Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/02/21
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Bill - Two experiences. a) eastern diamondback - almost stepped on it. Fortunately it was not agressive, I think I woke it up from sunning itself in the sand. Even (imaturely) beating on it with a long stick it retreated. They can sense body heat & select their prey in that manner. Leg shields are commercially made as well as home made. They can hear - making noise in the grass as you walk will help scare them off (for your safety when walking). b) I've shot one with a .222 - if it's moving at all you'll have a tough time hitting anything. Suggest a short (18") barreled 12 ga. Suggest you do a lot of observing with camera in hand before getting distracted using the camera.
Good luck,
Tim K
- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill" <m6rf@yahoo.com>
To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Sent: Sunday, February 20, 2000 11:04 PM
Subject: [Leica] Shooting Rattlesnakes in the Wild
I have heard various things about how to shoot rattlesnakes, but I am
looking for someone who has some actual experience in doing it.
For lenses I have heard that you want to use a minium of a 100mm or a
fast 80-200 or similar zoom. I understand that a good flash can also
be helpful.
Self protection. Here I have heard a number of things. One guy said
you cut a piece of 1/4 inch plywood 2 1/2 feet wide and 3 feet high,
put some type of handles on the back side, and paint it dark green.
Second, I have heard that you get a set of shin guards like baseball
catchers wear, and spry paint then bright hunter orange.
Third I have heard that you can use pieces of stove pipe that can be
purchased at any hardware store. You put the pipe around your legs
and put a couple of rubber bands over them to keep the pipe snug.
Fourth, I have heard that you always carry a 38 cal or 357 cal pistol
loaded with scatter shot in the event you have a problem.
Fifty, always know the location of the nearest hospital that has
anti-venom serum, and don't rely on the police or paramedics to know
where one is.
Sixth, keep a cooler in the car with ice water and towels in it, so
you can wrap the bitten area with the cold towels.
Seventh, pray a lot.
Does anyone on the group have real life experice with fun projects
like this?
Regards,
Bill
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