2024/2025 Trapping thread

[Nine Banger]

I'm getting slack on pics but we got a sow raccoon this am and a huge male a few nights ago.

 

[devildog.34]

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?
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[devildog.34]

I weld the swivel to the base of drag. I like to buy old tire chains and use the heavy chain for the first 8 inches on drag for extra weight.

 

[go_deep]

I weld the swivel to the base of drag. I like to buy old tire chains and use the heavy chain for the first 8 inches on drag for extra weight.

I like that idea. I just need to get a good weld, slight chance of getting a wolf, and I want to make sure it'll hold if I'm lucky enough to trap one.

 

[go_deep]

Here's a rug I made with one of my Badgers.

 

[devildog.34]

Should we start a 2025-26 trapping thread or keep this one going? I’m late to this thread and don’t want to step on toes.

 

[go_deep]

Should we start a 2025-26 trapping thread or keep this one going? I’m late to this thread and don’t want to step on toes.

Technically most fall seasons don't start till September, so someone can start a new 25-26 Trapping thread then is my vote

 

[rookieforever33]

Keep em coming. I need to start trapping and watching this thread is inspiring.

 

[Nine Banger]

Opossum 58 in the bag. We have poults on the ground all over now.

 

[Wheels]

I like that idea. I just need to get a good weld, slight chance of getting a wolf, and I want to make sure it'll hold if I'm lucky enough to trap one.

I would just weld a big nut on the end of the drag and use a split ring thru the nut and chain.

 

[devildog.34]

I like catching coyotes probably more than catching bobcats. But I like selling cats better.

 

[huntsman22]

 

[Pzak]

Deep - Badger rug looks pretty solid. Big diggers on him...

 

[go_deep]

Deep - Badger rug looks pretty solid. Big diggers on him...

It turned out really good, but need to learn how to do live heads for that complete rug.

 

[huntsman22]

 

[go_deep]

Black Rust-Oleum, worked pretty good, just need to clean out the night latches.

 

[Nine Banger]

 

[Nine Banger]

 

[rookieforever33]

Why were we taught as kids that possums play "possum"? In my experience they hiss and spit like crazy.

 

[Nine Banger]

Why were we taught as kids that possums play "possum"? In my experience they hiss and spit like crazy.

I think they will do it if you grab them around the neck with your teeth. Try that.