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 Mirandaann
 |  | Dangerous Alone?
< on 10/29/2006 11:15 PM >
|  | | | I'm all for the exploring, and have done it for years, just small houses, buildings, etc. I don't really have anyone interested in going with me on these adventures that would be considered "protection." While I can hold my own, its now quite wise if I go all alone, and I happen to come across a homeless man or other people. Any suggestions?
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DrranXCore
   
Location: Winnipeg
Gender: Male
Pigeons are fuckin' scary man
| |  | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 1 on 10/29/2006 11:47 PM >
| | | | Posted by Mirandaann
I'm all for the exploring, and have done it for years, just small houses, buildings, etc. I don't really have anyone interested in going with me on these adventures that would be considered "protection." While I can hold my own, its now quite wise if I go all alone, and I happen to come across a homeless man or other people. Any suggestions?
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i always believe that it's safer to got with more people but lots of people go alone and it's not that dangerous alone, i personally wouldn't because i like having other people's flashlights around me so i can see in more places that mine is pointing in, lol i'm paranoid, but if i had to i wouldn't mind going alone
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Bringer
Location: Kawartha Lakes, Ontario
Gender: Male
Ninjas rule... Pirates drool...
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 2 on 10/30/2006 5:05 AM >
| | | | When you explore alone, you're taking a very calculated risk. If something should happen, god forbid, you are alone, and there is no one there to help you. I usually try to have one person with me, although that hasn't stopped me from going alone. Really, it is a matter of how comfortable you feel with the site. If you know it like the back of your hand, then the risk is significantly lower than if you were walking into an abandoned chemical processing plant for the first time.
Personally, although I do not recommend going alone, I would have to say that the equipment you bring, and the safety practices that you have, really determine the risk. Common sense takes the cake here. Don't do anything stupid, don't hesitate to take safety precautions, make sure you have a first aid kit and cellular phone on you, and chances are, you'll be fine.
Just my $0.02
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PunkUE
Location: Attleboro
Gender: Male
| |  | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 3 on 10/30/2006 6:17 AM >
| | | | Im not a big fan of going alone, though I have before. My only advice if you go alone is bring a cellphone and let someone know where your going. Stupid little things like that could very well save your life.
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blackhawk
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Location: Mission Control
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| | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 4 on 10/30/2006 6:28 AM >
| | | | I explore alone all the time. If you feel really uneasy about a place or people, avoid it or them. Weapons are not a good idea especially if your trespassing. Most times when alone you will hear/see others before they see you. Take your time and use this to your advantage.
It's better to avoid getting hurt, then to have someone to carry you out. Almost always you will find a way to drag your bloody carcass out if need by. Carry a least a quart of water and a roll of 1.5 wide cloth tape for emergencies; gashes can be closed with a single piece. Put directly on the wound, no pad is needed. Carry a wet rag and some paper towels. Dress warm enough to lay chilly for the night if need be.
I tend to ignore people that are too interested in the wrong things, but watch them like a hawk out of the corner of my eye as I go about my business. It depends on the situation; I'll be friendly but not too, and if I got that feeling about them I will limit conversation to a terse reply or even none. This type of behavior throws an attacker off, and also serves as a warning to them. You don't allow them to take control. After that if they get too close something's gonna be aimed at a soft spot.
Just when I thought I was out... they pulled me back in.
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shellyl
 
Location: Lenoir NC
Gender: Female
I have learned not sweat the petty things and not to pet the sweaty things.
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 5 on 10/30/2006 6:36 AM >
| | | | I go alone alot. Not really to many dangerous places where I might need to protect myself from others. I have run into animals and very unstable locations but that is about it. Like the day I fell through the floor.
Many times I just call someone and let them know where I am and what time to expect me home. I have a habit of finding places in my travels and just pull over and have a look. Would not be the first time I have called home and said I found this place and I am gonna poke around a bit, if ya don't hear from me in few hours come lookin for me.
A mirage is not an optical illusion. It is a real phenomenon, and one can take photographs of it. The interpretation of the image, however, is up to the fantasy of the human mind.
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Corporal_Clegg
Location: Baltimore, MD
Gender: Male
| | | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 6 on 10/30/2006 8:09 PM >
| | | | I personally dont like going alone but I havent found any local kids that I would trust going with me.
One kid I talk to refers to what I do as "Breaking and Entering" ??
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Brind
Location: Kitchener, ON
Gender: Male
| | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 7 on 10/30/2006 9:49 PM >
| | | | I've only done one major exploration alone, and didn't really enjoy it. Not only was it a lot less fun, but the building was quite unstable, so I was much more hesitant to check out a lot of the building. The last thing I needed was to get hurt alone in the middle of the woods.
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Mirandaann
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 8 on 10/30/2006 11:55 PM >
| | | | I think most of us would rather go in small groups then. Someone else mentioned that their friends thought what they did was "breaking and entering." People tell me the same thing, they just don't get it. A big building is so interesting to me, but some people see it as boring...
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Reciprocity Failure
Location: Santa Barbara/Chicago
Gender: Male
See you on the dark side of the Moon
| | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 9 on 10/31/2006 1:05 AM >
| | | | Posted by Mirandaann
Someone else mentioned that their friends thought what they did was "breaking and entering."
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It's only breaking and entering if you break something. 
"It only takes one tree to make a thousand matches, it only takes one match to burn a thousand trees." |
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Mirandaann
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 10 on 10/31/2006 1:43 AM >
| | | | Nice way of thinking of it. See I never break anything, so its ok! I'm just entering : )
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Calico Jack
Location: Los Angeles
Gender: Male
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 11 on 10/31/2006 3:51 AM >
| | | | As someone who deals with the homeless on a regular basis, I wouldn't be too concerned with them. Likely as not, they are just as concerned that you are there to harass them. If they are asleep, let them sleep. If they are awake, look them in the eye and greet them. If you have a smoke, offer them one. Never met one who turned down a cigarette. Kills hunger and is one of the few luxuries they get a chance to enjoy. Then go about your business.
If you encounter a group of people, I'd turn around and head the other way. Expediently. People in groups do strange things, and deserted places make for great crime scenes.
It's better to have someone watching your back, but more people result in more chance of getting caught. Judgement call based on how much you think you can trust someone not to do something stupid.
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Curious_George
Location: Cambridge
Gender: Male
Straight outta New Bedlam
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 12 on 10/31/2006 6:33 AM >
| | | | Posted by Reciprocity Failure
It's only breaking and entering if you break something.
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Too bad the eyes of the law don't see it like that.
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DrranXCore
Location: Winnipeg
Gender: Male
Pigeons are fuckin' scary man
| | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 13 on 10/31/2006 5:25 PM >
| | | | Posted by Reciprocity Failure
It's only breaking and entering if you break something.
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actually that's not true, trust me
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TCdrainer
Location: ur moms house
Gender: Male
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 14 on 10/31/2006 10:17 PM >
| | | | As far as getting caught, seen, you're much safer on your own. However, if you were to break an ankle, get knocked out, ect... Then the presence of others can come in handy. Going alone has its ups and downs.
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kjohnnytarr
Location: Columbia, Missouri
Gender: Male
Team Asbestos: CoMO
| | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 15 on 11/1/2006 12:45 AM >
| | | | Screw the logistics; sometimes a buddy along is just more fun. Just make sure you can trust who you bring. If he tries to light stuff up or something, no dice.
It seemed like a good idea at the time... |
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rivers_mc
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 16 on 11/3/2006 3:14 AM >
| | | | My 2 cents is that it all depends on what location you are going to, how dangerous that particular location is, and the chances of getting caught, and of course personal views (do you actually want to take friends with you or are you just wondering if you should for safety?)
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nomeus
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Location: FLA
Gender: Male
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| |  | | | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 17 on 11/3/2006 3:51 AM >
| | | | ive gone alone plenty of times but i feel safer when im with someone else. i suggest at least one other person. plus its nice to be able to talk about your adventures with someone who was there and knows what youre talking about.
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Free Baller
Location: New Jerssey
Gender: Male
I have a friend in Jesus. Seriously, Jesus ate my friend. It was horrible.
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 18 on 11/3/2006 11:44 PM >
| | | | I dont think its dangerous really less your taking pictures. Otherwise you know their shouldnt be any noise but your own. Not to mention I can run a hell of a lot faster than most people I know. That being said I dont like by myself to some places nor do I like to go with more than 2 others.
Trying to win hearts and minds, but willing to splatter them if neccesary.
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Melt
Location: Canada
Gender: Female
| | Re: Dangerous Alone?
<Reply # 19 on 11/4/2006 12:04 AM >
| | | | I really think that one of the larger aspects, is how well do you know where you are.
Where I live I don't mind too much exploring alone, since there is not a big homeless pop, plus usually i am on foot and it only takes an hour for me to get home tops from anywhere in town.
When I go somewhere I do not know as well I prefer to have someone with me. I just like having a second person for judgement.
The other thing is, I have friends who are into photography and they get jealous when they do not come with. So someone is usually with me.
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