Fox trapping

[mlamm24]

This fox loves traveling on this log on a daily basis. I do have my trapping license but really haven't spent any time placing any sets. I would like to take a shot at targeting this fox and maybe close the deal. 

What do I need?

Is placing the trap on the log a good idea?

Please anyone with experience chime in....step by step would be really helpful

 

 

[Bucksnbows]

Moved to General Trapping forum. 

[mlamm24]

Thanks....had a feeling I messed that up.

[Bucksnbows]

36 minutes ago, mlamm24 said:

Thanks....had a feeling I messed that up.

No problem!  You’ll get the hang of the site quickly. It’s still new for most. 

[Bucndoe]

In NJ I hang a snare on the middle of the log. Out of state I would carve out a spot for a 1.75 trap on the log and make him walk through. A walk through set on the log.

Or, put a blind set on each side of the log with the same 1.75 trap

[mlamm24]

Whats a 1.75?

[Bucndoe]

2 hours ago, mlamm24 said:

Whats a 1.75?

 

Duke 1.75 coil spring trap. 

Edited December 1, 2022 by Bucndoe

[NYRuthunter]

Simple dirt hole or post set before he gets on the log .Snare on log is a killer set .

[Dinorocks]

I’m in the Lancaster area, if you are not too far from me, I would be happy to teach you how to catch the fox.  Log crossings are ideal for lots of critters.

I personally prefer the MB-550 offset trap as it will hold a fox and a coyote and do minimal damage to the critters foot (due to the offset and the wide cast jaws) but there lots of options trap-wise.

I would recommend boiling your trap so it is scent free.  Use clean gloves to handle the trap.  In this situation, I would use a blind set.  Basically setting the trap in the ground where the fox comes up to the log from.  Another important thing is that the trap is staked well (I double cross stake all my traps), bedded solid and covered so it blends in with the surroundings.  A very small stick or pebble to guide the fox into the trap is very helpful.

good luck!