Thank God, for the joggers who came by. I'm glad that you weren't hurt.I hope that the police have indeed cleared the punks out from this public trail, and will see to it that they stay out in the future. Roving packs of antisocial criminals must not be allowed to rule public spaces in small towns or large. Half-hearted's advice about self-defense is good. One caution: no one should ever pull a gun unless they are prepared to use it. Take care of yourself, MsVicki.