GS is a decent WMA to take kids out, especially this time of the year when hunters have thinned out - with lots of orange on. While I would agree that the cooler weather keeps the snake sightings down but if you are getting in close to bayheads you still need to keep an eye out for moccasins and if striking out across palmetto flats watch for rattlers. I have spent over 100 days out here and have come up on a fair number (10) of good sized moccasins, a few pygmy rattlers, but no rattlers. But, about 4 seasons ago came up on a HUGE rattler off South Grade in Richloam. I would always have my guard up in the woods especially with kids if I am walking in very far! Although I like to put in some miles when out alone, when I have any of my kids with me I stay within a reasonable distance from the truck in case of emergencies.