In some areas snake gaiters like those made by turtle skin and others are worth it for peace of mind. They double as thorn proofing too. Treated heavily with Sawyers spray they can help with ticks and chiggers also.
Have had many encounters with snakes, stepped on, had them curl up next to me on a picnic blanket, had one slide down my back biting into my shirt but not me. The only really aggressive ones I have encountered are Cotton mouth water moccasins, I have had others strike at me but there was always some provoking the Water Moccasins don't seem to need much to react aggressively.
Think about the cost of gaiters as cheap insurance. Snake treatment can cost $5-10,000 depending on severity, add in a helicopter and costs can double.
Last edited by Tejano; 06/04/20.
