Those that catch the full-time trapping bug are anything but “normal.” [Read More]
Author Archives: Jim Spencer
How to Make a Bucket Set by Jim Spencer — Part II
These 9 bucket strategies were developed over many years that can make your life as a trapper much simpler. [Read More]
How to Make a Bucket Set by Jim Spencer — Part I
These 8 bucket strategies were developed over the years and prove to be very effective for ‘coons [Read More]
No More Compromise, and No More Farten
November 2008 Editor’s Call: As trappers, we can never let our guard down when it comes to additional regulations. [Read More]
Storing Traps With Springs Depressed Has Little Effect
Does it weaken the springs of body grip-type traps if you leave the safety hook in the set position year-round? [Read More]
Do You Need It?
Tools can come in handy, but extra gadgets can weigh a trapper down. [Read More]
Eye Appeal: The Ultimate Universal Lure
The features that catch your attention are likely also what furbearers are looking at. [Read More]
Elimination of Wolf Hunt Is Misguided
October 2008 Editor’s Call: Anti-hunters turn good piece of legislation into threat to hunters’ and trappers’ rights [Read More]
Trapping Defines, Consumes Me
September 2008 Editor’s Call: Veteran longliner honored to take reins as T&PC’s executive editor. [Read More]
Use Unscented Detergent to Clean Rubber Jaw Traps
Q: Since lye is no longer sold in stores, what would you recommend to clean rubber jaw traps? [Read More]