Not far from the Fraser River bank.

Here\'s more information: http://www.bcreptiles.ca/snakes/westterrgarter.htm ===== The Wandering Garter Snake can be found in most parts of southern B.C., including Vancouver Island, and as far north as the Peace River district. They are very aquatic snakes, and are rarely found far from water, either fresh or marine. During the summer, these snakes prefer open areas like meadows and estuaries. Their winter hibernacula usually are in south-facing rocky outcrops, and they may have to travel quite far between their summer and winter homes, depending on the local availability of each. =====