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All the containers in this series are similar as well as the hides. Neither the puzzles nor the hides should be too difficult although some will be more challenging than others. Those that want a real challenge can attempt to find at least 50 puzzles on the same day and can qualify for the Very Puzzling Day Challenge, GC4GTY0.

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Kansas has 38 species of snakes. Only 5 species are venomous, 4 of which are various rattlesnakes. The 5th is commonly known as a Copperhead. Of the 5 subspecies of Copperheads, the one we have in Kansas is known as the Osage Copperhead.

Since most Kansas snakes are harmless, and most of the poisonous ones have rattles, it's time for some Copperhead education.

Copperheads prefer to live in the same places as geocaches: wooded areas, among rocks, stone walls, decaying stumps, and under large flat stones.

Because they are cold-blooded, during the summer then tend to hide during the day and become active at night.

The Copperhead accounts for the largest number of snake bites in the US every year but are rarely fatal.

No one has died from a venomous snakebite in Kansas for over 50 years. If you do get bit by a snake you expect to be venomous, seek medical attention. Keep the bitten body part elevated and do not drive yourself if possible. And most of all, try to stay calm.

To help you become more familiar with the distinctive pattern of the Osage Copperhead, here is a photo:

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