Nice that you did some conservation, outreach, and education!
I can kind of understand people's fear, especially with young children or pets. I just hate those who feel it necessary to kill.
I've never seen or heard about any of our native snakes chasing anyone down...
Yes it was pretty funny watching the young snake kill his mouse and then get the willies every time he tried to swallow it. Wish I'd recorded it but smart phones weren't around yet.
Love Gary Larson!