I just watched an amazing video. Wyman Meinzer is an outdoorsman to the core. He started out as a coyote and bobcat hunter and trapper in the desert country of west Texas. Trained in wildlife biology, he turned his passion for the outdoors into a career as one of the most successful wildlife photographers in the country. The video is sponsored by YETI, manufacturer of high … [Read more...]
You Can Be Part of a New Trapping Show! “Ultimate American Trapper” Casting Call
Are you a trapper with a story to tell? Can you produce a good quality video? Up for a little friendly competition while sharing your knowledge with other trappers? “Ultimate American Trapper” may be the perfect opportunity for you. Shon Butler of Buckhaven Productions is looking for trappers interested in being a part of a new trapping show to be hosted right here on … [Read more...]
Trapping on Reality TV
In a small way, trapping is returning to the forefront of some folks' minds through mainstream reality TV. Shows like "Mountain Men", "Yukon Men", "Life Below Zero" and "Great Wild North" are giving average Americans a new view on trapping, and it's pretty neat to see. Overall, modern day television has shifted from drama to the reality show. Reality shows are everywhere … [Read more...]
Wild Hog Control: Trapping More Effective Than Hunting
Wild hog populations are out of control in the United States, and it's estimated that they cause $1.5 billion worth of damage nationwide. Research in Mississippi indicates that hunter harvest of hogs is not adequate to control their populations, but trapping holds some promise. From the Mississippi Business Journal: Traps can remove a greater number of pigs from an area … [Read more...]
The Management Advantage #49 – Predator Trapping in Cold Weather
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The Management Advantage #41 – Summer Coyote Trapping
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Under Ice Beaver Trapping Video
I've been looking for some good videos of under ice beaver trapping lately, and had a tough time finding much. I wanted to buy a full length under ice beaver trapping DVD, but the options I've seen out there are few and far between. But as they say, sometimes the best things in life are free, and I found a great series of trapping videos from the Boss of the Swamp. Here's … [Read more...]
The Management Advantage #39 – Modifying and Building Snares
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