[Blueflag]

As a serious reference and not a snarky reply, I encourage you to read this book

http://www.amazon.com/Holding-Your-Ground-Preparing-Defense/dp/0615497551/ref=la_B00553BHW2_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1353472953&sr=1-4

It, along with others, plus the direct advice of Matt Bracken, convinced me that for our family and our home, a Bug Out plan is the ONLY way.

We simply are not prepared or capable as empty nesters to defend in place.

If you think you can, more power to you. I just happen to think you are wrong, and I presume you live in suburban America, and I may presume incorrectly.

[JRandomFreeper]

A single, healthy hunter might reduce the population of ferals quite a bit. In my case, I've run this neighborhood for 50 years. I know every tree, every rock in every creek, every trail, every dog.

I'm single, the kids are grown, the grandkids have at least met me.

I still accidentally walk up on local cops and scare the crap out of them because I forget to make noise.

There isn't a single solution to a potential problem. Personally, I'd rather die in my bed at age 90, but if that doesn't happen, I'm ok with that.

I expect I'll be here on this ground I was born on until I die.

/johnny

[editor-surveyor]

We have a suburban home, and a remote ranch in the sierra. each has its drawbacks; some decision making is always going to be necessary, but if you make a big noise, you will have a big reaction on your hands.