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Alberta Trappers Association

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

November 25, 2019

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Trappers assist biologists with Wolverine ecology insight

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

November 25, 2019

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Amid the technology age of satellite mapping and swelling popularity of trail cameras, wildlife experts are still tapping the fur trappers’ knowledge to seek out important data on elusive predators. In Alberta, for example, biologists are looking to gain a better understanding of wolverine distribution across the Canadian province, and reaching back through decades of trapper reports and observations to do it.

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

November 24, 2019

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Alberta Trappers play key role in Fisher reintroduction

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

November 24, 2019

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Twenty-one trappers have participated in the fisher relocation program, applying their traditional knowledge & skills to assist with the project. Local experienced trappers are often recognized as the fulcrum for conservation projects, especially those involving furbearers such as the Fisher.