Content

• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

Are you so afraid of snakes that you start sweating, screaming, holding your breath and even crying at the sight of a reptile?

If you truly hate snakes, then this article is a great guide on how to stay safe from snakes.

Steps

1. 1 When walking in the wilderness, do not walk barefoot or wearing only sandals. Wear trekking boots and long pants.
2. 2 When walking in nature, avoid tall grass. Look closely for snakes around you and tell other people your location.
3. 3 Avoid those areas in which you run the risk of bumping into snakes. Learn in advance the types of snakes that live in your area, what they look like, and where they are most often found.
4. 4 Many snakes are able to climb trees and move from tree to tree by means of branches. Try to avoid wild forest areas. Otherwise, wear a hat.
5. 5 Walking with confident steps reduces your chances of being bitten by a snake. Snakes respond to vibrations they feel through the ground, so they can sense you and hide. Remember that snakes are just as afraid of you as you are, if not more so. Snakes are not actively trying to hunt humans; rather, they will try to stay away from you.
6. 6 Always look around. Be aware of your surroundings. Look down when you walk to avoid accidentally stepping on the snake.
7. 7 Watch out for large rocks and other objects where snakes can nest.
8. 8 Try not to prolong the moment of boarding your car, because if the car was parked on the street, then there is a possibility that the snakes could crawl into the shade under the car to hide from the scorching sun in the comfort of warm asphalt. If you are standing in front of a car, the snake can bite you, confusing your foot with a rat.
9. 9 If you live outside the city, you do not have a car and you have to walk from one place to another, then try to walk quickly. If you are walking on the sidewalk, stay close to the middle.
10. 10 Remember to patch up any cracks in your home, as snakes and other insects can crawl through them.

Tips

• Where there is one snake, there may be more.
• Snakes can also crawl into the house. Close doors and windows to reduce the chances of hitting a snake in your home.
• Dogs both outside and inside will help you defend against snakes, as barking dogs usually scares reptiles away. Move your dog away at the sight of a snake, otherwise your pet may suffer from a bite.
• Do not go to snake whispers, as sometimes snakes can disobey them and bite you.
• In the summer, always wear sneakers or boots in the grass in case of a snakebite.
• Don't try to deal with snakes without minimal training.
• Shouting at the snake will not keep you from attacking. Stand calmly, and if the snake is in a threatening position, then slowly step back. Do not make sudden movements, otherwise the snake may bite.
• It is much less likely to bump into a snake in winter than in summer. Snakes are cold-blooded representatives of the animal world, that is, their body temperature is the same as the temperature around them. Therefore, many snakes lie on the road at night, as the asphalt heats up during the day under the suns, and snakes love warmth. This also means that you will not see the snake crawling in the snow as it is too cold. Plus, many people hibernate.
• If you come across more than one snake, then try to get out of this situation.
• Learn more about snakes. Most snakes are not venomous and all snakes will try to stay away from humans rather than bite them. Remember that snakes will not actively hunt for you.
• Read the first aid guidelines to help you cope with snakebites.
• If you are resting in a tent, make sure there are no holes in it. Store your boots inside the tent, as snakes like to sleep there.
• When you walk through tall grass, lift your feet off the ground with each step, otherwise you risk catching your foot on the snake and dragging it along the ground.

Warnings

• Some snake species are more aggressive than others. Treat all snakes as poisonous and dangerous.
• If you are bitten by a snake, seek help immediately.

What do you need

• A spatula always comes in handy
• Maybe a jute bag
• First aid kit
• Boots with thick soles. Preferably with a steel toe.