I never saw as many snakes as you do on my walks when I lived in Tucson. Must be the time of day we chose. You're out in the early morning. I'd go out in the late afternoon. (All evidence to the contrary, I am not a morning person.)

I've seen a lot more since I moved to NM. Out in the desert on my horse, I'd just let them move on and leave them alone. (But I was always watching!)

On my property though, it does not end well for them. I don't look forward to any of it. Ever.