In this episode I recap some recent springtime events, bait preparation and trap cleanup. I mention a new Kaatz Bros. DVD and some stuff from John Chagnon of PCS Outdoors and Lenon Lures. I also mention a new site, Trappers Report, and preview the next episode about a ride along on a spring beaver long line. … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 23 – Spring is Coming!
In this episode I talk about the coming of spring and the end of trapping season here. I give a recap of my experience under ice beaver trapping this winter and talk other details. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 22 – Under Ice Beaver Trapping
"A lot of moving of a lot of ice". In this episode, I discuss my late winter under ice beaver trapline. Fur prices are low, but I'm having a blast and learning lots! I also discuss Russ Carman's Professional Fox Trapping Methods book. … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 21 – The Lure Making Project
In this episode, I discuss lure problems on my trapline, and the need to formulate my own Long Distance Call lure. I then introduce the idea of the new lure making project - I'd like to educate others about lure making as I begin to learn the trade. I give an overview of the current book and DVD lure making resources available, and outline topics I'd like to cover in the lure … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast Episode 20: Lynx Exclusion Devices on the Maine Marten/Fisher Trapline
In this episode, I express my jealousy for you Alaska trappers, and talk about experiences we Maine trappers have had using the newly-required lynx exclusion devices on our marten and fisher traplines. I go over Bob Noonan's article in Trapper's Post on the devices, as well as my own experiences and the recent article I published here on Trapping Today. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 19 – Trapping News and ConiPans
In this episode, I go over some recent trapping news, including a potential bobcat trapping season in Indiana, an interview on trapping with Vermont's Fish and Wildlife Commissioner, and a visit to the NTA by Tom Miranda. I then discuss Coni-Pans, their use in bodygrip traps, and the benefits I see to using coni-pans on my trapline. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 18 – Tanning Fur
Holding off on sending that raw fur to auction due to the low prices? In this episode, I discuss the options trappers have for getting their fur tanned, and go over some selling scenarios you'll need to think about when trying to profit from tanned fur. I discuss the pros and cons of self tanning, as well as share some resources on self tanning. I then discuss the major … [Read more...]
Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 17 – Preserving Meat, Conibear Springs, Writing Articles, and Reviews
In this episode I talk about some recent videos I made for the Trapping Today Youtube channel, including preserving meat with salt for trapping bait, rotting down some meat for a lure base, and spring strength on 330 Conibears that have had their springs compressed for probably 20 years. I briefly go over how the recent Fur Harvesters auction went, and discuss dealer options … [Read more...]