Quote Originally Posted by Fromk View Post
Please correct me if I'm wrong but aren't guns and alchohol not good together? I thought bars were off limits for ccw and to me this would fit in the same catagory. It may read as sarcasm but I'm actually asking because I don't know. Since it was pointed out that weapons weren't allowed I figure that would end the discussion anyway.

On the broader personal safety point I agree with not going places where you think you need a gun. I'm also sure that public security is upped a bit for big events like this.
I'm always armed, 100% of the time. I also drink occasionally, like at the BBQ I was at yesterday. You haven't seen any news reports about me yet.
IMO, if you aren't responsible enough to stick to your limits with some drinks, you probably aren't responsible enough to carry a weapon.
I've heard bars are "gun-free zones" but as we all know, if criminals followed the laws then they wouldn't be criminals.
I work at a place that has a bar in it, with a very strict "no weapons" policy for the employees. I just got home from work, and I sit here in my work clothes with my BUG and a spare mag, a 4.75" folder, and a 2" push blade... all completely concealed, all very simply, easily, and quickly accessible.
Concealed is concealed. YOU and ONLY YOU are responsible for your own safety and well being.

Also, in response to your second paragraph... I avoid the not so nice places as much as possible, but occasionally its necessary to go to these areas. Don't let some criminal scum limit you in accomplishing whatever it is you need to do. There's a reason you carry that gun.