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Trapping on forest and public lands. Best Practices...

National forest and other public lands are meant for multiple use, and trapping is a legitimate use of the land.

However, every trapper who sets a trap on public land ground has a responsibility to do everything possible to minimize the chance of catching dogs or cats, or interfering with other people's use of the forest.

Don't set on designated hiking trails, because many hikers bring dogs. Don't set near houses close to national forest land, because some folks let pets run loose. Don't set near campgrounds or picnic areas.

Do what you can to keep catches out of sight, not only to avoid trap and fur theft, but also to avoid offending other legitimate forest users.

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Check your trap line as early in the day, and as often as you can. Getting to catches before somebody else has a chance to see them can prevent many problems.

Never set  body grip type traps in such a way a dog can be caught.