Youth Trapper Education Day, Nov. 1

[morgan]

JUNIOR TRAPPER EDUCATION DAY
Sponsored by:
The Maryland Fur Trappers Inc.
To Be Held At:
The Burbage Camp, Powellville, MD
Saturday, November 1, 2008
9 AM to 3 PM
Maryland Fur Trappers Inc. announces that it will sponsor it's Junior Trapper Education Day on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 9 AM to 3 PM. Participation is open to all students 16 years of age or younger. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Some of the instruction will be in the field, rain or shine; dress for the weather, waterproof boots is recommended. Lunch, soft drinks and snacks will be provided. There will be no fee, however PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Topics of instruction will include: conservation and stewardship of natural resources, furbearer biology and natural history, furbearer regulations and ethics, trapping methods and fur handling techniques.
This is an outstanding opportunity for youngsters interested in our natural resources to learn about the importance of trapping as a conservation and wildlife management tool.
The location for this year’s event will be at the Burbage Camp near Powellville, MD. For more information, directions and to pre-register, call Charlie Burbage 410-835-8610.
Join us for a day of fun and learning! Topics will include: stewardship of natural resources, furbearer biology and natural history, furbearer regulations and ethics, trapping methods, and fur handling techniques.
Participation is open to all students 16 years of age or younger. There is no fee. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Some of the instruction will be in the field, rain or shine; dress for the weather, waterproof boots is recommended. Soft drinks and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration is required.
Directions: From Salisbury, MD, take Rt. 50 East approx. 14 miles to flashing lights in Willard’s. Turn right (south) on Rt. 354, go 4.7 miles to Rt. 374 (just past the town of Powellville). Turn left (east) on Rt. 374, go approx. 2 miles to Sandyfield Rd. (first road on right after crossing the Pocomoke River). Turn right and follow signs.
To Register Call: (410-835-8610) or print and return the form below:
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Name________________________________________ Age_____ Birth Date __________
Address___________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number______________________
Email_______________________
Return To: MD Fur Trappers, c/o Charlie Burbage 4957 Powellville Rd. MD 21850


***Note: Lunch and soft drinks are on us. We will be cooking burgers and hotdogs for all.****

[morgan]

I know it's a long ride for those on the Western Shore but these kids and parents have a blast learning the basics of trapping.

We make it a very "hands on, in the dirt" learning experience.

[osprey]

I'll get it in the paper next week, at least in the calendar.

[morgan]

Thanks Osprey !

[davep]

Morgan,
Got a couple Dentonites I know to sign up. Can't miss their Dad: shaved head, hairy faced, Sasquatch-looking fella, about 9 feet tall. They were their last year as well, and had a blast.

Is their any trapper's ed course for adults, other than the one up in Garrett?
I've had a few folks ask me lately.

[morgan]

Dave, yes there will be Trapper's Ed offered. When I have the info I will post it here. That is all I can say because my it would be my personal opinion and not very professional......

I'll be on the lookout for Saquatch down there. Thanks.

[davep]

Thanks.
Next week, at our district meeting, I'm going to bring up the idea of holding one over this side next year, and see if there's any interest.
If not enough kids, maybe open it to adults as well.

[morgan]

Go for it Dave. We should be doing several of these in various areas of the state. Need any help let me know. I have some printed material aimed towards kids that you can hand out as well.

[davep]

DNR has it up on their website today.
Even sounds POSITIVE!
When you see sasquatch, just sniff him then say,"Hmm. You smell like sturgeon" and walk away.

[morgan]

Oct 10, 2008 20:39:23 GMT -5 davep said:

DNR has it up on their website today.
Even sounds POSITIVE!
When you see sasquatch, just sniff him then say,"Hmm. You smell like sturgeon" and walk away.

I ain't gonna get a black eye out of this am I ?

[davep]

Oct 28, 2008 6:06:58 GMT -5 morgan said:

Oct 10, 2008 20:39:23 GMT -5 davep said:

DNR has it up on their website today.
Even sounds POSITIVE!
When you see sasquatch, just sniff him then say,"Hmm. You smell like sturgeon" and walk away.

I ain't gonna get a black eye out of this am I ?

If he ain't stomped me yet, you're good!
He's a mighty humble bumble, a good natured galoot.
Seriously, say it to him. He'll giggle like a schoolgirl.

[davep]

Morgan,
How'd it go? Good turnout?

[morgan]

yeah, good time by all. Here ya go, enjoy:

Basics and theory of land trapping....digging in the dirt...







Taking the steel to the water....always a hit with kids...



Newt Sterling, of New Jersey and myself showing water trapping sets.....Newt is a good guy, comes all the way down here to help us out with this and more events....







This young man is a serious individual...asking me all the right questions....




We had a blast, it is more fun every year. Not pictured was the talk about habitat and the talk by 2 local C.O.'s on laws and ethics. Also not pictured are Charlie Burbage and Al Bradford and the rest of the guys in that district who did the real work of making this day possible.