10/16/2026
Tick or treat, watch your hands and feet 🎃🐍
Our center manages several rattlesnake bites annually, one in particular occurred on Halloween night. A child, while out trick or treating, came across what was thought to be a decorative plastic snake. The child picked up the snake, and upon doing so, the snake turned and struck the child’s hand.
This serves as reminder that rattlesnake safety is important—even on days like Halloween. To ensure your Halloween remains festive and fun keep these safety tips in mind to prevent a rattlesnake bite:
🎃Ensure walking paths are well-lit, use flashlights and make sure outdoor lights are turned on.
🐍Stay on walking paths and avoid walking through overgrown areas.
🎃Monitor children and do not let them pick up anything that looks like a snake.
🐍 Remember, snakes and other venomous creatures may be more active at dusk and into the evenings. This coincides with the time families are out trick or treating; always be aware of where you are stepping.
🎃If children are wearing masks as part of their costume, ensure they can clearly see through their mask and walk safely.
🚑 If a rattlesnake bite happens, seek medical attention immediately at a hospital.
