Modern Trapping Part 12 Opossum in a Foot Hold

[@SuperBrodie01]

I had a opposum sneak up into my engine and wrap'd himself around my intake to stay warm. Scared the crap out of me when I went to check my oil the next morning! Great vid,Dave!

[@USMC65UH34D]

Nice to see that Opossum catch, he really was showing his true nature. Thanks Dave.

[@VABuchCraft]

Hey Dave, I am big fan and a student of your school I am enjoying this series on trapping, but what I like the most is your love and respect for nature you didn't mean to catch that critter, but you didn't kill it or harm it, that show the mark of a true woodsmen and I am honored to be apart of your school.

[@hebrews412alan]

We don't have opossums in maine. That is nuts how calm he remained, figured it would have gone crazy

[@HMSRedbeard]

Thank you Mr. C! This series gives me enough information to try some trapping myself. I will make some mistakes, but you give me a place to start from, so I can begin to learn. You are a gifted teacher and you have the ability to inspire folks to step out of their comfort zones to try something new. Thanks Pathfinder!

[@Shannon_Lacey]

I liked the way you handled that animal with respect, care, confidence and obvious experience. BTW, side note, I magnetized my first cloth sail needle today, and tested its polarity in water.

[@elvinamillaneam]

Dave it's great that you take the time to show the correct way to do trapping in the best humane way possible. The respect you show to that possum is one greatest teaching in trapping... god bless...

[@bubbacrabb]

Reminds me of that commercial when the kids are saying he's dead, and the opossum hisses and the kids scream and the dad says "there he is". Lol, I love that commercial! Good video sir. Trapping rocks!

[@stianmyrvang93]

Respect for setting him free man! :)

[@EatCarbs]

Wow... 1 out 4 traps and you caught something.. very cool! If you were hungry.. that's dinner.. and useful fat to boil down. Nice! Thanks for the great videos Dave

[@Greatbear1982]

Thank you, Dave for continuing to show and set a good example of the correct mindset of a hunter/trapper in that If we kill, we want a clean kill. If we miss, we want a clean miss. Either way, we never want anything to suffer. Kudos Brother! :)

[@wldmcmullen]

nice video dave i have thought about trying my hand at trapping a few times in the past but i didn't have a clue were to even start thanks for the info as always your full of great tips and tricks

[@TheModernLonghunter]

Dave, I think this is your best series yet. Keep up the good work! I'm learning a lot.

[@Patriot36]

This entire series has be absolutely fantastic Dave!

[@tattedupdaddy1]

Song "living good" Badhorse band, gun I think is a survival rifle .22lr over .410 decked out in camo. I love the fact that opossum just played dead for you the other night I had two under my truck and throwing sticks rocks yelling and they kept charging me. If I had on my steel toe boots instead of sneakers they would have gotten kicked but had to give room until they moved enough for me to get in my truck.

[@Jml5447]

Hey brother, we are all animal lovers, that's why we do what we do. A healthy population of animals is sustainable for everyone! Keep up the good work, God bless and happy hunting this year!

[@norcalprepper8302]

Hey Dave, I learn so much watching your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@CommonSenseOutdoors]

Hey Dave, You have talked about other things to cover the pan with. My uncle taught me to trap 30 years ago, and we used crinkled up wax paper for the pan cover, and it worked perfect. Do you know if this is a common practice? And i know you have said this will be a long series, and may answer down the road, But when the ground starts freezing will you switch technique and cover your set with peat moss with a light dusting of natural dirt? Nice series, John.

[@ML_Progressive-Jagd]

Wonderful ! In germany you cant satisfy somebody that trapping isnt inhuman...but it is ! U´re the best example ! Non target animal...let him go...but first check his ankle. Really wonderful to see ! take care of yourself ! all the best, Max (BCB)

[@ArtisanTony]

Nice video. I hope the little feller does ok :) I use to hunt a lot when I was younger. I always let the possums go :)

[@mrando4]

Great trapping series Dave. Hey can you recommend your choice for a good 22 revolver. Thanks

[@YaddaYaddaWarden]

This is a great video series! Thanks for doing it!

[@jonahwalker7717]

Hunting, trapping, fishing, nobody could give a better lesson than the one that got away.

[@23Belligerent]

I wasn't sure if that big boy was going to quit playin opossum when you grabbed it, lol. You handled him well, but I know this isn't your first rodeo. Great video, looking forward to seeing what you get next!

[@1997michigan1997M]

dave could you do a vid on the content of the trapping kit or what ever is in your pack thanks again for all the vids great job

[@patgallagher4578]

You should give poly fill a try in your dry land sets. Its really cheap and you can just tear off a piece and use it under your pan and then you don't have any thing over your pan. it won't collect water or freeze.

[@joker1anarchy]

This video series is amazing learning so much from it keep it up

[@whitestreak88]

I love that M6 you carry with you.

[@PolluxA]

Oh man, this is like being out trapping myself. Can't wait for the next update when you catch a coyote. How much does the coyote fur sell for during wintertime? 100-200 dollar? I guess you'll skin and stretch those you catch? What kind of animals can you target for trapping in your area? Do you have bobcat?

[@dixieforcefive]

Another great video. Thanks Dave!

[@kcolmore1]

I'm glad to see that you are showing people that you don't have to kill an animal just because we can. I've been hunting for years and nothing makes me more angry than a killmonger. I have seen a lot of animals killed for no reason other than someone wanting to kill. I always stress that you should never kill something that you're not going to eat or use. Our wildlife is to precious to just kill off. Who knows, that animal you let go today could be a future meal when you need the most. thumbs up

[@OutdoorJunkie1992]

Now you talked about resets in this video, I have a question. If a trap works in a location like this one did. Will you repeatedly reset it in that location because other animals scents are there and it will attract more? Also do you plan on carrying more trapping equipment on your site? Thanks for the great vids keep it up brother Jeremy Jeremy

[@patgallagher4578]

My dad used wax paper and i did for a long time too but now i switched to poly fill. put a little under your pan and it works good and that way you have nothing over pan

[@GhostyFilms]

People always say possums are ugly, but I think they look pretty neat.

[@nerblebun]

Any luck getting the M6 Scout rifle back in production ? Gave mine away but would buy another one in a heartbeat.

[@Mr_Green892]

Mammals seem to be the only thing discussed for these traps. Would a Turkey be attracted to the bait? What can you do if you catch a turkey in one? According to furbearer laws you could dispatch the non target animal, but what about something non-furbearing? Just curious.

[@BigHickory357]

I have a? Sir. Do you set up the conibear traps the same way? Meaning do you bury them as in these videos?

[@rebelnny13]

What lures do you use. Those bottles look familiar.

[@westgeorgiatrapper9468]

Dave, First of all, you're just an awesome guy and I'm really enjoying/learning from this trapping series. You mentioned the professional trappers. Just out of curiosity, what is an average daily take (animal numbers) for the pros?

[@AussieHomestead]

Nice one, I use scrunched up baking paper for my pan cover

[@ArtemiaSalina]

I can see moving a trap closer to a dirt hole set since the coyote would be likely to get close enough to paw at the hole, especially if he sees fur down in the hole. But for a scent post type of set where there is nothing to paw at I suspect that the trap should be moved back a little further since the coyote will likely stay back and only stick his nose out to sniff the post. I could be wrong since a lot has to do with the average size of the coyotes in a given area.

[@TeamTFA1]

he there i suppose thats a 22. cal rifle? what brand is it? really nice!

[@BigHickory357]

Cool to see you trap an opossum lmao that critter made me laugh... thanks

[@nickhawley9348]

What kind of gun was that! COMPACT...is it break-neck as well?

[@JuannXFee]

Hey Dave, I'm your fan. I'm from Argentina and I watch Dual Survivor. I like your traps. Grettings.

[@michieldeschrijver]

he looks kind of dead.... Great series Dave !! love it i'm looking in investing in a kit. ! thanks man !

[@kinghoju]

Dave: I'm just wondering why the guy didn't bite you. Obviously you know what you're doing, but for the some us who are less experienced how can we avoid getting bitten when we release an unwanted animal? Thanks for all you do!

[@lucanchenette1]

I live in south Louisiana were our dirt it really hard clay. How could u make a bed with out getting big chunks of clay in the way of the jaws of your traps or even getting it to stay firm in the ground.

[@instinctiveways]

I use coffee filters for pan covers and what's going on with S.A.N. ??

[@jovotron]

Your welcome Dave my pleasure.

[@norseman325]

Any reason for the use of Fox urine and not some other type?

[@tsnorquist]

@wildernessoutfitters Just curious, what's the humane method of disposing of your target animal (Coyote)? I would assume a single shot to the back of the animal's skull?

[@homesteadinarental]

Opossum .... Playin opossum....LOL... That's Great and he was a big one....

[@yoshaki]

I don't see Opossum's around where I live. I was surprised that he didn't try to bite at you or anything. Looks like he had some pretty nasty teeth if he wanted to dig them into you. Thanks for all these videos!

[@LeeMorgan07]

That is one ugly little bugger. Hilarious playing dead but still alive enough to pick up a stick with its tail. Opened my backdoor last night to let in what I though was my cats, and a possum was sitting there eating an apple.

[@OldManGlitch]

Dave, what ever happened to the plan you had to have the M6 Scout made?

[@flamedrag18]

the only reason a coyote might chew their foot would be while biting at the trap, they might chew on their numb foot thinking it's the trap. but they won't chew themselves out since they'll bite at the trap or numb foot inside the trap, not higher up since they can still feel that and know it's part of their body. most states now require offset or cushioned jaws to prevent numbing of the foot and prevent foot damage from trap chewing.

[@Optionsaregood]

So that's where the expression "playing possum" comes from, that's funny.

[@mohamedoda4802]

great Job man I really admire ya

[@HunterFontenot1]

In Louisiana we call trappers "Coureur des bois" (woodland runners)

[@AnnuMakt]

Dave does not sleep, he waits.

[@hopper055]

Yes you can eat possum be sure to cook it good though they can carry trichinosis, tularemia and salmonella.

[@phender4979]

What kind of gun u got there dave

[@Huntinandfishin1]

what size trap are you using

[@KyleLeeWoyote]

What rifle is that you are carrying Dave?

[@justinwissinger4898]

Hey Dave have you seen the new savage model 42 over under 22LR .410Ga its new for this year It has a polymer stock its pretty neat. I also have a m6 scout but i believe this savage will be far more readily available and more of a commmon man price. Thanks dave keep it up, I spend at least a hour a day watching your vids. They are the best

[@lostinthesunshinestate5425]

Um Dave Does the foot hold not break the foot

[@RVukovi]

+kalen pierce Nope

[@redennis3]

Hey Dave, If I catch a Racoon in a trap that renders him dead before I check it the next morning and I plan to eat the animal, how can I tell if he has rabies or not? or does it matter once he's cooked?

[@redneckoutdoors14]

do you have a trapping kit that you sell on you wed site??

[@flamedrag18]

no offset or padded trap jaw requirements in ohio?

[@flamedrag18]

ok, thought it looked clamped tight, good catch though. you don't regular eat possum? also, it is comical how possums are commonly more placid than house cats due to their play dead defense lol

[@TJ41238]

i usually dig my dirthole and then i put my fist above the hole and were ever my elbow is how far back i put my trap so fist to elbow is how far i set my trap back from the hole

[@polemicvs]

Dave, do you ever sleep?

[@TheDaytonDevil]

Atleast ya know the trap works! Great vid! GOD BLESS!

[@JordanSTX254]

Dave wouldn't a coyote just chew off his leg to get out of the trap ?

[@OhioFrontier1]

hey brother i am really enjoying your videos i am also from ohio..this is my first year trapping...would like to chat with you and get a few pointers

[@nitroflesh]

What a cool creature. he's playing dead. I see this for a first time.

[@WayneTheSeine]

Ole Mr. Smiley.... Just wondering how that bad boy would taste.

[@mrjfez]

great sportsmanship

[@Danishbushcrafter]

Oppossums are pretty non-agressive during the daytime... He also grabbed the neck...

[@nerblebun]

There's no doubt in my mind if I were to start trapping in my area, 80% of the time I'd find a skunk in the trap. The stinky little suckers are abundant in this area. Other than, "very carefully", anyone got an idea how to remove them from a trap without killing them or becoming a victim of their cologne ?

[@timothymcswain6235]

That's what it's about learning by trapping

[@warfaire245]

yea thats a problem for me when i trap around my place 2 dirn many possums!!!!

[@Spacesqurreil95]

Nice video :)

[@superjg4567OUTDOORS]

i use a aluminum bat and a catch pole kills em almost instantly

[@Nemox94]

damn the little guy looked pissed!

[@txhypnotist]

Thanks Dave, I bet you are happy to not be dealing with bare foot Cody on your trap line. Have fun. Meat eaters rule!

[@MrJohnchandler]

hey dave, thanks again for another awesome video. I was wondering if you would do a video of what you would do when/if the shtf and after all you buy and pack up and saved was taken from you by a group and you are left with nothing that you don't make from then on. and im taking just the clothes on your back. its a very scary thought. anyway thanks again and keep up the great work brother I learn something new everyday because of your videos.

[@bigbillysbeard]

you wouldn't even know that trap was there!!!!!!!!

[@jallenmorris1]

Discovery Channel doesn't have a clue what they're missing.

[@Jaybird196]

Until they're stealing your cat's food ;) .

[@NESurvivalPrep]

Real easy to let them out when they play dead. Haha.

[@MyHollowpoint]

Caught the neighborhood garbage man :)

[@benzipper316]

that was one big rat lol .

[@auplacerminer]

possum is the WORST animal to catch in a coyote set I mean i won't be surprised if you get a coon or something of that nature but i don't you'll get a coyote or a fox but i'm no expert i only caught 2 coyotes in coon sets and they both got out

[@MiClLC]

Can you eat a Coyote?

[@BananaBoat629]

Opossums are nasty

[@MusaJames]

real nice of ya to let that animal go. I would have eaten him.