Coyote Trapping School Podcast

Kris Pope
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Coyote Trapping School Podcast

Kris Pope, from Coyote Trapping School, provides instruction and educational content for people interested in getting started, or getting better, at trapping furbearers and predators. Many people consider trapping a dying art, but there is still plenty of interest whether from outdoorsmen and women who are looking to further their outdoor skills, wildlife managers looking to enhance game populations through predator control, or survivalists interesting in knowing how to obtain food and fur in a survival situation. Follow along as Kris gives trapping industry updates, instructional information, and updates on his wintertime trapline. With a wide array of experience, from trapping artic foxes in Alaska to alligators in Florida, and a degree in wildlife biology, Kris’ passion lies in wildlife management and matching wits with wild critters near and far.

  1. 11/21/2020

    Coyote Trapping Tactics

    In this episode I review the different types of sets for coyotes and go over some coyote trapping basics, mainly sets, dirthole, flat, and scent post.  Hopefully providing good information for beginner and experienced trappers alike.  I also touch on an update to think mink cull we talked about last episode in Denmark.   To get a Shortliner Trapping Bag, Fur Stocking, or beavertail wallet be sure to visit my shop https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/shop/ Trapping season is here for some and coming quickly for others, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com

    41 min

  2. 11/12/2020

    Coyote Biology and Behavior

    In this episode I touch quickly on what could be a major impact on the fur market, related to COVID.  Then I go through a general overview of coyote biology and behavior.  As trappers, we should be experts on the game that we pursue, so I thought it might be helpful to review some data regarding coyotes, hopefully to improve our effectiveness as trappers.  Coyotes are a pretty interesting critter anyway, especially looking at their expansion throughout North American, and possibly soon South America. To get a Shortliner Trapping Bag, Fur Stocking, or beavertail wallet be sure to visit my shop https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/shop/ Trapping season is here for some and coming quickly for others, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com

    41 min

  3. 10/30/2020

    Meat Trapping

    In this episode I talk about eating furbearer meat.  If you’re a trapper or hunter, odds are that you’ve at least considered eating various wild game.  I think eating some of the meat we catch is a great opportunity to introduce others to wild game as well as give us some additional arguments to those who don’t approve of trapping.  The fact is, when handled properly it is quality tablefare, and a great talking point! To get your hands on a Shortliner Trapping Bag visit - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/product/shortliner-trapping-bag/  Trapping season is coming quickly, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com  Trappers Academy - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/trappers-academy-now-open/

    26 min

  4. 10/27/2020

    Q&A and Rambling

    In this episode I answer some listener questions.  I also talk a little about fur tanning (I just got my Texas furs back from the tannery!) and just some general trapper rambling.  I hope you enjoy, I’ve got some interviews in the lineup that I’m pretty excited about so stay tuned and if your season has already come in, good luck!   To get your hands on a Shortliner Trapping Bag visit - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/product/shortliner-trapping-bag/  Trapping season is coming quickly, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com  Trappers Academy - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/trappers-academy-now-open/

    33 min

  5. 10/19/2020

    Trapping Harvest and Historical Data

    In this week’s episode I dig into some trapper survey data and find some historical data of trapper harvest from several different states, some dating back to the 1930s.  It is very interesting data and highlights how important it is for trappers to accurately respond to those surveys.  Our game agencies rely on us for good data, and if we don’t provide it to them then they don’t have good data to manage the resource with.     To get your hands on a Shortliner Trapping Bag visit - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/product/shortliner-trapping-bag/  Trapping season is coming quickly, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com  Trappers Academy - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/trappers-academy-now-open/ Data Links discussed -  https://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/2018_michigan_furbearer_harvest_survey_report_678251_7.pdf https://www.ncwildlife.org/Trapping/Learn-Resources/Surveys-Reports https://www.iowadnr.gov/Hunting/Population-Harvest-Trends https://www.inhs.illinois.edu/files/6515/5138/2740/2017-2018_Trapper_Report_FINAL.pdf https://www.pgc.pa.gov/InformationResources/MediaReportsSurveys/AnnualWildlifeManagementReports/Documents/11101-17z.pdf

    55 min

  6. 10/02/2020

    Kyle Waltz - Conserv Wildlife Services

    In this episode I have a deep discussion with Kyle Waltz of Conserv Wildlife Services.  We talk in depth about Kyle’s business model and specifically the opportunity to partner with Conserv if you have or are wanting to start a wildlife control business.  It is a very interesting conversation and certainly gives a wildlife control operator some things to think about.  To learn more email Kyle at growth@conservmail.com or visit https://conservwildlifeservices.com/grow-with-us.   To get your hands on a Shortliner Trapping Bag visit - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/product/shortliner-trapping-bag/  Trapping season is coming quickly, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com  Trappers Academy - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/trappers-academy-now-open/

    1h 29m

  7. 09/29/2020

    Ryan Carpenter - R and R Trading Post

    In this episode I interview Ryan Carpenter, one of the R’s of R and R Trading Post.  Ryan and his wife, Renee, have a fur sewing business in Pennsylvania.  We talk about a wide range of topics including how Ryan got started trapping and how they got started in the fur sewing business.  I love seeing our fur get used here locally instead of being shipped off and never getting to see the final product.  To follow along with Ryan and Renee, or to order something you can visit their website - https://www.randrtradingpost.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/randrtradingpost/?hl=en Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/randrtradingpost/  To get your hands on a Shortliner Trapping Bag visit - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/product/shortliner-trapping-bag/  Trapping season is coming quickly, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com  Trappers Academy - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/trappers-academy-now-open/

    58 min

  8. 09/25/2020

    In it FUR the Money

    There are a lot more benefits to trapping than a fur check, which is a good thing in times like these when fur checks are slim to non existant!  There are plenty of things that trapping teaches you, and the network and connections you make as a trapper can unlock opportunities that you may have never otherwise been able to take advantage of.  As we approach trapping season, I hope there are plenty of us out there chasing fur, regardless of whether it has a high value or not.  It's good for the trapper and good for the environment.  That's a good combination in my book. To get your hands on a Shortliner Trapping Bag visit - https://www.coyotetrappingschool.com/product/shortliner-trapping-bag/  Trapping season is coming quickly, be sure to get your supplies from Kaatz Bros Lures, www.kaatzbros.com and email me with questions or podcast ideas kris@coyotetrappingschool.com

    30 min
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Kris Pope, from Coyote Trapping School, provides instruction and educational content for people interested in getting started, or getting better, at trapping furbearers and predators. Many people consider trapping a dying art, but there is still plenty of interest whether from outdoorsmen and women who are looking to further their outdoor skills, wildlife managers looking to enhance game populations through predator control, or survivalists interesting in knowing how to obtain food and fur in a survival situation. Follow along as Kris gives trapping industry updates, instructional information, and updates on his wintertime trapline. With a wide array of experience, from trapping artic foxes in Alaska to alligators in Florida, and a degree in wildlife biology, Kris’ passion lies in wildlife management and matching wits with wild critters near and far.

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