Getting Started

[Belo]

In the process of completing my trappers course. Looking to trap yotes only and only start with 1 or 2 simple sets. Is there a basic list to dip my toe in and what sites/companies should I browse?

I should note that I don't plan to sell any hides, but am going to take a stab at fleshing them as hunting/killing for just population control is not something I'm sure I'd like to do. 

[Mattypotpie8s]

Check out F&T’s starter kits.

[Spysar]

You're starting with the absolute hardest animal to catch. I'd start out coon trapping and work your way up.

I wouldn't worry about what your gonna do with hides, until you have 1. Coyotes are hard. 

[HeavyUser]

9 hours ago, Belo said:

In the process of completing my trappers course. Looking to trap yotes only and only start with 1 or 2 simple sets. Is there a basic list to dip my toe in and what sites/companies should I browse?

I should note that I don't plan to sell any hides, but am going to take a stab at fleshing them as hunting/killing for just population control is not something I'm sure I'd like to do. 

Cool man, I just recently did the same. 

 

I bought a starter set below.

Predator Trapping Starter Kit (MB-550s) – IronTrail Trapline Supply, LLC

 

The items were cheaper than buying them separate from Cabella's and such. 

 

I'm eager to hear about your experiences so please share them with us.

Edited December 29, 2023 by HeavyUser

[Spysar]

I looked at that kit. I wasn't sure about that anchor system and the length of the chain. And if it's strong enough to hold a yote, how to you get the trap back?

[Water Rat]

42 minutes ago, Spysar said:

I looked at that kit. I wasn't sure about that anchor system and the length of the chain. And if it's strong enough to hold a yote, how to you get the trap back?

You would need to purchase a stake puller or a crowbar. 

[Water Rat]

Years ago I used to double stake my coyote sets and still had coyotes trying to pump out my traps. Lately I’ve been using the chain stakes without any issues. I only wax about 1/2 the chain length. I have both of these stake pullers but I prefer the top one. It’s easier to carry around. I usually hide it in the woods and pull all my traps at one time. I only wish that I had the luxury of using a 4 wheeler. Maybe that’s why I only run a few traps.

[HeavyUser]

17 hours ago, Water Rat said:

You would need to purchase a stake puller or a crowbar. 

thanks, looks like I need to order something else now!

[Water Rat]

When you pull your traps out of the ground , make sure all the tension is on the chain and not the swivel. The swivel will bend rendering them useless.

[HeavyUser]

Edit: wrong thread

Edited December 30, 2023 by HeavyUser
Wrong thread

[Water Rat]

You should really do it outside and not in your garage. If you’re not using a double boiler for your wax…..be very careful. Wax is extremely flammable ! Good luck going forward. Keep us posted.

[Caveman]

If you want to see some illustrations of basic sets, check out trapperman.com.

 

[Belo]

On 12/28/2023 at 4:00 PM, Spysar said:

You're starting with the absolute hardest animal to catch. I'd start out coon trapping and work your way up.

I wouldn't worry about what your gonna do with hides, until you have 1. Coyotes are hard. 

I'm not in it for hides. This is predator control for me, if i'm successful then great and if not that's ok too, it's something I'm definitely just dipping my toe in on at the moment. 

At the same time, I'm not in the business of killing without some kind of use so want to be prepared. I've read that I can freeze skinned hides which is what I would do out of the gates maybe, and even then fleshing and stretching doesn't seem overly difficult either. 

I would like my own coon skinned cap though

[Cabin Fever]

6 hours ago, Belo said:

I'm not in it for hides. This is predator control for me, if i'm successful then great and if not that's ok too, it's something I'm definitely just dipping my toe in on at the moment. 

At the same time, I'm not in the business of killing without some kind of use so want to be prepared. I've read that I can freeze skinned hides which is what I would do out of the gates maybe, and even then fleshing and stretching doesn't seem overly difficult either. 

I would like my own coon skinned cap though

Pretty much in the same boat, I'm in it for predator control! After getting pics of another coyote carrying away one of the few fawns that was left around here this past Spring, I decided to get back into trapping. I've only trapped coons and possums in the past, so not experienced with coyotes. I spent time over the summer watching coyote trapping videos on YouTube and buying supplies. I just ordered some bait and lures to try. I would have been trapping by now, but I've only gotten a couple pics of a pair of coyotes in the past 6-8 weeks, so I lost some ambition. There's a few red fox around, so maybe I'll practice on them to build my confidence. LOL

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