Listen in as Kyle Kaatz and I talk about the ever changing fur market, prices for different fur items sold at the recent Fur Harvesters Auction sale, and thoughts on how the market is changing, and may need to change moving forward. Support our Sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures OnX (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20% off!) Check out the Trapping Today Store for $10…

In this episode I talk about preliminary results from the March 2024 Fur Harvesters auction. In short, the beaver market continues to be very strong, otter prices are surprisingly high, marten and fisher are the best I’ve seen in years, the muskrat market is dead, and raccoon and fox are so-so. Listen in for details! Support our Sponsors: Kaatz Bro…

In this episode we talk about the reality of Alaska wilderness trapping, the logistics required, the costs and the sacrifices you need to make to live the lifestyle. We discuss different types of Alaska trapline setups and what might work best for you. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors Kaatz Bros. Lures OnX (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20% off) Trapping Today St…

In this episode we talk about FHA’s March auction quantities, the beaver market, the changing weather patterns and how we as trappers need to adapt, and making memories with family on the line. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures OnxMaps (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20% off!) Trapping Today Storeעל ידי Trapping Today

In this episode we talk about the Endangered Species Act, the recent listing of wolverines, how the Act has impacted Maine trappers and why trappers in the western states should take notice. We also discuss my trapline, fur prices, The Stan Project, and more. Enjoy! Kaatz Bros. Lures OnXMaps (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20% off!) Trapping Today Store…

In this episode we talk listener questions, including how to stay married while using skunky call lure, sets for beaver trapping in rivers, trap and lure choices for fox, and more. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures OnX (use code ‘TRAP’ for 10% off!) Trapping Today Storeעל ידי Trapping Today

In this episode we talk about non-target catches, how to avoid them, the true extent of non-targets vs what is perceived by the anti’s, and how to minimize issues when you do catch non-target animals. We also discuss some questions from new trappers about bobcat and beaver sets, remakes, and trapping out of state. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors: Kaatz…

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In this episode I sit down with Kyle Kaatz from Kaatz Bros. Lures to talk about the trapping industry, fur market and more. Support our Sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures OnX Maps (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20% off your first purchase!) Trapping Today Storeעל ידי Trapping Today

Issue 2 of the Trapping Today Magazine is here! It’s pay to play this time around, and this 118 page digital magazine jam packed with trapping articles and information will cost you $5. Check it out, preview before buying, and I hope to get your support! Support our Sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures OnXMaps (use code ‘TRAP’ for 20% off!) Trapping Today M…

In this episode I talk about what's going on in my world lately, a little bit on spring beaver trapping, and the results of the Fur Harvesters May auction which just concluded.Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnX Hunt (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Trapping Today Storeעל ידי Trapping Today

In this episode we catch up with Kris Pope from Coyote Trapping School. We talk about what Kris is up to lately, why he stopped the podcast and Youtube channel, and the challenges of trying to make a living in the trapping industry. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXHunt (use code TRAP for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store (use code LURE20…

In this episode I chat with Gary Simple Jr., the guy behind the Enigmatic Gwich'in Youtube channel. We talk trapping and what it's like to live in a remote interior Alaska village. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnX Hunt (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Trapping Today StoreCheck out the new Trapping Today Magazine!…

In this episode I talk with Ed Schneider from Kansas Trapline Products about his recent trapping trip to Maine. I also discuss the new Trapping Today digital magazine.Check out the Magazine Here!!!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXHunt (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)על ידי Trapping Today

In this episode I live stream to Youtube. We answer questions on spring beaver trapping and eating furbearer meat, as well as talk about the NEW PROJECT (it's gonna be good!) Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store@import url("https://assets.mlcdn.com/fonts.css?version=1675338"); /* LOA…

In this episode I chat with my friend Josh Fischer about his trapping season, country fur buyers, sewing fur (including a sweet pair of mukluks he made me) and ideas for getting your kids excited about trapping. Enjoy!Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today StoreThe new Trapping Today digital magazi…

In this episode I chat with Ed Schneider from Kansas Trapline Products. We talk about Ed's background, how he got started trapping, and the places he's trapped, including a recent trip for marten and fisher in Maine. Stay tuned for another segment with Ed in a future episode.Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off…

In this episode I answer listener questions about water trapping including finding sign, trapping muskrats and mink, and details on open water beaver trapping sets and techniques. Enjoy!Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Trapping Today Luresעל ידי Trapping Today

In this episode I give an update on my trapping season and ramble on about things going on and things maybe to come. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off your first purchase!)Trapping Today Storeעל ידי Trapping Today

In this episode we talk trapping in Minnesota, from raccoon and coyote to bobact and fisher, and everything in between. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnX Maps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store - lures, books, merch and more!על ידי Trapping Today

In this live stream I preview my upcoming marten trapping season and talk about recent weather, deciding when to start trapping, remember a few old timers who seem to be dropping off, and talk about flexibility on the trapline. I go over a detailed analysis on whether it's worth trapping only when the fur is prime. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz …

In this episode I talk with long line trapper Jason Vance from Maine. Jason talks about how he got started trapping, how he puts up impressive catches in challenging Maine trapping conditions, his 400 coyote year in Kansas and much more. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Trapping Today StorePredator Pa…

In this episode we go to Youtube Live to chat with folks and answer questions. I go through a backlog of questions I've gotten via email and other channels recently. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Trapping Today LuresMore than Wolverine (my new book!)…

This may go down as my all time favorite episode of the Trapping Today Podcast. We recorded the episode live at the Maine Trappers Association's annual Fall Rendezvous. Trappers Alvin Yates, Billy Thompson, Jason Vance, Brian Bernoski, Bob Wiseman, Frank Short and Steve Rankin join me around the table and talk trapping in front of a pretty good cro…

In this episode I talk about the trapping lure industry, how I got into lure making, my philosophy on trapping lure, and talk some about the lures I make and sell. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store (use code LURE10 for 10% off any lure until September 10!)…

In this episode I live stream to Youtube and talk about what's going on in my world lately. I discuss the major trapping conventions coming up and go over fur price expectations in detail. Finally, I talk about my plans for the upcoming season and answer listener comments in the Youtube live stream along the way. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Br…

In this episode I talk exclusively about snaring for the first time. We go over the basics of snare construction and the different parts of a snare and how and why they are used. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)More than Wolverine: An Alaska Wilderness Trapline…

In this episode I talk with a young trapper from Ohio who's interested in taking a trapping trip to Maine. We discuss trapping regulations, landowner permission, methods for different species, and the opportunities and challenges unique to Maine trapping. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresTrapping Today StoreCheck out my new book: More th…

On the heels of the Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. sale held on March 24-28th, we talk fur price results and my thoughts on the overall fur market. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)http://www.trappingtodaystore.comTrapping Today StoreCheck out my new book, "More than Wolverine: An Alaska Wilderness Trapline" o…

In this episode I give an update on fur prices in anticipation of the first major fur sale, the upcoming Fur Harvesters Auction event. I talk about results from the Idaho Trappers Association fur sale and my thoughts on fur prices and the state of the overall fur market. Of course, we talk about my new book, "More than Wolverine", and then I get in…

My new book is out! "More than Wolverine: An Alaska Wilderness Trapline" is now available on Amazon! It's available in both paperback and Kindle ebook.Click here to purchase a copy!In this episode I talk about the background behind the book, how I ended up deciding to publish it, and I read a chapter out loud.I'm asking everyone in the Trapping Tod…

I'm back! In this episode we catch up after a month off, recap what I've been doing in and out of the trapping world, and talk fur prices and bodygrip/conibear trap setting tools. Enjoy!OnXMaps: use the code 'TRAP' for 20% off your first purchase at www.onxmaps.com.Check out the Trapping Today Store for merch, lures and more!…

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!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & TanneryCheck out the new shirts, beanies and baseball caps with …

In this episode, Pat Connelly talks with Clint Locklear about lure making, animal damage control trapping, different states he's trapped in and the human side of trapping. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & TanneryTrapping Today Store (shirts, koozies, mugs, posters, tanned fur, lure and mo…

In this episode, Pat Connelly interviews Clint Locklear from Predator Control Group and the Trapping Radio Podcast. Clint is a modern day legend in the industry, and has a lot to share with trappers. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery…

In this episode we chat with Jeremy Everett from Mississippi. Jeremy traps coyotes for the live market. It's a unique type of trapping in a unique place, and I really enjoyed hearing from Jeremy and learning more about his line. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & TanneryTrapping Today Store…

In this episode I give a short update on my line and shipping fur, as well as what to expect from the podcast the next couple of weeks. Then we go back to a campfire conversation with a few trappers at the Maine Trappers Association Rendezvous this past fall. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Min…

In this episode, we discuss that common question we face at times on the trapline: do we stick things out or pull traps and call it a day? Various factors come into play, and I'll discuss some of them and give my thoughts. I don't think there really is a good answer. I also talk about new products on the store, appearing on the Kansas BHA podcast, …

Figured it was about time I talked fur prices on the podcast. It's looking like another tough year ahead for the fur market. We'll chat details and what's to come.Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & TanneryCheck out Kaatz Bros. 10 Day Super Sale!Limited time: 10% off EVERYTHING at the Trapping Tod…

I just put up the first marten trapping video of my 2021 season, shared it as an instant premier on Youtube, and had a great post-video live stream with a lot of you from the Trapping Today community. This episode brings you the live stream audio, where we chat about marten trapping, habitat, lynx exclusion devices, trigger configurations, coni-pan…

In this episode, Alaska trapper and president of the Alaska Trappers Association Randy Zarnke talks trapping, oral history, defending trapping rights and much much more. The ATA is doing great work, and the oral history project alone is worth its weight in gold as far as I'm concerned. This will probably go down as one of my favorite episodes. I ho…

I'm getting ready to set out the annual marten trapline here in northern Maine. In this live stream podcast I discuss thoughts on location, lure and bait, efficient preparation, and using OnX on the trapline. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery…

This episode was recorded while live streaming on Youtube. I really enjoy the real time feedback from folks on the live stream, and the ability to answer questions on the fly. I discussed the question of when to start trapping, as well as the use of boxes on the trapline, how I use boxes on my marten/fisher trapline and design tweaks I've learned a…

In this episode I discuss my transition from losing money on fur to (hopefully) making some with fir, and the decisions we all have to make on how much time/money we spend on the trapline. I also answer listener questions about marten and fisher trapping. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMapsMoyle Mink & Tannery…

In this episode we sit down by the campfire with a few trappers from Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMapsMoyle Mink & TanneryCheck out the new Kaatz Bros. pan coversCheck out the Trapping Today Storeעל ידי Trapping Today

Some of you new listeners have asked about the history around the audio clips from the podcast intro song. In this episode I go through the clips, recap the episodes they came from, and add thoughts and reflection on past episodes. For a new listener, this should help you focus on which of the early episodes you might want to spend time on. Enjoy!S…

In this episode I had the privilege to talk with Maine trapper Alvin Yates about fox and coyote trapping in Maine, his favorite canine sets, tips and tricks to be more efficient on the trapline, trapping in Russia, and much more. Enjoy!Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMapsMoyle Mink & TanneryTrapping Today Store (lures and merch!)Kaatz Bros…

In this episode we talk trapping, threats to our future as trappers, and the importance of supporting trapping organizations in their efforts to preserve our rights as trappers. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & TanneryKaatz Bros. is in the market for glands, castor and skunk essence this fall -…

Yeah, it's episode 200 of the podcast. But I've never been big on milestones, birthdays, holidays or celebrations, so on we go, with little fanfare. In this episode I chat with Alex from Wisconsin, a fellow farmer who spends parts of his winters trapping raccoons and muskrats. Most of his raccoon trapping is done with dog proofs and focused on help…

Trapping season is just around the corner for many of us. In this episode I go over a short list of the big things to consider when prepping gear and equipment for the season. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tanneryעל ידי Trapping Today