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Hand-to-Hand Combat & Self-Defense, Tuesday, Period 4
"Welcome back," Herc said to his assembled students this week. "I hope you enjoyed the break. This week we're going to talk about staying safe while traveling and being in an unfamiliar place. This week isn't going to be so much about physical self-defense, but these are still all things all of you need to know. The first thing is a rule you should abide by at home, too, which is, don't get too drunk, and don't drink anything if you don't know what it is or you've left it unattended for any length of time, but this applies extra in a place where you might not speak the language or understand all the customs. If you do get a little too tipsy, take a cab or some other secure method of transportation back to where you're staying. It may be expensive, but there are worse things than being broke.
"Now, the main thing you're going to have to worry about is theft. Yes, someone can swipe your wallet at any time, but when you're away from home and you don't have access to all your usual resources, it's even more of a pain to sort out. Plus, there's your passport to think about. So, the first thing is to plan ahead: make photocopies of your passport, credit card, and any other important documents, leave one copy with someone you trust at home, and keep another in your luggage. That'll make things simpler if anything happens to your things. Second, only carry what you need for the day with you, not a lot of cash or five credit cards or anything like that. And be aware of your surroundings and your stuff. Keep an eye out for trouble, but also be aware of where your wallet or purse is, and double-check when you leave somewhere that you haven't left your jacket or bag behind. If you're going to carry a bag, make it a crossbody bag that's harder to get to than a handbag or a backpack. And don't be too flashy. A day of sightseeing is not the time to wear head-to-toe designer goods and expensive jewelry. It's a bit like a 'mug me' sign.
"And finally, remember that it's not worth it. By which I mean, if someone does try to mug you, give them your stuff. If you have a decoy wallet or a gym bag with your dirty clothes and no cash in it, by all means, give them that and keep the real thing, but ultimately your stuff can be replaced, your life can't.
"Now. I want everyone to self-evaluate how they did on their most recent trip, whether that was the one we took over the break or some other time, and tell me one thing you could have done better to stay safe."
"Now, the main thing you're going to have to worry about is theft. Yes, someone can swipe your wallet at any time, but when you're away from home and you don't have access to all your usual resources, it's even more of a pain to sort out. Plus, there's your passport to think about. So, the first thing is to plan ahead: make photocopies of your passport, credit card, and any other important documents, leave one copy with someone you trust at home, and keep another in your luggage. That'll make things simpler if anything happens to your things. Second, only carry what you need for the day with you, not a lot of cash or five credit cards or anything like that. And be aware of your surroundings and your stuff. Keep an eye out for trouble, but also be aware of where your wallet or purse is, and double-check when you leave somewhere that you haven't left your jacket or bag behind. If you're going to carry a bag, make it a crossbody bag that's harder to get to than a handbag or a backpack. And don't be too flashy. A day of sightseeing is not the time to wear head-to-toe designer goods and expensive jewelry. It's a bit like a 'mug me' sign.
"And finally, remember that it's not worth it. By which I mean, if someone does try to mug you, give them your stuff. If you have a decoy wallet or a gym bag with your dirty clothes and no cash in it, by all means, give them that and keep the real thing, but ultimately your stuff can be replaced, your life can't.
"Now. I want everyone to self-evaluate how they did on their most recent trip, whether that was the one we took over the break or some other time, and tell me one thing you could have done better to stay safe."
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Also if you have any thoughts to add to Herc's tips, he'd appreciate that.
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Which should serve as something she could have done better to stay safe, probably, if Mavis was entirely sure what a passport was. When your dad can just narrow his eyes at a customs agent and suddenly you're not the vampires he's looking for, you tend to go a little light on the paperwork.
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