Episodes

In this episode of the podcast, I discuss several trapping news items, including South Dakota's nest predator bounty program, Wyoming's crazy limited-entry beaver trapping debacle, and further restrictions for Montana trappers. I then get back to the subject of Alaska trapping history, talking about Ray Tremblay's book and trapping experiences around legendary trapper Fabian Carey. Finally, I read through an old article on Carey, the man whose name is on the Alaska Trappers Association's Trapper...

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, Kyle Kaatz and I talk about the current state of the fur market and the economic drivers behind fur prices. We discuss the results of the recent FHA and NAFA auctions, which effectively wrap up the 2018-2019 fur selling season, and go over specific prices individual species have been bringing over the past two years. Enjoy! Mentioned in this episode: FHA Auction Results NAFA Auction Results Skunks: The Best Investment You'll Ever Make Fur Profi...

In this episode, Brandon from Wisconsin picks my brain on getting started in trapping. Trapping can be pretty complex, and getting started without a lot of help can be a major ordeal. Brandon and I discuss a few questions he had about trapping, and I hope you can benefit some from our chat. We talk about lure storage, fleshing beams, fur drumming/tumbling, fur shed tools, under ice trapping, and a variety of other topics. Enjoy! Mentioned in this episode: Muskrat Trappers Guide by Mitchell Ric...

In this episode, Kyle Kaatz takes over the podcast. In interviewing me, we chat about my background, how I got into trapping, the origins of Trapping Today, and we riff on the future of trapping and our message to trappers in today's society. This might be the most fun I've had on a podcast so far, and we're 80 episodes in!!! Hope you enjoy.

In this episode I'm joined by Kyle Kaatz from Kaatz Bros. Lures as we discuss his experiences trapping in New Mexico. I know several trappers who have made the trip to NM to trap coyotes and bobcats, and they all have great stories to tell. Support our sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. Mentioned in this episode: Belisle Magnum Bodygrip Traps J.C. Conner Trap Drags

In this episode, I talk southern trapping with Kyle Kaatz. For several years, Kyle traveled south from Illinois in the winter months to trap Mississippi and Alabama. He learned a lot about southern trapping, and discusses his experiences an the ups and downs of state hopping in the south. Enjoy! Support our sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures Fur Harvesters Auction, Inc. Mentioned in the episode: magnum bodygrip traps

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, I talk long lining and state hopping with Kyle Kaatz of Kaatz Bros. Lures. We spend most of the episode talking about road trapping for raccoon and mink in Iowa: the conditions, regulations, competition, type of sets, and much much more. Hope you enjoy! Check out Kyle's Iowa trapline DVD Support the sponsors of the podcast: Kaatz Bros. Lures Fur Harvesters Auction, Inc.

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, Ron Jones talks with us about the difference between a 'location based on method' and a 'method based on location' trapper, establishing draw stations and test sets, offseason work, and advanced luring and baiting strategies. It's an information-packed episode, so get your thinking cap on! Support our sponsors: Kaatz Bros. Lures Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. Learn more about Ron: ACP Wildlife Pro

In this episode of the Trapping Today Podcast, I have a very special interview with Alaska trapper Jim Firmin. We talk about the history of trapping and life in the Fort Yukon, Alaska country, how he got started trapping and developed several traplines in the bush, among other topics. I really enjoy talking with Jim and had a lot of fun recording and editing this one. I hope you enjoy as well! Mentioned in this episode: The Last Alaskans (TV Show) Hunters of the Northern Forest Sam O. White,...

In this episode I'm back with Ron Jones of New Jersey, talking about advanced dog proof trapping methods and snaring particulars. Enjoy!

In this episode, I discuss the contentious issue of whether fisher kill lynx, and go over the results of a scientific study in Maine that documented fisher preying on Canada lynx at a surprisingly high rate. It's interesting stuff (and very controversial!!!) Support our sponsor, Kaatz Bros. Lures Here's a link to the study overview Want more background on impacts of the Endangered Species Act? This book includes one man's thoughts on the act and how it might be improved.

In Episode 72 of the Trapping Today Podcast, we chat with Ron Jones from ACP Wildlife Control Services and Redneck's Pride calls, baits and lures in New Jersey. Ron is an experienced trapper who uses his intellect to solve challenging situations with problem animals on a daily basis. He discusses strategies he employs to catch problem animals, and we talk snaring in New Jersey. I learned a lot in this episode, and hope you will too! Support our sponsor, Kaatz Bros. Lures Check out Ron's Websit...

In this episode I interview Chip Davis from Expand-A-Pan Traps. We talk about Chip's background, coyote trapping for the live market, Expand-A-Pan Traps, Mississippi Trappers Association, and his role on Clint Locklear's Trapping Radio. I had a great time chatting with Chip, and hope you enjoy! Support our sponsor, Kaatz Bros. Lures Learn more about Expand-A-Pan Traps: Expand-A-Pan Website Expand-A-Pan Youtube Channel Check out Trapping Radio

In this episode, I talk about F&W Media's bankruptcy, which may affect the Trapper & Predator Caller magazine. I then talk about Paws-I-Trip Pan Systems, which is a great add-on to eliminate pan wobble and add pan tension and night latching to jump traps and longspring traps. I talk about the old time mountain man 'free trapper' mentality, and read an article I wrote about free trappers, and one a reader submitted about modern trapping. I talk a bit about the Walter Arnold project and my motivat...

In Episode 69 of the Trapping Today Podcast, I go over news in the trapping world. The Stan Project is fully funded - thank you to those who donated - THIS IS GOING TO BE GOOD!!! New Mexico trappers won a recent victory, as the public lands trapping ban was killed in the legislature. Stay vigilant, this will likely resurface. Ontario proved its dedication to the Canadian trapping industry by pledging over $1 million to trapper education. That's Canadian dollars (haha, couldn't help myself!) but ...

In episode 68 of the Trapping Today Podcast, we talk about the legendary Sam O. White, a Maine-born hunter and trapper who became an Alaska wildlife agent and bush pilot in the early years wildlife management in Alaska. I read a bunch of excerpts from the book and provide a little bit of personal perspective on what I took away from Sam's story. Enjoy! Click here to find a copy of "Sam O. White, Alaskan".

In Episode 67 of the Trapping Today Podcast, I discuss a project close to my heart, The Stan Project, which would result in a documentary series on the life of Yukon Men's Stan Zuray. I go over the results of North American Fur Auction's March 2019 Fur Auction results and prices for wild fur, and talk about a few other topics. By the way, our friend Kris Pope at Coyote Trapping School, has 70 five star reviews on ITunes. We only have 60. What's up with that? Please take a second to give Trappin...

In this episode I go over one of the great trapping and wilderness adventure books of its time. Mink, Mary and Me was written by Chick Ferguson in 1946. Copies are expensive and tough to find, but I believe it's well worth the cost. Click here to find a copy of Mink, Mary & Me hardcover The book is now available on Kindle! Click here.

In this episode, I talk about attempts to diminish or ban trapping in state legislatures across the country. It's a sad reality, but we trappers need to be vigilant to protect our right to continue doing what we love. On a lighter note, I talk about "The Stan Project", a Kickstarter campaign for a documentary series on Yukon Men's Stan Zuray. I mention an article on BC trappers that I was a part of, and the opportunity to pick up one of my tanned marten and fisher pelts. Contact me at jrodwood@g...

In this episode, I get the chance to talk with Kyle Kaatz from Kaatz Bros. Lures, trapping supply dealer, lure maker, author and entrepreneur. I always enjoy talking with Kyle, and hope you enjoy tuning in!

In this episode, I interview John Chagnon from PCS Outdoors and Lenon Lures. We talk about how he got started trapping, his early supply business, the origin of PCS Outdoors, and his role in the legendary Herb Lenon's lure business. Support our sponsor, Kaatz Bros Lures. Check out John's supply company, PCS Outdoors. Check out Lenon Lures. Hope you enjoy, and sorry about the shotty intro - got a cold and completely lost my voice!!!

In a break from guest interviews, I sit down to catch up with you guys. It's been a few weeks and there's a lot going on, so I thought this would be nice. I go over listener feedback and reviews, and answer a few questions. I also tell the story of my first leg of under ice beaver trapping this winter. Enjoy, and stay tuned for a couple of great interviews in the coming weeks!

On this episode, I'm joined by Mark Taylor, trapper relations manager and fur grader with Fur Harvesters Auction, Inc. Mark has an extensive background in trapping, fur handling and fur grading. We go back and forth on the confusion we trappers often face when it comes to understanding how fur is graded and what all of those symbols and abbreviations on your auction slip actually mean, and how you can interpret what your fur grades, as well as how that impacts the value it may bring at auction. ...

In this episode, I chat with Garrett Volk from Volk Furs up in North Dakota. Garrett is in the center of one of the hottest coyote markets we've ever seen, and specializes in buying western heavy coyotes. We talk about pelt quality, what makes a good coyote, things trappers can do to maximize the value of harvested furs, and his new fur manufacturing business. Find Volk Furs here Support our sponsor, Kaatz Bros. Lures