ajarnpot Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 That time of year again when the snakes come out, I'm getting into the car in the early hours and don't see the buggers. Where do I find a decent snake repellant? have no idea if they are venemous snakes or not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Semper Posted July 25, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted July 25, 2012 I'm getting into the car in the early hours and don't see the buggers. How do you know there are snakes, if you don't see them? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I'm getting into the car in the early hours and don't see the buggers. How do you know there are snakes, if you don't see them? that is the way when you have a snake-phobia. They are all hiding in the dark...they only wait for the moment you aren't alert and than they attack..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soutpeel Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 (edited) I'm getting into the car in the early hours and don't see the buggers. How do you know there are snakes, if you don't see them? Because he is an all knowing Ajarn ? As regards his request for a decent snake repellant....easy its called a big stick and dont forget to buy your anti-venom kit and your night vision goggles so you can see the little buggers in the dark.. Edited July 25, 2012 by Soutpeel 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F1fanatic Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 There is a yellow powder that is used as a snake deterrent. Unfortunately, I've no idea what it is but if you ask a Thai I'm sure they will be able to tell you. Just walk slowly and stamp your feet as you go, and the snakes should make a sharp exit. They're as frightened of us as we are of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soutpeel Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Just walk slowly and stamp your feet as you go, and the snakes should make a sharp exit. They're as frightened of us as we are of them. Like this you mean ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F1fanatic Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Yes - I know I look extremely silly, but in the dark nobody can see and in long grass, I don't care! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kan Win Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 There is a yellow powder that is used as a snake deterrent. Unfortunately, I've no idea what it is but if you ask a Thai I'm sure they will be able to tell you. It is sulfur, but went it rains it is washed away. Be very careful how you use it. Win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I'm getting into the car in the early hours and don't see the buggers. How do you know there are snakes, if you don't see them? that is the way when you have a snake-phobia. They are all hiding in the dark...they only wait for the moment you aren't alert and than they attack..... Down the back of the sofa; up beyond the U-bend; in the slats under the mattress; curled up in the refrigerator condenser; sleeping inside your trousers; curled up in the foot of your boot... It pays to be cautious.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddhistVirus Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Snake - D. H. Lawrence A snake came to my water-trough On a hot, hot day, and I in pyjamas for the heat, To drink there. In the deep, strange-scented shade of the great dark carob-tree I came down the steps with my pitcher And must wait, must stand and wait, for there he was at the trough before me. He reached down from a fissure in the earth-wall in the gloom And trailed his yellow-brown slackness soft-bellied down, over the edge of the stone trough And rested his throat upon the stone bottom, And where the water had dripped the tap, in a small clearness, He sipped with his straight mouth, Softly drank through his straight gums, into his slack long body, Silently. Someone was before me at my water-trough, And I, like a second comer, waiting... & et al & etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 The only way to get them out is with a naked dance ceremony performed during a full moon. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 The only way to get them out is with a naked dance ceremony performed during a full moon. Only recommended for females for obvious reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pacificperson Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Play the Greatful Dead all night long on your patio speakers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loong Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 As F1fanatic says, walk heavily and create vibration, most snakes will get out of your way. Take them by surprise and they may attack, but if they are aware of your presence, they will avoid you. I've come across hundreds of snakes when working in the garden and only ever had one rear up, but that was because it was cornered. Still, it only threatened and when I backed off it moved away. There are a lot of snakes in Thailand, yet I am unaware of 1 person that has died or even got sick by being bitten by a snake. If you are prepared to drive on Thailand's roads, why be scared of snake? Guess what you are more likely to die from, a snake bite or road accident? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 As F1fanatic says, walk heavily and create vibration, most snakes will get out of your way. Take them by surprise and they may attack, but if they are aware of your presence, they will avoid you. I've come across hundreds of snakes when working in the garden and only ever had one rear up, but that was because it was cornered. Still, it only threatened and when I backed off it moved away. There are a lot of snakes in Thailand, yet I am unaware of 1 person that has died or even got sick by being bitten by a snake. If you are prepared to drive on Thailand's roads, why be scared of snake? Guess what you are more likely to die from, a snake bite or road accident? So long as you shake your trousers before you put them on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loong Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 As F1fanatic says, walk heavily and create vibration, most snakes will get out of your way. Take them by surprise and they may attack, but if they are aware of your presence, they will avoid you. I've come across hundreds of snakes when working in the garden and only ever had one rear up, but that was because it was cornered. Still, it only threatened and when I backed off it moved away. There are a lot of snakes in Thailand, yet I am unaware of 1 person that has died or even got sick by being bitten by a snake. If you are prepared to drive on Thailand's roads, why be scared of snake? Guess what you are more likely to die from, a snake bite or road accident? So long as you shake your trousers before you put them on... Only some women are scared of the farang trouser snake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsquared Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Same Same here.........plenty of snakes. I just trudge around like a baby chang (elephant) and I am usually full of it too...........chang. Get a dog........mine lets me know when a snake is about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daoyai Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I'm getting into the car in the early hours and don't see the buggers. How do you know there are snakes, if you don't see them? You know they are there when you don't see footprints. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banglay Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 I have noticed that when there's no Frogs, Gecko's or lizards in my garden there's usually a snake or 2 lurking around somewhere...in the last 4 year I've removed (never too return) ...................1 King Cobra. 1 Spectacled Cobra, 6 Malayan Pit Viper, 2 Green Pit viper., 4 baby Pythons and I've lost count of the Golden tree snakes .. I am afraid it's just a fact of life living in Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistitikimikis Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Same Same here.........plenty of snakes. I just trudge around like a baby chang (elephant) and I am usually full of it too...........chang. Get a dog........mine lets me know when a snake is about. MY IDIOT Ridgebacks not, even when one of my many visitors was praying at them when I came home one evening. They seems to love animals as much as I do................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennedy Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Something about dogs, have two, one is a snake killer, the other couldn't care less.The one, killed a 4ft. snake a couple months ago.My wife took it to the neighbor who had a fine dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistitikimikis Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Something about dogs, have two, one is a snake killer, the other couldn't care less.The one, killed a 4ft. snake a couple months ago.My wife took it to the neighbor who had a fine dinner. aroi? Python tastes like eel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semper Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 Something about dogs, have two, one is a snake killer, the other couldn't care less.The one, killed a 4ft. snake a couple months ago.My wife took it to the neighbor who had a fine dinner. aroi? Python tastes like eel. .....more like frog or chicken, but edible for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thongkorn Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 There are some plants that Snakes don't like, many people die every year in Thailand because of snake bites , treat all snakes as dangerous. I always walk heavy when in the Jungle. (Bing), Leaches are a bigger problem, you cannot hear them when they bite, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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