In this episode we talk trapping, threats to our future as trappers, and the importance of supporting trapping organizations in their efforts to preserve our rights as trappers. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery Kaatz Bros. is in the market for glands, castor and skunk essence this fall - check their blog … [Read more...]
Raccoons and ‘Rats in Wisconsin
Yeah, it's episode 200 of the podcast. But I've never been big on milestones, birthdays, holidays or celebrations, so on we go, with little fanfare. In this episode I chat with Alex from Wisconsin, a fellow farmer who spends parts of his winters trapping raccoons and muskrats. Most of his raccoon trapping is done with dog proofs and focused on helping other farmers with crop … [Read more...]
Make A List
Trapping season is just around the corner for many of us. In this episode I go over a short list of the big things to consider when prepping gear and equipment for the season. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery … [Read more...]
Lures and Baits for Marten and Coyote
In this episode we talk about lure and bait, particularly my thoughts on best lures to use for marten and coyote trapping, and more of my thoughts on lure making and lure/bait use in general. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery Kaatz Bros. Deal of the Week! - Use code BAIT10 at kaatzbros.com for 10% … [Read more...]
OnX For Dummies, Part 2
In part 2 of our two part series, we talk more about how to use the OnX Hunt app on the trapline. Hope it's useful! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery Special from Kaatz Bros. - Use code 'TREAT10' to save 10% off any trap treatment at kaatzbros.com. This includes KBL Quick Dye, Full Metal Jacket, logwood dye, … [Read more...]
The Future of the Trapping Today Podcast
ON X for Dummies: Trapping Edition (Part 1)
In this episode we talk the basics of using the OnX Hunt app for the trapline. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for that 20% discount!)Moyle Mink & Tannery … [Read more...]
Trapping BMP’s – An Intro to Best Management Practices for the Trapline
In this episode we go over trapping BMP's, or Best Management Practices. BMP's were developed as a result of a 20+ year study designed to provide science-based information on trapping practices that meet the criteria for animal welfare, efficiency, selectivity, practicality and safety. BMP's are not mandatory, but parts of them may be implemented by individual state agencies. I … [Read more...]