Welcome, guest [login | register]

Posted by Paul Pitt (Guest) on November 26, 2005 at 12:33:57 pm EST
In reply to Re: Rattle snake bites..... posted by Carol on July 4, 2005 at 9:35:08 am EDT

Given the risk of encounter (I walk about 15 miles a month on various trails in SW desert), I am not sure that gaitors offer the protection they claim (none cover the foot very well and snakes hit feet (on "Venom ER") more than half the time. The suction gear are obviously worthless. Snakebite DO kill. The worse risk is stepping on one that is unable to get out of your way (if they feel your coming). It's very hard to say what is the right thing to do. AFTER A BITE the ER is the ONLY thing to do and ASAP. Before a bit -- obviously avoid them if you can. But if you do not see them, and they do not see you -- you have an encounter. Other (equal?) threats -- mad bees (Africanized) and cougars (if you are alone).

Replies

View: flat | threaded

There have been no replies

Post a Reply

Before replying, please read the complete thread.