Landscapes vary widely across the country. Trappers may struggle with rocky ground, clay, endless forests, farmland or prairies. All force trappers to develop techniques that work best on each local terrain. Even with the varying landscapes, there are some commonalities. For instance, no matter where humans and roads exist, there will be ditches. In almost all areas, ditches produce fur.
Before sliding down into a ditch and setting steel, the regulations in the state must be adhered to. In my home state of North Dakota, for example, written permission is required to trap on private land. No matter where I trap, I always make sure to obtain permission. Some states allow trapping on the road right of way without receiving permission. Be sure to read and understand the rules of your state before setting out.
Ditches appeal to a wide variety of furbearers. Deep ditches that hold water attract
