SNAKE BITE

New York, Shawangunks

On July 6,1985, a man (27) was leading Black Fly (5.5) when he was bitten by a copperhead snake. He did not fall. (Source: Tom Scheuer, Senior Ranger, Mohonk Preserve)

(Editor’s Note: This is one of the few instances where a victim of snake bite did not fall or jump. A good decision.)