Black Forest Trail, PA

Wow, I didn't think the rattlers would draw so much interest. Here's a video of my favorite encounter. I had to go off trail a little to stay out of striking distance and the noise that made threw him into full alert. The video says it better. Picture quality is off, but all I had was a pocket digital camera, it was in a deep dark hollow, and I was trying to walk at the same time.

Watch as he pulls his tail under his body. I'm no expert, but it seems to me he was getting in a better strike position. I didn't notice this until I watched the video at home.

Enjoy.

http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/gander6/?action=view&current=BFT090814075.flv
 
hello mr. snake
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:eek::D
 
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I have always wanted to check that area out too. Hiked all thru the ANF and Laurel Highlands, someday I have to make the trip over there to see our (PA) "grand canyon".
 
gander6 said:
Wow, I didn't think the rattlers would draw so much interest. Here's a video of my favorite encounter. I had to go off trail a little to stay out of striking distance and the noise that made threw him into full alert. The video says it better. Picture quality is off, but all I had was a pocket digital camera, it was in a deep dark hollow, and I was trying to walk at the same time.

Watch as he pulls his tail under his body. I'm no expert, but it seems to me he was getting in a better strike position. I didn't notice this until I watched the video at home.

Enjoy.

http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/gander6/?action=view&current=BFT090814075.flv
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nice vid man.. thats a dark rattler
 
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