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About Mongo
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Expertise
I can answer most basic questions concerning predator trapping and some water trapping. Questions about lures, baits, sets, traps, trap treatment, modification, sizes, equipment, usage, etc. I have been certified by the Okla. Dept. of Wildlife Conservation, First Okla. Trapper`s Assoc., and the Okla. State Univ. Extension Service as a trapping instructor, and in years past have given classes to people wishing to learn the sport...I also have a number of years experience in predator calling and can provide some basic answers to these questions as well.

Experience

Past/Present clients
As far as teaching what I know to others. I take this to be what you mean here... I have helped my son, and son in law, as well as a number of others in this area, to get started in trapping and predator calling... I have had personal instruction from professional government ADC specialists, and I have 30 years experience running my own traplines, and over a half century of experience in the outdoors...... I have a friend who is a troop leader with the Boy Scouts. In the past I have done several demonstrations on trapping and predator calling for the boys, and on a number of occasions have helped the troop to set up and run a trapline during the winter, with proceeds going to the troop.

   

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SubjectDate Asked

installing muzzle brake on mosin nagant m4411/20/2009
  Q: Can you please give me some advice on how to install a muuzzle brake on an Mosin Nagant M44???
  A: Good Morning Anthony, Well, Anthony, actually my expertise here is in the area(s) of trapping and ...
trapping11/17/2009
  Q: Mongo, I have several rats and mice. Curious to know what you would do with them if you were using ...
  A: Good Morning Dane, Well, let's start with the rats... To be honest, I did use rats occasionally, ...
beaver11/15/2009
  Q: of beaver meat is it ok to freeze it tell i get ready to make bait for coyote and for bait out of ...
  A: First let me apologize for taking so long to get back to you on this, but I have had a few medical ...
bear calling10/27/2009
  Q: Mongo, I am an avid hunter and live N Lexington, KY. Kentucky will B having its 1rst limited bear ...
  A: As for cover scent... When predator calling, and if I used cover scent, I generally used skunk ...
bear calling10/24/2009
  Q: Mongo, I am an avid hunter and live N Lexington, KY. Kentucky will B having its 1rst limited bear ...
  A: Well Bill...to begin, I have been told that both fawn and elk calf distress are excellent calls for ...
trapping10/24/2009
  Q: mongo im going to trap some beavers & muskrats this spring can u tell me how to dry them and put ...
  A: You can store it in pretty much any jar... Just MAKE SURE it is well preserved, and is no longer ...
trapping10/23/2009
  Q: mongo im going to trap some beavers & muskrats this spring can u tell me how to dry them and put ...
  A: Good Morning Roger, The short answer to that is "Yes".... However...it MUST be well preserved, and ...
bear trap10/19/2009
  Q: We have an old bear trap the markings are Northwest Terr Fur Co ltd, Pat #1876 in the center of the ...
  A: Well, actually I know very little about "collectable" traps or the values of them. So I must ...
cleaning plastic containers10/3/2009
  Q: I dont own a truck so i thought i would get a few plastic containers with lids that will fit into ...
  A: Mike, I used ALOT of plastic 5-gallon buckets to carry traps...and here is the way I always cleaned ...
Queastions9/28/2009
  Q: What is bean of muscaro? And where can you find asafoetida?
  A: To begin, let me apologize for not getting to your question sooner...but I am an older fellow and ...
BROWNING FUSION EVOLVE SHOTGUN9/26/2009
  Q: I am interested in purchasing a semi automatic 12 gauge 3 inch chamber Browning Fusion Evolve (gas ...
  A: Paul, while I am familiar with a number of BROWNING firearms, and I consider BROWNING to be a top ...
freeze proof scent8/21/2009
  Q: how much glycerin would you add to 1 gallon urine to make it freeze proof down to about -10 and if ...
  A: Actually Thomas, personally, I don't add either glycerin or propylene glycol to my animal urines... ...
moles and pocket gophers8/18/2009
  Q: i live in southeast texas and in my house hold i am the hunter the fisherman and the trapper. ...
  A: Well, to be honest with you, I have only dealt with moles a couple of times, and that has been in my ...
lures8/13/2009
  Q: I want to start making lures, but I don't know what to buy or what formulas to use ...
  A: I assume you are asking what are some lure ingredients that I would recommend for compounding lures ...
lures8/10/2009
  Q: I want to start making lures, but I don't know what to buy or what formulas to use ...
  A: Well, to begin with QUESTION 1: (What lure ingredients would you recomend to a beging lure maker ...
bear trapping7/31/2009
  Q: when was bear trapping abolished in the United States? I'm trying to date a Herters bear trap just ...
  A: I may not be able to help much with this one Bill. My expertise is in the art of trapping itself, ...
Trapping baits7/18/2009
  Q: Mongo, it's me again from Wright City, OK down by Broken Bow. Here is the question. What can I do ...
  A: Let me start with this... You said, "What can I do with rabbit and squirrel?" ... Well, for one ...
hunting knife7/18/2009
  Q: I have an old knife. I think it says Kabar on it. It is kind of pretty. Several colors. Yellow black ...
  A: Well, while I am a bit of a "knife buff" myself, and have a "modest collection" that I have acquired ...
Coyote match scent to sound7/15/2009
  Q: Can/do coyotes match a blood/meat scent to the sound a particular prey animal makes? Using a ...
  A: HAHAHA.... I'm glad that I could be of help... It just so happened that I was on the computer when ...
Coyote match scent to sound7/15/2009
  Q: Can/do coyotes match a blood/meat scent to the sound a particular prey animal makes? Using a ...
  A: I would assume that they may associate some smells with some sounds, but I really don't believe this ...
Remmeber Me?7/15/2009
  Q: Your favorite new gun owner is back! Life is good on the shooting front. I graduated college, got a ...
  A: Good Morning David, Yes, I remember you... Glad to hear you are doing well, and life is working out ...
trap treatment7/11/2009
  Q: I have often wondered wether or not dying traps was actually worth the hastle. Every year I boil my ...
  A: Actually, whether or not treating traps with dye is worth the hassle, can not be answered with a ...
nwco7/2/2009
  Q: can you tell me where to get information on becoming a nwco here in oklahoma?i have went to the game ...
  A: While I have handled "problem animals" for people on several occasions, I did it as a personal ...
coyotes6/20/2009
  Q: i know this is kinda secret information but do you of a market for live coyotes?i was thinking about ...
  A: To tell you the truth, I don't really know if that is secret information or not... I do know that at ...
trapping6/14/2009
  Q: i just moved into adair county and i haven't found any public land to trap on do you have any ...
  A: While I do live in Oklahoma, I have never trapped on any of the public land here... I have fished, ...
crayfish oil6/12/2009
  Q: Do you make crayfish oil the same way as fish oil? How would you best describe making crayfish oil?
  A: Good morning Butch, First, let me tell you that altho I have made many gallons of fish oil, I have ...
trapping small game and middle sized game too like rabbits, squirrels, fox, and coytos so on.....5/26/2009
  Q: What bait should i use to trap fox and and bobcats and where should i put it. I have a 42 by 14 by ...
  A: Good Morning Spencer, Well, before I start, let me first say this... Trapping these animals, ...
feral dogs4/15/2009
  Q: Can you suggest methods to attract feral dogs? I'm trying to photograph them in the city, and ...
  A: Jim, about all I can tell you is to try those things and see. While a number of times thru the years ...
woven trapper baskets4/13/2009
  Q: Could you or anyone tell me where i can find a pattern to make a woven trappers basket for my son. ...
  A: Good Morning Laurel, Laurel, first let me thank you for taking an interest in your son's hobby of ...
Coon traps4/7/2009
  Q: I just bought a few "lil grizz getter" coon traps. They came without instructions, and they are not ...
  A: I must apologize, as I have heard and read about the Lil Grizz traps, but have never had any ...
cubbies for coon4/5/2009
  Q: Hey Mongo, In Alabama where I live, we allowed to use connibears to 5x5 on land. I bought several ...
  A: Well, to begin with, the body gripper traps in size 5X5 are generally used for animals smaller than ...
fish oil4/3/2009
  Q: I was wondering if i could make fish oil from this method. I'll have a clean 5 gallon bucket(the ...
  A: Good Morning Jake, Jake, the method you are talking about using should work... Just make sure that ...
rabbit box trap3/13/2009
  Q: C. and me and my dad just biult a box trap to try to catch the rabbits that are eating my moms ...
  A: Well, I wouldn't think spinach would be the best bait for this. It might work, but I believe that ...
rabbit box trap3/13/2009
  Q: C. and me and my dad just biult a box trap to try to catch the rabbits that are eating my moms ...
  A: Actually William, I was primarily a trapper of furbearers, and while I have trapped an occasional ...
Raccoon Gland Collection3/7/2009
  Q: Do raccoons have collectible and useful glands and if so how do you harvest them and where can i ...
  A: To be honest, I have never collected raccoon glands. I never felt they were worth the trouble. I ...
long line trapping3/5/2009
  Q: would be best to set up in if i was going to run a long line. for coon,muskrat,mink,beaver, i live ...
  A: Well, different states and areas have different animals, and of different quality... We have coon, ...
long line trapping3/4/2009
  Q: would be best to set up in if i was going to run a long line. for coon,muskrat,mink,beaver, i live ...
  A: Well, Roger, that isn't necessarily an easy question to answer... Let me give you a ...
scent post2/26/2009
  Q: When using a scent post, do you expect the animal to walk all the way around it or just down wind?
  A: Good Morning Park, When I make a scent post set...(and it could be almost anything...a stick, a ...
fish oil2/24/2009
  Q: mongo can u tell me what can i put my fish oil in to store after i make it .ps. will it keep in milk ...
  A: Good Morning Roger, Roger, the top oil does not need any glycerin added to it...and in fact, adding ...
fish oil2/23/2009
  Q: mongo can u tell me what can i put my fish oil in to store after i make it .ps. will it keep in milk ...
  A: You can store it in most anything...but I suggest either glass or plastic. I wouldn't use any metal ...
coyote trapping2/20/2009
  Q: Hey Mongo, Thank you for sharing your expertise. Do you know of a way to exclude bobcats and foxes ...
  A: Good Morning Park, Actually, I first started off-setting foothold traps simply because in my state ...
coon lure2/19/2009
  Q: mongo can u tell me how to preservative fish oil so can i use glycerin . thank u roger ANSWER: ...
  A: Yes, the castors are still good, as long as they have not molded... In fact, I always hung castors ...
coyote trapping2/19/2009
  Q: Hey Mongo, Thank you for sharing your expertise. Do you know of a way to exclude bobcats and foxes ...
  A: To be honest, I really don't know of a way to catch coyotes, but avoid bobcats or foxes... If you ...
coon hunting2/19/2009
  Q: i have been coon hunting from 10 years old until twenty one. however i have never trained my own pup ...
  A: Ricky, I must apologize, as I do not know much about training coon dogs... When I was younger I ...
fish oil2/18/2009
  Q: mongo can u tell me how to preservative fish oil so can i use glycerin . thank u roger
  A: With correctly prepared fishoil no glycerin is needed or necessary. It will keep for several years ...
Hey!2/12/2009
  Q: Hey im new to coyote/fox hunting and i need all the tips i can get! 1.can you find a video on rabbit ...
  A: Well, to be honest with you... I really don't know. I've never done that... You could record them ...
coil spring pins2/12/2009
  Q: I ordered some 4 coil springs for my 1.75 victor traps and now the spring pins are to short, will ...
  A: If you ordered "4-coil kits" then new, longer spring pins should have come with them in the kits... ...
Hey!2/12/2009
  Q: Hey im new to coyote/fox hunting and i need all the tips i can get! 1.can you find a video on rabbit ...
  A: To begin, you may want to look at the questions I have previously answered... I am sure you will ...
Fisher/bobcat traps2/11/2009
  Q: What coil spring leg hold trap size would be the best for both fisher and bobcats in the Adirondacks ...
  A: First, let me admit that I have never trapped fisher, or trapped in NY... Bobcats, however, I have ...
Calling coyotes and bobcats2/4/2009
  Q: Daer Mongo, I am Austin Ries im 14 years old and i just bought myself a new foxpro. I have went out ...
  A: I will admit that I have never tried a "bobcat in heat" call... But, I believe I'd let it run for ...
coyote2/4/2009
  Q: I am from SC,need to know how to catch coyote's alive
  A: William, as far as catching them, I ONLY know how to catch coyotes alive... The question you ask ...
Trapping1/29/2009
  Q: I am currently layed off work so, "what better idea is it to run a trapline" I am trapping for ...
  A: As to what other sets I would suggest for coyotes... I would suggest two others specifically... The ...
Trapping/Hunting Cougar Nevada1/21/2009
  Q: At the expense of looking like an idiot, I would rather do so online than at a NDOW office. Nevada ...
  A: Now, I am going to have to apologize on this one... I live in Oklahoma...and I am simply not ...
Hello Mongo!1/13/2009
  Q: my favorite gun expert. So - after your advice that neither a .22 rifle or a .410 single shot were ...
  A: LOL...I am by no means a gun expert... It is just that having dealt with them for over a half ...
trap adjustment1/11/2009
  Q: i just started trapping and i was wondering how to adjust my traps
  A: Different people adjust traps different ways, and for different reasons...but there are a few ...
Whitetail Deer1/10/2009
  Q: I have a lease in East Tx and is very thick with mainly briars and thick brush. I have some man made ...
  A: Well, Jerry, I have done my share of deer hunting over the years, but my expertise here is in the ...
$ of a 1966 marlin 60/.22 cal1/9/2009
  Q: what is the $ roundabout price on a 1966 (mint) marlin 60/.22 cal
  A: Well, first, I am not an authority on gun prices or values... However, the Marlin Model 60 is a very ...
trapping1/7/2009
  Q: when skinning the animals you are wanting to sell is it better to keep the feet on or take them off? ...
  A: Hey, Big Congratulations on the fox... After the first one you will find that they start to get ...
Trapping1/6/2009
  Q: What is the name of a good book to read concerning learning how to trap bobcats, coons,mink etc.
  A: Good Morning Dennis, There are ALOT of good books out there on the subject on learning to ...
Fox Hunting1/4/2009
  Q: what animal call should I use fox hunting in northern maine? what is the best type of area I should ...
  A: Well, Josh, I have never called predators in Maine, nor even been there...but there are any number ...
triumph 115 trap1/3/2009
  Q: I have a Triumph 115 high grip triple clutch trap and wanted to know if you could give me some ...
  A: Devon, I must apologize on this one, and admit that I am not any kind of authority on antique ...
Bobcats12/31/2008
  Q: Mongo, have enjoyed reading your answers to others in regards to bobcat trapping. I was wondering. ...
  A: Well, again I want to thank you for the kind words. If I can help others in trapping, then I have ...
coyote trapping12/30/2008
  Q: How would be the the best way to catch a coyote dead or alive prefer alive I"ve set out bait in ...
  A: Well..... You say, "...to catch a coyote dead or alive..."... To begin with, about the only ways I ...
Bobcats12/30/2008
  Q: Mongo, have enjoyed reading your answers to others in regards to bobcat trapping. I was wondering. ...
  A: Good Morning Dane, First, allow me to thank you for the kind words... Unfortunately, my taking ...
winter fox trapping12/24/2008
  Q: hey, i dont have much experience in winter trapping of red foxes here in montana. There are holes in ...
  A: Well, to begin, if those "holes" appear to be den sites, I would not set anything there. Human ...
Calling coyotes12/21/2008
  Q: I'm fairly new to calling. I am using an electronic FoxPro call w/ dying cottontail. My question is ...
  A: I will have to admit that I'm an older fella, and am still pretty much "old school" here, and have ...
beaver trapping12/21/2008
  Q: hey, I've been trying to trap beaver lately and its been so cold theres over a foot of ice on the ...
  A: Jordan, I'll be honest with you and say that while I have trapped a good many beaver thru the years, ...
Will this do?12/16/2008
  Q: http://www.predatorpros.com/callstore/product_info.php?products_id=28 this coyote/fox call do you ...
  A: Let me see if I can offer a little information you can use here..... First, Altho I am not ...
What gun?12/15/2008
  Q: IM going coyote/fox hunting and whitch gun should i use my .270 or my 22? the 270 holds 3 rounds and ...
  A: Good Morning Alex, Seems that I answered this question, along with a few others, not long ...
where to buy12/14/2008
  Q: Could you tell me what stores i could buy glycerine and sodium benzoate at, because we dont have any ...
  A: I have always bought my glycerine and sodium benzoate at trapping supply stores. There are not any ...
trapping12/8/2008
  Q: How do i make a coon bait that works real good.
  A: Good Morning Joe, Joe, there are quite a number of coon baits that work very good... BUT ... No ...
lures12/6/2008
  Q: how do you age a lure
  A: Good Morning Jacob, All "aging" a lure means, is letting it set... Most lures compounded for ...
trapping12/5/2008
  Q: i was wanting to know what size traps and brand i should buy for trapping canines? also what ...
  A: Good Morning Cory, Yes, there are several things you need to do before you use your new traps... ...
Raccoons12/5/2008
  Q: How do you get a raccoon to come out of culvert that is kinda long?
  A: Mike, I am not really sure I understand your question... If you mean how do you get it to come out ...
prices12/2/2008
  Q: would you be able to tell me or give me a site to go to find out fur prices for 08-09
  A: Good Morning Cory, From all the reports I hear and read right now, the market is in a sort of ...
fish oil12/2/2008
  Q: how do you make fish oil and how do you get it into the yellow-orange form
  A: Good Morning Jacob, Well, this is an easy one... I have posted on how to make fish oil at several ...
fox glands12/1/2008
  Q: what and where are the fox glands and how do you extract them
  A: Jacob, there are a number things people collect from a fox that they consider "glands", and not ...
coyote/fox hunting im a begginer12/1/2008
  Q: Hey im going coyote/fox hunting this spring in Wisconsin and i need you to answer there questions ...
  A: Well, let's take them in order.... 1.) Actually I consider the .270 too large for both coyotes and ...
trapping11/30/2008
  Q: i was wanting to know what size traps and brand i should buy for trapping canines? also what ...
  A: To begin, I won't recommend a specific brand of trap or traps. All of the current brands on the ...
bobcat hunting11/30/2008
  Q: I would like to take a bobcat for mounting. Ive did some predator calling in SE oklahoma and NW ...
  A: Well, I really couldn't tell you which state would be the best for taking a bobcat...but Texas, ...
muskrat glands11/29/2008
  Q: how do you get the muskrat glands
  A: To tell you the truth Jacob, I have never collected muskrat glands myself. The times I have used ...
coon lures11/29/2008
  Q: do you have any good racoon lure recipe
  A: Here are a few recipes for coon lures and baits that you can try... These lures are simple and easy ...
trapping bait11/28/2008
  Q: what kind of bait(deer, beef, bird, other animals) should i use for making fox bait or is there any ...
  A: Jacob, for the answer to this I will just copy and paste a post I made here awhile back at a ...
trapping lures11/28/2008
  Q: do you have to put in glycerin or other etc. in all lures and baits to preserve them and how do you ...
  A: Good Morning Jacob, Well...actually, glycerin serves several purposes when used here. Number one of ...
trapping lures11/28/2008
  Q: do you know of any good muskrat food lure or beaver lure recipes
  A: To begin... A good many trappers feel that muskrats do not respond very well to lure, and so do not ...
trapping11/26/2008
  Q: What kind of things do i look for for a good trapping area
  A: James, the only answer I can really give to that question is to go and look to see if the animals ...
which brand of trap11/25/2008
  Q: I'm in the process of getting back into trapping as the idea has sparked the interest in my son. The ...
  A: I'm glad to hear you and your son are becoming interested in trapping. It is an outdoor sport that ...
Competative11/23/2008
  Q: I'm trying to find information on .22 rifle competitions. I've been practicing a lot at my local ...
  A: OK... Now, I have to admit that you have pretty well got me stumped on this one. It sounds like you ...
trap modification11/15/2008
  Q: First off, let me thank you for answering my questions. They helped a lot. I ordered some no.3 ...
  A: Good Morning Kenton, To begin with, let me say that I, personally, am not a big fan of laminating ...
dried peat for trap covering11/14/2008
  Q: I was checking my fox and coyote traps today and came upon a set that another coyote trapper had ...
  A: Good Morning Mike, Yes, I know of people using peat moss as a trap bedding. It is to prevent the ...
hunting/guiding11/12/2008
  Q: I need to find someone or somehow so i can get into guiding i need help. I know everything there is ...
  A: Actually, I don't really have much information to give you on this subject... However, I will offer ...
trapping11/7/2008
  Q: hey mongo its josh agin i shot a coyote finally after the tips you gave me now i have a new question ...
  A: Hey, Congrats on the coyote... The first one is always the hardest. They will come easier now, just ...
Learning to trap and call predators11/6/2008
  Q: my father-in-law lives on about 800 acres 20 miles west of Pauls Valley. I'm interested in learning ...
  A: Well, actually, were I able, I would do it myself, if I could find a reasonably priced place to stay ...
trap hardware11/6/2008
  Q: I was wondering what all you need on a trap and chain. Such as, how many swivels you need.I'm ...
  A: Well, different animals and different sizes and types of trap can, and often does, require different ...
trapping10/30/2008
  Q: i new at trapping heard you shouldnt ty of to trees have to use stakes is that true
  A: To begin with, let me say that I am talking about trapping common furbearers for the fur market ...
red fox lures10/29/2008
  Q: do you know any good red fox lures and how to make them
  A: Here are a few that have worked for me over the years. They are simple to make and consist of ...
coyote gland lure10/26/2008
  Q: Can you give me some details on how you made the coyote gland lure that you referenced in an earlier ...
  A: Well, I'm not real sure which answer you are referring to, but perhaps I can offer this... You want ...
recurve bows10/22/2008
  Q: i am currently looking to buy a recurve bow it would be my 16th bow if i buy it .but it is missing ...
  A: I must apologize, as I am not an authority on bows or archery. My expertise is in trapping and ...
Another question for ya!10/21/2008
  Q: David again. I've got a slightly different type of question for you this time. I'm trying to ...
  A: Well, to be honest, you are right...the 12 gag. would be the best... But from the choices you give, ...
alabama coyotes seasonal habits10/19/2008
  Q: I'm a long time hunter but relatively new to predator hunting and would like to know what is the ...
  A: To begin, I would suggest that you look thru the previous questions I have answered for people, and ...
fox trapping10/15/2008
  Q: Can I use a No.1 1/2 Onedia-Victor Longspring for foxes? Also, what's the best way to get a skunk ...
  A: Good Morning Kenton, Actually, the #1 1/2 single long spring traps are not adequate for an animal ...
Ammo10/12/2008
  Q: Is NobelSport SkeetGold decent ammo to use? I'm looking at their .410 ammo. It's dirt cheap if you ...
  A: Good Morning Dave, To be honest with you, I have never tried any of the NobelSport shotshells... ...
raccoon lure10/11/2008
  Q: Would you know how I could make a coon lure using coon gall,foot pads,and fish oil. I believe there ...
  A: Well Ken, the fishoil alone is a very good coon lure... But if you are asking about a specific lure ...
.22 ammo10/9/2008
  Q: Is there a difference between 22 short, 22 long and 22 long rifle, other than the physical length of ...
  A: Good morning Dave, In short...Yes...there is a difference..... Actually the varieties of .22 ...
Guns and Ammo!10/9/2008
  Q: I took my grandfathers old .410 into a gunsmith. There's a bit of rust in some of the mechanics ...
  A: Glad to hear you are getting into firearms. Hunting and shooting are pastimes that you can enjoy all ...
Squirrel luring10/8/2008
  Q: I have a question that has a bit of an unusual twist. I have been a hardcore fisherman/outdoorsman ...
  A: Well, for something as small as squirrel I wouldn't think the caliber would make that much ...
.41010/1/2008
  Q: I just inherited a .410 shotgun. It's a Harrington and Richardson Topper 158. It's been in storage ...
  A: Good Morning Dave, Well, at age 22 you are just getting started...and I wish you the best of health ...
.4109/28/2008
  Q: I just inherited a .410 shotgun. It's a Harrington and Richardson Topper 158. It's been in storage ...
  A: First let me apologize for just now getting around to your question. I have been out of town the ...
elimintor trap9/25/2008
  Q: Can you ID this trap and tell me anything about it. Where it was made, maybe and estimate of the ...
  A: I have to admit that I am not familiar with this trap...and I can't find it in any of my ...
Fox hunting9/16/2008
  Q: Hi I just wanted to know if there could be fox at spots this year that were not there last year ...
  A: The only way to know where fox may be is to go out and look for their sign... Look for tracks and ...
fox9/10/2008
  Q: Do you know what the grey fox populations is like in north east pa what affects do coyotes have on ...
  A: To begin with, I must apologize, as I can not offer you much information on the grey fox population ...
How do i case skin furbearers8/28/2008
  Q: I have been deer hunting for 4 years and would like to hunt\trap coyotes,ossum,etc. how do you case ...
  A: As for case skinning... It is done rather like pulling a sock off your foot inside out...and all fur ...
snares8/20/2008
  Q: thanks aaron
  A: When you say you purchased some snares, I assume that you mean snares for rabbits, as that is what ...
Muskrat trapping8/18/2008
  Q: I'm not a trapper, but I have a question about professional muskrat trapping. Please don't be ...
  A: Mark, "the rules" regarding trapping in residential areas, subdivisions, or any areas for that ...
rabbit box trap8/11/2008
  Q: yours Aaron PS this is not a complaint!
  A: Yes, I remember discussing rabbit box traps with you... Actually, I can't think of much to add to ...
Victor weasel trap8/8/2008
  Q: I ran across some victor weasel traps, they are similar to the victor rat traps except they say ...
  A: When you say, "I have been trying to find info but have been unsuccessful", I am not entirely sure ...
Rabbit trap8/1/2008
  Q: i have recently found a rabbit trap the kind that is a mesh box and a stick holds up the door and ...
  A: Well, it is not absolutely necessary to camouflage it, but you may find that you have more success ...
what trap7/8/2008
  Q: Hey Mongo, you got my last message on starting trapping. All I need to know what trap is more ...
  A: As for the coyote, you will find several traps that will work nicely...but there are a few things ...
Live Trapping Coyote7/7/2008
  Q: I am 13 years old and want to start live trapping coyote (in the wild) and my dad wants me to find ...
  A: I'm glad to see more young people getting into the sport of trapping. It is still one of the few ...
Predator Calling in Southeast Texas5/26/2008
  Q: I live in Southeast Texas where the woods are really thick with pine trees and other small brush ...
  A: Well...let me start off with the cougars... No, I don't hunt or call them because they are not legal ...
Cleaning a 30.06 rifle5/26/2008
  Q: Is there a cleaning guide/manual on how to clean a 30.06 rifle? I just brought the gun and am unsure ...
  A: Actually, there are any number of cleaning methods, cleaning products, and cleaning ...
old fashioned rabbit box trap5/21/2008
  Q: I have built a new box but have forgotten how to set the door to close.
  A: Well, I couldn't positively tell you how to set the door to close, unless I could actually see and ...
coon and beaver5/20/2008
  Q: i just picked up on trapping i no its not in season yet but im doing my homework so im ready for ...
  A: Glad to hear more people are getting into trapping... To be honest, much of what you ask would be ...
fox trapping5/19/2008
  Q: can u use a havahart 2 trap a red fox? we have a den by our house and theyre making our coonhounds ...
  A: First, let me apologize for taking so long to get to your question, but I have been out of town, and ...
cougar baiting5/9/2008
  Q: what is the best bait to attract cougars that is fast and simply made?
  A: I have to apologize that I am not able to help you with this question. I have never specifically ...
all I can learn about trapping5/8/2008
  Q: I would like to learn more about trapping, I noticed that you are certified in Oklahoma, I am in the ...
  A: I am glad to hear when young people take an interest in trapping.... Yes, I was certified as a ...
Beavers out of control4/4/2008
  Q: I live inside city limits in a suburb of Atlanta. I have a creek in the back that is loaded with ...
  A: Sounds like you do have a bit of a problem... Mike, I'll be honest with you. In your situation the ...
dear hunting3/29/2008
  Q: i herd tea tree oil and maybe something else that you can put on your skin to hide sent from dear ...
  A: Hailey, I am sorry, but I simply can't answer that question for you... My expertise is in trapping ...
trapping3/8/2008
  Q: mongo im going to trap some beavers & muskrats this spring can u tell me how to dry them and put ...
  A: Now, I assume you are talking about the glands and castors when you say you want to dry them and put ...
lure3/2/2008
  Q: mongo could u give me a home made spring muskrat lure i can make.and a mink lure i can make. thank u ...
  A: Actually, I seldom trapped for mink and muskrat, as there were usually very few, if any, along my ...
trapping3/1/2008
  Q: mongo can u help me i would like to know how to tincture skunk essence. thank u roger p.s. thank u ...
  A: Well, No, actually you can't. The vodka and the glycerin do different things...... The glycerin can ...
trapping2/29/2008
  Q: mongo can u help me i would like to know how to tincture skunk essence. thank u roger p.s. thank u ...
  A: Now, I can't say how the "Big Boys" or the major companies "tincture" skunk essence, or how they ...
muskrat eating motor wires2/9/2008
  Q: Would you suggest how to trap or repel a muskrat that cintinues to climb into motor well of my boat ...
  A: Well, now I have never dealt with anything quite like that before... I have taken out beavers a few ...
Coyotes2/8/2008
  Q: I notice you are an avid trapper. I am not sure where you are from or if you ever trap coyotes. I ...
  A: Yes, I trapped coyotes... Over the last 25 or 30 years I have trapped more than a few. Fact is, ...
Coyote hunting in GA2/6/2008
  Q: I've recently taken up hunting to hang out with a couple of my friends more and get to know my ...
  A: As to whether it is reasonable to hunt coyotes in Georgia or not... Well, not being very familiar ...
Winter coyote trapping1/31/2008
  Q: I have many years of experience trapping, but mainly raccoon and muskrat. I have caught a couple red ...
  A: I can understand your problems with late winter coyote trapping... Here in Oklahoma we don't ...
trapping rabbits and squirrels1/29/2008
  Q: ANSWER: Hello Ken, As far as what I recommend for trapping rabbits and squirrels...I would have to ...
  A: Sure. I can help you out with some directions on building simple, but effective box traps for ...
coyote and fox hunting1/28/2008
  Q: Hey Mongo, I live in PA and i just started fox and coyote hunting. What is the best way to hunt ...
  A: To begin...That question covers alot of territory, and actually, there is no "best way"... Calling ...
trapping rabbits and squirrels1/27/2008
  Q: hello i was just wondering what you recommend to use on rabbit and squirrels i have been interested ...
  A: As far as what I recommend for trapping rabbits and squirrels...I would have to recommend cage or ...
trapping bobcats in oklahoma1/22/2008
  Q: um im trapping in southwestern oklahoma down pretty close to anadarko. I usually catch just about 3 ...
  A: You ought to have a good population of coyotes down around that way as well... I'm up here in ...
bobcats - predators1/19/2008
  Q: i am interested in calling in bobcats or other predators. what kind of calls do you use? i heard ...
  A: There are a great number of calls on the market, both mouth blown and electronic... The electronic ...
Fox and Coyote trapping1/18/2008
  Q: Hey Mongo. Ive been trapping for fox and coyote for 3 weekes now i got 6 sets. 4 are dirt holes and ...
  A: First let me apologize for not getting to this question sooner, but I have been out of town and only ...
Fox and Coyote trapping1/18/2008
  Q: Hey Mongo. Ive been trapping for fox and coyote for 3 weekes now i got 6 sets. 4 are dirt holes and ...
  A: To begin with, if the coyotes are traveling thru the area you should be able to find tracks in the ...
Fox and Coyote trapping1/18/2008
  Q: Hey Mongo. Ive been trapping for fox and coyote for 3 weekes now i got 6 sets. 4 are dirt holes and ...
  A: Well, to begin, the dirthole sets are about as productive as any set going, for coyotes...but I do ...
predator calls/howls/barks1/17/2008
  Q: Out of curiosity-- 1/17 approx 2 am we awoke to our goldenretreiver barking like crazy inside & from ...
  A: Not having heard it myself I can only make a guess, but I'd guess it was very likely coyotes. ...
fox trapping1/6/2008
  Q: Are there lures for fox trapping that smell like mice? If not is there any other good lures to put ...
  A: Any of the fox lures that are made by the "Name" lure makers such as Carman, Hawbaker, Blackie's ...
fox trapping1/6/2008
  Q: Are there lures for fox trapping that smell like mice? If not is there any other good lures to put ...
  A: I'm not aware of any lures that smell like mice, but there may be some... But, you can make a very ...
trapping bobcats1/5/2008
  Q: i would like to know the most effective sets,lures and attractors for trapping bobcats. any advice ?
  A: There are a good many effective sets for bobcats...but the dirthole set with the hole made a bit ...
trapping and hunting1/4/2008
  Q: I've got about 50 acres of undeveloped land(except for a field we farm in) in which i have seen ...
  A: Well, what you ask can cover alot of things... Let me start like this... For the animals you ...
electronic calls12/31/2007
  Q: I have been recording calls onto my mp3 player, so I can play them on my loud speaker, but the ...
  A: I must apologize, as I can offer you no help on this one. I would imagine that there are amplifiers ...
fox12/23/2007
  Q: I trapped for 6 years while in high school, then took a 15 year break and am now trapping again so ...
  A: I'm really not sure I understand your question... If you are asking about sets for fox, stick with ...
why cyote hunting12/11/2007
  Q: i was just wondering why would some one go hunting for cyote. i mean does the fur sell for good ...
  A: First let me address the question about the 25 dollar bounty... I really don't know if Arizona has a ...
Cougar Calling12/10/2007
  Q: I just started calling for cougars in Washington state. My neighbor in a rural area had a cat jump ...
  A: To tell you the truth, I have never gone out calling specifically for cougars. They are not legal to ...
bobcat hunting and mt. lion hunting11/23/2007
  Q: I live in N.C. and I'm sure they are bobcats here. i just bought a foxpro caller so i want to get a ...
  A: To begin, when calling specifically to bobcats I set up as I normally would for coyote or fox...but, ...
killing wild hogs, squirrels, gophers11/21/2007
  Q: ..someone I know who has bought 240 acres, is constantly shooting the wild hogs, squirrels and ...
  A: Angie, Different states have different laws pertaining to shooting, hunting, and/or takeing any ...
what are the pors and cons to game manegment?11/21/2007
  Q: I am doing a paper in my 11th grade English class about a two sided debate,and i need some ...
  A: Let me begin by answering part of your second question, first... Yes, poaching does defeat the ...
tapping baits!!!11/18/2007
  Q: hey i am trying to find a good and easy trap bait recipes! i bought some differnt scents. i got ...
  A: There are a good many lures and baits for trapping that you can make yourself using the ingredients ...
trap set-up11/18/2007
  Q: What do you think is the best set-up to catch a bobcat in a leg hold trap?
  A: If by "set-up" you mean the "best set"... Then I don't believe there really is a "best set" for any ...
deer hunting11/15/2007
  Q: i live in upstate N.Y., I just started to see bucks chasing does. Tomorrow is going to be windy ...
  A: Gary, My area of expertise is trapping and predator calling. There are several people here at ...
Cold Weather Trapping11/11/2007
  Q: I understand that you can use glycerine to prevent freezing of traps in wet cold weather ? Do use ...
  A: I am assuming that you are referring to the use of glycerin to prevent your dry-land sets from ...
new gun11/6/2007
  Q: I just recently turned 18 and purchased an old remington 760, 30-06 and planned to use it to go deer ...
  A: Well, the .30-06 cartridge will certainly do the job on those big Canadian bucks...out to much ...
raccoons10/26/2007
  Q: hey Mongo its alex again. thanks for the great advice. last night i saw a large raccoon walking ...
  A: Well...not necessarily. This is something you can only tell by looking into it more thoroughly... ...
Trapping Tips10/24/2007
  Q: i am 15 and recently got into trapping. i live in colorado and the only types of traps legal here ...
  A: To begin with, the only way to find if there are muskrats in that small creek or those ponds is to ...
Hunting Ethics10/23/2007
  Q: Mongo, I am doing a paper on hunting ethics? I personally think that new tecnological inventions ...
  A: First, let me tell you that the following "answer" is actually a response that I made to a question ...
Repelling coyotes10/21/2007
  Q: I was wondering if one of the high frequency ultrasonic repellers like you repell vicious dogs with ...
  A: I have no experience with the "high frequency ultrasonic repellers" you mention, so honestly can not ...
coon hunting10/14/2007
  Q: I am just getting into coon hunting and into deer for the first time, so I am not very familiar with ...
  A: Jay, I am sorry, but I would not be able to satisfactorily answer this question for you, as my area ...
Using caster lure to catch beavers10/12/2007
  Q: I have a small pond in South Carolina and I have been trying to trap or snare a beaver all summer. ...
  A: Sorry to be slow getting back to you on this, but I have been out of town the last couple of days, ...
Skunk essences handling10/6/2007
  Q: When marten trapping I like to use a small amount of pure skunk essence and have been looking for a ...
  A: I have never used pure skunk essence on the trapline. The only way I have used it is mixed, in ...
Hunting: Why we should allow it?10/5/2007
  Q: What are the specific benifits of hunting, or allowing people to hunt? What are the Cons about ...
  A: To begin, I'm no scholar, or expert on this subject, and I don't claim to be, so I have not made any ...
TRAPPING9/22/2007
  Q: baby sized ones, but i wanted to know how to build a trap for one, "snare" that would catch smaller ...
  A: To begin with...I know of no method of catching rabbits that would target only the smaller ones ...
coyotes8/31/2007
  Q: hey mongo this is scott price frim the Pocono Mountains in Pa i dont know if u remember me or not ...
  A: Yes, I remember you. Scott, it would be difficult to tell you what you need to do, or could do ...
johnny stewart electronic call8/31/2007
  Q: I was wondering if you or if you know anyone who has used the johnny stewart's predator one ...
  A: I am not familier with the JOHNNY STEWART PREDATOR ONE CALL... However, I am very familier with a ...
old bear trap8/26/2007
  Q: While hunting elk in Utah yesterday I found an old bear trap (I assume) nearly buried. The ...
  A: Well, Jeremy, if nothing else, You have found a very good conversation piece, and I am sure, an ...
trapping8/23/2007
  Q: i was just wonder if you had any blueprints for making live traps for traping coons and bobcats
  A: No, I don't have any blueprints... But I will tell you what alot of trappers that I know do... They ...
trapping8/6/2007
  Q: I would like to know what boiling and waxing are for? If there are to get rid of scent,then my ...
  A: Well, to begin, you shouldn't actually "boil" the traps, even tho some people call it that... The ...
Best bait and placement of trap8/3/2007
  Q: I have some rabbit box traps and some 2 door steel cage trap.I know you set the trap near thicket or ...
  A: To begin with, those grown up fence lines and thickets are usually good places for finding rabbits. ...
Binocular Recommendations7/31/2007
  Q: I am debating buying one of the three pairs of binoculars listed below. Do you have any ...
  A: Let me begin by saying I am not an authority on binoculars by any means. It is definately not my ...
trapping7/22/2007
  Q: my name is Jesse,and I have a question about fox trapping.I live on 40 acres of farm land,and have a ...
  A: Actually, any good commercial or home-made lure will work. But at this time of year I would suggest ...
Trap demensions7/17/2007
  Q: I am a grad student doing a dig on a 1898 cabin on the Kenai Peninsula. What I need to find out is ...
  A: To begin with, I am afraid that finding a positive and correct answer to this question will be ...
Beaver problem7/3/2007
  Q: My grandfather has had a beaver problem in his pond for a little over a year and we cant seem to ...
  A: Actually, to give you any ideas on where to set traps I would just about have to look the situation ...
paste bait6/7/2007
  Q: How do I make a good paste bait for Racoon trapping? I need a recipe.
  A: Good morning Sarah, There are a good many easy to make coon bait recipes. Now, I'm not exactly sure ...
I need a good squirrel trap that I can ake myself.5/15/2007
  Q: I was wondering if you knew how to make a squirrel trap. Also what lures do you use?
  A: I have never made a squirrel trap myself, or seen one made. On the few occasions that I did trap ...
coyote calling5/14/2007
  Q: I live in extreme southern Illinois and have deer hunted down here for 30 plus years....I recently ...
  A: The short answer to that is "Yes"... Coyotes are "where you find them". To be sucessful you have to ...
Trapping Rabbits5/3/2007
  Q: Iam wanting to start trapping rabbits.But i can't find anything on the internet and was wondering if ...
  A: Fact is, I have not really done much rabbit trapping in a good many years. But here is a bit of ...
skunk4/6/2007
  Q: how do you bate a skunk that is killing live chickens?
  A: Well, actually, if the chickens have room to get around or a place to perch above ground, it is ...
Muskrat/beaver lure4/6/2007
  Q: I have purchased a commercial lure for beavers and muskrats, but it has no directions. and I am a ...
  A: Your lure should be put on something beyond the trap. It is to lure the animal ACROSS the trap, thus ...
Model 1000 Conn Valley Arms3/26/2007
  Q: I purchased this rifle from a friend, shoots great but seemingly very old. Model 1000 CVA, 300WSM. ...
  A: Jim, I am sorry, but my expertise is in the fields of trapping and predator calling....... However, ...
calling coyotes2/25/2007
  Q: I live in the northeast corner of Kansas, and there seems to be plenty of coyotes around we hear ...
  A: Actually, the best times are at night, as a general rule. However, in some states, and even some ...
Live traps1/27/2007
  Q: I would like to build a live trap for catching bobcat. I haven't been able to find any good sites ...
  A: I looked, and here is what I found as far as building a live trap suitable for bobcats... Hope this ...
trapping winter red fox1/25/2007
  Q: what would the best set for red fox in the winter near a natural deer kill
  A: The same sets you would normally use will work fine here... However, do not make your sets right up ...
coyotes1/20/2007
  Q: hey mongo, my brother and i went coyote hunting today and on the first stand i called in 7 coyotes ...
  A: Good Morning Scott, Hey, Congrats! ... Sounds to me like you are really starting to get things in ...
hunting1/5/2007
  Q: what is the beast thing to use for coyote hunting? meaning gun wise and bait?
  A: Derrek, I'm not real sure of what you are asking. Bait is generally associated with trapping of ...
victor stoploss trap12/25/2006
  Q: How do I set a victor stoploss #1 trap.(longspring)
  A: Well, I looked for a site that showed pictures of how to set the stoploss, but had no luck.... Let ...
predator hunting12/22/2006
  Q: I've been coyote calling for the past 5 years and I wonder if it is best to call in coyotes when it ...
  A: Coyotes can be are are called when snow is deep, or when there is no snow at all, or anything in ...
Predator Calling12/19/2006
  Q: I have been calling at night for fox and coyote in Pennsylvania for almost a year now without ...
  A: The animals will not come in quicker in one place over another... But, they have to be there, they ...
night latching12/19/2006
  Q: what do you think about night latching traps for fox and bobcats? what should pan tension be set at? ...
  A: As for night-latching traps.... I night latch all of my upland predator traps... I don't night latch ...
calling cats and coyotes11/26/2006
  Q: i live in colorado and i was wandering what to use on bobcats and coyotes as far as a call goes. I ...
  A: FOX PRO makes some excellent products... I have never used a caller by FOX PRO myself...but I do ...
cayote traping bate10/13/2006
  Q: I have called alot of cayote in Nevada and I have trapped alot of Raccoons and other small game in ...
  A: There are many things that make, or can be used to make, a good coyote bait, as well as a good bait ...
Best calls for bobcats and coyotes9/28/2006
  Q: mongo....this really isnt a question but it is an update on the trip i took yesterday....it really ...
  A: Congrats..... If you have the smaller critters coming in, then you are doing it correctly... Often ...
muskrat trapping9/28/2006
  Q: i have a 110 conibear and 2 victor #1 stop loss traps. i know how to set them and i know all about ...
  A: The "basics" of trapping any animal is a VERY broad subject, and entire books have been written on ...
small game trapping9/27/2006
  Q: Where is the best place to set up a rabbit trap.
  A: The short answer to that would be, "Where there are rabbits."...... But actually, it is the truth... ...
Best calls for bobcats and coyotes9/25/2006
  Q: this is a follow up of a question i asked you earlier about hunting for cats and yotes in alabama. ...
  A: Well, with tapes, I would say that really any of the ones you have should work very well... ...
Alabama Bobcats and yotes9/21/2006
  Q: I have had a johnny stewart tape caller for about 3 years now. I have never put it to use but ...
  A: The Johnny Stewart callers are excellent callers... In fact, when I was useing an electronic call I ...
tanning9/19/2006
  Q: do you know any good tanning methods or any sites that have any good methods?
  A: Well, I don't really have much information that I can give you on "How to tan furs"... In the past I ...
trapping9/19/2006
  Q: what kid of bait would be a good choice for coyotes and bobcats?
  A: .. There are many good baits for coyotes and bobcats... Of course there are alot of commercial baits ...
location9/18/2006
  Q: i just read one of your post and it was very informational. I'm a very new coyote hunter and ...
  A: Well... Actually, what you asked covers ALOT of ground... What I was referring to there were the ...
Trapping bait9/5/2006
  Q: Just a couple of ?'s about making your own bait. I am catching pocket gophers for bounty, and for ...
  A: Now concerning "doctoring up" that chunk bait, actually it will be just fine by adding only the ...
number of hunters7/17/2006
  Q: if there is roughly 14 million hunters nationwide, how many hunters are in north america, and then ...
  A: Actually this is not in my area of expertise...however, I do have a few comments I would like to ...
Coyote, bobcat and cougar hunting7/13/2006
  Q: For coyote, what weapon do you recamend. How do u call at night time every time i try i can't get ...
  A: As to weapons for coyote calling...There is no "best" gun or weapon... I know people who have used ...
Skinning7/11/2006
  Q: How do you skin a possum?
  A: Good morning Andy, To begin with possums need to be case skinned for the fur trade...or as some ...
Beginners trapping7/8/2006
  Q: I plan on trapping this year and have a few Victor traps. I have no idea how to use them or where ...
  A: Well, I am glad to see more young people getting into the sport of trapping... It's fun, provides a ...
fox and rabbit traps6/21/2006
  Q: first could you send me some desgin or links to pages with fox and rabbit traps i can make. and what ...
  A: .. Let me first start by saying that all the fox trapping I have done has been with the common ...
beavers lure3/13/2006
  Q: Past few jears we have many beavers.We not have good method and experienc catch beaver. We never ...
  A: .. If I understand you correctly you are asking about the ingredients to make a beaver lure... ...
What would u recommend2/26/2006
  Q: What ammuntion would you rather use in a 20gage Mossberg for Coyote and Fox in brushy cover?
  A: Well Ryan, for predator calling with the 20 gag. there are several good choices... I would prefer to ...
coyotes2/25/2006
  Q: hey mongo, this morning i went for a solo coyote hunt in a river valley near my house. i had been ...
  A: Well, I have not had alot of luck trying to bring a coyote or any other predator back once it sees ...
coyotes and stuff2/19/2006
  Q: hey mongo i dont know if u remember me but i sent u some questions before. im 15 and live in ...
  A: .. Hope you are having a good season. Let's do these in reverse order and start with Number 3 ...
locating a large live animal trap/cage1/28/2006
  Q: Greetings, Sure hope you can be of some help. We need a large wolf size humane trapping cage OR any ...
  A: First Diana and Tony, let me commend you for what you are trying to do. It is truely a shame that ...
coyote calling1/20/2006
  Q: My question is simple, but am afraid the answer might be difficult, not sure, here it goes. I am in ...
  A: ..... To begin with, I can certainly understand about snow causeing "work related issues". I worked ...
Tags1/16/2006
  Q: My question is can I hunt in my own backyard without a tag?
  A: ..... That is a tough question. It would depend on quite a number of things, such as: What state you ...
Coyote Dens1/12/2006
  Q: What is the best way to trap coyotes at a den. I have now found 5 coyote dens. Do you trap them the ...
  A: ...... Well, let's start with bobcats. I have never trapped them right at their dens. When I have ...
trap size1/10/2006
  Q: I use 1.5 coil springs for coons. Bobcat & otter pulled stakes up. Is there a conibear that will do ...
  A: If you include the bobcat, I suppose the 330 Conibear, or a similar sized body gripping trap by ...
coyotes and fox1/2/2006
  Q: are eggs good bait for coyote and fox? By eggs I mean whole eggs from a local farm that are too old ...
  A: Yes, eggs are very good bait for both fox and coyote, as well as coon, possum, skunk, ect... I used ...
Hog trapping12/20/2005
  Q: What is the best bait for trapping hogs? Also, what is the best ,yet economical trap for them?
  A: Rusty, I am sorry, but I can't help you with this... My expertise is in trapping fur bearers. I have ...
carcass disposal11/13/2005
  Q: Couple followup questions. First, have you ever heard of anyone eating coyote? Second, I was ...
  A: Well Joseph, actually I did talk to a fella one time who told me that he had tried eating coyote... ...
carcass disposal11/11/2005
  Q: How should I go about disposing of coyote carcasses after I skin them? Is it bad etiquette to skin ...
  A: ... To begin, it really doesn't matter where you skin them. I would not do it right beside my sets, ...
deer&elk8/30/2005
  Q: when do deer rut the hardist
  A: Shelly, I am sorry, but I simply can't help with that question... My expertise is in trapping and ...
Invention idea4/29/2005
  Q: My name is Jake Luker, and I am a second grader in Hamilton, Texas. I am entering our local ...
  A: ... Well, to begin, your "Hunter's Helper" sounds like a very useful and, if patented and produced, ...
coyote's and foxes4/23/2005
  Q: my grandfather has alot of predators on his land. and Ive tried so hard to catch them. I'm only 12 ...
  A: .. I am glad to see more young people getting into the sport of trapping... Besides being an ...
Coyote calling4/23/2005
  Q: A friend has begun calling coyotes using Primos calls. If I join him in calling would it be an ...
  A: Ron... It really doesn't matter that much as to which brand/make of call you use. All the "name ...
Hunting in GA.4/6/2005
  Q: I do not know much about hunting but, I want to know if you could answer this question for me? Would ...
  A: Michelle, actually this is not my area of expertise. However, if I might offer a suggestion... I see ...
calling/trapping2/23/2005
  Q: im 14 and love hunting. i've killed numerous deer with rifle, bow and black powder. i recently got ...
  A: Scott, I'm glad to see young people getting into the sports of trapping and predator calling. It is ...
HUNTING CONTROVERSY2/6/2005
  Q: Can you please explain why so many people are trying to remove the hunters from the forests and not ...
  A: Rick, ..... Well, to begin with, my area of expertise is trapping and predator calling. Also, I am ...
rabbit boxes2/1/2005
  Q: could you give me info on how to season and remove human scent from a rabbit box
  A: Kelby, I am not sure of exactly what you mean by "rabbit box".... If you are talking about "box ...
Selling furs online1/1/2005
  Q: I just started to get in coon hunting and someone told me that you could tan the hides and sell them ...
  A: Brian, I really don't know the rules or regulations concerning selling furs over the internet. I ...
Coyotes12/26/2004
  Q: I was wondering if you have any calling techniques for eastern coyotes. We've tried trapping and had ...
  A: Well, Christopher, to begin with, I will admit that I have not had experience either calling or ...
Out-foxing a fox12/21/2004
  Q: Actually, I did not solidly bed my trap in the ground! I did not know that until a couple of hours ...
  A: Josh, glad I could help...Yes, there is a lot to learn, but it just gets easier as you go along. ...
Out-foxing a fox12/21/2004
  Q: I have just started trapping 2 days ago. I started out by setting 3 traps using Kishel's scent. I ...
  A: Well, first Josh, yes they will smell the scent. I have had coyotes dig out dirtholes as much as a ...
Trapping12/19/2004
  Q: My husband has started trapping and bought some old traps. How do you clean them?
  A: Lori... Glad to see more ladies interested in the "outdoors sports"... Well, to begin with, I am ...
Deer hunting12/4/2004
  Q: I'm reading a novel about deer hunting in our neighbor to the south(TX) and they keep referring to ...
  A: Well, Jo, I am only vaguely familier with the Boone and Crockett scoreing system... My area of ...
small game and trapping11/11/2004
  Q: where is the best place to find traps for sale for like otters, beavers, coons,and things like ...
  A: Kelby, there are a good many places to find traps...garage sales, flea markets, auctions. ...For ...
General trapping10/27/2004
  Q: --Ok you lost me on the part about setting the trap off set from the hole and setting to where there ...
  A: Dwayne, this is one of those places that really it would be easier to show you than to try to ...
General trapping10/25/2004
  Q: Hey Mongo it's me again!!! I am still reading Hawbakers book and he talks about putting cotton under ...
  A: Dwayne... Sorry it took me a while to get back to you on this, but I have been out of town for a ...
general trapping10/18/2004
  Q: Hey Mongo thanks a bunch for your great advice and quick response!! Could you explain a flat set? ...
  A: A flat set.... Well, basically it is a set with out a dirthole, and no dirt pattern. It should ...
general trapping10/17/2004
  Q: I haven't trapped for about 15 years and need some help. I have been reading Stanley Hawbakers North ...
  A: Mr. Thrasher, ..... I really don't recall if I have read that particular book or not...I do recall ...
Calling and trapping10/11/2004
  Q: I have been calling for years and this year I am starting to trap. I ordered about 25 traps to ...
  A: Billy, with this being your first season trapping, I am sure you realize there is alot to ...
wildlife10/5/2004
  Q: How can the presence of wildlife show the health of our society? Does wildlife provide any economic ...
  A: Well, this is a pretty deep subject(s), as I am sure you realize. I don't know that I am qualified ...
WOT A SHAD10/2/2004
  Q: I have a plastic lure similar to a Rat-L-Trap. It has WOT A SHAD in raised letters on the side. Do ...
  A: Well, Steve, I know a bit about the Rat-L-Trap, as I have used them often, and a fine bass plug they ...
best way to dispatch critters10/2/2004
  Q: Alright, last question. What is the best to "dispatch" caught critters. without damaging the pelts? ...
  A: Joe, the way I have always done it is to shoot them in the head with a .22 rimfire cartridge....Some ...
what size of leg trap to use10/2/2004
  Q: well i have a dozen 330 duke conibear traps and here in alaska there are legal to use. Also people ...
  A: Were I going to use body gripper traps for fox, then the 330 is the size I would use.... Now, as I ...
Size of conibear traps to use on red and grey foxes10/2/2004
  Q: same as subject
  A: To be honest I have never used conibear type traps for fox, for a number of reasons. First, body ...
My friend purchased a lifetime...9/12/2004
  Q: My friend purchased a lifetime license in 1970 and is under the impression it included trapping. Is ...
  A: Well, Gary... to begin with, all states have their own rules, laws and regulations concerning this ...
lifetime license traping9/8/2004
  Q: is a traping license required of a lifetime license holder who has had a lifetime license since the ...
  A: Gary, different states have different rules concerning this... Here in Oklahoma, yes, even a ...
Trapping3/8/2004
  Q: I am 18 years old and this is my first year trapping. I have been guiding in Idaho so i missed the ...
  A: Jed...woodchucks make good bait for canines....and there are several ways to use it, but I would ...
PREDATOR CALLING/HUNTING1/4/2004
  Q: JUST BEGINNING CALLING COYOTES, FOXES AND POSSIBLY BOBCAT. HAVE AN ELECTRONIC CASSETTE CALL IN ...
  A: Michael... That is alot of ground to cover, just beginning and all...But the main thing is not to ...

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