Live Cage Trapping: Opossum Catch & Release
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- Опубликовано: 10 дек 2020
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Live Cage Trapping, Opossum Catch & Release!
Trapping is an important element in self reliance training. Live cage traps are a valuable tool for survival trapping if you have them on hand. In this video you will get an idea on how to use cage traps for trapping small gave such as opossum or raccoon. This is an easy way of how to catch a possum or other small game without harming them if you choose to release them. With live catch traps you have that option. These are great survival traps to keep on hand for when they are needed.
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Living on a farm and protecting chickens, I've been setting live traps for years, and they work great. I usually use dry cat food to get possums, and either that or quartered apples for racoons. I did get a groundhog once or twice with apples, but they're tough to catch...lol. Last year I set two live traps in my barn and caught a mother racoon and her three youngsters in two days.
It sounds like these traps have served you well also! I actually have expanded my line and I have two traps out right now baited with some old apples. I am hoping for a raccoon. We will see if he showed up early in the morning! Thank you for sharing your experience and for tuning in! Take care.
Nice catch, I have been using a Havahart live catch trap for over a decade on problem feral cats (TNR Program), opossums, and raccoons. I never used any camo for the trap, I would just set it out in the open where they frequent and would always catch one. I have found that dried cat food seems to work as the best bait for all three critters. Opossums and raccoons just LOVE dried cat food. Especially the Purina Cat Chow Complete! If you want to avoid catching a feral cat, try using fruit like apples or watermelon. Happy trapping!
I bought some country property in Arkansas and it was extremely populated with tics- a opossum's staple diet. They can eat hundreds in one day. Couldn't go anywhere without finding a tic crawling on you. I highly recommend letting these creatures do what they were designed for which is reducing the population of tics and cleaning up nature's garbage. They also make pretty good pets. Except for the time my terrier brought something into the living room that resembled one of her toys. She plopped it on the rug and there it was a adolescent opossum taking its last breaths- or so I thought. Went to get a bag, came back and the damn thing had taken off somewhere in my house. Gee, it did something it's also good at- playing dead or dying. Eventually I found it hiding behind some furniture and released it. The last thing I needed was for it to come out behind some furniture when or if I had guest over.
The possum was playing possum. I have one of these traps, just in case I ever need it. Thank you for the video, Matt. Stay safe and stay warm
Thank you so much my friend. These traps can definitely catch animals for relocation or for self reliance to provide yourself or family with meat. I appreciate all your kind words and support brother!
lollll that possum didn’t give a damn!!! nice video new sub 👍🏼
Thank you for releasing the little dude, he still has many more ticks to kill.
Great Job...Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.Thanks for your Videos,a Greeting 🎅✌
I just did the same thing a few months ago. Good stuff!
Matt, good to see your video sir! I have not been getting notifications like I used to.
Solid video. Great content for the community. Excellent period of instruction
Thank you so much Mathew! Take care.
I really like your intro music and the content you provide. Please keeep going. Thanks a lot for all you do.
working ok skill very nice... we all need to do that, my friend...
Never stop training! Practice makes better! Matt I've been thinking about getting some of your merch to show my support. Would it help more to get a Blackhat Bushcraft hoodie or order something from one of your affiliate pages? Won't be until after Christmas but I'd like to get something! God Bless!
Thank you so much for your support Jerry! I truly appreciate that my friend. All of those things help me out honestly and I would want you to choose something that will serve you well whether it is from T-Spring or from the Amazon, SRO or Exotac Affiliate pages. I hope that whichever choice you make, your investment will serve you well and provide you with years of service. Take care and be safe sir!
@@blackhatbushcraft I'm sure whatever I end up getting it'll be a quality piece of gear! I'm looking forward to being able to show my support for your channel! It's the least I can do for all the knowledge I've gained for free! LoL Thanks again and Merry Christmas!
Cat didn't get the same treatment as that possum. Another great video
He was a very pretty cat and a big boy! I wasn't expecting to have an animal in the trap and didn't even carry a camera other than the trail cam to film with. When I opened the trap for the cat, he shot out of there like a lightning bolt! He was pretty confrontational compared to the possum : ) Thank you so much for your time and kind words Gary!
Subbed was wondering if you would do a review of the pathfinder willow knife
Thank you so much for the sub Gail! I appreciate your support very much! I just recently acquired that one and I am working with it a bit to get a better feel for it. I will put it on the list of videos to film as I can :) Take care.
These critters are smart..your cool for trap & release however they will trick you🤣thanks as always for your time stay safe stay you until next time..
Off subject Matt but i like the watch you wear what is it..
@@liveinlove5958 Thank you! I have two different ones. If you check the link in the description for my Amazon affiliate page, click the Electronic Gear tab and you will see them both there. Thank you again for your support!
Absolutely! Thank you my friend and I appreciate your time and kind words.
@@blackhatbushcraft thank yoy for your time & response im not a big fan of amazon but ill take a look..i prefer to order directly from other companies..im big fan as well as my sons like to buy from ssshh..SRO..if we can verses amazon..we try to buy something from all of you😘im huge coffee fan so when ya get the entire green set available ill be more than happy to order it..also i put the word out id like to own your coffee set up..love the corporal but damn i like my coffee😘i especially enjoy chocolate coffee😍
I appreciate you responding Matt not a fan of amazon but however i ordered my son the watch you wear..he'll be confused..but shhh..he doesnt know yet had to buy him 1 cuz i stole the 1 he wears i liked it im mom so why not..🤣😂🤣😂also i so appreciate the way all of you reapect your lands & animals..oh ill eat them dont get me wrong but i like to choose when & if i need to..so much love..
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Thank you Bill!
Lol. you wasted a viennas on a possum. Man your generous .I'd go fishing , eat the fish and use the heads for bait. You could use dead minnows from a bait shop. Coarse I am a keyboard commando noitall . Good vid, and thankyou for sharing your experience with us.
Cheap canned cat foods good too, get the dented can and ask for a discount. Keep the viennas for lunch with crackers and hot tea. Seriosly I understand canned cat food a great attractant for trappers.
I totally get what you are saying and agree. I just happened to have some on hand that were old and so they made a quick bait solution. I have had Vienna Sausages countless times with a little vinegar poured in while fishing the day away on a jon boat :) Those are some good memories indeed! Thank you for taking the time to tune in and comment!
@@blackhatbushcraft It is truly my privilage to watch and learn, have been going back thru your old vids, good content. If you like viennas ,try make your own pickled hotdogs. I keep a 1/2 gallon in the refig all the time. its extremely easy to make and the cheapest hot dogs make the best pickled snacks. May you and yours have a good holiday season!
Enjoyed the video camouflaging the trap was good. enjoy reading the comments as always you got an interesting group that follows you and make comments. I like Vienna sausages too.
God Bless you too.
@@phillipmerritt1428 Thank you so much Phillip! I appreciate your interest and kind words my friend. I should have a new trap video out later this week. I am continuing to learn something new every day. God bless and take care!
What if you get a skunk? ;)
Every outdoor person knows the answer to that question. It starts with: "Very Carefully" LOL!
I have honestly never seen a skunk in my area as they are quite rare around here to my knowledge. I have been told that the best way to prevent from being sprayed is to cover the trap completely with an old blanket. It would definitely be a delicate process and I would proceed with great caution :)
Grinner
LOL!
A pet?😂😂😂
They can actually make good pets. I know someone local who actually has one and he really seems to love that thing. I definitely don't need any more pets but they seem quite docile. Thanks for tuning in!
I used to kill them but found out how useful they are by eating ticks and don’t carry rabies! Kill no more!👍👍👍
@@tonysmith5924 Absolutely! They can be good to have around for sure. In a pinch, they aren't all that different from pork :)
1. Camoflague is only good for the humans.
Animals dont care too much.
2. Always check traps at least once every 24 hours. I dont know about your state but in mine it is the law.
3. Put the trap in a large heavy bag of some kind, or carry a disposable tarp in case of skunk.
Good luck.
4. Bait you are feeding the animals.
Tuna cat food works well also for possum and raccoon.
Use a small can preferably without the pull tab. Using an can opener make a couple of small holes in the can. The pointed end of a bottle opener works well. The animals can smell the bait but cant really get to it.
This is important for raccoons. A large raccoon can wreck that trap. This is from personal experience.
To trap skunks especially besides buildings use the building on one side and a 2x6 or 2x8 on the other to create a funnel into the trap. They dont really see that well or respond to bait very well.
Fot nuisance animals relocate appropriately.
Every animal has a range if you dont move them a pretty good distance they will come back
I am definitely a stickler for checking the traps on time. I would never let them set for more than 24 hours and honestly I try not to go that long. You gave some solid tips and I appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience. Thanks for taking the time to tune in Shawn!
@@blackhatbushcraft Always. I spent some time doing pest control they trained us very well.
My Bulldog kills them.