Coyote Trapping School Podcast
113 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 194 ratingsKris Pope, from Coyote Trapping School, provides instruction and educational content for people interested in getting started, or getting better, at trapping furbearers and predators. Many people consider trapping a dying art, but there is still plenty of interest whether from outdoorsmen and women who are looking to further their outdoor skills, wildlife managers looking to enhance game populations through predator control, or survivalists interesting in knowing how to obtain food and fur in a survival situation. Follow along as Kris gives trapping industry updates, instructional information, and updates on his wintertime trapline. With a wide array of experience, from trapping artic foxes in Alaska to alligators in Florida, and a degree in wildlife biology, Kris’ passion lies in wildlife management and matching wits with wild critters near and far.
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Episodes
Bait and Lure - Episode 13 - Coyote Trapping School Podcast
October 24, 2018 04:12 - 25 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode I talk about the difference between bait and lure and how they are used at a set, when I consider rebaiting, and other bait and lure topics.
Scent Control - Episode 12 - Coyote Trapping School Podcast
October 17, 2018 05:00 - 23 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode of the Coyote Trapping School Podcast I talk about scent control, what that means with regards to predator trapping. I also touch on the different areas of scent control and why each area is worth considering trying to minimize your scent as much as possible.
Set Location - Episode 11 - Coyote Trapping School Podcast
October 10, 2018 05:00 - 21 minutes - 26.6 MBLocation is crucial when trapping. If you aren't setting your traps where the animals are traveling then you don't have good odds of catching them. Bait and lure only work so well, but they won't bring in animals from long distances. You need those coyotes passing close to smell your bait and come investigate. In this episode I talk through how I look at and choose locations to set.
Trap Modification - Episode 10 Coyote Trapping School Podcast
October 03, 2018 04:39 - 26 minutes - 33.6 MBThere are a variety of options for foothold trap modifications. It can be puzzling for a new trapper to figure out what each means at first glance. In this episode we'll go through the different modifications and what they do.
Getting Permission - Episode 9 Coyote Trapping School
September 26, 2018 11:45 - 23 minutes - 29 MBYou don't have to own a huge piece of land to be a productive trapper. Most trappers trap a variety of ownerships depending on what area of the country they are in. Some areas have ample public ground that is free for the trapping, others have all posted private land, which is more of the case in the Eastern US. I'll share with you my theory and methods for gaining access to trapping private land.
Bedding Traps - Coyote Trapping School Podcast Episode 8
September 19, 2018 14:00 - 18 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this episode I talk about bedding foothold traps, ways to ensure that you are getting a solidly bedded trap and how to check your trap to make sure that it is solid.
It ain't all about the money!
September 13, 2018 04:10 - 23 minutes - 30 MBTrapping to make money off of fur may not be a realistic expectation but that doesn't mean that there isn't value to trapping. I've had so many opportunities and amazing experiences that are a direct result of being involved in trapping. I may not always make money trapping but trapping has paid me back very well in a variety of other aspects.
Marketing Fur - Coyote Trapping School Podcast Episode 6
September 08, 2018 08:28 - 53 minutes - 66.9 MBIn this episode I talk through the different options for selling and marketing fur. If you're objective is to trap in the winter months, during fur season, then you need to have a plan and know what to do with your fur when you start catching it. There are a variety of options out there, each with their own pros and cons.
Coyote Trapping School Episode 5 - Timing of trapping and objectives
August 27, 2018 11:13 - 19 minutes - 23.1 MBThere are several objections one can have as a reason to trap, primarily split into 2 categories, fur or wildlife control. Fur trapping occurs in the winter months when fur is prime and at its best quality. Control work is done whenever is most productive for removing the problem animal.
Coyote Trapping School Episode 4 - Treating Traps
August 27, 2018 11:01 - 20 minutes - 25.2 MBThe traps we use are used hard, in some rough nasty conditions. Metal, dirt, and water don't typically mix well, that's why you need to treat you traps in some way to protect them from the elements while they are out there working for you. There is also the consideration that some predators, coyotes especially, have incredibly keen noses and the traps you use need to be scent free to ensure that they don't smell the trap and dig it up, or shy away from it. In this episode we'll discuss th...
Coyote Trapping School Episode 3 - Stakes and Drags
August 27, 2018 10:55 - 33 minutes - 41.7 MBSecuring your trap in some way is crucial to ensuring your catch is waiting for you when you make it. There are many options for anchoring, in this episode we'll explore several of the options and how they may be best suited for certain situations.
Coyote Trapping School Podcast Episode 2 - Trap Selection
August 27, 2018 04:04 - 27 minutes - 34.1 MBThere are a wide variety of traps available and many aren't named in an obvious way that would make sense to someone not familiar with trapping. In this episode we break down the different trap types and the importance of matching the trap size with the animal you are targeting.
Coyote Trapping School Episode 1 - Who is this guy?
August 26, 2018 02:02 - 17 minutes - 22 MBIn this first episode Kris introduces himself, and gives the audience a background on himself and the outlook for the Coyote Trapping School Podcast. The whole purpose is to make it easier for people to learn how to trap furbearers and predators.