How to set traps?
03-05-2003, 10:10 AM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Texarkana, TX
Posts: 16
How to set traps?
I have bought some leg traps at an antique store. I would like to try my hand at trapping and don' t know where to start. I have several places where there are coons, coyotes, bobcats, and beavers. If there are any websites or books out there too help, that would be great. Thanks for any info you can give me.--Jace
03-06-2003, 07:51 AM
#2
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: morgan city louisiana USA
Posts: 145
RE: How to set traps?
Scout the area!!!! Look for any place where there is a well used trail, or where there are lots of fresh tracks. These animals will be routine in using the trails and will wander right into the trap. Make sure that you check the local laws and regulations regarding trapping and either keeping or selling the animal.
03-06-2003, 08:48 AM
#3
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: chiefland Florida USA
Posts: 5,417
RE: How to set traps?
there is a publication that has a lot of good info.
you can go to www.trapperpredatorcaller.com and look.
you can go to www.trapperpredatorcaller.com and look.
03-06-2003, 10:24 AM
#4
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Sturgis, SD
Posts: 1,983
RE: How to set traps?
Do you know what size, model, style, etc. the traps you have are? The first thing you should do is find an experienced trapper and have him look over the traps. Over time the springs tend to weaken and become brittle. The traps may need some work before you use them. Most all old traps can be repaired and used. There are several good books out there, a few I would reccommend would be Farmland Fur Trapping by Bernie Berringer, a really good multi species book. Master Wolfer by James Lucero, coyote trappers bible. Any book by Charles Dobbins, I have all of his books and they are all excellent, the best there is IMHO. It would help to get in touch with your state trappers association, they should be able to give you some names of trappers in your area. I have found most trappers to be very friendly and willing to help out a new guy. What state are you from? I can probably get you a contact number and name. Good luck.
03-06-2003, 01:09 PM
#6
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Sturgis, SD
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RE: How to set traps?
Arkansas Trapppers Association President is Tim Rainey 501-233-6377
http://arkansastrappers.tripod.com/arkansastrappers
Texas Trappers and Fur Hunters Ass President is Bill Applegate 915-729-3623
Let me know if I can be of any further help
http://arkansastrappers.tripod.com/arkansastrappers
Texas Trappers and Fur Hunters Ass President is Bill Applegate 915-729-3623
Let me know if I can be of any further help
03-24-2003, 02:04 PM
#7
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Fargo, N.D. USA
Posts: 376
RE: How to set traps?
If i see a coyote in a pasture or some thing that is were i will put a trap. I ussually dig a little hole and put a rock right above it a put some rotting meat in the hole. Ussually they will come and stick there front paw in the trap. Make sure you arent setting your traps anywhere near dogs.
04-11-2003, 11:35 PM
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Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Erie PA USA
Posts: 439
RE: How to set traps?
Go to www.trapperman.com and click on the Talk forum link. This is probrably one of the best trapping sites around, you' ll get lots of advice and there are links to other sites to go to.
