Trapping Today

In this episode we get into the second part of my interview with northern Maine trapper Butch Bornman. We chat about the way he likes to trap coyotes in northern Maine, including scouting, staking traps, set type, trap preference and a whole lot more. We also talk a little marten and fisher. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros.. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store Si...

In this episode I talk with local trapper Butch Bornman about growing up a trapper in Pennsylvania, making the move to northern Maine, and the trap lines he runs today. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!) Check out the new Trapping Today Store!!!www.trappingtodaystore.com Sign up for the Kaatz Bros. Newsletter here!

Check out part two of my conversation with Mike Miller of Wyoming, owner of Wind River Trapping Supplies. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!) Kaatz Bros. Deal of the WeekUse code 'JW5' for $5 off any order of $30 or more at Kaatzbros.com. Offer expires October 2, 2020.

In this episode I chat with Mike Miller from Wyoming, trapper and owner of Wind River Trapping Supplies. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!) Kaatz Bros. Deal of the Week:Use code 'JW5' for $5 off any order of $30 or more at Kaatzbros.com! Offer expires 10/2/20.

In this episode we talk about the current state of the fur market, how we got here, and marketing alternatives in an age of rock bottom fur prices. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!) My Products:Walter Arnold, Maine Trapper bookLong Distance Call LureTrapping Today Mustelid T-Shirt (limited supply!) Kaatz Bros. Deal of the Week! Use code 'JW5' for $...

This episode continues our discussion on cold weather gear for the trapline, and what I recommend based on my experience. Enjoy! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps Mentioned in this episode:Carhartt Arctic BibsChoko Extreme Snow BibsBig Bill lightweight wool pantsFleece Pants (couldn't find the ones i have, but these should work)Cold Pruf base layerWoolX Base LayerRefrigiwear BibsLL Bean...

It's starting to get a bit cold here, so let's talk winter clothing for the trapline! I had the chance to learn and test out a lot of gear on my Alaska trapping trip. In this episode I go over my thoughts and opinions, and what I've learned and come to prefer for trapline clothing. Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Walter Arnold, Maine Trapper bookKaatz Bro...

Check out the fourth and final segment of my interview with Rich Mellon from Trapping Inc. TV. What a great guy! I learned a lot about the TV and advertising industry, and got to hear about a lot of Rich's experiences on the trapline. He also tells us about their new exclusive membership community on Locals.com. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!) Ka...

This week we have another segment from our sit down with Rich Mellon from Trapping Inc. TV. We talk about traveling to film the show, native villages in Canada, old timers and the ways trapping has changed, and so much more. Enjoy! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off) Mentioned in this episode:Trapping Inc. TVWalter Arnold, Maine Trapper bookFur Profit bookLon...

In this episode we chat with Jared Larsen, marketing specialist with OnXMaps. We go over Jared's background, company history, the basics on using the app, many different layers and features, and what's coming next. Enjoy! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% discount) Mentioned in this episodeRinella Putelis 2020Walter Arnold book Kaatz Bros. Deal of the weekUse co...

We're back with Rich Mellon from Trapping Inc. TV and the Trapping Inc. Scuttlebut Podcast. We talk about Rich's background in TV with the Outdoor Quest show, starting Trapping Inc., his interactions with the public - non trappers and anti trappers alike, relationships with advertisers and promoting products, and learning from his experiences on the trapline. Enjoy! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros....

In this episode I talk with Rich Mellon from the hit TV show Trapping Inc. and the Trapping Inc. Scuttlebut podcast. We talk about Rich's upbringing in the outdoors, his registered trapline in northern Alberta, the role of trappers in the environment, and his views on humane trapping practices. Enjoy! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off) Check out Trapping Inc...

In this episode I chat with Garrett Volk about the Western heavy coyote market and the Canada Goose situation, the future of the fur market, his business making and selling fur hats and garments, and much more. Enjoy! Support our SponsorsKaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps Mentioned in this episode:Volk FursTruth About Fur article on Canada Goose Kaatz Bros. Deal of the Week:Use code 'JROD5' for $5 off any o...

This episode is part 4 of my interview with Maine trappers Billy Thompson and Charlie Tucker. We talk about Charlie's experiences filming the History Channel show "Mountain Men", as well as Billy's reality TV experience and other shows. We dive deep into trapping history, talking about local Maine trappers and some stories from the Northwest Territories. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. Lur...

In this episode we get into Walter Arnold's observations on the fisher. Note that this week's KBL bonus point deal applies to Kaatz Bros. baits, lures, books and DVD's (not traps or other supplies). I think I forgot to mention that in the show. Thanks and enjoy! Check out my new book: Walter Arnold, Maine Trapper Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code TRAP for 20% off!) Kaatz Bros...

Walter Arnold (1894-1980) was a legendary Maine trapper who gained notoriety through his trapping articles in Fur-Fish-Game magazine in the 1930's, 40's and 50's. Now you can experience the adventures, trapping tales, species observations and methods that Arnold shared with trappers over the years. In this episode I discuss the story leading up to the publishing of my new book, "Walter Arnold, Mai...

**UPDATE** The Walter Arnold book is NOW AVAILABLE!!!! Click here to purchase on Amazon. Here's part 3 of my sit down with Billy and Charlie. In this episode we hear some funny stories from past NTA conventions, talk about old trappers, hear some local history, and get into open water beaver trapping tips and tricks. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off...

Here's part two of my sit down with Billy and Charlie. In this episode we talk about 'secret lures', female trappers, marten trapping and food cycles, Maine furbearer populations, philosophy on killing animals, and some great history on Billy's dad, a northern Maine trapper who should have been a legend, if he hadn't kept so quiet! Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use promo co...

In this episode I sit down with Maine trapper Billy Thompson, one of the most accomplished beaver trappers out there, and Charlie Tucker, who starred on the History Channel show "Mountain Men". We had a great talk about Maine trapping, spring beaver, trapping in the old days, and what separates the professional trappers from the rest. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use promo...

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Hope you enjoy this interview with Nathan from Minnesota. We covered a bunch of different trapping topics I think folks can benefit from. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (use promo code 'TRAP' for 20% off your purchase!) This week's special from Kaatz Bros! Earn triple points on Kellen's Coyote Black Box Kits!! This is a great deal on a bait, lure and urine package that Kellen uses on...

In this episode, Nathan and I talk about a number of topics, including his unique fur handling setup, which is great to consider if you don't have access to a shed or garage to handle fur. We talk animal smells, spring beaver trapping, using OnX and trapping around Reservations, keeping records and more. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (use promo code TRAP for 20% off!) Mention...

In this episode Kyle and I talk about the current state of the fur market, from recent auctions to worldwide economic conditions. We get into the supply and demand issue (or non-issue), the ranch fur industry, Canada Goose, local fur uses, fashion vs. utility, and much more. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (promo code 'trap') Mentioned in this episode:Kevin's fur market analysi...

This episode features part two of my interview with Tyler Selden of the TV show "The Last Alaskans". We talked about the logistics of running a remote bush trapline, economics of trapping in an era of low fur prices, trapping with dogs, having young kids on the trapline, and a few other topics. Enjoy, and be sure to check out "The Last Alaskans" as well as Tyler and Ashley's website for some cool...

In this episode I'm excited to chat with Tyler Selden. Tyler and his wife Ashley were featured in the hit TV series "The Last Alaskans", which followed several families on their traplines in the Alaska bush. Tyler and I talk about what brought them to Alaska and how they got to the trapline they operate today. I also chat a little about spring beaver trapping, the fur market and recent news from C...