avoiding rattlesnakes

Hotter temperatures means slithering snakes come out for sun. You might encounter them on trails while hiking and biking and should be aware or rattlesnakes as its mating season. The DWR recommends doing these things to stay safe this summer:

Rattlesnakes strike fear in the hearts of some people. But they shouldn’t. Knowing a little about how these reptiles behave and doing a few simple things can go a long way in keeping you and the snakes safe. Five rattlesnake species live in Utah, the most common of which is the Great Basin rattlesnake. Ratt...