Obviously the most sensible thing to do when you meet others unexpectedly in the bush is to say hello, but seems so few have the wherewithal to do so !

I agree. Communicate out loud to them (in case they don’t “mind-speak”) in simple words & easy to understand phrases without confusing idioms, expressions, or slang. Be 110% honest & transparent. Address them AND their home with the utmost respect, tell them who you are, why you’re there, how long you’ll be visiting, ask them not to scare you, let them know that you respect them, you see them as an ancient & skillful people, & that you don’t want any harm to happen to them so you will not cause any harm unless you’re forced to defend the safety of yourself or those with you, & say THANK YOU WHEN YOU LEAVE (not just by cleaning up after yourself & leaving no trace of your activities behind, but at least thank them for letting you visit their home/territory out loud vocally, & leaving some kind of gratitude offering would be a good bonus).

Yes. We never try to be stealthy . That seems silly. They can join us or not. That’s up to them. We have often attempted to talk to them, with few results

Uwharrie is a remarkable place. That’s for sure

Ya. We’ve met with some family and health issues to tend to, Barb.

Thanks

They are indeed

Thanks

Almost always