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Billy Thompson and Charlie Tucker Part 2 – Podcast Episode 134

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Here's part two of my sit down with Billy and Charlie. In this episode we talk about 'secret lures', female trappers, marten trapping and food cycles, Maine furbearer populations, philosophy on killing animals, and some great history on Billy's dad, a northern Maine trapper who should have been a legend, if he hadn't kept so quiet! Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. … [Read more...]

Billy ‘Bog’ Thompson and Mountain Man Charlie Tucker, Part 1 – Podcast Episode 133

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In this episode I sit down with Maine trapper Billy Thompson, one of the most accomplished beaver trappers out there, and Charlie Tucker, who starred on the History Channel show "Mountain Men". We had a great talk about Maine trapping, spring beaver, trapping in the old days, and what separates the professional trappers from the rest. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. … [Read more...]

Minnesota Trapping with Nathan, Part 3 – Podcast Episode 131

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Hope you enjoy this interview with Nathan from Minnesota. We covered a bunch of different trapping topics I think folks can benefit from. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (use promo code 'TRAP' for 20% off your purchase!) This week's special from Kaatz Bros!Earn triple points on Kellen's Coyote Black Box Kits!! This is a great deal on a bait, lure and urine … [Read more...]

Minnesota Trapping with Nathan, Part 2 – Podcast Episode 130

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In this episode, Nathan and I talk about a number of topics, including his unique fur handling setup, which is great to consider if you don't have access to a shed or garage to handle fur. We talk animal smells, spring beaver trapping, using OnX and trapping around Reservations, keeping records and more. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (use promo code … [Read more...]

Kyle Kaatz on the Fur Market: Podcast Episode 129

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In this episode Kyle and I talk about the current state of the fur market, from recent auctions to worldwide economic conditions. We get into the supply and demand issue (or non-issue), the ranch fur industry, Canada Goose, local fur uses, fashion vs. utility, and much more. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (promo code 'trap') Mentioned in this … [Read more...]

Canada Goose’s Impact on the Coyote Fur Market

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By now you have no doubt heard about Canada Goose’s decision to discontinue their use of ‘virgin’ coyote fur for their parka ruffs. CG was a huge player in the expedition parka fashion wave that drove the price of western heavy coyote pelts sky high. The company has decided to use only recycled fur ruffs in coats starting in 2022. Trapping Today podcast listener Kevin from … [Read more...]

Tyler Selden from The Last Alaskans, Part 2: Podcast Episode 128

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This episode features part two of my interview with Tyler Selden of the TV show "The Last Alaskans". We talked about the logistics of running a remote bush trapline, economics of trapping in an era of low fur prices, trapping with dogs, having young kids on the trapline, and a few other topics. Enjoy, and be sure to check out "The Last Alaskans" as well as Tyler and Ashley's … [Read more...]