FUR TAKERS OF AMERICA
TRAPPER'S COLLEGE
and Furbearer Management Short Course
Trapping is an important tool in managing wildlife populations, in the gathering of biological data of furbearers, as a component of animal damage control, and for wildlife research. This unique opportunity is the most advanced trapper training available. Biologists, conservation officers, fur trappers, hobby trappers, and nuisance control trappers all agree. It is a college for the pro as well as the beginner. Class placement is based on your level of experience and needs.
WHEN: September 9-15, 2012
WHERE: YMCA Camp Potawotami
7255 E 700 S
South Milford, IN
COST: $1095
(includes tuition, room, & meals--you are responsible
for your own transportation to the college)
ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 50
For more information contact:
Gene Beeber
7701 Chet Lane
Louisville, KY 40214
Phone: 502-366-7216 or email
Some of the topics covered, but not limited to are:
WHEN: September 9-15, 2012
WHERE: YMCA Camp Potawotami
7255 E 700 S
South Milford, IN
COST: $1095
(includes tuition, room, & meals--you are responsible
for your own transportation to the college)
ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 50
For more information contact:
Gene Beeber
7701 Chet Lane
Louisville, KY 40214
Phone: 502-366-7216 or email
Some of the topics covered, but not limited to are:
- Professional Techniques
- Bait/Lure Application & Use
- Public Relations & Trapping
- Furbearer Management
- Trap & Snare Placement in detail
- Topographic Maps & GPS Technology
- New Trap Types & Techniques
- Trapline Troubleshooting
- Avoiding Non-Targets
- Fur--Skinning, Handling, Grading, & Marketing
- Wildlife Diseases & Human Risks
- Trap Modification & Repair
- Building Snares
- Water & Dry Land Methods
- Record Keeping & Taxes
- Wildlife Biology, Behavior & Habits
