Here’s What To Do If You See A Rattlesnake At Red Rock Canyon

Danger noodles. Hissy Pants. Sneks. Whatever you want to call them, if you hear maracas and you don't see a fiesta, chances are you're too close to a rattlesnake. Turns out they are out in full force in and around the Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center.

The particular type of snake they've come across is the "Crotalus stephensi", a.k.a. the "Panamint Rattlesnake". The are found in half of Southern Nevada, as well as California. Needless to say, you need to look out for them.

You bet your ass it's venomous. If you get the fangs and you aren't treated right away, its venom could cause internal hemorrhaging, paralysis, shock, coma or death. No big deal.

Like a snake. In particular, it blends in with the desert motif. Brown or gray, tan or reddish. They can be as long as four and a half feet in length, but they are sneaky little sneks and can slither up and strike from a distance.

Only one way to find out and we aren't about to go figuring it out.

Red Rock Canyon suggests keeping your eyes on the ground as much as you do on the scenery around you. The mountains may be gorgeous, but so is the well marked path you plan on staying on. Speaking of, stay on that path. If you can't see where your foot is going down, you can't see your impending doom.

Stop. Slowly back away. Get at least 10 feet between you. Don't yell at it. They don't understand English. They just understand death. So, slowly back away, make some distance, then run like the dickens.

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You occasionally hear the saying "the pictures don't do it justice" in regards to something or somewhere beautiful. Kanarra Falls, just north of St. George, Utah, is one of those places.

It was actually the pictures that drew me to the spot many years ago. This low-to-moderately challenging hike that had stunning views, gorgeous waterfalls and promises to make your boots slightly muddy.

Lets start with booking, because you'll need to pay $12 to be one of 150 permitted guests to the hike per day. The falls were becoming so well-traveled that the community decided to institute a permitting system. When you take the trip, you'll greatly appreciate the beauty of the trail being unmarred by countless spectators. It's quiet, calm and peaceful.

I began my journey around 11am. The four-mile round trip hike starts with a "dry mile" or so. Up an incline, down and around until you eventually come across the water you've been hearing. While you aren't in the water for much of this, I considered it the more difficult of the two miles due to the elevation changes. Doable by nearly all, though.

The second mile is the "damp" mile. You'll be dipping in and out of sometimes ankle-deep water. Eventually you'll turn a corner and stare down a slot canyon. This is where the fun begins and the jaws drop. You'll see pictures below, but know that as beautiful as they and the video above are, they do not hold a candle to being there.

Despite it being high-noon, the shadows were plenty in between these towering rocks, water under my feet. As I continued into the mountain, I could hear the distant rumbling of a waterfall. This is the picture I have seen and wanted to experience in person. Around the corner I went and... there it was. Water is incredibly powerful and majestic and seeing it rush past me was awe-inspiring.

The way past the waterfall has gotten an upgrade recently. Formerly a piece of lumber and some metal "steps" with a support rope, the climb is as simple as a step up a metal staircase. If that seems a little too boring, don't worry. A little further down you'll pass "the boulder", which is a quasi-second waterfall. That climb requires stepping on knotty tree trunks to maneuver your way upwards.

Walk a little further and you'll get to an absolutely stunning amphitheater-like finish point for most. Trees, places to sit down and have yourself a picnic, and all the serenity you could ask for. I planted myself down here for 30 minutes, took pictures (for you to see) and munched on a granola bar, all while taking in the view I had just earned.

There is a second "falls" behind a slot canyon with deeper waters just beyond this point that I didn't catch but... there's always next time.

While I wouldn't suggest this for younger kids (1st grade or below), it is not a treacherous rapid. It's the loose or slick rock you may step on that will get you. I had a couple near misses, but mainly due to not paying attention. Otherwise, wow. You've got to find a way to see this.

I would gladly take the trip up again this weekend to do it again. If you find yourself with a free day and a sense of adventure, book your required permit and get ready to head west on Interstate 15. It will be one of those experiences you think of fondly for years to come.

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It was a fun week on Aimee+Shawn and things kicked off with the legend: Barry Manilow.

Aimee was getting people into her special W.I.N.O.S. event to see the music icon at Westgate Las Vegas, and the station headed out to see him. You know what? Barry is pushing 80 years old, and we are kind of obsessed at how hard he brought it.

Over the weekend, Shawn's son Mario learned what "F.A.F.O." is. He played on the stairs despite being told dozens of times not to. Well, you know what happened next and Shawn thinks each stair taught his kid a valuable lesson.

Years ago, Aimee started talking to a boy over the phone. Her friend was trying to set them up when she was in 6th grade. After hours of talking she couldn't wait to meet him. Once she did, she couldn't wait to leave. Does this make her a bad person?

Shawn's wife really wants to go to an Easter egg hunt event with the kids this year. Problem is... the event she wanted to go to is run by Shawn's old station. He put the kibosh on that right away. Not to mention Aimee and Shawn both agree that these events are absolutely terrible and you put your kid's life at risk every time.

They are changing the lyrics to "Kiss The Girl" for the live action The Little Mermaid remake. This is Aimee's favorite movie, and her favorite song from the movie. Why is this song being considered so troublesome now?!

We've got more tickets to check out Kelly Clarkson at Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood PLUS one grand prize winner will get flown to Los Angeles to see Kelly tape her daytime TV show live! Plus tickets to 3 Doors Down... and a shot at $1000 Stimmy Checks!

We partied with Aimee for her latest W.I.N.O.S. event at Westgate Las Vegas to see the legendary Barry Manilow, and you know what, guy still has it!

Shawn's son Mario has been told several times to stop playing on the stairs. Well... he just learned why.

It is an act of deception that may never be forgiven. When you and your mate start watching a show together, but one of them continues watching without you. Aimee's hubby just did this and she's PISSED.

The super popular Instagram account Viral Vegas hit us with a bunch of fake news stories for April 1st... and while some of them were silly, we wish some of them were real.

Shawn just wanted to watch a movie, but someone in the theater started slamming something he did for a living for over a decade.

Love is a fickle thing. Sure, you could connect with someone mentally, but if you aren't feeling it physically does that make you a monster?

Aimee noticed Justin Timberlake's face was looking a little puffy. We think he might have gotten some work done NOT THAT THERE'S ANYTHING WRONG WITH THAT!

First rule of Scum Bucket Club... tell everyone about Scum Bucket Club.

Shawn made it to work on time. He just had to skip, you know, showering.

If you listen to the radio, watch TV or pass billboards in Las Vegas, you know how big lawyer ads are here. A new lawyer has entered the arena with a banger.

Aimee really wanted to go on a whale watch. Her Greek God of a military vet husband is all kinds of nope about it.

The reviews are in for "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" and critics are widely panning it. But the fans love it. Why do we let movie critics try to snob us out of the theater?!

Aimee picks her battles... and this is one she's PICKED. She hates the way her husband loads the dishwasher. He hates how she does it. Now it's a kitchen war.

We believe in the concept of "consent" and raise our kids accordingly. But how the heck has it gotten to this?!

Both Aimee and Shawn have fallen victim to the Easter Egg Hunt event. Swarms of oaf adults knocking over children so their kid gets a plastic egg with a tiny bag of "Whoppers" inside. Is it worth it? No. It's not.

A story about two councilwomen fighting at Las Vegas City Hall jogged Shawn's memory about his childhood bully. There's a lot of hurt there, obvi.

Shawn GENUINELY believes he could land a plane in an emergency, or do a decent job in the "big leagues". Is he nuts?

When Aimee spilled red wine on her brand new beige couch, she was mortified. She found a product that cleaned it and now she won't shut up about it.

Aim's about to hit the road with the fam for Easter, and before they do she wanted an oil change. The call to let her know her car was ready was... to say the least... a bit aggressive.