Wildlife and Habitat Studies 10, 20, 30
WILD13D
Module 13D: Hunting and Game - Trapping (Optional)
Outcome
Investigate traditional
and contemporary
trapping.
Indicators
| (a) | Discuss how the fur trade impacted exploration and the colonization of western Canada. |
| (b) |
Explore the reasons for trapping, such as:
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| (c) | Examine federal, provincial and municipal laws governing trapping. |
| (d) | Explain the rights (e.g., furs) and responsibilities (e.g., annual fee) of owning a trapline. |
| (e) | Outline the steps to obtain a trapper's license. |
| (f) | Compare the differences in trapping regulations in the Northern Fur Conservation Area and Southern Fur Conservation Area of Saskatchewan. |
| (g) | Describe the characteristics and purpose of different types of traps (e.g., foot-hold and body-gripping) and snares (e.g., foot, leg, neck and power). |
| (h) | Research the humane trapping practices (e.g., harvesting, methods and equipment) as outlined by the Agreement of International Humane Trapping Standards. |
| (i) | Discuss public perceptions of trapping. |
| (j) | Explore the value in harvesting fur when it is prime (i.e., December to March). |
| (k) | Explain circumstances that justify trapping outside of winter months (e.g., nuisance management, predator control, flooding and beaver activity). |
| (l) | Investigate methods to process and preserve furs, including stretching and tanning hides. |
| (m) | Explore the process involved in marketing and selling furs and factors that influence market value. |
| (n) | Describe measures taken to ensure the safety of others (e.g., pets and humans) when setting traps. |
| (o) | Investigate trapping training opportunities (e.g., Humane Trapper Education Program). |
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