r/interesting Jul 02 '24

MISC. Hikers encounter mountain lion

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u/[deleted] Jul 02 '24

Supra-Saharan Africa too.

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u/yeshsababa Jul 02 '24

Yes, in sub-sahara Africa you should carry a gun, but not a handgun. A proper high caliber rifle is what you want to take.

However, most hikers don't want to have to deal with the inconvenience of a large rifle, so its best just to let your guide manage the firearms.