A Full Fur Shed: Maine Trapper Brian Bernosky
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In this episode I chat with Maine trapper Brian Bernosky. Brian balances running a trapline with a full time job and raising a family in central Maine. He put up huge numbers of beavers this season and has some tips to share about trapping methods, efficiency, balancing time and responsibilities, and much more. Brian is also the vice president of the Maine Trappers Association and we talk about what the MTA is working on, particularly the Spring Fling Rendezvous on May 17-19, 2024! We also talk about Brian's dad, Gerry Whitcomb, legendary Maine trapper who recently passed. Support our Sponsors:Kaatz Bros. LuresOnx (use code 'TRAP' for 20% off!)Trapping Today Store
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