As we scouted this high water area off the highway, I noticed a snake slithering nearby.  Gently pulling Teddy away, I steered her away from our friend.  She is definitely NOT a fan of snakes!  We set up and had to paint fast, because that light was fading fast.  The wildlife was out - I also saw a muskrat and another snake swimming in that creek before we called it good.  It is amazing how different this creek looks each year I return to it!  Always beautiful!  Painting number 2420 in 2420 days.