WOW! 27 pages of pure venom about the one about to happen down the road here.
http://www.pensacolafishingforum.com/f22/open-carry-fishing-event-navarre-pier-121644/
WOW! 27 pages of pure venom about the one about to happen down the road here.
http://www.pensacolafishingforum.com/f22/open-carry-fishing-event-navarre-pier-121644/
So many people are so afraid of something a little out of the ordinary that they will literally shout you down and call you names. (At least on the internet where everybody is a warrior).
I find it ironic that on the internet, you can portray yourself as anything you want, yet so many people choose "stupid".
I've "briefly" OCed in Fl several times-even up to a few minutes not doing one of the exceptional activities in 790.25. Not surprisingly, the reaction here has been the same as in states with general OC. Which makes sense. People are pretty similar everywhere, especially in the same country. Most people don't notice; or they don't care; or they think you're a cop. Or, heaven forfend, they appreciate it.
I find it ironic that on the internet, you can portray yourself as anything you want, yet so many people choose "stupid".
Yep, that's been my experiece too.
For just about everybody who sees it, it's a non-event and not worth being concerned about.
I have more grief with the kid in the car next to me texting his pizza order in at 70 mph!!
AD
I've "briefly" OCed in Fl several times-even up to a few minutes not doing one of the exceptional activities in 790.25. Not surprisingly, the reaction here has been the same as in states with general OC. Which makes sense. People are pretty similar everywhere, especially in the same country. Most people don't notice; or they don't care; or they think you're a cop. Or, heaven forfend, they appreciate it.
Anyway, the only two choices I really have is which Glock to wear while showing Rich how to reel in "The Big Ones" and what location to take the photo from!!
To meekly add to this thread, I'll post this update.....
On the results of the grand fishing contest at last Saturday's Fort Myers Open Carry Fishing Event, the grand total of fish caught was.....
zero.
Yes, although we all understand ballistics, powder weights, holster design, safety, and most of the arcane laws and regulations in Florida, it would appear that NONE of us has the talent to actually catch a fish at a pier specifically designed to make you catch fish!!
So, in spike of Rich bringing down a bloody bonita for all of us to use as bait (thanks, Rich) I'm thinking that it may have been some kind of a plot to drive away all the fish so that we can try this all over again next month!
I'll be bringing a different gun, a new rod and reel, and some live bait. This cannot end in a shutout!!
If Teddy catches the fish I'll just push his scooter over the edge and he can deal with the fish on their own turf!
AD (open carry advocate and really lame fisherman)
Were y'all downtown or at the beach?
We're now holding the 2nd Saturday Open Carry Fishing Event at the Fort Myers Fishing Pier at Fort Myers Beach.
A whole lot better exposure while being there and the local amenities are much better too.
AD
Outstanding, AD! I need to get down there...been too long.
We'd love to have you join us, Scott! Maybe you can teach Andy, Teddy, and I how to catch a damned fish.