Jeff Traynor / At Large

May 28, 2020

A World Without Trapping, Conservation, Cultural Heritage, Discussion, General Trapping, Hunting & Trapping, North America, Public Relations, Science & Biology, Wildlife Management

Fur use - Perspective from a retired forester and wildlife manager

Jeff Traynor / At Large

May 28, 2020

A World Without Trapping, Conservation, Cultural Heritage, Discussion, General Trapping, Hunting & Trapping, North America, Public Relations, Science & Biology, Wildlife Management

Trapping especially has a tendency to be heavily criticized. In contrast, its also an activity that is heavily supported by professionals as an integral tool in the wildlife management playbook. While licensed trappers are often the primary focal point of criticism and scorn, what is NOT often recognized is the working relationship between state agencies, wildlife professionals, licensed trappers, and the general public.

Furbearer Conservation

January 1, 2020

List, New England, Politics & Wildlife Mgmt, Predator Management, Wildlife Management, Season Review, Hunting & Trapping

Furbearer Conservation: 2019 Year In Review!

Furbearer Conservation

January 1, 2020

List, New England, Politics & Wildlife Mgmt, Predator Management, Wildlife Management, Season Review, Hunting & Trapping

Thanks to a growing supporter-base for our mission, we wanted to look back at our top ten most popular posts and topics of 2019. This list was formulated using analytics from both this website, and our social media platforms, and averaged together to compile our most popular posts of the year in a countdown. So without further ado, we say goodbye to 2019 with a look back at our year in review!

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

December 29, 2019

Cultural Heritage, Discussion, How-To, Hunting & Trapping, Hunting, Predator Management

Hunters, hold those hides! A quick-tip guide for predator pelts

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

December 29, 2019

Cultural Heritage, Discussion, How-To, Hunting & Trapping, Hunting, Predator Management

For hunters across the north, deer hunting seasons are wrapping up. But That doesn’t necessarily Signify an end to the pursuits afield. Fur handling is the process of removing a hunted animal’s hide for the usage of the fur pelt. For those species that aren’t commonly hunted for human consumption, the usage of the animal’s hide and other remnants are recognized as an acceptable practice when properly regulated.

Furbearer Conservation

October 11, 2019

Cultural Heritage, Headlines, Hunting & Trapping, Legislation, National, New England, Public Relations, Suburbanization, Wildlife Management, Hunting Culture

Americans continue to support regulated hunting, trapping, and fishing

Furbearer Conservation

October 11, 2019

Cultural Heritage, Headlines, Hunting & Trapping, Legislation, National, New England, Public Relations, Suburbanization, Wildlife Management, Hunting Culture

The new study, which has been conducted periodically since 1995, says most people across the nation support hunting, trapping, fishing and sport shooting activities. The study cautions that approval tends to ebb and flow based on the motivations of those who engage in these activities.

Jeff Traynor / At Large

September 24, 2019

A World Without Trapping, Conservation, Headlines, Hunting & Trapping, Legislation, National, North America, Predator Management, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Control, Rough Cuts

In absence of trappers, Arkansas issues cull permits

Jeff Traynor / At Large

September 24, 2019

A World Without Trapping, Conservation, Headlines, Hunting & Trapping, Legislation, National, North America, Predator Management, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Control, Rough Cuts

For many in the hunting/conservation worlds, the announcement of Arkansas’ predator permit is a double edged sword. While the permit allows for a restoration of conservation balance, it also raises concerns with the socially perceived wanton waste of natural resources - the furbearers themselves.