The Ultimate Trapping Secret

“What is the biggest secret in trapping?” During almost every trapping course that I teach — in groups or in private — there is always someone who asks me this question or something similar. And for years, my answer was … [Read More]

Top Trapping Tips With Alan Probst

We recently sat down with expert trapper Alan Probst, owner of North American Trapper, and  discussed the best traps, bait and more to set for predators that will help deer and turkey populations.  [Read More]

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How to Cheaply Anchor a Trap

Thursday, April 17th, 2025

Product Spotlights

Trapping Gear: The Skinner’s Friend Post Bracket and Skinning Gambrel

The new Skinner’s Friend Post Bracket is a unique tool that doubles as a Reese hitch insert to make a portable skinning post, and when mounted in an inverted position it becomes a hanger to support a gambrel. Just add your own 2×4 and you are ready to skin on the road. [Read More]

Trapping Gear: Jameson’s Ultra Blend Mouse Musk Oil

Mouse Musk Oil has been a work in progress for a few years now. This bait is basically a liquid form of whole mice with a very natural, mild, appealing odor. [Read More]

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The Market Report

Fur Market Report April-May 2025: Timing is Everything

Find out which furs will be in high demand, what prices you can expect for your furs, and more. [Read More]

Fur Market Report February 2025: Selling Season on the Horizon

February has arrived and by now, most of the wild fur that will hit the market in early 2025 has already been harvested. Trappers down South can still operate in snow-free environments, but in the North, deep snow and cold … [Read More]

Fur Market Report January 2025: New Year, New Outlooks

Most trappers know the value of the fur they caught only after trapping season is over, and selling season really starts in January when auction houses go into action with their fur-collecting routes, and private buyers start purchasing skins. [Read More]

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