In this video I explain the process of shipping raw fur to North American Fur Auctions to be sold in the summer sale at their fur auction house in Ontario. … [Read more...]
Getting Permission to Trap Private Land
Accessing land is one of the greatest challenges we face as trappers, whether competing with others to trap on public land, or trying to gain access to private farm, ranch or wooded land. Many landowners will not allow trapping on their lands, but some do, and the way we approach the topic can mean the difference between a yes and a no. Here are some tips on getting … [Read more...]
Trapline Scouting with Google Earth
If you're a serious trapper and you're not using aerial imagery to scout trapping areas, you might be missing out on a great opportunity. We live in an incredible time, and technology has been massively beneficial in all aspects of our lives. One of the greatest resources we have available to scout trapping areas is Google Earth, which provides aerial imagery of the entire … [Read more...]
Tyler Freel’s Four Fox and Coyote Trapping Tips
Alaskan Tyler Freel shares some basic tips on fox and coyote trapping in his OutdoorLife.com blog post. Here's a preview: The post-hunting season blues can get the best of any of us, and here in Alaska, trapping is my favorite way to beat them into submission. If you aren’t doing it already, you’ll find that it will turn winter from a dreaded down-season into something you … [Read more...]