The Many Uses for Cage Traps

The Many Uses for Cage Traps

Author: Trapping Today July 4, 2021 Duration: 46:54
In the third and final part of my interview with Jim Comstock we talk about many of the varied types of trapping where cage traps can be useful. We discuss animal damage control work, under ice beaver with cages, and even some limited coyote cage trapping. Enjoy! Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnXMaps (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off)Moyle Mink & Tannery Check out Jim's website, Comstock Custom Cage or contact him: info@comstockcustomcage.com (phone 518-792-2371). Kaatz Bros. has a limited supply of TS-85's in stock and ready to ship. Get 'em before they're gone!!!

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The Maine Black-Cat: Podcast Episode 137 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:31
In this episode we get into Walter Arnold's observations on the fisher. Note that this week's KBL bonus point deal applies to Kaatz Bros. baits, lures, books and DVD's (not traps or other supplies). I think I forgot to m…
Walter Arnold, Maine Trapper Book: Podcast Episode 136 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:34
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Billy Thompson and Charlie Tucker Part 3 – Podcast Episode 135 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:31
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Billy Thompson and Charlie Tucker Part 2 – Podcast Episode 134 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:10
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Minnesota Trapper Nathan, Part 4 – Podcast Episode 132 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:51
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Minnesota Trapping with Nathan, Part 3 – Podcast Episode 131 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:24
Hope you enjoy this interview with Nathan from Minnesota. We covered a bunch of different trapping topics I think folks can benefit from. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros LuresOnXMaps (use promo code 'TRAP' for 20% off yo…