How Do You Trap Fur Bearing Animals?
Fur trapping has been a way of life in North America since before the first Europeans arrived on the continent. The early settlers learned the ways of the Native Americans, at first copying, later improving on the established trapping methods. The early trading posts were primarily set up for the exchange of goods by these fur hunters. A lot has changed since those days, but the trapping of animals for their pelts still continues throughout the world. With competition from fur farms, rising costs of materials and cheaper prices paid for the furs, it is not the career choice of many as it is difficult to earn a decent salary. Most modern trappers are hobbyists, following in the footsteps of their ancestors. Identify the animals you are hoping to trap. You should be able to identify the target animal by paw print, habitat markers and scat. You should be as familiar as possible with the animal you’re hoping to catch. Know its preferred diet, favored surroundings and general size. You are
