Monday, January 29, 2007

Preventing Snake Bites


"When you see a rattlesnake poised to strike you, do not wait until he has struck before you crush him." Franklin D. Roosevelt

Some bites, such as those inflicted when you accidentally step on a snake in the woods, are nearly impossible to prevent. However, there are precautions that can reduce your chances of being bitten by a snake. These include:


  • Leave them snakes alone! Many people are bitten because they try to kill a snake or get too close to it.

  • Stay out of tall grass unless you wear thick leather boots (preferably snake bite proof) and remain on hiking paths as much as possible.

  • Keep hands and feet out of areas in which you can't see. Do not pick up rocks or firewood unless you are out of a snake's striking distance.

  • Be cautious and alert when climbing on rocks.

The prevention stuff I copied from another website. This is just too funny! I must laugh at my own joke. Ha Ha Ha!!!!!!

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