Searching for Lifer Timber Rattlesnakes in NY

[@kenwintin3014]

Been herping for about 70 years. You are doing a great job in many ways.. It is refreshing to see a KZbin herper who knows how to turn rocks properly and safely. Camera work could use a little improvement, but time will take care of that. Keep up the good work. I subscribed and hope to see many more vids.

[@adamr13903]

All around nice work and I admire your restraint with some of these comments. I'm heading out this weekend to see about getting some photos. They may not be terribly exciting, but I have always had a particular liking for a nice docile ringneck or green grass snake.

[@mrzredbadger7848]

great snakes and most impressed you took the initiative to remove trash

[@HudsonHerper]

Thanks :]

[@woodsmanwhitesmith6928]

i must agree , great video and good job removing the trash ! you have my respect for that one move , taking the time to clean up after some guy who couldn't be bothered to do it himself . i subbed .

[@saulgoodmanfromthehittvsho1314]

I agree, thank you man, as a Satanist myself I respect and admire nature as it is Lucifer's work. I actually went down to a beautiful creek today just to clean up! So thank you sir, and be careful out there, remember, rattlers are extremely territorial. 🇺🇸🇺🇸👹👹👹🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤❤

[@kaidosbuddyagaindoberman9119]

Dutchess county herper here, albeit not much luck as of late (specifically was a dull fall for me herping). Glad to see another person out there herping. Anywhere in Dutchess county you’d recommend??

[@loub747]

Great job moving the trash. I may need to get out your way and herp. So many flippable rocks! Looks like quite a few mosquitoes or flies too.

[@guyinpajamapants6892]

If this is where I think it is, I’ve never seen one in over 35 years! In the 80’s there were many fires that drove them down and a 6’ long TR was killed on someone’s patio!! Without giving it away, I hear that you are guaranteed to see or hear one. Not to mention it’s the highest concentration of copperheads in NY.

[@rdh9155]

Yesterday on a Hike in Harriman State Park I saw my first ever Timber Rattlesnake it was literally on top of the Mountain in very sunny spot like 10” from the Hiking Trail. Btw I have seen Northern Water Snakes , Rat Snakes but this Timber Rattlesnake is my first .

[@Mikinct]

Does one need to keep a bottle of Anti Venom while hiking in known areas of Rattlesnakes? if accidentally bitten how long until the poison takes effect? Don't think one would have time to wait for help to find you on a trail then able to administer proper medicine or transport one to the local hospital in time to rescue and full recovery?

[@homesteadfromscratch]

Where about in UC? I live in UC and have never come across one (good thing, I am not a snake person). I have had the surprise of being on the Ashokan Reservoir twice when these Black snakes decided to leave from under the boat seat I was standing next to and went right between my legs. One was absolutely without exaggeration a 7'+ and fatter than those rattlers you found. It slowly made it's way up the gunwale and then exited.

[@jamescollins1578]

I love ringnecks as a landscaper i see them alot, most of the time tucked in small shrubs and bushes and in piles of leaves against houses..

[@DinoMeat-qw4lg]

Rattlesnakes in New York? I live in New York and I never knew that there were rattlesnakes here. That's... concerning... 😟

[@dougsmith3821]

Yes we have em all over western ny. Noone ever believes me when I say we do until just 4 days ago I found a huge 4 foot timber rattlesnake in canisteo ny. But ppl will tell ya we don't have em. Until ya show em a picture

[@Wontstop975]

We have them all Over New York all the way along the southern border, through the Hudson valley and the Adirondacks, plus the Pygmy rattle snake in Syracuse

[@Damien.layne1]

They are everywhere. I catch them all the time in st.lawrwnce county area

[@dionysis84]

@@Wontstop975what is a pygmy rattlesnake? I’m like a half hour from Cuse…

[@Wontstop975]

@@dionysis84 the eastern massasauga rattlesnake

[@toadslayer72]

What an excellent video of a great day. I love the variety of herps. I've seen tons of Timbers over the years and I can only think of one that was in a hurry to hide. Not only were your snakes quick to be on the move but they were quick to rattle too. As you see more, you'll find that they usually give you more time to observe them. One thing I might suggest as you continue to document your finds is to use your handheld camera to take video in conjunction with the hat cam. It's nice to be able to zoom in for video footage. It won't hinder your photography capability either. This is fantastic video, it's great that you were able to capture your first Timber(s) on video the way you did. Good luck and continued success. We live in a Timber rich area.

[@HudsonHerper]

toadslayer72 Thank you very much! Yeah they must have been very warmed. Thanks that is a good idea! I have not yet tried to figure out recording with my dslr but I figure it is more than worth it. thank you again for the kind words and tips !

[@arthurschwartz8087]

My fiancé and I love herping we live in Monticello ny can you give a tip of what place we can go to find timbers thank you. Awsome video

[@PeterPSea]

Nice Channel , can't believe has less than 1k subs. Subscribed, keep up the great work sir!

[@glenbonura6149]

ITS GREAT TO SEE THE PASSION YOU HAVE

[@BlopO0396]

Ringnecks only get to 15 to 16 inches if I'm correct I know they don't get very big

[@HudsonHerper]

Yeah they don't get large, they are small snakes.

[@ryanwolter]

Great video, and congrats on all those timbers!!

[@HudsonHerper]

Herping SoCal thanks! I found another den semi close by with lots more! Im excited to check it out in august, hopefully babies.

[@ryanwolter]

Hudson Herper that's so cool! I subbed so I can't wait to get a video notification.

[@HudsonHerper]

Herping SoCal hopefully ill have another soon! Gonna road cruise later but its not as effective here as in the south/soutthwest

[@ryanwolter]

Hudson Herper can't wait. Good luck!

[@TaraHower]

I am pretty sure I saw a rattlesnake on the east coast. It looked like a southern pacific rattlesnake. Can I send you a few pictures and videos? Do you think you could identify it for me?

[@ccbsnyc]

Along the Rail Trail in Ancram there are signs warning of rattlesnakes and the woods resemble the ones you filmed here. They have been sighted many times in Sharon, Connecticut. There are many turtles in Dutchess and Columbia Counties and in the spring you often see them crossing the roads. Considerate drivers stop to let them pass.

[@kenny.g727]

Not sure where in NY you are herping but I grew up in the Hudson Valley and Kakiat Park is infested with Timber's. I live in Florida now but for great herping check it out ! They have had someone actually go missing up there and they found him yards away from the parking lot ,dead in the brush . He succumbed to a rattlesnake bite while trying to get back to his vehicle. This was probably atleast 30 years ago when I was living there ,but I'm sure the timber population there is still very healthy

[@javistrangepets7882]

Thanks for the spot!

[@kenny.g727]

@javistrangepets7882 You're welcome! Be careful up there . I've seen more rattlesnakes there in one day than I'd seen in 30 years hunting and fishing all over NY 👍

[@expiredwater4118]

Damn. I've lived in New York state all my life, and I've never encountered a timber rattlesnake.

[@michaelbechtel4944]

I had no idea there are rattlers and copper heads in New York

[@dougsmith3821]

They're all over. Just gotta look

[@ncherper7277]

Awesome video! I found my first timbers in NY also

[@HudsonHerper]

NCHerper NY has some lovely rattlesnakes!

[@Aidancordell]

I've searched for 3 years and the woods of Missouri and have yet to see one. Edit 2 months later : i saw one!!

[@misscandy84]

Ur lucky don't want to see a rattler

[@Aidancordell]

@@misscandy84 ive seen 4 so far

[@misscandy84]

@@Aidancordell were yu scared ?

[@Aidancordell]

@@misscandy84 nah

[@snakeowns]

Totally getting into Herping now!

[@Trakndwg]

Hudson, I am getting old and I have never seen a Timber Rattler in NYS. It is a dream of mine to one day see one. I am in good shape and could get into any habitat I need to. Would you consider guiding me?

[@alienxyt]

Man, I used to climb every weekend at the Gunks in New Paltz. It looked exactly like that. We saw a handful of harmless snakes over the years but never even thought about stepping on a rattler or copperhead. Never even heard anyone talk about snake encounters. And we always walked off barefoot because the climbing shoes were so tight. Cool video!!

[@HudsonHerper]

Yeah the gunks definitely has copperheads and rattlesnakes, I would say copperheads are a more real risk though, as the habitat they like is similar to rock climbing areas. Next time bring a second pair of comfortable hiking shoes to be safe!

[@BlueCyann]

Yeah, I grew up in Sullivan County terrain that looked just like that, running and climbing and playing over all the rocks all the time, and never remember seeing or hearing a snake. Never once even thought about it. You'd know they were around when someone mentioned hitting a rattlesnake with their car or something. I once saw a timber in Minnewaska, decades later, just chilling on the side of a dirt road. Not a climbing area, just woods.

[@itzchazma865]

those were some nice finds especially the timbers

[@HudsonHerper]

ItzChazma yeah! I have found a lot more since then if you check out my other videos! Ill be posting a video of two other densites within the next week or so too!

[@itzchazma865]

ill be watching for sure

[@markmoody703]

That's cool I never realized we had rattlesnakes

[@kennyshepherd8311]

That's one statement I'll NEVER say, "I hope I find a rattlesnake!" :(

[@HudsonHerper]

I say it all the time!

[@JaylenBieber]

This is NY, what part bud? Where in New York? I used to live in the city. Used to catch garter snakes water snakes and ribbon snakes in East Tremont Pelham Bay and Woodlawn. Don't forget guys always put them back respect nature and it will respect you..

[@bigappleherper458]

Man that copperhead was awesome! Same with the Timbers and box turtle! Congrats 👍

[@HudsonHerper]

Big Apple Herper thanks! I figured I was more likely to find a timber than a copperhead aha. I cant complain.

[@partyguy9]

You actually saw it?? All i see is leaves and rocks in that clip

[@misscandy84]

Although here in New York we have water snakes no water moccasins in New York

[@GreyEagle3]

I seen one today. i didn't like it. i couldn't figure out what the noise was and i look in the direction with my dogs and it was a rattlesnake...we got out of there fast.

[@HallowsTV14]

But I see ring neck snakes ALL the time they are pretty common here but most of them are small

[@ToddAutry]

Great video. I want to make some more like this.

[@HudsonHerper]

Do it! There are hardly any POV herp videos out there and I find them to be the most enjoyable.

[@ToddAutry]

I will try some. Check out a few of mine on my channel. I used some techniques to get close to some rattlers

[@omochikaerihanyuu]

Where the rattlesnakes were, there was another in the rock above, and a racer (racers more obvious)

[@awakeningtotheuniverse7154]

Where the hell are you to find that many snakes? Dude also I love you for picking up the garbage thanks for doing that.

[@misscandy84]

Tongue mountain has loada of rattlers and catteskills

[@HallowsTV14]

I live in Delaware but I never see copperheads or timber rattlesnakes, I really really want to see one. I love snakes

[@lamecow21]

I'm heading upstate to hopefully see my first to see my first timber today. what time of day did you herp at?

[@HudsonHerper]

lamecow21 this was taken around 1-2 but its not necessarily the best time to see them. Its mostly temperature/weather dependant

[@misscandy84]

No no u dont want to see a rattler

[@Thecircustapes]

Oh god learning these deadly snakes live this far north scares me i thought i wad safe until a guy near my house got killed by one :(

[@baycountryshorething3250]

WOW jus curious how far from Rochester NY are you thanks great find.

[@HudsonHerper]

5 hours give or take?

[@Mcdashiznit]

nice footage u are a great herper

[@HudsonHerper]

Thanks a lot!

[@hashy666]

I would love to capture photos of a timber!! Any suggestions for a good spot?

[@BlaiseByrd]

Great video! I remember being that ecstatic about my first one!

[@HudsonHerper]

Blazed Herping this was me trying to keep it cool aha

[@allclades]

Awesome, great day herping.

[@HudsonHerper]

outofdoorstv thanks! That it was!

[@brettmoyer6455]

Where in New York is this?

[@melissatodd1135]

Was this on tongue mountain ? And we're yu scared at all

[@johnbishop2478]

At 6:40 in a rock there is a snake

[@CatchItbrothers]

Good stuff man! Gotta love timbers

[@HudsonHerper]

Thanks! By far my favorite snake to see.

[@folgargrimm6811]

Cant see the Copper head at all?

[@brendancramphorn44]

Cute little rattle snakes, can I haz them? They are super cute and I want to kiss one!

[@meslem99]

Just curious, were you wearing snake proof boats?

[@HudsonHerper]

I was wearing thick leather boots and snake gaiters (essentially shin guards)

[@DavidBerquist334]

are they like the ones in tx.

[@HudsonHerper]

David Berquist you mean the small black one with an orange ring behind ita head? It would be a Northern Ringneck Snake. In Tx you have a different subspecies of ringneck snake but they are very similar.

[@NomadicBristolview]

How common are these guys in NY, namely the copperhead and timbers? Any tips for off trail hikers? I tend to explore Rocky areas like that, perhaps a really bad idea.

[@HudsonHerper]

Jason Oliver They aren't generally common. NYS DEC has range maps which should be semi-accurate. But yes I would exercise extreme caution when putting your hands in/near rocky(especially sunny) places. Avoid them altogether if possible and watch your step.

[@NomadicBristolview]

Hudson Herper Putting my hands in, definitely not going to happen. walking past a crack or gap however, that's fairly likely.

[@HudsonHerper]

Jason Oliver you should be fine walking past them. Their first response is to sit still so unless you step directly on it or reach in a crevice you should be okay. You could purchase snake gaiters, they are kneeguards to repel any bites on the leg/calf.

[@NomadicBristolview]

Hudson Herper Down in New Mexico, we wore snake gaiters. Up here in NY, I didn't think they were a concern, until watching your videos.

[@DavidBerquist334]

what was the little one you held

[@HudsonHerper]

Ringnecked snake. Unless you mean the one I held with a hook, that was a northern black racer

[@r1conobe]

Wow!! Amazing day!!

[@azzir325]

In NYS according to DEC law, ALL reptiles and amphibians are fully protected. The only ones that can be taken are snapping turtles and frogs but only during their respective open seasons. I enjoyed your video though.

[@HudsonHerper]

That is correct. No herps were taken.

[@BlaiseByrd]

"Scared the fff....spoooh out of me" 😂

[@HudsonHerper]

Blazed Herping I have a bad habit of cursing ahah. wanted to keep it off video lol

[@alexismoronta1860]

Would love to do this

[@milessolsky3156]

How do you find your spots?

[@cicibradley2809]

What's up with 2 foot hooks? And how often do you find juvenile rattlers?

[@HudsonHerper]

Cici Bradley I dont use the hook to handle, just flip some rocks so a smaller sturdier hook works better. Uhh I find Juvi rattlers occasionally, except birthing season where there are a ton.

[@connorarmstrong3209]

What state is this in? Also, awesome video!

[@HudsonHerper]

New york

[@tjsquib8359]

Could anyone else not see the coperhead

[@HudsonHerper]

Its pretty hard to see

[@psymind7137]

What's your method of looking for herpable spots? Key things to look for etc

[@HudsonHerper]

dillon macdonald depends on what species im looking for, time, weather, etc.

[@tomatkinson6996]

Psy MIND First off, never ever flip rocks, your desecrating den habitat/rookery areas! The Timber Rattlesnake is strictly protected by law. The copperhead you saw is a N.copperhead. My close friend has been marking rattles for many years studying den populations as well as geographical distribution. I still can't believe you in these areas flipping rocks

[@HudsonHerper]

@@tomatkinson6996 you replied to the wrong person lad. I specifically flip rocks that would not be utilized by Timbers so while I appreciate your concern it is misplaced. Cheers!

[@kz-_reflex1033]

Could you maybe try and catch me slimy salamander and send it to me please

[@misscandy84]

When yu say Hudson pl say not like glensfalls

[@guyinpajamapants6892]

Dutchess County?

[@chrisjones8515]

Easter woods turtle very rare and protected.....

[@HudsonHerper]

I didn't see any wood turtles in this video.. I saw an eastern box turtle. Wood turtles are protected but I wouldn't necessarily consider them rare.

[@misscandy84]

Have passion for non venmous snakes bc they don't bite

[@partyguy9]

I cannot see this copperhead for the life of me..

[@kz-_reflex1033]

And a box turtle please

[@vladtheimpaler5550]

which town is this located?

[@HudsonHerper]

VLAD THE IMPALER its a secret

[@vladtheimpaler5550]

you're funny.

[@designeddino]

@@vladtheimpaler5550 don't ask for peoples locations creep

[@vladtheimpaler5550]

@KIngDicko fuck yourself, idiot.

[@jackandstacilarcade7650]

Can you send me a snake and please send it carefully if you do. I 💙 snakes! Thank you! Address will be sent when you answer.

[@HudsonHerper]

Jack and Staci Larcade No. Lol

[@pokeypeter]

Where are you at so I can stay away from it?

[@misscandy84]

Woah copperheads in ny

[@misscandy84]

I hope no rattlers my way in ny

[@wuphat]

Your camera work is.nauseating

[@HudsonHerper]

Thanks! Your videos are really nice

[@kimberlywilliams7543]

KILL IT BEFORE IT KILLS YOU ARE A HIKER!!!

[@HudsonHerper]

Kimberly Williams snakes are an important part of our ecosystem and belong in the woods more than I do. Killing snakes is stupid. Not to mention illegal and dangerous.

[@Hundert1]

If you truly love snakes so much just camp a bunch of days in the right spot. Maybe you'll wake up with a few venomous snakes slithering in your crotch and around your entire body. Maybe if the deadly venomous snakes find out your looking for them, they come looking for you in your bedroom sometime. Now you'll be so happy, wouldn't that be COOL!

[@cellsforcheap4995]

Didn't know there were copperhead I'm Letchworth

[@brettmoyer6455]

Where was this?