Hiking Boots on Arizona Trails?
Apr 1st, 2010, 12:25 PM
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If you come across one, just stand still. It will usually go away after a few minutes. If it doesn't, move away VERY slowly, without making any sudden movements. Rattlesnakes want to avoid you as much as you want to avoid them.
Apr 1st, 2010, 12:36 PM
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SAnParis2 is right -- you are very unlikely to come across one. I only have because I live where they are. My whole area is a "Saguaro National Park buffer zone", with one house per 3.3 acres in a one mile band bordering the park. As I mentioned, I have only seen a few in my 12 years living here. And only twice out hiking -- once in SNP, on the road and once along the my street while walking.
