Trappers aren’t typically in the entertainment spotlight, but that might be changing soon. Shortly after I put up the blog post this morning on two trapping reality TV shows that are in the works, I came across a news release … [Read More]
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Trappers to Star in New Reality TV Shows
Move over wannabe singers, Cajun gator hunters and the Kardashians, the next reality television stars could be trappers. At least two production companies are actively seeking trappers for programs set to begin filming this fall. Both production companies have developed … [Read More]
Fur Prices Peaking, Time to Sell
Serge Lariviére In his latest Fur Market Report, Trapper & Predator Caller fur market expert Serge Lariviére says that despite a mild winter, demand from China for fur has driven prices to exciting new highs. And with those highs, the time has come … [Read More]
Montana Decoy Sold, New President Named
Montana Decoy, a manufacturer of ultra realistic and super lightweight decoys, was acquired by Flint Holdings, a leading manufacturer of outdoor products. The acquisition will allow for the continued expansion of developing and manufacturing decoys and decoy accessories, according to a … [Read More]
First Wolf Since 1920s Confirmed in New Brunswick
An 86-pound canine shot in New Brunswick, Canada has been confirmed by wildlife officials as the first known wolf in the province since the 1920s, and the first killed there since 1876. Hunter Jacques Mallet told the Toronto Star he thought … [Read More]
Coyote Attacks Turkey Hunter
Turkey hunter Bill Robinson, of Maine, was in for a big surprise last week. And so was a coyote that thought it had put the sneak on an unsuspecting hen. Tom Walsh of the Bangor Daily News provides the details: … [Read More]
D&DH Editor Among Top Outdoor Tweeters
For those of you on Twitter, make sure to follow Deer & Deer Hunting Executive Editor Daniel E. Schmidt — @DanSchmidtDeer. Dan was recently included on OutdoorBloggers.Org’s list of 25 Hunting Bloggers You Should Follow on Twitter. The Twitter accounts on … [Read More]
NPHA Convention Set for Wyoming This October
The National Predator Hunters Association will hold their second annual convention in Douglas, Wyoming on Oct. 26 and 27 this fall. A release from the NPHA provides more details: Fellow Predator Caller, The National Predator Hunters Association will be hosting … [Read More]
Muskrat Bites Miniature Dachshund
A tangle with a muskrat nearly cost Nathan, a miniature dachshund, his life. The dog, who is owned by Robert and Michele Bashore, of Pittsburgh, suffered a severe bite wound close to the jugular from the encounter with the ‘rat. … [Read More]
Alaska Trooper Traps Illegal Trapper
Bad trappers make us all look bad so we should commend Alaska Wildlife Trooper David Chaffin for a very creative bust for illegal trapping last December that should keep an alleged offender off of his trapline. The Homer News has … [Read More]
