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Timber Rattlesnakes
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by SimplySnakes on September 24, 2006
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Hello to all,
I was curious if anyone had info on the Timber Rattlesnakes in the North Georgia region? I was going to be in the area in mid October and would like to possibly spy one laying out before the winter arrives. I am only guessing that they should be near densites preparing for hibernation at this time of year.
With only two days to explore the mountains, I would like to narrow it down a little. I will be camping in Blairsville. The area is in prime habitat, but not sure of what those temps might be then. I am guessing highs in the 60 to 70 range, lows in the 30-40's.
The more I think of it it sounds like a goose chase. :)
I will probably see more garter snakes and salamanders. If it gets too cool I will just go fishing. Thanks for any advise.
Sincerely,
Paul
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by Cro on September 24, 2006
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Paul, you have some chance of seeing Timber Rattlesnakes crossing roads that time of year, as they head back to den sites from summer feeding areas. Anytime from say 2:30 till about 5:00 p.m., assuming the temps are not too cool by then. If you do see one, you will know that there is probably a den somewhere up on the mountain above the area, but den sites are mighty hard to find, and closely guarded secrets by those who know the locations.
You should also ask all the locals up there you see if they ever see rattlesnakes, and you just might get some insight to a specific area where they have seen several crossing a road at the same place time and time again. If you find that, you might want to hike up the mountain. Remember though that deer and bear hunting season is going on that time of year, so wear an orange vest if you go traipsing up an mountain.
If you want to cruise mountain roads in the afternoon looking for crossing snakes, remember that dens are often on South or South West facing slopes, so I would concentrate on roads on the S, or SW sides of mountains.
And if you here banjo music playing the dueling banjos from the theme song from Deliverence while you are hiking those areas, get the heck out of the area, LOL ! There are still some ``rustic`` folks living back on some of the more isolated dirt roads in that region. The possibility of running up on a moonshine still way up on some mountain still exists in some areas there.
Hope this helps.
Best Regards JohnZ
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by SimplySnakes on September 24, 2006
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Hey John,
I know exactly what you mean by rustic areas. I once went up to a "uninhabitable" house in South Carolina. No windows, doors and the roof partially gone, only to find someone greet me when I was getting ready to go inside! Scared me to death!
I have a idea where to look, but was not sure about the temps that time of year. I know out in Indiana there is a place where snakes cross a certain park road and it is pretty cool then also. I'll post some pics if I come across anything.
If I see Ned Beatty I will run. ;)
Sincerely,
Paul
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by timberrattlesnake89 on September 28, 2006
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Sadly I think North Ga pretty much dead now. It has been way to dry up there now. I have gone up to two of my favorite spots where I normally find at least 3-5 snakes every trip but in two weekends I have only found one small water snake. I believe the snakes have already gone into burmation. I went up yesturday to my favorite water snake spot of found nothing which is the first time ever.
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by timberrattlesnake89 on September 28, 2006
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If you came back here two years ago you would have a lot higher chance of finding something. I was catching snakes including Timbers until late October in 2004.
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by SimplySnakes on September 28, 2006
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Well, it's really a vacation to the mountains. If I see a good spot, I may come back in the spring. I was told by the people who own the cabin we are renting that Timbers have been spotted recently. They told me of a place where they are "commonly" found on a trail this time of year. It's been ten years since I have been there. Even if we see nothing, it will be nice to get away.
The fishing is still good. :)
Paul
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