2025 Fur Prices: Trapping Today’s Fur Market Report
The fur market is not what it used to be, and it probably never will be what it was in the boom days. That said, fur still has value and particular items are selling quite well even in the scaled down...
View ArticleWhat Happened to Trapping Today? Podcast 251
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View ArticleWhat’s the Best Trap for Beaver?
The beaver is an abundant furbearer throughout most of North America, and trapping is an enjoyable and rewarding activity that can produce high quality fur pelts for mittens or hats, and meat that...
View ArticleThe Second 100
In this episode we recap the second 100 episodes of the podcast and go over some of the highlights, big events, trappers (famous and unknown) and topics covered over the past couple of years. Enjoy!...
View ArticleThe Future of the Trapping Today Podcast
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View ArticleCalifornia Bobcat Trapping and More with Jim Comstock
In this episode I talk with Jim Comstock about how he got started trapping, his experiences with Johnny Thorpe, trapping out of state and designing cage traps. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros....
View ArticleSpring Beaver, Fur, and the Irbis, with Billy Thompson
Billy Thompson and I talk spring beaver trapping, marketing fur, the Irbis snowmobile and more on this week’s episode. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20%...
View ArticleA Fall Fur Hunt in Maine – It’s Here!!!
In this episode I go over my newly published book, Manly Hardy’s “A Fall Fur Hunt in Maine“, which tells a tale of an 1859 trapping expedition in the north woods. I read some excerpts from the book...
View ArticleKaatz Bros. Discount!
Hey guys, I forgot to mention this in the podcast this week – Kaatz Bros. Lures is offering a limited time discount on your next order! Just enter the code WOOD5 at checkout and you’ll get $5 off any...
View ArticleThe Ethical Case for Wearing Fur (Quartzy)
Here’s an interesting article that examines the environmental impacts of saying ‘no’ to natural renewable products like fur. Source: The ethical case for wearing leather, fur, and silk — Quartzy The...
View ArticleAward-winning trapper from Fort Smith dies | CBC News
Karl Hoffman, German immigrant who went to the Canadian bush, fit right in and trapped amongst the natives, seemed like a pretty cool guy. Here’s an article about his life. Source: ‘I’m heartbroken’:...
View ArticleColorado Trappers Fur Sale Price Report: February 2018
The Colorado Trappers and Predator Hunters Association held its annual fur auction recently, and moved a LOT of fur. This auction has become very popular and has grown immensely. Its proximity to...
View ArticleTrapping Today Podcast: Episode 7
This is a random episode with no real show topic! I discuss some trapping news, the latest Idaho fur auction results, Kris Pope from Coyote Trapping School, and a short plug for my new book: Fur...
View ArticleFur Coats Are Coming Back. Don’t Hate Until You Try One. – Willamette Week
Fur was made by nature to keep the elements away, and even in a rainy climate that occasionally drops two feet of snow, it will keep you toasty. Source: Fur Coats Are Coming Back. Don’t Hate Until You...
View ArticleLow fur prices discourage WV trappers | Hunting & Fishing | wvgazettemail.com
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View ArticlePrepping for the Fall Trapline
It’s getting to be that time of year. Late summer is here, the days are getting noticeably shorter in the north, and morning starts with a slight chill in the air. Trapping season is starting to...
View ArticleWorld fur trade remains strong, despite China slowdown | Apparel Industry...
Driven by resurgent interest from catwalks, the international fur trade has remained strong despite a predicted slow down in the Chinese luxury sector, new figures reveal. Source: World fur trade...
View ArticleTagging along with a beaver trapper – The Boston Globe
Here’s a great story from a non-trapper beginning to understand why trappers do what we do. It’s a great example of the benefits of responsible trappers taking others out with them on the line. Herb...
View ArticleO.A.K. Scholarship and Grant Opportunity for Young Trappers
You don’t see tons of scholarship opportunities out there for young trappers, but this one could be a really great boost for you or a young trapper you may know. In memory of their late grandfather...
View ArticleFur managers call for vigilance in opposing trapping bans
MINDEMOYA—A representative of the Ontario Fur Managers Federation (OFMF) cautioned Manitoulin Island trappers/hunters to not ignore or shrug off the issue involving the Ministry of Natural Resources...
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