My snake was not very active at first so I had to take the hide off him and I like to bring my hand around the back and gently pick him up and try to support as much of his body as i can with one hand until I get him all the way out then provide some more support. Lately though, Ive seen him out a little more so I take him out for a few minutes when ive already seen him roaming and then I put him back and get back to roaming his tank. I know most people say that BPs are shy and like to hide and all, and that boas are supposed to be the ones that are tough to get back in their tank, but my BP hates to go back in his tank. He always raises his head and tries to get a grip on something to keep from going back in. I have even seen him come over to the opening when he saw me approaching and start reaching for it, I guess in hopes I would take him out (which I of course did). While my boa has given me no problems about going back into his tank. A little weird.