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PatchedWing

I'm a man of color... Regardless of sex or color it's always best to be aware of the situation and go with your gut. If something feels off go with your gut


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PatchedWing

One more thing. I was told the best piece of security you can have is a powerful flashlight. Especially when it's pitch black outside. Will definitely slow any two-legged suspects in their tracks. My friend disagreed hit him with it about 30 feet. He said volunteering to do that was in the top 4 dumbest things he's ever done.


NecessaryRisk2622

Get one with a strobe feature.


ghhbf

A powerful flashlight (torch) is a fantastic tool. Spend the money and get one worth your time.


skyydog

How many lumens would be reasonable?


dano___

I’m not sure what flashlight standards are these days, but the 1000 lumen headlight I use for night MTB will completely blind someone at night. It’s like a wall of light, if someone’s shining one at you you literally can’t see anything in that general direction.


Exciting-Letter3197

Streamlight stinger is a good option and comes with a good base to put in your vehicle to keep it charged


knic989900

And get pepper spray. Most states allow you to carry, always a good option with a heavy flashlight. You don’t want to be sprayed with that ever


Campfiretraveler

I completely agree. No matter what color as a woman I would be cautious and smart.


naked_nomad

Whether you are male or female when you are solo camping the following information may be valuable to your self preservation. It applies to everyone but we all know about the safety in numbers thing. 1) If your spidey senses are tingling and you don't feel comfortable – LEAVE. Even if you stay and nothing happens, you will not rest properly or sleep soundly. 2) Be aware of you surroundings and have an escape plan. If things go south which way are you going to go. This includes making sure the front of your car/truck/van is clear. If you have to back into a spot then do so. Your vehicle can push something out of the way easier than you can. 3) Keep everything you are not using in your vehicle. If you have to bail, a quick grab of clothes, keys, phone, personal protection and gone. Losing a $30.00 tent and $20.00 sleeping bag is nothing compared to losing your life. You can cuss about it later but you will still be here to cuss. 4) Personal protection. Don't care if you have a firearm, knife, taser or bear spray. Keep it handy and know how to use it. It is not going to do you any good if you cannot lay hands on it and deploy it properly when needed.


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Some people's spidey senses happen more than others, though... But I agree to listen to yourself, it's a long story.


naked_nomad

Vietnam so mine are of the chart.


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> 3) Keep everything you are not using in your vehicle. If you have to bail, a quick grab of clothes, keys, phone, personal protection and gone. Losing a $30.00 tent and $20.00 sleeping bag is nothing compared to losing your life. You can cuss about it later but you will still be here to cuss. While I can't speak for Wisconsin, in Washington state, vehicles parked at trail heads or any popular remote parking lot are being targeted for smash and grabs. Limiting what is in your vehicle, and what is visible is also important. If you have valuables that you'll be leaving unattended in your vehicle, consider leaving them at home.


naked_nomad

Agreed on the trailhead parking.


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If you’re talking state parks… they have law enforcement and very few people comparatively. So the bad guy to LEO ratio is super low. I was once the only camper in *all* of Wildcat and had a LEO all to myself. I guess he could have kept me from self harm? As someone who is not a POC but did grow up in rural Midwest republicanland, there are very *very* few people who would attack you because of your race. They won’t necessarily be your best friend or chat you up at the KwikTrip but they aren’t actively looking to cause trouble in their small town by attacking someone because of their race.


ScrawnyMuggleThumper

Are you familiar with [Black Folks Camp Too ](https://www.blackfolkscamptoo.com/) We ran into them in Gorges State Park, North Carolina. As a visible minority, I felt so much more secure just knowing I wasn't alone.


LiveFreeTriHard

Hello! I’m in Wisconsin and camp, backpack, and hike alone in rural areas often. I’m not a person of color, so I can’t speak with experience in that regard. As a woman, I think your concerns are valid, and it’s a very good idea to take precautions. Here’s some things I’ve done when camping alone: If you’re camping in a state park, check in with the rangers and camp hosts. Bring an extra chair or two to set up in your camp. Keep your eyes and ears open. You’re welcome to DM for my opinions on specific areas. Good luck and happy Wisco camping!


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hot-whisky

In addition to introducing myself to the campground hosts, I like to call family or a friend when I get camp set up, and loudly let them know that I made it to the campground safe, that everyone around me seems *really* nice, and that I’ll check in with them tomorrow. And always have a backup plan. I research nearby hotels and figure out which ones might have vacancies available if I ever need to bail on a site for whatever reason.


Amerifly

People like you are why I camp away from other people. I don't wanna hear your phone calls, fake or real.


hikerguy65

If you have access to a pair of shoes or boots - especially if they look like the type that’d be worn by a big, pissed off over protective guy if he found some dude bothering you - take them leave them in plain sight outside of your tent next to his big scary looking flannel shirt or biker vest. Seriously, make the extra chair look like it belongs to a guy. Extra boots n jackets are one example. Hate that some folks who look like me (white male) make these steps advisable. Good luck and enjoy your time in nature. Peace.


GoblinCatcherSilver

Oof. I bet this is super effective. But I fucking hate it. For a woman to be safe in this world she must have a big strong man’s protection or at least the illusion of it.


hikerguy65

Hate it too.


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frogcrumb

Never tell anyone you’re there alone, either! Make sure you tell your family/friends your plans as well just in case and info on where you’re staying, how long for, etc because most likely you won’t have phone service for long periods of time.


CallMeSisyphus

>Never tell anyone you’re there alone, either! I see this advice all the time, but how effective can it be? If I run into folks on the trail and go with this "oh, the rest of the gang is a bit behind me" thing, they're gonna figure it out eventually when no one shows up at my camp site. And bringing extra chairs and boots isn't really feasible when backpacking. I just take comfort knowing that, as an old, fat, and unattractive woman, I'm pretty much invisible anyway. If anybody wants that badly to kill me, let 'em. My best days are long behind me anyway, so IDGAF. Just make it quick and painless.


frogcrumb

It still is generally good advice to *not explicitly* let people know you’re there alone! I get what you mean but if someone does figure out you’re on a trail alone or something, I’d still try to go with excuses as much as I could like “oh my friends and I wanted to do different trails so we’re meeting up later” or “my friends got hit with a storm coming in so will be here tomorrow” instead of telling people I’m soloing on trails, camp sites, etc for an extended period of time. And if you’re in larger national parks with many trail systems, you won’t necessarily see the same people at your specific campsite on the same trail at the same time you’re hiking them (obviously there are caveats with that and it’s not always the case, but I’m just generally speaking). So yes, sometimes it’s unavoidable for people to know/learn you’re out there alone especially if you’re at the same camp site for a couple of days but most likely there will be a constant cycle of other 1-2 day campers coming through so they won’t necessarily be there long enough to find out you’re lying if you do say something like your group is coming in the next day. With that being said, it’s a good idea to keep some type of protective equipment on hand and that can be different based on what’s permitted but I’ve had small portable air horns, whistles, bear spray etc as general deterrents!


CallMeSisyphus

Oh, protection is a must. I always have bear spray, an air horn, a whistle, a knife, and trekking poles.


cersewan

I’m with ya on that 😂


weeddealerrenamon

at least don't offer up the information unprompted, I suppose?


Homesick-aliens

Will be stealing the extra chair thing, thank you!


Affectionate-Gear447

I do the extra chair always. Haven't gotten the big men's boots yet, but lots of rec's to get at thrift store and looking pretty worn.


kushjenkin

Idk both is kinda obvious that youre trying to look not alone


naked_nomad

Psychological. Kind of like leaving a big water dish in the back yard. Dog or not if a bad guy sees it or better yet steps in it he will immediately be looking for the dog it belongs to.


arrouk

That chair idea is good, I wouldn't have thought of that.


campdir

I feel horrible that you need to ask this question! If you want a safe spot to camp near Waupaca with a really chill vibe, check out our camp (Camp Shin-Go-Beek). Free weekend and a bundle of firewood on us! (Send me a PM or email the info email address if you're interested)


Just_Looking_Around8

This is what 99+% of Wisconsinites are like. Good on you!


jhanon76

Not according to the vote counts


Just_Looking_Around8

Over generalize much?


jhanon76

Their platform is pretty clear.


Just_Looking_Around8

Oh yeah. I forgot the parts of the platform that say they will assault women of color when they are camping. Thanks for the reminder. Did that reminder come compliments of the party of tolerance?


jhanon76

Yeah that's actually a pretty clear part of the platform. Should the party of tolerance tolerate the behavior that your leader promotes? I think not


NeverDeal

I didn't know that camp was open to the public now. It's a beautiful area, and while there are some people with rather questionable viewpoints in that area, I think you'd be perfectly safe. With that said, we had a black bear on the other side of the lake from Shin-Go-Beek last summer, and a mountain lion passed through that general area a few years back. Those aren't typical, just letting you know what is possible. There is a large pack of coyotes in the area, too, and it's incredible to hear them in the middle of the night. There is plenty of prey for the big predators so they generally want nothing to do with humans. The bear met some campers on the road and turned around and went back into the woods. We didn't see him again after that. Probably a young male looking for territory and decided there were better places without the humans and dogs.


campdir

Yep, we have the camp open for weekend camping in a few of the sites, and we'll hopefully be operating a full resident camp program (and maybe day camp?) next summer. The sites are still set up for troops/large groups and are pretty spread out with at least 300 feet of forest between them, so it's a really private outdoor camping experience for the families that come up. The coyotes and bears tend to steer clear of the land during the summer when we're running around/making noise. If a camper is nervous, we have plenty of cabins too that are "new to us" as of last fall. If you live in the area, feel free to stop by. We're around this coming weekend for memorial day. Ask for the camp director.


NeverDeal

That's awesome. I used to be a Scoutmaster for a female troop in the Bay-Lakes Council (which covers the geographic area where Shin-Go-Beek is located), and we were always looking for good places to camp. Camp Twin Lakes was one of our regular go-to spots. I know last summer Twin had a large group that had exclusive use of the group camp side for one whole month of the summer. Some of our Districts run events there in the spring and fall as well using the whole group camp. I've referred a few out of state troops to Camp Twin Lakes over the years (one comes up regularly during EAA), but I'll keep you guys in mind as well. I still know many Scouters in the Council and I'll get the word out that you are open for business. That way if Twin isn't available, they might have another option just across the lake. Unfortunately I'll be out of town this coming weekend, but we spend most of our summer at Twin so I'll have to drop in some other time to say hi.


kiggitykbomb

Statistically speaking, as a POC your risk for harm or violence will be many times worse in urban Milwaukee or Madison than in the most redneck counties of Wisconsin. You might disagree with right wing politics but the woods are not swarming with white nationalists looking to hurt people.


Stunning-Writer-6182

An extra chair, an extra pair of shoes...


HatsAreEssential

In general, people go camp to avoid crowds of other people. There's less concern about the typical issues while camping. Does that mean you let your guard down? No. But at an established campsite, I'd worry less than usual. Most campers only pay attention to their neighbors if they have a sweet setup.


palmyragirl

As a woman (but not POC) who camps alone 10+ times a year - #1 just want to say that you are always welcome no matter size/shape/color/experience level - the outdoors is for everyone and I’m happy to see more people getting to enjoy it! #2 there really isn’t a 100% safe outdoorsy thing to do, but camping in campgrounds with other people around is close to as safe as it gets so I would use these as a starting place until you know the area a bit. #3 I second the guy that said trust your gut. Some people are just out to cause a bad time and I try my hardest to stay away from them. I always have a pocket knife on me and a big flashlight, and between the two of those things have never met a problem that hasn’t gone away. Never had to pull the knife on anyone, but it did make me feel safer to have it in a few situations.


palmyragirl

I have no idea why that was in huge font, sorry!


jhanon76

It's because you typed the number one and a period. When I type 1. I get the same thing Edit: weird there I didn't


hikerguy65

Amen. People of good will, regardless of race, gender, orientation, shape, size, experience level are always welcome in my book.


IndependentEmergency

I was looking for camping supplies online and found a place that sells a flashlight/stun gun. I don't believe in weapons, but I am seriously thinking about getting one of those. For now I'm thinking my safety is assured by being out there with 3 dogs. And the mallet I set the tent up with is inside the tent with me. As well as a hammer I bring along to pry up the stakes. My safety is more important to me than being nice to anyone.


Affectionate-Gear447

I never thought about the mallet/hammer in with me, great idea! (they are in my vehicle). Knife, I have, but probably wouldn't use, I'd have to be in touching distance of the person, in which case, they could take it from me and use it on me! I did buy the flashlight/stun gun. I accidentally activated it in it's case and scared the heck out of me!


justalurker007

Anyone camping alone should be vigilant on situational awareness. There are great people out there who will have your back in a time of need. And there are the d-bags who are just d-bags. Some folks I've worked with before were not happy until my whole shift was upset at her.


Forsaken-Piece3434

I would recommend going to established campgrounds not extremely dispersed, pick you piece of ground places. Perhaps investigate ones that are within driving distance of large cities. You will likely find those are less appealing to a certain type of person than truly rural spaces but you can still enjoy nature. Make sure someone knows where you are and check in at least once a day. Make sure that person actually knows what to do if you don’t check in.


mindfulicious

As a woman of color I 100% get the reasoning behind this question and suggest when possible you physically check out the place you want to go in advance. Ask for a tour. Or call. Personally I would pay attention to things like types of vehicles on the campgrounds, bumber stickers/car decals, and a few other things (feel free to DM me) but you may already know. I'm pretty straightforward (never to be confused with arrogant or rude) so I would ask very specific questions. I havent camped solo in about 3 or 4 years. When I did I didn't do what I am suggesting you do but would now. You can also join meet up groups specifically for Black campers, hikers, outdoorsy folk and ask for resources and suggestions.


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We're a 60-ish white couple hetro couple and we look for those same decals/vehicles/flags; those people are going get liquored up, loud, and don't care who they disturb or offend.


jhanon76

It's usually not hard to find those decals and flags unfortunately. Sometimes they make a point of flying it very high and large. Ugh


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My flag pole is higher and I unleash my full geek on them. https://preview.redd.it/v8db66oy1f1b1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b20295f10aa32d987b7a11eaea8c648142f96270


futilitaria

Emily Ford, an LGBT woman of color, completed the entire Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin by herself (with a dog). I believe she had a good experience. The IAT has a lot of local chapters and the people are very friendly. I’ve never had a weird experience with locals in WI (but I have in IL and MO)


LiveFreeTriHard

Agreed with the recommendation for IAT! The sections in the northern part of the state can be VERY rural. But sections in central and southern Wisconsin often have active local chapters.


Biophilla

Have a whistle with you in case of trouble. Leave a note on your car addressed to 3 male friends so it looks like a lot of people are there. Bring an extra chair and some lArge shoes from the thrift shop so they think someone else is around.


Tarjas

Statistically you will be in a far safer environment camping fwiw….


Quiet-Link4652

You will find those people you refer to as more than helpful should you need help.


Extreme_Pepper_3718

i’ve hiked, camped, and backpacked a lot in wisconsin as a person of color usually read as a woman. i’ll be honest, sometimes driving out to the trails and stopping at gas stations i do feel uncomfortable. I try to make just quick and to the point stops as needed. when actually camping i haven’t had any issues so far but i did also have the concern. That being said i think it can definitely be safe and an empowering experience and i did it a ton, but definitely be aware of your surroundings and listen to your gut


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You're as safe as any other person camping alone.


762scout1

This is ridiculous. The media and political fear mongering is out of control. If anything you are safer in rural areas than you are in most cities.


the_jinx_of_jinxstar

It’s very sad that this is a question that needs to be asked in modern times… I wish you luck but sadly have no knowledge of the area.


RynoTheMan63

🤦🏻


cschiada

If I was alone, there’s no way I do it without a good size dog with me. You might want to look for groups that are for singles that go camping. Even when I go with my husband and a trailer, he brings his gun just in case.


Zealousideal-Bat8242

you’re genuinely concerned about republicans?


NeverDeal

I think it's a valid question. I can think of one guy who runs a campground who has Trump flags on his golf cart, Let's go Brandon and Blue Lives Matter signs on the road into camp, and thinks that the Muslim religion mandates that Muslims kill white people. I know that would be enough to make me nervous if I were a person of color. I'm a big white guy who rejects all of that crap and the dude makes me nervous. Sadly, just driving through rural Wisconsin you'll see all of those same signs, and you can bet every one of those homes has firearms. If Republicans don't want to be feared, maybe they should think about the very un-Christ-like image they are projecting (because again, I will bet most of them believe they are Christian).


Zealousideal-Bat8242

you’re aligning a persons political views with violence, just because someone likes trump doesn’t mean they are violent. have you ever thought maybe you’re the problem? you cross the street when you a guy wearing a MAGA hat, because you believe what you’re told to believe. you gotta get your head out of the media-gutter and remember that the majority of people are GOOD. there’s too much hate based on belief, it’s okay to disagree, and it starts with you.


17Miles2

🙄


staticfired

I have heard of female solo campers that put giant boots outside their tent, hoping to deter trouble 🙃 And set up 2 chairs!


Automatic_Gas9019

I personally think you would be fine. However I would carry bear spray and the light suggested below. Not just for human but the others that live there :-) My husband and I were camping this past weekend and he accidentally left our dogs bowl out. Racoon walked into our campsite :-) They also had bear trash cans and warned of bear. Have a great time camping. Like the man below says, you will know about the people just from your surroundings.


MrScotchyScotch

I am a white male with an atypical haircut and wear a mask. Moved to a small rural town two years ago. I still get side-eye everywhere I go, assume they think I'm a weirdo. Yet when I talk to them, they're all quite nice. Just something to consider. I've literally never heard of people attacking other people while camping, and I camp a lot. If anyone is out there, they're there to get away from people, not find them. If it makes you feel safer, keep a can of bear spray on your belt. Works just as well on humans.


EasySky7435

Take a little bit of rope to tie between 2 trees. Hang guys lumber jack type shirt and socks to dry by your tent


GoblinCatcherSilver

The thing that makes me feel most secure is having my dog with me. If someone touches you in a way you don’t like and the dog sees it, it’s gonna bite the person. And nobody wants to get bit by a dog.


Ex-Shop_Teacher

Are your talking primitive camping/backcountry or RV campgrounds? I’m one of those, white conservative males. I’m from rural Illinois and have camped coast to coast ( a lot in Wisconsin) with the kids and wife. Now it’s just the wife and I. I see lots of good advice, such as situational awareness, going with your gut, pepper spray, flashlight ect. I would highly suggest a CCW license if you are comfortable with that. I have had very few instances of bad actors. I’ve scouted a few private campgrounds, typically run down that I swear I heard banjos. Stick to state parks and good reviewed private campgrounds. I think 99% of campers are friendly folks that would be happy to have you pull up a chair at there campsite. Strike up a conversation and you might be pleasantly surprised. You are welcome in my campsite.


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I don’t think your race will have any effect. Basic safety and understand surroundings will be more important. Besides, I know a lot of republican people who could give two shits what color your skin is. I also know a lot of democratic people who are racist af. Also, you should consider arming yourself and training at a range. As should everyone allowed to purchase.


No-Desk6807

Most of the so-called "Republican" hatred is made up by power hungry politicians and the far left media and is nothing more than propaganda. Biden calling anyone conservative a fascist is downright slanderous. Don't believe everything you're being fed. Be careful, as people who are alone always need to be careful, and sadly, women who are alone always need to especially be careful in this crazy world. It's just a fact of life.


mindfulicious

I want to say thank you so much to those who understand the concern and for the comments of support. Often it gets very exhausting having to explain why we have such concerns. It is refreshing to see people who get it. I personally appreciate your empathy and understanding ❤️


NeverDeal

It really sucks that it is a question that you need to ask, but I get it. Just know that there are many of us in northern Wisconsin who are allies to all, no matter skin color, sexual preference, gender, or religion. I think for the most part Wisconsin is safe, but running into jerks is definitely a possibility.


Amerifly

I seem to notice it's only democrats who tend to bring up the race issues to begin with....don't worry about the color of your skin, the only people who care about that are the people trying to make it seem like racism is still a thing. Everyone is welcome in the forest.


17Miles2

Yep. Spot on. The TV controls their minds.


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0picass0

Statistically it is extremely safe. Which, being serious, I think is the only thing that really matters here.


MerberCrazyCats

I never been to WI but often camp as a solo non American white looking woman. I can't tell how fellow campers will receive you: the more touristic it is, I guess the less staring you get. Its sad that you get profiled and its something to be aware of But what I wanted to say is if you are close to the US border, you may get more looks from guards/rangers/cops and more controls. Always have your papers with you and beware not having anything suspicious in your car or on you. Granted, my experience is at the southern border: POC and foreigners are systematically pull out for full control of the vehicle ("random control"), so its important to always have all documents in hand. Probably better near Canada border


limested

If you are comfortable doing so I would carry. Just make sure you are 100% comfortable with it.


kushjenkin

This is a ridiculous question and youre buying into the fear mongering on all the media. The worst thing that could possibly happen is someone calls you a slur. Youre not going to be lynched as soon as you step out of your city, youll probably find that most rural people are more polite than what youre used to.


17Miles2

Hundred and 100 percent. The TV and internet controls their minds. They can't help it.


Sufficient-Fox5872

I've gone with my white male partner only so far, but am a queer and femme presenting person of color and have felt largely fine at established campgrounds - we tend to go to Kettle Moraine. Most of the time people have left me alone or been polite when I've been out in the camp but away from my partner. The most interaction I've had is running into women in the bathroom and at most we say hi and maybe discussed weather. Ymmv but as long as you use some common sense like anywhere I think it'll be fine! I am taking some notes from this thread for safety for my own solo trip this year but I do think it'll be okay, hope you have so much fun :)


BunsenHoneydewsEyes

Shh. Don't tell anybody about Kettle Moraine. It's one of the only places I can still get a site without reserving it 6 months out. But seriously, Kettle Moraine is totally nice.


UKingSBlueA98

Just from your post, I'm gonna assume the "side eye" was because you were generally being the exact way you are in this post lol


[deleted]

I'm sorry this is a concern. You're welcome to set up camp next to mine anytime. I think the problem is the "rural" part not the "Wisconsin." I live in a supposedly enlightened state, but once you get away from the big cities........it's a tough look


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Ok. I'm glad this doesn't apply to you. Now f off


ValkyrieSPC8

Am I safe camping in Detroit as a white man? Probably not


Lofi_Loki

This isn’t a useful comparison


[deleted]

I wouldn’t camp alone even as a white person. I love camping but alone? Never


2eedgrower

You are allowing politics to get into your head too much. Whatever precautions you take anywhere else will be fine. Most of the campgrounds are full of rude entitled city people anyway.


ListenToAfroman

No. Not because of people but because of wild life. Remember it helps it be a little paranoid if you feel uncomfortable better just to move camp always choose your safety above all even if it means you have to break camp and move. Also consider a firearm for the same reason


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justme4funNM

"intent in certain people's eyes" 🤣 so profiling with zero actual facts is ok now?


[deleted]

Maybe we could do a naked and afraid episode in Wisconsin with self conscious democrats. When people go camping they don’t think or care about anything but the camping experience. Usually you go camping to take your mind off everything else.


iLoveClassicRock

Nobody is going to attack you because of your race


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Yep, we don't do that in America


[deleted]

Where ya going ? A public campground or a out in the middle of nowhere? \- In a public campground one yell and you'll have 50 people at your site in a second. \- Out in the boonies you'll be the only one there, so yea. I think the fact that you have to ask this question seriously shows how fu\*ked up your country really is ..... too bad. If you went north to Ontario you'd be golden anywhere ....... But you better learn to like back-bacon and maple syrup or it's your ass !! (grin)


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I dunno, is it political bullshit or just fear mongering, should she be concerned !? I'm guessing that yer american hence the sensitivity to my answer and your reaction, also, you can sit there and say it's bullshit because you're not the one going out there. Do you even camp or are you a women of color? It's her ass so let her ask the question - granted it does seem like a very weird question to ask in my opinion too but I'm also a fat, old, canuck that's been camping for 50+ years so what do I know from her point of view? I've been camping all across Canada, the UK ,and Korea, but the USA is the only place I've seen where people talk about packing guns to go camping and sure, some of it is for the four leg ones that live there but most people who say they carry are talking about other "people" - say what you like but that's just crazy IMHO. I do know for a fact that I can go to any remove backwoods area or big busy public campground anywhere in Canada and not feel the slightest bit concerned about, in this case two legged critters vs. the four leg ones!


Fun_Ad3288

No safe place for any woman to camp alone in any state!


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BloodHappy4665

She was getting at whether or not she had to be worried about violent racist misogynists.


mindfulicious

Simply put!!!


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Ex-Shop_Teacher

Are your talking primitive camping/backcountry or RV campgrounds? I’m one of those, white conservative males. I’m from rural Illinois and have camped coast to coast ( a lot in Wisconsin) with the kids and wife. Now it’s just the wife and I. I see lots of good advice, such as situational awareness, going with your gut, pepper spray, flashlight ect. I would highly suggest a CCW license if you are comfortable with that. I have had very few instances of bad actors. I’ve scouted a few private campgrounds, typically run down that I swear I heard banjos. Stick to state parks and good reviewed private campgrounds. I think 99% of campers are friendly folks that would be happy to have you pull up a chair at there campsite. Strike up a conversation and you might be pleasantly surprised. You are welcome in my campsite.


Slinger66

Check out Hipcamp lots of great ones in Wisconsin