If you encounter a snake, and you aren t sure if it is a rattler, leave it alone anyway. Snakes help keep rodent populations in balance and mean no harm to you. Remember, their fear of you is equal to or greater than your fear of them. Seek professional medical assistance as soon as possible Seek professional medical assistance as soon as possible. Utah has the usual insects that can give painful stings and bites, and you are much more likely to get stung by a wasp than get bitten by a snake in the wilds.
Insects can make camping less than enjoyable during certain times of the year.
When selecting a campsite, avoid marshy areas where mosquitoes thrive. Insect repellents using DEET have been found to be most effective in avoiding these pests. Newer formulations limit your exposure to this harmful substance by time-releasing the chemical slowly, extending the effectiveness of the application without overexposure. If you are unfortunate enough to receive a number of mosquito bites, try rubbing ammonia on the lumps to minimize the itch associated with them. After Bite also makes a very effective product for stopping the itch of mosquito bites.