buckstew Posted September 23, 2006 Report Share Posted September 23, 2006 I started a thread a couple of days ago about the elderly lady that went missing. Before I go to bed and get some much needed rest I have some thoughts for everyone. First of all this lady is missing because she took a trip to the woods to pick some muscadines (sp??). Her truck slipped off the side of an old logging road and got stuck. She apparantly got out of the truck and took off on foot. I don't know about you guys, but I have family members who love to go out in the woods and pick muscadines, berries, plums, etc., We shouldn't stop them from enjoying these things (heck, I hope I live long enough to be out picking blackberries at 83). But we should be remiding them of some safety precautions. First, don't go by yourself and let someone know where you are heading and what time you will be back. Second, If you do get stuck/lost STAY BY THE TRUCK or STAY ON THE ROAD. Somebody will find you if you stay on the beaten path, it may take a day or so but if you stay put you can arrange shelter (truck cab, lean to , etc.). Sorry about the run on sentences (I am tired!!) and sorry about sounding really preachy but it almost broke my heart seeing this lady's 82 year old sister at the staging area wanting to walk down a bluff and look for her sister. Thanks everyone for the prayers and God Bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted September 23, 2006 Report Share Posted September 23, 2006 Re: thoughts on safety hope they find her safe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rifleman25 Posted September 23, 2006 Report Share Posted September 23, 2006 Re: thoughts on safety There have been 3 elk hunters found dead in the west already this year. 2 died of carbonmonoxide in their camper trailor, and the other was hit by lightning. You can never play it too safe. No animal in the world is worth risking your life for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasDeerHunter Posted September 23, 2006 Report Share Posted September 23, 2006 Re: thoughts on safety Simple safety precautions can go along way in saving your life. Be prepared and definately let someone know when and where you are going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunterfisherman Posted September 23, 2006 Report Share Posted September 23, 2006 Re: thoughts on safety Good info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckstew Posted September 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 Re: thoughts on safety It has been almost a week since I posted this (the modem in my computer went out and I just got the replacement). The lady who went missing last week still has not been found. I live in a small community, and people around here are still upset that she hasen't been found. I am bumping this post to the top, just as a reminder to everyone to be safe out there (and don't be afraid to talk to your elderly friends and relatives about what to do if they get lost). Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and prayers. It is worth mentioning that none of the volunteers who have been searching have been hurt or lost themselves, I believe this can be attributed to the prayers of people like you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tx_Hunting_Gal Posted September 28, 2006 Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 Re: thoughts on safety Buck i agree with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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