Posted on 06/07/2023 12:25:20 PM PDT by nickcarraway
Idaho has an abundance of hiking trails to explore during the summer months, but being prepared when exposed to wildlife and areas with no cell service will help you have a good time.
Hiking in the Boise Foothills and beyond can be exciting but requires preparation before venturing into the wilderness. There are 12 snake species in Idaho, including the Western rattlesnake and prairie rattlesnake, Idaho’s two venomous snakes.
It’s possible you could end up in the Idaho wilderness without cell phone service and surrounded by potentially dangerous snakes. So what will you do if you get bitten?
Below you’ll find tips on how to avoid the snake in the first place, how to prepare for your hike — and then what to do if the worst happens:
AVOIDING A SNAKE BITE
In the U.S., roughly 8,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes yearlY. To prevent a snake bite from happening when you’re out on a hike, below are some tips to consider from the U.S. Department of Agriculture:
Prepare for your hike
Wear over-the-ankle boots, thick socks, and loose-fitting long pants
Don’t go barefoot or use sandals
While on your trip
Stick to well-used trails when exploring
Avoid walking through tall grass and weeds
Watch where you step Avoid wandering in the dark When going over fallen trees or large rocks, inspect the surrounding areas to make sure there are no snakes
Be cautious when climbing rocks or gathering firewood Shake out sleeping bags before using them and inspect logs before sitting down
PREPARING FOR YOUR IDAHO HIKE
Hiking on a new trail can be exciting, making it easy to get lost or hurt in a no cell service area. It is essential to stay vigilant on designated trails.
(Excerpt) Read more at idahostatesman.com ...
Didn’t the immigrant in 1883 get bit on the ars before he died?
Where’d you get those photos? I thought I deleted them.
She probably thought they were some weird love charm.
Bitten? Suck! Suck like you’ve never sucked before. Suck like camela hair ass at a job interview.
Android? I’m not sure. Maybe google “android SOS”?
“Simply stay to hell away from them.”
Tell that to a Cottonmouth when he drops off a branch into the boat with you. :)
Later.
I bought some snake boots from Bass Proshop that covered my legs to almost the knee. The manufacturer warranteed the boots and would pay for any medical care when bitten while wearing their boots. They were breathable and you could wear them in water. Great boots.
It doesn’t matter which phone O/S is present; it is a hardware feature phone manufacturers might implement on high-end phones regardless of phone O/S.
Mine doesn’t have it. Just checked. Bummer!
“What about naked?”
I would frighten off the most vicious reptiles.
LOL...you forgot to turn on your firewall!
DC has its own variety of serpent which can be very deadly.
The article says otherwise. From the article (bold added by me to relevant portion):
When waiting for help, follow these tips, according to the Department of Agriculture:
Immediately call dispatch or 911 and stay calm. A higher heart rate will pump the venom through your bloodstream faster.
I have some of those too. Also some snake gaiters and pants. I’ve encountered quite a few of those nasty reptiles in the wild.
Sure. Hiking is one of the few physical activities that the tie-dyed Birkenstock crowd will engage in. And the illegal pot farms are often way up in the hills.
I looked it up for Android. It said push your power button rapidly 5X or more and the SOS screen should come up.
I take my Doxie.
She has alerted me to the presence of three “ greens “
Savage Beast wrote: “I have some of those too. Also some snake gaiters and pants. I’ve encountered quite a few of those nasty reptiles in the wild.”
We had some areas, rocks three or four feet high, that you had to walk between. Pants strongly recommended. The snake boots worked well for most places. I found they were quite comfortable and no hotter than other boots.
Don’t panic. Only about 1/3 of bites involve envenomation anyways. It is very rare that a rattlesnake bite will kill an adult. Usually the most severe injuries with rattlesnake bites are caused by someone trying to suck or cut the venom out (neither of which can be done) using tourniquets or packing the limb in ice. If bitten remain calm, remove yourself from danger and elevate the affected extremity while you wait for help to arrive. One should always have a satellite capable form of communication when hiking in the back country. They are not difficult to find or expensive
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