How to Make and Set Traps (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023212144)

"How to Make and Set Traps" by J. Harrington Keene is a comprehensive guide to the traditional art of trapping, offering detailed instructions on constructing and deploying various animal traps and snares. This historical text delves into the practical skills needed for successful trapping, with specific guidance on targeting animals such as moles, weasels, otter, rats, squirrels, and birds.

A valuable resource for anyone interested in hunting, the fur trade, or animal husbandry, this book provides essential knowledge on acquiring animal skins. Beyond the mechanics of trapping, Keene includes crucial information on how to properly cure skins, ensuring their preservation and value. Explore time-tested techniques for interacting with nature and acquiring resources, presented in a clear and accessible manner. This book will appeal to those fascinated by historical methods of animal trapping and the enduring skills of outdoor survival.

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Author: J. Harrington (John Harrington) Keene
ISBN-10: 1023212145
ISBN-13: 9781023212144
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 82
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.28lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.17d