Urban outdoorsman

[PRC74]

It seems like I am a magnet for these guys. I can be in a crowd of 60 and they zero in on me. My dress is of all us working guys so it doesn't look like I have money. Still they seek me out. These guys are dangerous and I am not very nice to them when approached. I fear one day this is going to lead to some sort of problem. I guess I could just stay at home and not go anywhere but I am not going to do that. Anyone else have similar experiances?

 

[PRC74]

It seems like I am a magnet for these guys. I can be in a crowd of 60 and they zero in on me. My dress is of all us working guys so it doesn't look like I have money. Still they seek me out. These guys are dangerous and I am not very nice to them when approached. I fear one day this is going to lead to some sort of problem. I guess I could just stay at home and not go anywhere but I am not going to do that. Anyone else have similar experiances?

 

[rundownfid]

What is an Urban Outdoorsman?

 

[Erich]

A bum. "Homeless."

PRC, I also seem to be a bit of a magnet. Part of this is because I make eye contact with them when I'm being aware of what's around me and seeing what they're about. I suspect that might be what's drawing them to you - you sound as if you're pretty aware of your situation.

You should consider holding up a hand ("Stop!") as they approach and say, "Sorry, bro. Not today." That should keep them at a distance that feels safe.

I feel that I'm fortunate to be situated where I am, and tend to share if I have small amounts of cash that I'm not needing at the time. I sometimes worry that something dangerous might result, and I'm glad that I have these worries because they keep me from letting my guard down too much.

FWIW, most fellas who know that you're aware and approach anyway aren't looking to do you harm, they're looking to beg. The ones looking to do harm are the ones who veer away when you meet and hold their eyes.

cheers, erich

 

[84CJ]

1. urban outdoorsman
Politically correct term for a homeless person. I.E. Bum
Frisco is chock full of urban outdoorsmen.

2. urban outdoorsman
n. Homeless person or bum. One who experiences the great outdoors of an urban setting for a prolonged period of time.
Man, that beard and plastic grocery bag make you look like an urban outdoorsman

3. urban outdoorsman
the politically correct term for a bum or homeless person.
Grandpa, you can't go around calling people 'bum's anymore. They prefer to be called urban outdoorsman.

4. urban outdoorsman
1) A politically correct euphemism used to describe chronic homeless persons.

2)A term used to cast a positive or sympathetic connotation upon the parasitic and unrespectable criminal lifestyle choice of the American bum.

3)A term used to describe habitual abusers of illegal substances and career beggars or criminals with no permanent residence or legitimate source of income.

4)Someone with an aversion to work.
That urban outdoorsman just took my change and walked straight into a liqor store, I can't believe it.

 

[J.M]

We deal with them constantly at work. We are directed to keep them off the premises, from loitering, panhandling etc. The best approach is business like, speak civilly but take no B.S. When out and about I keep an eye on everyone. If I get approached, I make direct eye contact and politely but firmly decline and keep moving. Never had a problem yet.

 

[ingmansinc]

Originally posted by 84CJ:
1. urban outdoorsman
Politically correct term for a homeless person. I.E. Bum
Frisco is chock full of urban outdoorsmen.

2. urban outdoorsman
n. Homeless person or bum. One who experiences the great outdoors of an urban setting for a prolonged period of time.
Man, that beard and plastic grocery bag make you look like an urban outdoorsman

3. urban outdoorsman
the politically correct term for a bum or homeless person.
Grandpa, you can't go around calling people 'bum's anymore. They prefer to be called urban outdoorsman.

4. urban outdoorsman
1) A politically correct euphemism used to describe chronic homeless persons.

2)A term used to cast a positive or sympathetic connotation upon the parasitic and unrespectable criminal lifestyle choice of the American bum.

3)A term used to describe habitual abusers of illegal substances and career beggars or criminals with no permanent residence or legitimate source of income.

4)Someone with an aversion to work.
That urban outdoorsman just took my change and walked straight into a liqor store, I can't believe it.

It sounds like you are describing some of our elected officials in D.C

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[84CJ]

 

[roundgunner]

Originally posted by Erich:
A bum. "Homeless."

PRC, I also seem to be a bit of a magnet. Part of this is because I make eye contact with them when I'm being aware of what's around me and seeing what they're about. I suspect that might be what's drawing them to you - you sound as if you're pretty aware of your situation.

You should consider holding up a hand ("Stop!") as they approach and say, "Sorry, bro. Not today." That should keep them at a distance that feels safe.

I feel that I'm fortunate to be situated where I am, and tend to share if I have small amounts of cash that I'm not needing at the time. I sometimes worry that something dangerous might result, and I'm glad that I have these worries because they keep me from letting my guard down too much.

FWIW, most fellas who know that you're aware and approach anyway aren't looking to do you harm, they're looking to beg. The ones looking to do harm are the ones who veer away when you meet and hold their eyes.

cheers, erich

You are right.

You have a great gift of speech/keyboard. Do I need to say I DON'T have those skills?

 

[charlie sherrill]

Hobo,bum,homeless, and now "urban outdoorsman." I thought "homeless" was a politically correct stretch designed to make the libs feel sorry for a downtrodden individual and now I have to get used to a new name for a bum. These guys aren't homeless. They're living on the streets just like they want to with no responsibilities whatsoever. They know where to find food, medical care, and clothing all without paying for any of it. Most of them get a government check. They pay no taxes. If it gets too cold in the dumpster there are organizations that give them a warm place to sleep. The bums of today seem to be more intimidating than those of the past. Read my thread from yesterday.

 

[Erich]

The one thing to keep in mind is that "urban outdoorsman" is NOT politically correct. It's a mockery of political correctness, fostered by right-wing talk radio.

Thanks for the compliment, roundgunner. I just write a lot at work.

 

[Guest]

Charlie;

You must be getting old or you're spending too much time around the Court House - you're beginning to sound Cynical!!!

Good for you!!!

 

[S. Hammer]

Urban Outdoorsman, a.k.a. the Residentially Challenged, or the Structurally Disenfranchised. Orlando has actually set up "begging zones" downtown where they can legally be a pain in your a**.

 

[truckemup97]

Erich, if you feel the need to distribute some more of that cash, the TA truckstop in Albuquerque seems to be a magnet for the Urban Outdoorsman. I wouldn't stop there if it weren't for Little Anita's just down the street.

 

[Erich]

I mostly just give money to a charity that we work with - it provides food donations to local food banks. But when I'm approached on the street and I have a spare five, I'll often tell the guy to grab onto Abe.

 

[PRC74]

Erich, I had my hands up in a "fence" you know what I mean. Charlie it was your post that got me thinking about this. The last time it happened I was getting into my truck when this guy starts yelling at me from about 100 yards away. So it was not an eye contact thing this time. I love the line that I ran out of gas and need money so I can get home. These guys really think we are stupid. But it probably works on sheep.

 

[BLACKHAWKNJ]

Join the club. I try to put on a "war face", look like I'll zap the next person who evens looks at me wrong, instead I seem to come across as Santa Claus' personal secretary.