I know you said that the snake is non venomous but i reckon it would still sting a bit if you got bit by one of those..... and he/she looks pretty mean and angry. You wouldn't catch me within 100 feet of one of those..... You're clearly a lot braver than me..... and I'm guessing your children are absolutely fearless when it comes to the crazy critters you find in your garden!!!! Unlike wimps like me!