We’ve followed the works of Katie Ball’s Silver Cedar Studio for some time now - but we never knew the whole backstory. Thanks to a video short by Shaw Spotlight, we have some deeper insight into Katie’s business, heritage, and her proud sustainable use of Canada’s natural resources.

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

December 17, 2018

Conservation, Discussion, How-To, Hunting, Legislation, National, North America, Public Relations, List, Hunting & Trapping, Hunting Culture

10 Ways To Protect The Future of Hunting & Trapping

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

December 17, 2018

Conservation, Discussion, How-To, Hunting, Legislation, National, North America, Public Relations, List, Hunting & Trapping, Hunting Culture

10 Ways To Protect The Future of Hunting & Trapping

Here at Furbearer Conservation headquarters, we tend to discuss the politics, legislation, scientific study and other aspects that surround these outdoor pursuits. While this is all good and well, I must admit we haven’t done our due diligence explaining how YOU can help. So here goes our Top Ten Ways you can protect (and promote) the future of hunting and trapping.

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

November 20, 2018

Conservation, Discussion, Featured Article, General Trapping, Legislation, National, New England, Public Relations, Wildlife Control, Wildlife Management, A World Without Trapping, Hunting & Trapping

Bash those “lowly” trappers, at your own peril.

Jeff Traynor, A.C.E.

November 20, 2018

Conservation, Discussion, Featured Article, General Trapping, Legislation, National, New England, Public Relations, Wildlife Control, Wildlife Management, A World Without Trapping, Hunting & Trapping

Bash those “lowly” trappers, at your own peril.

Take a look at recent headlines across the country. In the wake of a reported “decline” in hunting and trapping activities, one need not wait long to catch a report of nuisance wildlife issues, disease outbreaks, or worse yet - attacks on people. Hey, maybe it’s all just a conspiracy put out by the “fur industry”. Or maybe it’s time critics of trapping start reformulating their arguments.

Jeff Traynor / At Large

July 16, 2018

Featured Article, Legislation, New England, New Hampshire, Public Relations, Science & Biology, Wildlife Management, Reference Article, Predator Management, NH Distemper Study, Rough Cuts, Headlines

Outfoxed

Jeff Traynor / At Large

July 16, 2018

Featured Article, Legislation, New England, New Hampshire, Public Relations, Science & Biology, Wildlife Management, Reference Article, Predator Management, NH Distemper Study, Rough Cuts, Headlines

Disease, debate, and discourse abound amid New Hampshire’s controversial fox hunting/trapping restriction proposals. The NH Fish & Game Department now finds itself in an awkward squaredance with Sportsmen, Activists, and Politicians.