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Post by K9Trapper1327 on Mar 22, 2013 20:42:50 GMT -5
hello everybody, im new here and would like to break the ice a little bit. my dad, cousin in law and i are wanting to go up to the adirondacks for a week trapping. we got most of it figured out. such as traps, lures, baits, sets etc. the only thing we really cant figure out and make a decision on is exactly where to go. i read some other posts on here and gave me some good ideas but just wanted to ask again to see if i could gather some new info. we want to target marten, fisher, otter, beaver, mink, rats, and maybe try to gets some cats. fox, coyotes and coon im not really worried about because i have the rest of the season to trap them more local. any info, tips and tricks would be greatly appreciated! thank you, Codie
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Post by oakhilltrappin on Mar 23, 2013 3:18:18 GMT -5
Welcome aboard.....and Good Luck with your Adirondacks trip !!
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Post by silverfox on Mar 23, 2013 4:28:54 GMT -5
a good map recon using google earth or my topo.com is going to be your best bet (aside from boots on the ground) a lot of public ground but a lot of recreational users, so as with any public land the further off the "beaten path" the better, shouldnt have any problems finding your targeted fur (i cant speak alot on the marten but they are there) im semi local and i plan to spend a week out there next season myself (back pack it sleep under the stars kinda thing) so i can get away from others, tried an "easy to access" area in there this past season and between the two other trappers already in there, the hikers, horseback riders, campers and dogs, etc, i decided i needed to do A LOT MORE research before committing my time and effort; good news is your starting early so you got time, good luck!!!
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Post by minkman1 on Mar 23, 2013 12:38:00 GMT -5
make sure you keep your traps simple. Use traps that can be used for a lot of different animals. EX). a 1/ 1/2 coil or 1.175 on a chain and drag on the crossover will take rats, mink, and the otter.
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Post by K9Trapper1327 on Mar 24, 2013 14:27:31 GMT -5
thanks everyone!! im not looking for an exact spot but just a general idea that overall has some fur and away from people to start my research and looking, thanks for the help guys!!
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catman4
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Post by catman4 on Mar 24, 2013 15:22:40 GMT -5
Welcome....
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Post by tmc on Mar 24, 2013 16:40:06 GMT -5
Welcome, Codie.
Another thing that would be useful in helping with suggestions is WHEN you plan on going. That would definitely affect accessibility, etc. Ma Nature sure isn't very predictable, as this month's weather reminds us all, but in general the time(s) you plan on going will make a difference.
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Post by proratman on Mar 24, 2013 18:07:22 GMT -5
Plan on going there in the early fall and do some serious scouting. Once the season opens you want to be on location and time will be very short. Enjoy.
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Post by K9Trapper1327 on Mar 24, 2013 21:57:14 GMT -5
thanks guys, i think goin up late summer will help out alot, maybe even a couple of times wont hurt. im thinkin the best way to find out is to just go up there and take a look for myself. thanks again
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Post by proratman on Mar 25, 2013 15:24:08 GMT -5
That is your best bet.
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Post by catman4 on Mar 27, 2013 20:39:57 GMT -5
DITTO......
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Post by fisherman on Mar 28, 2013 9:16:25 GMT -5
Don't know what area you are looking at, but for what it's worth fisher are darn scarce in the central adks, many more on the periphery. Marten are limited to only certain areas. Beaver,otter,minkcoyotes, fox are common. Rats are scarce. Don't want to scare you away, but don't want you to be disappointed either. Pre trip scouting a must. Topo maps a good idea. Much of Adks are beautiful country. Good luck!
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Post by K9Trapper1327 on Mar 28, 2013 14:50:18 GMT -5
thanks fisherman! thats the kinda info i was hopeing to get, what is the periphery? i looked it up and didnt find anything. i really appreciate the info!!
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Post by fisherman on Mar 28, 2013 21:36:35 GMT -5
The periphery is the surrounding areas of the adirondacks; foothills and farm country. places like saratoga, fulton, and montgomery counties. Trouble is that it is not wild country, plenty of houses, dogs, and people. Saratoga National Battlefield has lots of fisher for example, but trapping not allowed there. Generally there are lots of beaver throughout the mountains, otter too. Lots of coyotes. Cats are kind of scarce. Mink quite common, but very poor rat habitat. I live on eastern side of the mountains. Suggest you contact someone on western side. Again, good luck.
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Post by K9Trapper1327 on Mar 29, 2013 12:48:11 GMT -5
thanks again for all the info its much appreciated!!
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