This may go down as my all time favorite episode of the Trapping Today Podcast. We recorded the episode live at the Maine Trappers Association's annual Fall Rendezvous. Trappers Alvin Yates, Billy Thompson, Jason Vance, Brian Bernoski, Bob Wiseman, Frank Short and Steve Rankin join me around the table and talk trapping in front of a pretty good crowd. We talk about how they got … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk Trapping Lure! Podcast Episode 225
In this episode I talk about the trapping lure industry, how I got into lure making, my philosophy on trapping lure, and talk some about the lures I make and sell. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store (use code LURE10 for 10% off any lure until September 10!) … [Read more...]
Updates, Conventions, Fur Prices and Season Plans: Live Podcast Episode 224
In this episode I live stream to Youtube and talk about what's going on in my world lately. I discuss the major trapping conventions coming up and go over fur price expectations in detail. Finally, I talk about my plans for the upcoming season and answer listener comments in the Youtube live stream along the way. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code … [Read more...]
Snaring for Beginners: What’s in a Snare?
In this episode I talk exclusively about snaring for the first time. We go over the basics of snare construction and the different parts of a snare and how and why they are used. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)More than Wolverine: An Alaska Wilderness Trapline … [Read more...]
Nonresident Trapping in Maine – Podcast Episode 222
In this episode I talk with a young trapper from Ohio who's interested in taking a trapping trip to Maine. We discuss trapping regulations, landowner permission, methods for different species, and the opportunities and challenges unique to Maine trapping. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresTrapping Today Store Check out my new book: More than Wolverine … [Read more...]
April 2022 Fur Market/Price Update
On the heels of the Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. sale held on March 24-28th, we talk fur price results and my thoughts on the overall fur market. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)http://www.trappingtodaystore.comTrapping Today Store Check out my new book, "More than Wolverine: An Alaska Wilderness Trapline" on Amazon or at the … [Read more...]
Fur Price Preview, and ‘A Place’
In this episode I give an update on fur prices in anticipation of the first major fur sale, the upcoming Fur Harvesters Auction event. I talk about results from the Idaho Trappers Association fur sale and my thoughts on fur prices and the state of the overall fur market. Of course, we talk about my new book, "More than Wolverine", and then I get into a discussion on … [Read more...]
More than Wolverine
My new book is out! "More than Wolverine: An Alaska Wilderness Trapline" is now available on Amazon! It's available in both paperback and Kindle ebook. Click here to purchase a copy! In this episode I talk about the background behind the book, how I ended up deciding to publish it, and I read a chapter out loud. I'm asking everyone in the Trapping Today community to … [Read more...]