akpoff
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It occurred to me last night that while we can't openly carry our hand guns in Texas, our right to carry rifles and other long guns hasn't been abridged. While not a really practicable solution for personal security, one of the goals of the picnics and other public events is to educate the public about open carry and show them and police that law abiding citizens can peaceably congregate while armed.
I'd couple the event with carrying empty handgun holsters to bring the point to bear -- we already can walk around guns.
Any down side or other thoughts about the idea? Also, any TX lawyers in the group who might want to help plan such an event and help us mind our P's and Q's?
So, if doable, any one in Houston or surrounding areas up for a picnic or have suggestions for the location? I'm between starting boldly with Discovery Green downtown and a smaller venue and working our way up to the great downtown outdoors.
It occurred to me last night that while we can't openly carry our hand guns in Texas, our right to carry rifles and other long guns hasn't been abridged. While not a really practicable solution for personal security, one of the goals of the picnics and other public events is to educate the public about open carry and show them and police that law abiding citizens can peaceably congregate while armed.
I'd couple the event with carrying empty handgun holsters to bring the point to bear -- we already can walk around guns.
Any down side or other thoughts about the idea? Also, any TX lawyers in the group who might want to help plan such an event and help us mind our P's and Q's?
So, if doable, any one in Houston or surrounding areas up for a picnic or have suggestions for the location? I'm between starting boldly with Discovery Green downtown and a smaller venue and working our way up to the great downtown outdoors.