Depicted at left is a new self-defense tool recommended by OC Sheriff Sandra Hutchens. Hiking? Just spray this stuff on your kids to protect them from wild animals! (Use liberally.)

———————————–

From a new article by Prof. John Lott, published today by Fox: Why We Shouldn't Fear an End to the Ban on Guns In National Parks:

Police are extremely important in deterring crime — according to my research, the most important factor. But the police almost always arrive after the crime has been committed. In national parks, with vast land areas and few roads, this problem is exacerbated. Even if one can quickly reach park rangers by using a cell phone, it can be hours before they can arrive at the crime scene.

Wild animals also sometimes do attack humans, and guns can come in handy…