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Watch Out For Rattlesnakes When Spending Time Outdoors In Colorado

DENVER (CBS4)- A warning for those who plan to be outside in Colorado this weekend: watch out for rattlesnakes! Snakes are becoming more active as they emerge from their dens.

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CBS4's Dominic Garcia talked with Colorado Parks and Wildlife about snakes.

"Wear some sturdy hiking boots. Don't ever go in open-toed shoes or anything like that. Keep your earbuds out so you can hear a rattlesnake, not always but most of the time you can hear that distinctive rattle," said Jason Clay with Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

CPW also said to keep your dog on a leash so they don't wander and encounter a snake.

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