With plenty of trapping-related stories in the news lately, I thought I'd take the opportunity to give you a sample of what's out there. You can click on the links below to read these news stories. River Otters Returning to northwest Ohio - For the first time in over 100 years, wildlife officials have confirmed a river otter in Putnam County, Ohio. The recovery and … [Read more...]
Archives for 2012
Minnesota Ponders Wolf Hunting, Trapping Seasons
After a successful recovery of the gray wolf population in the Great Lakes area, wolves have been removed from the Endangered Species List by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. With delisting, management of the wolf population becomes the responsibility of each state's fish and wildlife department. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is considering opening a wolf … [Read more...]
Market for Muskrats Gains Attention
The Wall Street Journal just posted an interesting article on the recent rise in demand and prices for muskrat furs. They took the time to interview several trappers and relay their thoughts on the muskrat market, as well as the fur market in general. The North American muskrat market has been booming, thanks to soaring purchases by Chinese and other newly rich nations that … [Read more...]
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Reviewing Maine’s ITP Application for Trapping and Lynx
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is currently considering an application by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife for an incidental take permit for Canada lynx. The ITP would provide legal protection for the Department's trapping program and trappers who incidentally capture lynx, which are protected under the Federal Endangered Species Act. In return, the … [Read more...]