The fear of snakes is one of the most common phobias in humans. A simple sighting seems to be something that most of us inherently dread. Combine this apprehension while hiking in the woods, and a stick lying across the trail can mistakenly send our brains into defense mode.
Snakes even deter many people from getting out and exploring our beautiful forests altogether, especially in the summer months. We often cast them as the villains of the trail, but the truth is that our slithery friends get a bad rap.
As with most things regarding the outdoors in general, skills and knowledge allow us to safely explore. So, letâs debunk the myths, and not let snakes discourage us from hiking!