Question about copperheads !

[50GI-Jess]

Hi all,
New here, and don't much about copperheads. I live in Arkansas in a very isolated place, and about 13 miles from town.

Within the last 3 years, the copperhead population has exploded in my yard. 2 snake experts has visited my area, and has never seen anything like it. And one guy has done it for 45 yrs. and has his own snake zoo too.

They say I have a major den close to the house, and have now nick named my yard "the Copperhead HWY". I catch over 30 a week, and this is just what I see close to my porch.

I can't make my self shoot them. However I also realize the fact, that it's only a matter of time before I'll get bitten etc.

What should I do ? Can I pay someone to locate the snake den? Is it possible to get completely rid of it? How much does it cost in medical care if bitten?
If nothing changes, will the population double or triple next year. Can I catch them, and sell them to professionals, like for medical cancer research etc.

What to do! Thanks for any help and suggestions.

Jess