Wolf shared a good idea at the RTR about how to make your own snake gaiters to protect your lower legs from rattlesnake bite. Get a leather jacket from Goodwill, cut off the sleeves for gaiters and then you would still be able to use the rest as a vest.<br><br>Just make sure the leathers' thick enough to keep the fangs from penetrating. You could use 2 layers if necessary.<br><br>Here's an article on DIY gaiters (chaps)-<br>http://www.ehow.com/way_5347397_homemade-snake-proof-chaps.html