The beaver and its valuable fur pelt played a key role in the settlement of North America. Mountain men were fur trappers first and foremost, and they scoured the American West through rough and rugged territory looking for beaver. Their trapping exploits gave them the experience and local knowledge to help guide settlers through mountain passes and over the safest routes to … [Read more...]
What’s the Best Bait for Trapping Beaver?
Whether you're looking to catch a single problem beaver, harvest a few beavers for their fur or meat, or trap large numbers of the rodents, using the right bait is critical to beaver trapping. Like many semi-aquatic animals, beavers feed on a variety of food sources and not all are created equal. In addition, the type of vegetation a beaver prefers can vary depending on … [Read more...]
KBL Products, OnX Updates and Fur Prices: Podcast Episode 242
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Trapping Industry Update with Kyle Kaatz
In this episode I sit down with Kyle Kaatz from Kaatz Bros. Lures to talk about the trapping industry, fur market and more. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnX Maps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off your first purchase!)Trapping Today Store … [Read more...]
2023-2024 Fur Prices: Trapping Today’s Fur Market Forecast
In recent years, uncertainty has been the name of the game in the fur market. While uncertainty will always be a factor in a dynamic and changing market, enough events have unfolded over the past year to give us a decent level of predictability for prices this season. With the exception of beaver, most major fur items are expected to bring low prices, similar to past years. … [Read more...]
What’s A Fleshing Knife and How to Use One
The fleshing knife is a tool built for the trapping and fur handling industry. When preparing pelts for the fur market, it's necessary to flesh, stretch and dry the pelts to keep them from rotting and give them a limited shelf life until they are tanned for long term preservation. Fleshing a fur pelt involves scraping the fat and meat from the skin. Although this can be done … [Read more...]
The Magazine is Back! Issue 2 Available Now!
Issue 2 of the Trapping Today Magazine is here! It's pay to play this time around, and this 118 page digital magazine jam packed with trapping articles and information will cost you $5. Check it out, preview before buying, and I hope to get your support! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Magazine … [Read more...]
Trapping, Life and the Fur Market
In this episode I talk about what's going on in my world lately, a little bit on spring beaver trapping, and the results of the Fur Harvesters May auction which just concluded. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnX Hunt (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Trapping Today Store … [Read more...]