Thanks for that last post. Good to know I don't have a debilitating mental illness as some have suggested. I think the large pepper spray, a walking stick and some kind of noise maker will be my wilderness toolkit.
To all you other aholes - I'm not talking about a stroll in a campground within earshot of the interstate, or even state or national parks, but deep in wilderness areas that takes you miles and miles from other humans that could render assistance.
On another subject, I'd like to hear from anyone that feels the need to carry a satellite phone or some kind of transponder. Recommended?