Went to my first GC today a few minute walk from my house. Right where I assume the gc was hidden was a HUUUGE copperhead curled up under the brush. Thankfully I had tied my dog up a few trees away by the trail and had a long stick to move around the brush with but as soon as I saw that thing I lept back pretty fast and grabbed my dog, sat on the nearby bench and watched it for a few minutes before leaving. The snake didnt seem to be leaving anytime soon, either. For sure had the heeby jeebies the rest of the day hunting....Couldnt muster up the courage to dig out a bunch of dead mulchy leaves and rotted logs to get to the second stop's gc (which I could see, just not get to) People around here should really take these critters into consideration when hiding. Next time I am wearing my tall boots! Thankfully the third and final stop of the day resulted in a find that didnt have me worried about any venomous snakes! Ahh got to love Texas....