Maryland Fur Trappers
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Welcome
Welcome to the Maryland Fur Trappers Learning Center, a hub of knowledge where enthusiasts and newcomers alike gather to explore the fascinating world of fur trapping.
Discover new insights, techniques, and a shared passion for responsible and sustainable practices.
Whether you’re a seasoned trapper or simply curious, we invite you to join us in fostering a community dedicated to learning and respecting our natural resources.
National Trappers Association Video
![Trapping the Trouble: How Predator Control Aids Waterfowl Conservation](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/800adorable-mother-duck-and-her-duckling-enjoying--400x284.jpg)
The quiet marshlands, where waterfowl nest, tell tales of unseen battles. The play of predator and prey is ...
![Paddling Paradise: Trappers, Nutria, and the Sunrise Symphony in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Estuaries](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/paddling800-400x284.jpg)
Paddling Paradise: Trappers, Nutria, and the Sunrise Symphony in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Estuaries
As the first light of dawn caresses the serene waters of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay estuaries, a surreal experience ...
![Whispers in the Marsh: Trappers, Anglers, and the Symphony of Chesapeake Bay Conservation](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/800eric4-400x284.jpg)
In the tranquil estuaries of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, anglers experience a connection with nature that is both ...
![The Beneficial Tool of Ethical Trapping for Re-establishing River Otters in Western Maryland](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/800otter-swimming-in-a-river-400x284.jpg)
River otters were common in the Chesapeake watershed until they were driven out by the fur trade in the 19th ...
![The Devastating Impact of Nutria on the Chesapeake Bay Ecosystem and the Benefits of Ethical Trapping](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/800sunrise-in-chesapeake-bay-400x284.jpg)
Have you heard about the devastating effects the invasive species Nutria has on the Chesapeake Bay ...
![The Importance of Ethical Trapping to Protect Shore-Nesting Sea Birds](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/800portrait-of-a-piping-plover-400x284.jpg)
Shore nesting birds like plovers, gulls pelicans and egrets are facing drastic losses. Protecting these birds is ...
![Harmony in the Wild: Balancing Predator Control, Wildlife Management, and Sustainable Income through Ethical Trapping](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/800environment-issues-in-the-news-400x284.jpg)
In the intricate tapestry of our natural world, the role of predator control by trappers stands as a critical ...
![Rabies Alert: Unmasking the Silent Threat in Charles County and the Vital Role of Trapping in a Changing Landscape](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/800coyote-400x284.jpg)
In a chilling revelation, the Charles County Department of Health recently announced that a coyote, collected on ...
![Navigating the Suburban Wilderness: Challenges of Foxes, Raccoons, and Coyotes in Maryland](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/800_25000-Acres-400x284.jpg)
Let's take a thin-slice look at a small section of Maryland. Over the past decade, the rapid development of a ...
![Unraveling Common Misconceptions and Understanding the Benefits of Trapping Furbearers](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/800camping-writing-journa-400x284.jpg)
Misconceptions
Trapping, often a misunderstood practice, has been surrounded by misconceptions that ...
![Mange Mites and the Bittersweet Symphony of Trapping: A Deep Dive into the Emotional Connection Between Trappers and Nature’s Call](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/800man-in-woolly-hat-in-forest-400x284.jpg)
The haunting specter of mange mites casts a shadow over the natural world, affecting wild animals in ways that ...
![The Importance of Ethical Trapping in Wildlife Management: Protecting Our Eco-System and Heritage](https://marylandfurtrappers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/800cute-young-fox-cub-on-the-grass-background-400x284.jpg)
What do wild animals have to do with you or your business? Everything. Our country is home to an estimated 166 ...