In this episode, Kyle Kaatz takes over the podcast. In interviewing me, we chat about my background, how I got into trapping, the origins of Trapping Today, and we riff on the future of trapping and our message to trappers in today's society. This might be the most fun I've had on a podcast so far, and we're 80 episodes in!!! Hope you enjoy. … [Read more...]

In this episode I'm joined by Kyle Kaatz from Kaatz Bros. Lures as we discuss his experiences trapping in New Mexico. I know several trappers who have made the trip to NM to trap coyotes and bobcats, and they all have great stories to tell. Support our sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. Mentioned in this episode: Belisle Magnum Bodygrip … [Read more...]

In this episode, I talk southern trapping with Kyle Kaatz. For several years, Kyle traveled south from Illinois in the winter months to trap Mississippi and Alabama. He learned a lot about southern trapping, and discusses his experiences an the ups and downs of state hopping in the south. Enjoy! Support our sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures Fur Harvesters Auction, … [Read more...]

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, I talk long lining and state hopping with Kyle Kaatz of Kaatz Bros. Lures. We spend most of the episode talking about road trapping for raccoon and mink in Iowa: the conditions, regulations, competition, type of sets, and much much more. Hope you enjoy! Check out Kyle's Iowa trapline DVD Support the sponsors of the … [Read more...]

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, Ron Jones talks with us about the difference between a 'location based on method' and a 'method based on location' trapper, establishing draw stations and test sets, offseason work, and advanced luring and baiting strategies. It's an information-packed episode, so get your thinking cap on! Support our sponsors: Kaatz Bros. … [Read more...]

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, I have a very special interview with Alaska trapper Jim Firmin.  We talk about the history of trapping and life in the Fort Yukon, Alaska country, how he got started trapping and developed several traplines in the bush, among other topics.  I really enjoy talking with Jim and had a lot of fun recording and editing this one.  I hope … [Read more...]

In this episode I'm back with Ron Jones of New Jersey, talking about advanced dog proof trapping methods and snaring particulars. Enjoy! … [Read more...]

In this episode, I discuss the contentious issue of whether fisher kill lynx, and go over the results of a scientific study in Maine that documented fisher preying on Canada lynx at a surprisingly high rate.  It's interesting stuff (and very controversial!!!) Support our sponsor, Kaatz Bros. Lures Here's a link to the study overview Want more background on impacts of … [Read more...]