[pct-l] snakes

[m.karon@attbi.com (Marshall Karon)]

Those snakes will really scare you, but if you use caution, they won't get
you. Typically, they are afraid of us. However, watch where you step, put
your hands, sit down, etc. If you can't see where you are placing your feet
or hands, you may be in trouble.

The worst is when you are walking with others and those ahead go through a
narrow spot on the trail just fine but a big rattler announces its presence
when you are between a rock and a bush with no where to go.

If you feel better carrying a snake kit, go for it. And pray you never need
to use it for anyone.

Marshall Karon
Portland, OR
m.karon@attbi.com
(503) 232-5271
----- Original Message -----
From: "Marge Prothman" <marge@prothman.com>
To: "Pct-L" <pct-L@backcountry.net>
Sent: Wednesday, April 17, 2002 6:31 AM
Subject: [pct-l] snakes


> Am just curious:
>
> In the California section of the PCT, especially the southern part,
> how many hikers carry something for snake bites and if so what do
> you carry.
>
> I think I am more aware of poison oak and ticks then snakes, but am
> wondering if I should include something in my first aid kit.
>
> Cheers,   Marge (the old gal)
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