May 19, 2026
Trapping wildlife is a practice that dates back to ancient history, and remains a particularly important tool for harvesting furbearing mammals. Join Drew and Joe as they discuss modern trapping techniques, reasons to trap, and development of the Best Management Practices for Trapping Furbearers in the United States
Learn more about the importance of trapping in the management of furbearers and the Best Management Practices here: https://www.fishwildlife.org/afwa-inspires/furbearer-management
Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out more about the program at http://hnr.k-state.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/wildlife-outdoor-management.html
Watch the podcast on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@KSEWildlife