2024/2025 Trapping thread

[huntsman22]

 

[go_deep]

Doubled up on some
Bigguns.
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[Nine Banger]

We doubled on bigguns. Both male.

#theyjustkeepcoming

 

[Nine Banger]

Prepping to dip and put stuff up so we're ready to deploy again after deer season.

 

[Wheels]

Prepping to dip and put stuff up so we're ready to deploy again after deer season.

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I’m thinking about doing the same, need to make some waxed dirt too.

 

[Nine Banger]

I’m thinking about doing the same, need to make some waxed dirt too.

I am planning to switch to dip this coming year but there's still a lot of wax on these traps after boiling.

I'm going to do another boil in fresh water and test for viability.

Dip may be a "new trap" thing.

I watched a demo at a workshop this year and dipping makes waxing look stupid.

 

[go_deep]

I am planning to switch to dip this coming year but there's still a lot of wax on these traps after boiling.

I'm going to do another boil in fresh water and test for viability.

Dip may be a "new trap" thing.

I watched a demo at a workshop this year and dipping makes waxing look stupid.

I bought a dozen and a half NO-BS K9 Jr's and they come dipped/painted, they're smooth.
Got about a dozen other types that I bought to try and will dip them too.

 

[MannyMedeiros21]

Prepping to dip and put stuff up so we're ready to deploy again after deer season.

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How many nest predators have you taken off your land since deer season? The number must be high. It seems you catch something every day lol


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[Nine Banger]

How many nest predators have you taken off your land since deer season? The number must be high. It seems you catch something every day lol

Predator Management Permit:

1 Bobcat (release)

1 Fox

17 Raccoon

24 Opossum


‘24-25 Season:

26 raccoon

33 opossum

1 bobcat (release)

3 red fox (1m/2f)

5 coyote (mx2/fx3…black male)



‘23-24 Season

62 opossums
44 raccoon
1 fox

 

[MannyMedeiros21]

Predator Management Permit:

1 Bobcat (release)

1 Fox

17 Raccoon

24 Opossum


‘24-25 Season:

26 raccoon

33 opossum

1 bobcat (release)

3 red fox (1m/2f)

5 coyote (mx2/fx3…black male)



‘23-24 Season

62 opossums
44 raccoon
1 fox

How many acres are you trapping? The numbers just seem mind blowing. My turkey population sucks……and this is probably why


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[Nine Banger]

How many acres are you trapping? The numbers just seem mind blowing. My turkey population sucks……and this is probably why


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90 acres.

Surrounded by equestrians, dove guys and hobby farmers.

 

[go_deep]

How many acres are you trapping? The numbers just seem mind blowing. My turkey population sucks……and this is probably why


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You're exactly right. Way more nest raiders out there than you realize

 

[Nine Banger]

Dip is definitely for new traps.

Wax dies hard. I even hit this gear with brake parts cleaner after boiling.

 

[go_deep]

Dip is definitely for new traps.

Wax dies hard. I even hit this gear with brake parts cleaner after boiling.

Maybe I'm all wet, but I think I'm going to try Rust-Oleum after degreasing. Going to try one and see how it works.

 

[Nine Banger]

Maybe I'm all wet, but I think I'm going to try Rust-Oleum after degreasing. Going to try one and see how it works.

Go fluorescent orange or pink.

 

[go_deep]

Go fluorescent orange or pink.

First thought was maybe brown or black, but I like your idea better....

 

[devildog.34]

An old peg leg from the winter. Not sure how she lost it.

 

[go_deep]

An old peg leg from the winter. Not sure how she lost it.

Holy smokes!

 

[huntsman22]

 

[go_deep]

Making 2 dozen trap drags.
Trying a couple different ways to attach the trap and chain, so far 5 chain links of #3 chain appears to be the best option.
Anyone else have a good suggestion for the best way to fasten the quick link and chain?