I want to start getting into trapping. I dont know much about it. I am looking into trapping coons, possom, what ever else can trap. I know can make some money from trapping. I have heard you can get about $5.00 for a coon hide. You can just take these hides to a taxiderist

you should be able to fetch ten at minimum if it is skinned, you can check to see if there are laws in your state that say you can trap out of season as pest control and if you can, trap then and see if cattle farmers want to buy the dead coons to keep live ones away from corn piles, silaege piles and the such, also you might be able to charge people for what you catch because once i check if i can im going to trap coons for a small fine to make money in the off season when you dont sell furs, if you use snap traps you will profit quickly because they are cheap but some farmers might think its better for human and livestock safety to use cage traps, if you do, use marshmallows for bait, it works well but just make sure that you check local laws before you start

first off, you ain't gonna make much money from trappin, but don't let that discourage you. its a great sport and a great thing to get into. there are several websites that are great for new trappers to go to. www.traps4kids.com is a good one even if you ain't a kid, lots of good info. also www.trapperman.com is full of experienced trappers from all over the states. another one called the bucket of guts www.fishgut.proboards25.com is my favorite. both the bucket of guts and trapperman have forums where guys sell used traps and equipment for usually pretty reasonable prices. good way to get started. if you're looking to buy new stuff check out minnesota trapline products. internet address escapes me now, but they have lots of good stuff including all that you'll need to put up your fur. videos are a good way to start learning if you don't have someone to teach you. most of what money you get for your furs is going to depend on how well you put them up. buyers aren't going to pay much for a rotted greasy pelt with the hair slipping out. good luck trappin hope i've been a help feel free to hit me up with a pm. if i don't know an answer for ya i might be able to find somebody that does.