sure about their own intentions. Or they'd already done something and wanted to gauge whether you were likely to have seen them do it.
Oh it's entirely possible they were just out for an early morning stroll. But they didn't seem like the types that would do that unless they were trying to sweat out a "night of fun" haha 
I've encountered many folks in some pretty remote areas...but these two, well they were the only ones who gave me that inner feeling of trouble, if that makes sense.
When I would night fish at that very same place I would notice plenty of people pull in, sit in their cars after midnight and "smoke" I left them alone and they let me fish.
But that one experience...I was truly scared. What's funny is that after they left I had a great morning of bass fishing
Alonerankin2 reply :
Yup, I was packin a Glock 30 too.. That was a whitetail hunt on a small detached piece of state land.. Locals ( bona fide deliverance types ) tryed to block my exit ( I was at my truck & trying to leave ) and that's where I stop my story...
I'm not fighting anyone over a hunting area.. I have never been back, not from fear, but to avoid a potential " bad scenario"
CeeJay reply :
On 5/31/2015 at 11:49 PM, Bluebasser86 said:And that is why I carry, especially if I'm by myself.
I had thought about that before... Although where I live now in WV, it's kind of wild here at times, but not really known as dangerous for lone anglers.
Anyone had troubles before? Stories? Not really a fun topic haha, but it's been on my mind ever since that one morning.
A-Jay reply :
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:06 AM, A-Jay said:A-Jay
hehe, I'm packing a .357 short barrel right now!
I love the magnum.. Except for the hearing damage, the huge fireballs, the extra weight.. Yea, I love it..
A-Jay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:11 AM, Alonerankin2 said:hehe, I'm packing a .357 short barrel right now!
I love the magnum.. Except for the hearing damage, the huge fireballs, the extra weight.. Yea, I love it..
Sweet -
I've always considered the Fire Ball sort of a warning shot - although I'll admit it's fairly brief and does technically become visible after the projectile has exited the barrel - but it's better than nothing . . . .
A-Jay
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:06 AM, A-Jay said:
A-Jay
My home is well defended...but when out and about fishing on the bank sometimes I feel a bit less secure.
I don't know, I'm probably over-thinking this and worrying too much...but I love fishing alone at night and lets face it there are some evil people in this world.
I fear humans much more than any snake or rock that I might slip on.
K_Mac reply :
I have had a couple of times at night at the ramp, and a couple of other times while fishing with my wife in isolated spots that I have felt/been threatened. I now carry in these situations. This may not work for everyone, but I am not going to be in a situation where I cannot protect myself or my family.
A-Jay reply :
Two against one - is not a good situation ever. It may not ever happen again - until it does.
Sounds like you were very fortunate on this occasion. That unsafe, uneasy, insecure feeling you had was truly justified.
I do not like that feeling and have taken steps to made the odds at the very least even or best case scenario - in my favor.
I'm worth it.
A-Jay
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:19 AM, CeeJay said:
My home is well defended...but when out and about fishing on the bank sometimes I feel a bit less secure.
I don't know, I'm probably over-thinking this and worrying too much...but I love fishing alone at night and lets face it there are some evil people in this world.
I fear humans much more than any snake or rock that I might slip on.
Get yourself a CCL.. Arm yourself, it's pretty good piece of mind in the wild & the the city. Wait, the city is wild, yes!
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:23 AM, A-Jay said:Two against one - is not a good situation ever. It may not ever happen again - until it does.
Sounds like you were very fortunate on this occasion. That unsafe, uneasy, insecure feeling you had was truly justified.
I do not like that feeling and have taken steps to made the odds at the very least even or best case scenario - in my favor.
I'm worth it.
A-Jay
Yes Sir, exactly right.. A man has full right to defend his life.. People need not be ashamed to carry & use force if needed.
CeeJay reply :
Guns are fun no doubt....I really enjoy target shooting, with everything from .177 pellet rifles up to .45acp My brother suggested that rather than get a carry license, I should just strap on our WWI era machete haha (vicious looking thing! we inherited our grandfathers war collectables when he passed away).
BUT.... before this thread gets moved to another forum ( ) I'd like to hear some other fishing-related stories similar to mine so I know I'm not being paranoid haha.
Alonerankin2 reply :
Um, honestly, I don't see it as paranoid.. Dangerous situations can present itself at most anytime, anyplace, being aware & prepared to protect yourself is not paranoid. I venture to say your fairly young in age, yes? I think your being a little hard on yourself & maybe a bit naive, no disrespect meant..
CeeJay reply :
Thanks A-Jay and Alonerankin.
I'll be sure to be prepared if it ever happens again. It's actually interesting that it doesn't happen more often. Usually I'm perfectly at ease when angling alone...but yeah that inner instinct was intense...I was very sure I was going to be robbed, and there was nothing I could have done about it.
Anyone ever recall anglers being harmed or robbed in the news? I do recall hearing about a guy not far from DC who went night fishing and never came home. Turned out he was killed in his tent that night.
Scary stuff.
I.rar reply :
Haven't been approached like that before but I always look over my shoulder to see if anyone is around and try to be certain of my surroundings at all times - Fishing or not. Especially when I'm with my daughter.
i did have someone's mean pit bull/mastiff monster dog start running up to us because it's owner didn't have a leash in it. I wasn't sure of his intentions but he didn't look like he wanted to play and probably weighed as much as I do. Luckily for the dog and his owner he obeyed and came back to him when he was called.
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:43 AM, Alonerankin2 said:Um, honestly, I don't see it as paranoid.. Dangerous situations can present itself at most anytime, anyplace, being aware & prepared to protect yourself is not paranoid. I venture to say your fairly young in age, yes? I think your being a little hard on yourself & maybe a bit naive, no disrespect meant..
No disrespect taken at all, I appreciate your input
Is 39 young?
That encounter happened when I was 21. I was naive at the time I suppose...the last thing on my mind was personal safety, I was simply bass fishing that morning and that was all I was thinking about.
I'm a wee bit older and wiser now, have adjusted to the country life well, and really I don't think about these types of things obsessively or anything...but still I'm weary to night fish on the river alone.
The simple solution is of course to bring someone along with me.
scaleface reply :
Three guys beat me up and robbed me . I wasnt fishing but camping alone . Back in the 70's when I was a teenager .
A-Jay reply :
What you're doing before you're assaulted make little difference - the result is the same.
BTW - West Virginia is a traditional open carry state but there are some grandfathered local open carry bans not preempted by state law, such as the City of Charleston. There is complete state preemption of all firearms laws, but any local laws passed before preemption remain in effect.
A-Jay
I.rar reply :
Apparently you can open carry while fishing or hunting in Florida. I've never seen anyone do it and I doubt many police would like getting called in for someone doing so. I honestly don't think I ever would and feel more comfortable concealed. The element of surprise can work in your favor and you wouldn't become an immediate target should some would be thugs see you carrying.
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:52 AM, A-Jay said:What you're doing before you're assaulted make little difference - the result is the same.
BTW - West Virginia is a traditional open carry state but there are some grandfathered local open carry bans not preempted by state law, such as the City of Charleston. There is complete state preemption of all firearms laws, but any local laws passed before preemption remain in effect.
A-Jay
Hey A-Jay can you PM me about what open carry entails, or maybe point me to a link? Gun laws in WV are so long-winded and give me a headache so I'm not clear about some of them.
A-Jay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:00 AM, I.rar said:Apparently you can open carry while fishing or hunting in Florida. I've never seen anyone do it and I doubt many police would like getting called in for someone doing so. I honestly don't think I ever would and feel more comfortable concealed. The element of surprise can work in your favor and you wouldn't become an immediate target should some would be thugs see you carrying.
This isn't the right place but - I look at it as more of a deterrent - who is more apt to be approached;
a person - or a person who obviously is ready to protect himself ?
A-Jay
A-Jay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:06 AM, CeeJay said:Hey A-Jay can you PM me about what open carry entails, or maybe point me to a link? Gun laws in WV are so long-winded and give me a headache so I'm not clear about some of them.
Yup - stand by ~
A-Jay
Alonerankin2 reply :
@ 21 I would agree that it would have left a mark.
I could refer a few story's but I won't.. I get the feeling you may be opposed to carrying a firearm, I can respect that. I would rather be armed with a gun, rather than a machete.. A man has to know his limitations & be comfortable in his own skin.
I quit night fishing a few years ago..
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:51 AM, scaleface said:Three guys beat me up and robbed me . I wasnt fishing but camping alone . Back in the 70's when I was a teenager .
Wow, I'm so sorry that happened to you. But you made it through and are still here to fish, thankfully.
I.rar reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:07 AM, A-Jay said:This isn't the right place but - I look at it as more of a deterrent - who is more apt to be approached;
a person - or a person who obviously is ready to protect himself ?
A-Jay
Absolutely. But that also depends on the person approaching and if they feel they have any advantage.
Either way, always be aware of your surroundings no matter where you are.
scaleface reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:10 AM, CeeJay said:Wow, I'm so sorry that happened to you. But you made it through and are still here to fish, thankfully.
I still camp and fish alone . I like it .
A-Jay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:06 AM, CeeJay said:Hey A-Jay can you PM me about what open carry entails, or maybe point me to a link? Gun laws in WV are so long-winded and give me a headache so I'm not clear about some of them.
PM sent - There is a lot to know regarding this controversial subject - but the bottom line is -
It Is Not That Complicated - You Can Carry a gun if you choose to and follow the rules.
Some may not like it but that's their problem not MINE.
A-Jay
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:10 AM, Alonerankin2 said:@ 21 I would agree that it would have left a mark.
I could refer a few story's but I won't.. I get the feeling you may be opposed to carrying a firearm, I can respect that. I would rather be armed with a gun, rather than a machete.. A man has to know his limitations & be comfortable in his own skin.
I quit night fishing a few years ago..
Actually I'm not at all opposed to carrying a gun...my brother just mentioned the machete since he's more into sword and spear collecting and thinks it would intimidate any would-be bandit
(We have an actual Zulu spear from the 1800's mounted on the wall)
With guns though I'm just not clear on the laws out here.
Alonerankin2 reply :
A Zulu spear, that's interesting right there.. As well as the ww2 jungle cutter.. Cool!
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:30 AM, Alonerankin2 said:A Zulu spear, that's interesting right there.. As well as the ww2 jungle cutter.. Cool!
Yeah they're cool stuff
My grandfather (on my dad's side of the family) was a fighter pilot, but his father and grandfather were field medics serving in Africa, and parts of Europe. They collected quite a lot of military and tribal weaponry.
MIbassyaker reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:36 AM, CeeJay said:Yeah they're cool stuff
My grandfather (on my dad's side of the family) was a fighter pilot, but his father and grandfather were field medics serving in Africa, and parts of Europe. They collected quite a lot of military and tribal weaponry.
See, what you need is a rod that secretly converts to a Zulu spear. Like a cane sword.
CeeJay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 1:47 AM, MIbassyaker said:See, what you need is a rod that secretly converts to a Zulu spear. Like a cane sword.
haha yes! 
MassBass reply :
I carry a machete when I go down to the river. Not specifically for self-defense but for getting thru the brush. There is a little farm pond that I like to fish, but it is a bullpen. I feel safer with an ax when I go there. A machete is kind of light to defend from a bull.
FishWitWiz reply :
Anyone thinking of carrying a gun owes it to themselves and their family to go get some practical training. I'm not talking about the "this end is where the bullet comes out class" I'm talking avoiding conflict and defending yourself if needed. Carrying a guitar does not make you a musician, carrying a gun does not make you safe.
I've got a few hundred hours of courses under my belt, I am a good shooter, but shooting (and carrying) is such a small part of it all. Check out some SouthNarc videos on YouTube to get an idea of what I'm talking about.
FWIW, I do some night fishing and I live near Memphis. Whether it is day or night, fishing, shopping, hiking, whatever... there is always a chance someone wants everything you've got and then some.
MIbassyaker reply :
Not to dispute anything anybody has said, but its worth pointing out that your chances of being harmed in some way by a random stranger while fishing are rather less than your chances of having a car accident on the way to or from the lake. I'm just sayin'.
Senko lover reply :
My favorite pond is very private, being a cemetery pond that most don't have access to. I got permission to fish it, and am one of the only ones who do so. However, up the path out of the woods and down the street a little, there is a giant pool in the neighbourhood adjoining. It's killer in these hot NC days (only getting hotter) to hear the delighted shouts and splashes from the water.
Maybe a little different encounter of human kind .
K_Mac reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 6:10 AM, MIbassyaker said:Not to dispute anything anybody has said, but its worth pointing out that your chances of being harmed in some way by a random stranger while fishing are rather less than your chances of having a car accident on the way to or from the lake. I'm just sayin'.
You're right that we live in an unpredictable and often dangerous world. The chances of being injured going and coming from the lake are higher than the chances of needing a life preserver while fishing, yet I came close to drowning twice before I resolved to wear one every time out. Those numbers meant nothing to my friend Greg who drowned a few years ago while fishing alone without a pfd. I wear my seat belt and keep my vehicles in good shape also. My point is taking proper precautions to protect against these things lowers the risk and is the right thing to do.
mrmacwvu1 reply :
Never had anything bad happen fishing. Did have some guys try to break into my car while I was camping. Few shots in the air took care of that. I live in WV and carry if you want to know the laws PM me and I will tell you the best way about going about things. Take care and tight lines.
RMcDuffee726 reply :
2 months away from owning my Glock, but as of right now my 18 inch machete will do the trick. I really hope to God I never have to use it, but if the situation ever does present itself I know I'll be prepared. The world is a crazy place, and it's crazy to think that dangerous scenarios happen even with a peaceful hobby like fishing.
C0lt reply :
Thankfully I do not live in an area where a ton of violent crime takes place. That being said, being in a secluded area alone can always be hazardous. I see a ton of guys walk a mile into the woods to fish reservoirs from shore, and they stand with their backs to the trails, with their earbuds in and blasting music. Don't get me wrong, im not paranoid, and being 6'2 and 200 pounds, im completely capable of handling myself, but I would NEVER put myself in a situation where someone could get the jump on me from behind while I stood completely oblivious. just my opinion on the subject.
I have never had a problem with anyone on the water, however I have been approached by people who were not fishing, and looked awfully uncomfortable. Makes me a little weary but I like to be optimistic towards people. sometimes theyre lost, sometimes theyre mentally handicapped and just looking to strike up a conversation, but in my experience they are usually guys who are out on the water to smoke and want to feel you out to see if youre a cool guy. Not into that activity myself, but theyre usually nice enough guys.
C0lt reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 5:42 AM, FishWitWiz said:Anyone thinking of carrying a gun owes it to themselves and their family to go get some practical training. I'm not talking about the "this end is where the bullet comes out class" I'm talking avoiding conflict and defending yourself if needed. Carrying a guitar does not make you a musician, carrying a gun does not make you safe.
agree absolutely. having family members with security backgrounds who actually are involved with such classes, the mere idea of someone who has no firearm experience saying "im going to carry for protection" can be frustrating sometimes. A lot of people do not realize that if you do not know when and how to utilize a firearm for protection, you can actually be escalating the situation unnecessarily and putting yourself in more danger (physically and legally). I strongly suggest that anyone who wants to, or does carry for self protection take some sort of advanced handgun/concealed carry course, if you have not done so already. Heck, do it again, theyre pretty fun anyways.
Senko lover reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:06 AM, A-Jay said:
A-Jay
I wonder how many collected likes you have on that picture. Probably more than most of us have total 
FloridaBasser1 reply :
Back away strange person before i light your 
up like the 4th of 
! I'm trying to catch a personal best over here, and your the wrong species!
Lol
EvanT123 reply :
EvanT123 reply :
On a lighter note. I was fishing once and hear a commotion behind me. Look over my shoulder and there is a guy on a bike with someone chasing behind him. The guy tackled the bike rider right next to me and I see the badge swinging around his neck. The guy on the bike pleading he just needs a job. The uniformed officers quickly rolled up and took him away. Too funny.
A-Jay reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 8:57 AM, Senko lover said:I wonder how many collected likes you have on that picture. Probably more than most of us have total
The "likes" are not as important as the Sentiment.
A-Jay
Catch 22 reply :
Iv`e never felt imminent danger around other people ,but when approached by strangers a few times I got my knife out to "clean my finger nails" Don`t be shy about letting others know you can defend yourself.
When people walk up behind me without notification,I hate that. I will always greet people ,shuffle my feet or cough to make them aware of me.
Is 39 young ===uummm ==yep
Some road warriors are lucky I don`t ccw
C22
masterbass reply :
I was fishing near a dam on the Ohio river which runs parallel to rail road tracks and is pretty secluded because you need to drive a couple miles next to the tracks to get there. As I was leaving 3 guys were walking down the tracks and they looked homeless. As they approached one asked me where the next town was. I felt a little uneasy but one of the guys shook his head to the other and they moved on. I'm an athletic looking guy and I've been told I look intimidating so I can't help wondering if they looked at me and just decided they'd rather find an easier target. I still wonder what would've happened if I just looked some average joe because there was absolutely no one else around.
Canyon explorer reply :
Fire balls have been known to cause instant diarr (sp).
Bassguytom reply :
Wow. I've been lucky so far I guess. I also swing in from the trees and open carry a bow and arrow while screaming nonsensical sayings. I let everyone know I'm nucking futz! But seriously I'm glad they didn't rob or hurt you. Seen too much to carry a wepon anymore. I'm done with all that.
WPCfishing reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:44 AM, CeeJay said:Thanks A-Jay and Alonerankin.
I'll be sure to be prepared if it ever happens again. It's actually interesting that it doesn't happen more often. Usually I'm perfectly at ease when angling alone...but yeah that inner instinct was intense...I was very sure I was going to be robbed, and there was nothing I could have done about it.
Anyone ever recall anglers being harmed or robbed in the news? I do recall hearing about a guy not far from DC who went night fishing and never came home. Turned out he was killed in his tent that night.
Scary stuff.
You had quite a whip in your hands. If they started to come at you let them have a good lashing. Go for the face and now Get a CCP.
RoLo reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 12:19 AM, CeeJay said:I fear humans much more than any snake or rock that I might slip on.
I agree with your priorities regarding fear, despite its lack of support in the recent snake thread 
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I own several rifles, shotguns & sidearms for hunting and benchrest shooting but never pack a firearm
for personal protection. Sliding a handgun under your belt comes with enormous responsibility that is fraught with
grave liabilities. If someone is bent on taking you out, the odds are low that you'll get an opportunity to use your gun.
Aileen Wuornos used a little 22 caliber handgun to kill 7 men in 7 separate instances during a 12-month period.
I don’t know how many of her Johns were packing, but all were defenseless against Aileen.
Even in an otherwise benign situation, exposing a firearm can trigger a deadly reaction in your adversary,
who now believes it’s his life in jeopardy. In a panic-driven situation, there’s always an outside chance of shooting
an unarmed assailant or innocent bystander. Right or wrong, it will turn your life upside down, empty your pockets
and have you spending many days in a courtroom, or worse, many years in prison.
In Newark, NJ, I was involved in an armed robbery. While inserting the key in my car door, I was confronted
by 4 men and a revolver with a silencer pointed at my face. Obviously, if I dared to go for a gun,
I wouldn’t be typing this today. Attitude is underrated, and can be more effective than the gun
you never get a chance to use. When adrenalin mixes with testosterone, it straightens the spine, lifts the chin
and has you staring directly into the eyes of your alleged adversary. I firmly believe that appearing like the mugger
rather than the muggee has spared me from serious harm on more than one occasion (offered solely as food for thought).
Roger
Ratherbfishing reply :
On 6/1/2015 at 6:19 AM, Senko lover said:My favorite pond is very private, being a cemetery pond that most don't have access to. I got permission to fish it, and am one of the only ones who do so. However, up the path out of the woods and down the street a little, there is a giant pool in the neighbourhood adjoining. It's killer in these hot NC days (only getting hotter) to hear the delighted shouts and splashes from the water.
Maybe a little different encounter of human kind
You're going to have to be prepared for the zombie apocalypse!
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 6/3/2015 at 2:24 AM, Ratherbfishing said:You're going to have to be prepared for the zombie apocalypse!
Better get some Hornady's..
Robert Riley reply :
When I was in high school, I snuck on to a golf course to night fish. Ran into a guy diving for golf balls. Scared the daylights out of me, we both thought we were in trouble haha
Frog Turds reply :
i would of reeled that hula popper to the tip of my stick and any real threat, well atleast one of'em would get the trebs of that popper stuck in their face with a complimentary hook set...
lmbfisherman reply :
When I go fishing I don't usually bring all my CCs, Bank Cards or leave my wallet in my car. No reason to have it on the water really, I'll carry my license and ID.
geo g reply :
Take the class and carry something to even the odds! 
LVLDVL reply :
I'm curious if anyone has any ghost encounters while fishing or just something you experienced that you can't explain in rational terms and it has made you not want to go back to a fishing spot. I would love to hear some.
CeeJay reply :
On 6/5/2015 at 12:29 PM, LVLDVL said:I'm curious if anyone has any ghost encounters while fishing or just something you experienced that you can't explain in rational terms and it has made you not want to go back to a fishing spot. I would love to hear some.
I fish in Harpers Ferry, so yes! Most of it is probably mist and fog, but the locals swear this area is haunted.
Seriously, even the realtors here mention ghosts.
Civil War battlefields on both sides of the Shenandoah river.
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 6/5/2015 at 12:43 PM, CeeJay said:I fish in Harpers Ferry, so yes!
Seriously, even the realtors here mention ghosts.
Civil War battlefields on both sides of the Shenandoah river.
Sounds interesting & a bit spooky.. I lived a mile away from this Indian massacre location. Happened in 1812.. Creepy I will say that, lol
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pigeon_Roost_State_Historic_Site
CeeJay reply :
On 6/5/2015 at 12:50 PM, Alonerankin2 said:Sounds interesting & a bit spooky.. I lived a mile away from this Indian massacre location. Happened in 1812.. Creepy I will say that, lol
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pigeon_Roost_State_Historic_Site
Yeah that's creepy
In a way it's cool though...being around history like that.
I actually tend to under-appreciate it around here. I'm so used to passing by the historic markers and battlefields just running errands in town. But in quiet moments I do think about it...ghosts, hauntings, and such. And the river can look almost mystical when there's fog and rain.
haha sorry I'm bored because it's been raining for days now and I can't go fishing
joeblowwwww reply :
I know a guy who was killed fishing on a bank in Florida somewhere... went there to work after a hurricane wiped everything about 20 yrs ago. they found him on a bank with his fishing stuff and a bullet in his back... turned out some crackheads saw him.. shot him and bragged about the $40 they got off him. BE CAREFUL !!!!!
brgbassmaster reply :
Yup been there. Im from northern Michigan originally and never had any problems with ppl out in the country. But now im stationed in Arizona and this place sucks. The area I fish is the Gila river south of phoenix. It goes from Phoenix way out into the desert. The bass fishing is phenomenal. Tons of fish in the 3/6lb range and quite a few in the 7-10lb range every yr are caught. BUT this place is dangerous. Tons of shootings all the time. People are always out just shooting off roudns and always towards the water fro some reason. So when your out on your boat expect a few rounds to somehow come close to you every time out. A lot of my friends have had to discharge there side arms because of these idiots. But my story starts here. I found an area on google maps that looked promising. I head over there and get out of my truck and its a hiking area. But I figured there were probalbly people shooting out there and as im walking out I hear a gun shot. So I stop and wait. About 3 minutes later a guy walks right next to the bush im crouching by. Hes carrying a huge duffle bag and doesn't even notice me. So I stand up and shuffle my feet and nothing. Then I see a guy about 30 yds away. I step out yell over to him and wave in a friendly manner. We make eye contact then he steps behind a bush. So I stand there he steps out again we make eye contact I say hey and wave again cuz he was carrying a rifle. All the sudden he brings it up aims towards me and I jump behind a bush and he lets off a round. I turn around and high tail it out of there in the opposite direction. I get up the bridge look down and see them next to my truck just chillin at their car. I walk down throw my stuff in the back of the truck jump in and get out of there. Very scary moment seeing a guy aim a rifle at you.
LVLDVL reply :
On 6/5/2015 at 5:15 PM, brgbassmaster said:Then I see a guy about 30 yds away. I step out yell over to him and wave in a friendly manner. We make eye contact then he steps behind a bush. So I stand there he steps out again we make eye contact I say hey and wave again cuz he was carrying a rifle. All the sudden he brings it up aims towards me and I jump behind a bush and he lets off a round.
What?! Why? Wow. I wish I knew what was going through that bozo's head. Did he laugh after he let off a round? At least then, I can conclude that he was a moron who just wanted to scare you. I'm frustrated that I can't understand why someone would do this. If you're going to raise your firearm at me, please at least rob me, tell me I was sleeping with your wife, call me a derogatory racial name, or hell just tell me to take off my panties and squeal like a pig, so I know why you were doing this to me.
Bluegiller reply :
That's some scary stuff right there. Glad you made it out alive and in 1 piece.
the reel ess reply :
I've had people in an urban setting walk up and ask for a ride, a beer, money...The answer is I'm not going that way, I don't have any/enough money or beer to be giving it away. I quit fishing a public, secluded place alone for that reason.
One guy walked up, chatted then asked for a beer. I lied and said we didn't have any and he pulled one out of his own pocket. Then had the nerve to ask for a ride. When I said we weren't going his way, he said I haven't told you where I'm going yet. My buddy said "You're going away from us right now." We separated so if he did anything, we could take him on. I'm not a violent guy, so it was unnerving. I didn't want to turn my back and fish anymore. Now I'm an armed, non-violent guy.
the reel ess reply :
My best friend was fishing a public place alone on a weekday morning when a guy, much bigger than him, walked up without a rod or anything related to fishing and struck up a conversation. My friend said the conversation was weird and unsettling. He thought he was going to get robbed and just told the guy he had no money on him. The guy kind of laughed it off and walked away.
I'm always wary of people who are going nowhere in particular on a day when everyone else is working. Of course, I may be there at that time too and someone could think that about me. But I'm fishing. And it pays to be cynical and suspicious.
geo g reply :
There are certainly a lot of nuts in this world. Be prepared and be vigilant. Even the odds whenever possible.
CeeJay reply :
Some very scary stories. Thanks for contributing and please stay safe out there my friends.
brgbassmaster reply :
On 6/5/2015 at 9:04 PM, LVLDVL said:What?! Why? Wow. I wish I knew what was going through that bozo's head. Did he laugh after he let off a round? At least then, I can conclude that he was a moron who just wanted to scare you. I'm frustrated that I can't understand why someone would do this. If you're going to raise your firearm at me, please at least rob me, tell me I was sleeping with your wife, call me a derogatory racial name, or hell just tell me to take off my panties and squeal like a pig, so I know why you were doing this to me.
Dude idk. I just got out of there i hid behind the bush for about 30 seconds then zig zagged my way in the opposite direction. My buddy was in his yak same river different section. All the sudden a round hits the water within 10 ft of him but he can't see anyone so he yells. Then another shot same area. Now he pulls out his handgun and racks it. Shot goes off again. He aims in the general direction and just starts firing. Sees a guy running away from him. So common out there. I had a guy shooting straight down a trail i was walking down. Luckily it was in the opposite direction. What if it was towards me he woulda nailed me. I walked up and he stopped shooting until i walked by. They all look like border jumpers anyways. I try to talk and they just speak spanish and continue shooting. The cop i know says theres a lot of cartel action at night down there and a lot of other things. And he has been on the force for 21 yrs. Nobody of light skin color goes there at night lol.
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