Lynx Lessons

The author walks us through six key takeaways from his Alaskan lynx trapline, that most any trapper can employ — no matter the furbearer or location. [Read More]

Dealing With Dug-Up Traps

Here are the best methods that this longtime trapper has found for dealing with trap-wise predators, although the general principles apply to most any furbearer. [Read More]

The Trap Line

One Trap to Rule Them All

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023

Weasel Ski Trapping

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023

Going Blind for Bobcats

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023

Triple Trap Challenge

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023

Product Spotlights

Trapping Gear: The Skinner’s Friend Post Bracket and Skinning Gambrel

The new Skinner’s Friend Post Bracket is a unique tool that doubles as a Reese hitch insert to make a portable skinning post, and when mounted in an inverted position it becomes a hanger to support a gambrel. Just add your own 2×4 and you are ready to skin on the road. [Read More]

Trapping Gear: Jameson’s Ultra Blend Mouse Musk Oil

Mouse Musk Oil has been a work in progress for a few years now. This bait is basically a liquid form of whole mice with a very natural, mild, appealing odor. [Read More]

Resources

The Market Report

Fur Market Report February 2024: Auction Season on the Horizon

The first international fur auction of 2024 will be held soon — March 22-24, 2024, in North Bay, Ontario, Canada, by Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. The first international auction sale of the year usually sets the tone for fur prices, and many country buyers use this as their barometer to establish their own prices in the areas they cover. [Read More]

Fur Market Report January 2024: What Will the New Year Bring?

The late date of the 2024 Chinese New Year is giving us a chance, COVID is almost a thing of the past now, and there is reason for cautious optimism on the fur market. [Read More]

Fur Market Report December 2023: Prices to Keep in Mind This Season

It is always quiet on the fur market front when harvesting seasons are on. Most trappers are busy in the fields and forest chasing furbearers, and on the buying front, there is always a lull, a slow time in the trade. [Read More]

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