Either your camera was snapping shots like crazy or the snake wasn't in too much of a hurry to get away. I had enough trouble keeping up with the little bugs! They kept scurrying away and hiding under stuff.
I'm amazed by the variety of snakes you find. I think the only snake we have around these parts is the garter snake. Just as well though; so many people have a phobia for snakes.
This one was calm and moved slow. It actually responded really well to the whole situation.
Perhaps we need to start calling you the Snake Whisperer? Seems you can handle them without freaking them out.