What gives you the most security when your traveling alone??
shekon said
07:00 AM Aug 6, 2014
My intuition. If it doesn't feel right I move on. I also have the attitude that if one views the world as a scary place then it so becomes. Once again trust, and not being silly about things. In eight months I have not had any probs, either free camping or in caravan parks. Have pulled into a couple of spots, sat for a few minutes, found it didn't feel right so moved on, and usually found something better. Trust yourself.
yeoeleven said
07:31 AM Aug 6, 2014
Mezzie wrote:
What gives you the most security when your traveling alone??
The fact that i never ever think about security and in the last three years free camping have had nothing to fear.
I suppose being male might have something to do with it.
As Sharon said trust your instinct.
John
rockylizard said
08:37 AM Aug 6, 2014
yeoeleven wrote:
Mezzie wrote:
What gives you the most security when your traveling alone??
The fact that I never ever think about security and in the last three years free camping have had nothing to fear.~~~SNIP~~
As Sharon said trust your instinct.
John
Gday...
Ditto to John (Yeoeleven). I have been a solo full-time traveller for five years now - camping for the majority of that time (but not at roadside rest stops). I have also been camping in tents, campers and caravans for the past 50 years. Never felt a lack of security or threatened in all that time IN THE BUSH.
[edit: I travel alone and have been a solo camper for the majority of those 50 years]
Perhaps I could explain by putting your question another way - "What gives you the most security when you are at home?"
I feel safer camping, away from cities and crowds than I do in any city. Read the news and seek out the statistics ... there is more bashing/violence/theft/threat in people's home towns.
But safety/security when driving - that is perhaps another thing. I often feel vulnerable on that black stuff, especially the main highways.
So concentration/awareness/intuition/judgement help to keep me out of trouble in that regard (so far )
Cheers - and happy, safe and worry-free travel - John
-- Edited by rockylizard on Wednesday 6th of August 2014 08:39:43 AM
shekon said
08:59 AM Aug 6, 2014
Like the two John's I have to admit I very rarely worry about security. Even when I was in a home I rarely locked my doors, even living in the middle of the city. I hate the thought and feeling of being locked in.
Like Rockylizard said, how many times do you hear of things going wrong in the bush with GN's or campers. Sure occasionally, but very rarely. If you are looking for the bad you will find it anywhere. He is also right in it is not the destination, because we all end up there ,it is the journey we travel to get there that makes the difference. And when I get there I would rather have my kids and grandkids say, sheesh she was a funny thing that lived life than them saying, what a grumpy old **** and I am glad she has gone.
My advice get out there, enjoy it and have fun doing it. Don't sweat the small stuff, and remember it is all small stuff.
-- Edited by shekon on Wednesday 6th of August 2014 09:00:26 AM
Clare46 said
11:45 AM Aug 6, 2014
I travel solo and have done 3 trips totalling 50,000kms over a total of 52 weeks both free camping and caravan parks and have never felt uncomfortable or anxious. I feel you just need to take the usual care that you would at home.
Mezzie said
08:32 AM Aug 8, 2014
Thank you all for your input. I really get it now.
Lesley F said
03:00 PM Aug 11, 2014
One night in Darwin, I forgot to lock my door.
I had a strange feeling I had to move my purse that evening. I did, and when I woke up, my car door was open, my backpack was outside, nothing was taken and my purse was safe. Scary knowing that someone stood over me whilst asleep. I also had a strong feeling I knew who the culprit was, but couldn't prove it.
Luckily, someone "up there" was looking after me. I agree with Sharon, trust your instincts, they're usually right, and always lock your door.
Have fun, enjoy your travels.
Big Gorilla said
04:29 PM Aug 11, 2014
Mezzie wrote:
What gives you the most security when your traveling alone??
What gives you the most security when your traveling alone??
The fact that i never ever think about security and in the last three years free camping have had nothing to fear.
I suppose being male might have something to do with it.
As Sharon said trust your instinct.
John
Gday...
Ditto to John (Yeoeleven). I have been a solo full-time traveller for five years now - camping for the majority of that time (but not at roadside rest stops). I have also been camping in tents, campers and caravans for the past 50 years. Never felt a lack of security or threatened in all that time IN THE BUSH.
[edit: I travel alone and have been a solo camper for the majority of those 50 years]
Perhaps I could explain by putting your question another way - "What gives you the most security when you are at home?"
I feel safer camping, away from cities and crowds than I do in any city. Read the news and seek out the statistics ... there is more bashing/violence/theft/threat in people's home towns.
But safety/security when driving - that is perhaps another thing. I often feel vulnerable on that black stuff, especially the main highways.
So concentration/awareness/intuition/judgement help to keep me out of trouble in that regard (so far
)
Cheers - and happy, safe and worry-free travel - John
-- Edited by rockylizard on Wednesday 6th of August 2014 08:39:43 AM
Like the two John's I have to admit I very rarely worry about security. Even when I was in a home I rarely locked my doors, even living in the middle of the city. I hate the thought and feeling of being locked in.
Like Rockylizard said, how many times do you hear of things going wrong in the bush with GN's or campers. Sure occasionally, but very rarely. If you are looking for the bad you will find it anywhere. He is also right in it is not the destination, because we all end up there ,it is the journey we travel to get there that makes the difference. And when I get there I would rather have my kids and grandkids say, sheesh she was a funny thing that lived life than them saying, what a grumpy old **** and I am glad she has gone.
My advice get out there, enjoy it and have fun doing it. Don't sweat the small stuff, and remember it is all small stuff.
-- Edited by shekon on Wednesday 6th of August 2014 09:00:26 AM
I travel solo and have done 3 trips totalling 50,000kms over a total of 52 weeks both free camping and caravan parks and have never felt uncomfortable or anxious. I feel you just need to take the usual care that you would at home.
Thank you all for your input. I really get it now.
One night in Darwin, I forgot to lock my door.
I had a strange feeling I had to move my purse that evening. I did, and when I woke up, my car door was open, my backpack was outside, nothing was taken and my purse was safe. Scary knowing that someone stood over me whilst asleep. I also had a strong feeling I knew who the culprit was, but couldn't prove it.
Luckily, someone "up there" was looking after me. I agree with Sharon, trust your instincts, they're usually right, and always lock your door.
Have fun, enjoy your travels.
My 38....
