Since moving to East Tennessee a year ago, I have only once came apon a venomous snake, A copperhead! They were abundent where I grew up. After the encounter, I did my homework on what snakes we have in Tennessee, 32 species of snakes only four are venomous. These four are the copperhead, pigmy rattler,cottonmouth, and the timber rattler. Sometimes when we are out on these feilds or in the woods looking for camps, its a good walk back to your vehicle or other signs of help if bitten. Two things that you might consider adding to your pack so you are prepared for the unlikely event of being bitten is a snake bite kit, and activated charcoal. The latter comes in pill or powder, and can be obtained from most food stores. It is one of the best ways to eliminate or reduce the poisons. IF YOU USE CHARCOAL, YOU SHOULD STILL SEEK MED.HELP FROM A DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. eVERYONE BE SAFE, Scott
