|
Post by outdoorsman315 on Apr 2, 2013 9:14:43 GMT -5
A friend and I are debating on going up to the Adirondacks for a week this winter and setting a slew of traps targeting just marten, fisher, and bobcat, with maybe a few blind sets for otter if it looks feasable. We have been doing a fair amount of research but are having trouble finding public land that has a good population of marten and fisher and an even harder time find a cabin to rent. With that being said does anyone from that area know of any good spots that we could find a fair amount of marten and fisher? That cabins not a huge deal we could rough it if need be but would enjoy a cabin if any are in the area. Thanks all.
|
|
Trapper Jack
life member nysta,alaska trappers assn,nta, foothill trappers
Posts: 523
|
Post by Trapper Jack on Apr 2, 2013 11:15:27 GMT -5
I wish you luck. A "slew" of traps targeting marten,fisher,and bobcats eh? Well, you better do a "slew" of preseason work before you come. It ain't like they are everywhere up here. In fact, few and far between. 40 years trapping up here and the population has declined steadily. I ain't saying they aren't here, just saying you better be prepared to work your tails off for them. I have also found the last few season that trappers are everywhere up here especially on state lands. I think the fur prices and economy have to do with that. You will have competition up here no matter where you go. I trap a mix of private and state lands. I'd say 75% private and 25% state. I have caught a few of each but no bragging being done. It was hard work and perseverance. Again good luck and no disrespect meant as to your goals. Peace Jack
|
|
|
Post by outdoorsman315 on Apr 2, 2013 20:49:15 GMT -5
I appreciate the advice Jack, and we arent coming up in hopes of cleaning house and hitting it rich by any means. Its more of a get away retreat and trying to atleast trap one of each to cross it off our trapping bucket list. We just figured the more traps out the better our odds and we were just curious as to what parts of state land we might have the best chances on. By no means do we want to step on anyones toes or be the out of towners that piss all the locals off with or presence but we also dont want a ton of steal stolen either.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2013 21:17:39 GMT -5
One thing that i have learned about the adirondacks is this if you see a sign that says for ever wild means one thing forever dead marten and fisher strong holds are disappering for lack of food sorces with the forever wild forests only thing that are in abundance up there are sasquatch looking tree huggers IMHO!!!!!!!!!!!!
|
|
Trapper Jack
life member nysta,alaska trappers assn,nta, foothill trappers
Posts: 523
|
Post by Trapper Jack on Apr 2, 2013 21:27:32 GMT -5
I know what you mean. Traps are a expensive investment. On the state land I use my older traps. I save my mb's for the private land, but thats no guarantee they will be there the day after. I have not had any stolen so far. I don't trap along the roadways or culverts. I park my vehicle a good distance from my trapping areas on state lands. I check real early. I see a lot of guys in the wood during the day. I avoid them. Saturdays and Sundays are tough because of hunters. I do wish you luck.
|
|