Spring Muskrat Trapping in Quebec
byIt was a crisp, bright morning in early April when I set out for my first lesson in Spring muskrat trapping. I had agreed…
Fur’s Unwavering Appeal
byIn response to rumors of his demise, American writer and humorist Mark Twain is famously quoted as saying, “The reports of my death are…
July News: Invasive and Indigenous Furbearers Expanding Ranges
byOur July news roundup focuses on two areas where a little more common sense could solve everyone’s problems. When wild furbearer populations grow too…
“Fur Is in My Blood” Says Katie Ball, Trapper, Designer, Advocate
byKatie Ball is a trapper from Thunder Bay, Ontario who also runs her own company, Silver Cedar Studio, designing and making fur garments. She is…
Fur Institute of Canada Champions Humane and Sustainable Fur Production
byOkanagan Valley, British Columbia, is a unique experience for visitors with its high desert environment, vast orchards and lush vineyards. It also provides a fertile…
June News Roundup: Brits Debate Fur Imports, Butchers Want Protection
byJune saw fur very much on the agenda in the UK, where the government was obliged to debate a proposal to ban all fur imports on…
Anthropomorphism: What Is It and Can It Benefit Conservation?
byWe often assume that if we convince people to care about wildlife they will support conservation. Of course, people are unlikely to support something…
Skunk Under Your Deck? Call a Certified Trapper
byQuestion: What does a certified trapper in the modern era do with a lifetime of skills and experience developed in dealing with wildlife? Answer: Help…
The Truth About “Fur Free” Designer Brands
byOver the past months, several prominent designer brands have announced that their collections will henceforth be “fur free”. Animal activists have been quick to…