catching a garter snake

[adamanteus]

cool where would i look for them? neer water,under logs?rock?

Yeah, all of those! Under debris is usually the easiest. I think it's still a little early in the year yet, though. I'm not too sure about your weather, as I'm in the UK, but later this evening there will be a lot more US members on line, they'll be better able to advise you on seasons.