Moleskin: A Unique Fur Once Favoured by British High Society
byThough rarely seen these days, moleskin deserves a special mention in the history of the fur trade. This unique fur was once favoured by…
Though rarely seen these days, moleskin deserves a special mention in the history of the fur trade. This unique fur was once favoured by…
In a world of smartphones, games and constant connectivity, the ability to unplug and learn about nature, in nature, is becoming elusive for more…
Part of modern life in Western societies involves dealing with a handful of people who believe they can tell the rest of us how…
It was a crisp, bright morning in early April when I set out for my first lesson in Spring muskrat trapping. I had agreed…
Katie Ball is a trapper from Thunder Bay, Ontario who also runs her own company, Silver Cedar Studio, designing and making fur garments. She is…
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, is a unique experience for visitors with its high desert environment, vast orchards and lush vineyards. It also provides a fertile…
Question: What does a certified trapper in the modern era do with a lifetime of skills and experience developed in dealing with wildlife? Answer: Help…
Welcome to Fur Trade Tales, our series of real-life stories from real people of the fur trade. This is our second Trapline Tales, but…
What is the value to a cottager when trappers are active on the landscape? Not everyone has a good understanding of the positive impact…