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The Trappers Edge – Trapping Techniques

$325.00

Master the art of trapping in our fun and hands-on 2-Day Trapping Course! Learn modern techniques alongside primitive methods, from setting up ethical traps and crafting effective baits to building natural snares and deadfalls. Perfect for survival enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike—get ready to unlock nature’s secrets and boost your self-reliance in style!

Description

The Trappers Edge – Primitive and Modern Trapping Techniques

Discover the art of trapping with our immersive 2-Day Trapping Course, where modern techniques meet primitive ingenuity. Whether you’re looking to enhance your survival skills or simply want to get closer to nature, this course offers a hands-on experience that is as educational as it is fun. In today’s modern society, knowing how to trap—not only for sustenance in a survival scenario but also as a way to understand natural behaviors—can be both practical and empowering.

What You’ll Learn

Thro Important Legal Notice: Trapping Regulations throughout the course, you’ll gain a solid foundation in both modern and primitive trapping methods. Our expert instructors guide you through the principles of ethical and legal trapping practices, ensuring you understand the importance of safety and sustainability in every step. You will learn how to:

  • Set up and configure a variety of modern traps, from leg-holds to live traps
  • Choose and craft effective bait and lure techniques
  • Evaluate and select optimal trap placement based on natural signs
  • Construct primitive traps using natural materials such as snares, and deadfalls
  • Camouflage and test your traps for maximum efficacy in different terrains

Why Trapping Skills Matter

In a world where convenience often overshadows self-reliance, these skills provide a valuable edge. Whether you’re preparing for an outdoor adventure, a survival situation, or simply seeking to reconnect with nature, the ability to trap responsibly is an essential survival skill. Learning these techniques not only boosts your self-sufficiency but also deepens your appreciation for the balance between human activity and the natural world.

Join us for two days of practical, engaging, and enlightening training that will leave you confident in your ability to harness nature’s resources responsibly and effectively.

Important Legal Notice: Trapping Regulations

Please note that trapping is illegal in Colorado; we will not engage in any actual trapping, but will only set up and demonstrate proper trap usage. We encourage everyone to familiarize themselves with local laws and regulations.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If students do not wish to camp with us, the town of Cripple Creek is a short 15 minute drive from our location and Woodland Park is 30 minutes away. Students will be responsible for making their own reservations with nearby hotels. We do have a central community campfire location with a few designated campsites but mostly offer dispersed camping. Students will be able to drive their car within 100 feet of the main camp and will not have to hike gear long distances.

  • Sanitation/Hygiene: A porta potty restroom and potable water will be provided at the main camp

FOOD AND WATER REQUIRED

Water will be provided but students will need to bring their own food. We recommend quick field expedient meals such as freeze dried hiking meals or MRE’s. They can quickly be made at our primitive camps and won’t slow down the learning process. However, students may bring any food that they wish to cook over the campfire or on their own personal camp stove.

Food can be purchased locally at nearby facilities. Walmart and several local eateries are within a reasonable driving distance.

NOTE

Due to the different levels of prior experience and knowledge among students in each class, individual outcomes may vary. Weather conditions can also be a factor in changing class content slightly. Nonetheless, our instructors will always endeavor to be as accommodating and consistent as circumstances will allow to ensure students get the best training experience and value for money.

Start Time: 9:00AM

End Time: 5:00PM

Recommended Gear List for Trapping Course

Shelter & Sleep System

  • Tent, bivvy sack, or hammock with tarp

  • Sleeping bag rated for season

  • Sleeping pad or ground insulation

  • Headlamp with extra batteries

Clothing

  • Weather-appropriate base layers (synthetic or wool preferred)

  • Insulating mid-layer (fleece or puffy jacket)

  • Waterproof jacket and pants

  • Durable pants for kneeling in brush

  • Hat and gloves

  • Sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes

  • Extra socks and underwear

Cooking & Food

  • Backpacking stove or campfire cooking gear (if allowed)

  • Small cooking pot or pan

  • Spoon/fork/spork

  • Lightweight mug or cup

  • Water bottle or hydration bladder

  • Water filter, purifier, or tablets

  • Food for 2 days (freeze-dried meals, trail mix, jerky, etc.)

Survival & Bushcraft Gear

  • Bushcraft knife (fixed blade, full tang)

  • Ferro rod or lighter

  • Folding saw or hatchet (optional, but useful for primitive trap construction)

  • Paracord (50 ft or more)

  • Small first aid kit

  • Notebook and pencil

Trapping Course-Specific Items

  • Leather gloves (for working with wire or building traps)

  • Multitool or small pliers

  • Small coil of snare wire or brass wire (for practice only)

Optional Items

  • Small tarp or foam pad for kneeling while working on traps

  • Camp chair

  • Camera or phone for taking photos of trap setups