New Hampshire Trappers Association
News
2005 News Items
09-24-05 A very
large crowd of Sponsors,
Donors, and other
Contributors were
gathered together at the
Gardner Memorial Wayside
Park near the
Wilmot/Springfield line
to hear the story of The
Battling Bull Moose of
Fowlertown and witness
the historical unveiling
of The Forever Locked
display. The New
Hampshire Trappers
Association appreciates
very much the
opportunity to have been
a donor for this worthy
project and remains
grateful that we along
with many others could
play a part in securing
such a superb
natural display for
posterity.
Pictures from
the 2005 Rendezvous at Owl Brook
The NHTA Board of Directors along with our entire
membership are very proud to here that one of our rank, Karola
Owen of Epsom NH, has received the National Trappers
Association Trapper of the Year East Award. Karola has
been an unwavering source of energy in support of all the
various activities undertaken by NHTA, constantly stepping
fore-ward to shoulder a significant portion of responsibility.
Karola has been the NHTA Representative to the National
Trappers Association for a few years now and has done a
commendable job. Along with attending all the critical NTA
meetings to represent our interests, Karola has kept the NHTA
Board appraised of all that is planned or going on at each
monthly Board meeting. Karola has additionally reached out to
our membership by maintaining the NTA page of our website.
Whenever there is a NHTA function or event to staff
with volunteers, Karola is usually on that list, and we know
that she is volunteering additional help to the NTA also. It
is just the way she is, All Giving. Karola is often present to
help when we assist the St. Charles Children Home with a
day of fishing. If you go to the Membership page of this
website you can read more about Karola in an article entitled Women
in Trapping. The picture shows Karola receiving her award
from NTA President Steve Fitzwater at the National
Convention held this year in Goshen, Indiana August 18-21.
Karola, We are so very proud and happy for you.
Congratulations.
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August 2005--- Fur Takers of America --- Notice referance
BMP recommendations for snares and cable restraints
08-12-05 Alert from the US Sportsmen's Alliance --- Bill
introduced in the US House of Representitives would ban the use of
foothold traps for the entire country.
To view the actual
text of proposed Bill HR 3442 click here.
08-02-05 A concerned sportsman put the following rebuttal in
the Union Leader Newspaper to set the record straight on the
divisive and misleading tactics utilized by Suzanne Fournier in her
efforts to twist all information until there is no longer any truth
or reason in her position. Click the link below to read the story.
http://www.theunionleader.com/articles_showa.html?article=58543
08-02-05 Miss New Hampshire 2005 Audra Paquette, came to the
monthly meeting of the NHTA to thank us for her beautiful fur coat and
our long standing support of the Miss NH Program. On behalf of the
program Audra presented NHTA with a plaque in recognition of our
contribution.
This Plaque was presented to the New Hampshire Trappers Association
at the monthly Directors Meeting on August 2nd by Miss NH 2005
Audra Paquette. The Plaque is in recognition of the contribution
provided by the NHTA for the Miss NH Program. Seated front and center
is Miss NH 2004 Alyssa Spellman surrounded by the contestants for the
2005 title. Standing one to the right of center in the back is Audra
Paquette who is now Miss New Hampshire.
07-06-05
The New Hampshire Trappers Association offers an annual Scholarship
to Undergraduate or Graduate students attending New Hampshire colleges
and majoring in Wildlife Science or a closely related curriculum. This
Grant of $500 is offered in memory of Frank J. Sinclair a long time
member, Director, and past President of NHTA. The Scholarship Review
Committee proposed and the Board of Directors approved Briana J. Donovan
of Deerfield NH to receive this years award. Briana will be
attending the University of New Hampshire this fall majoring in
Wildlife Management. Briana is the oldest of seven children in a one
income family, she is responsible for providing the majority of her
college tuition. Briana works two jobs and will utilize a mix of
scholarships and loans to afford her education. Briana graduated High
School with a 3.83 GPA having never received a grade below B+ in all
four years. Briana would like to one day work for NHF&G if
possible and hopes that her employment record at Bear Brook State Park
and the connections she makes while there may someday be beneficial in
that endeavor. As a part of the Scholarship Application process each
applicant must produce an essay. A picture of Briana at work in Bear
Brook State Park and her essay are shown below. Congratulations to
Briana Donovan from the entire membership of the New Hampshire
Trappers Association.
07-01-05 New York
Euthanasia Bill is Camouflaged Attack on Hunting and Trapping
06-25-05 Update on the NH
Locked Moose Antler Project
06-26-05 There was a Trapper Education
Certification Course held at Mel Liston's Farm in Strafford.
Twenty-seven student were in attendance for the all day course with Mel
and Robert McMaster of Rochester as the instructors. Conservation
Officer Scott Kennison was present to instruct on the Trapping
Regulations.
A Bobcat specimen provided by NHF&G was sent to
a professional taxidermist by the New Hampshire Trappers
Association and will be donated to the Owl Brook Educational
Facility in Holderness for display.
Conservation Officer Scott Kennison
instructing the class on Trapping Regulations
06-01-05 Responding
to a request by the Bluff School of Claremont a representative of
the New Hampshire Trappers Association spent a class period with the
fourth graders discussing the native furbearer species in an
interactive forum. A complete collection of tanned fur was
available for the students to view and touch as the discussion
proceeded.
05-29-05 The Profile Bowmen Club
of Gonic NH had an all day competitive shoot with approximately 300
participants and guests in attendance. A representative of the New
Hampshire Trappers Association was set up for the entire event to
converse with the crowd on many subjects related to trapping. Everything
from trap utilization to furbearer biology to historical use of trapping
and its continuing significance in modern times was discussed throughout
the day. Click this link to view some pictures.
5-22-05
Another in the series of St Charles Children's Home
fishing days was enjoyed in spite of a damp day which did not prevent a
good time. Once again the NHTA worked with the Profile Bowmen club
of Gonic New Hampshire for a great time enjoyed by all. This is the
fourth year we have had one of these outings with and at the facilities
of Profile Bowmen. Profile goes all out for this event each year
providing many stocked fish in their club pond, good food, and an
abundance of volunteers to guarantee success. It is a pleasure to work
with the folks from Profile, they are an extremely valuable asset in our
joint efforts to provide a fine program of outdoor fishing experiences
for these wonderful children. Profile is a small club that does a lot,
they are truly a class act.
It was nice to see Patti Costa, the recently appointed Fish
and Game Commissioner from Belknap County, show up to pitch in. Patti
attended many state and county sport club meetings prior to her
appointment and was well received wherever she went. One of the issues
for which she regularly expressed interest and concern was the ability
to introduce the next generation to outdoor sporting activities. Patti feels
that more should be done to provide an opportunity for the coming
generations to experience what we all enjoy. Patti was particularly
concerned that we allow and encourage the female component of our
sporting community to develop and grow. Perhaps as a Commissioner Patti
will be in a position to positively influence the NHF&G
Departments efforts at promoting the various outdoor sports. On
this day, Patti was working in synergy with our volunteers to
achieve the same goal, one kid at a time. Click
this link to view the pictures of this event.
News Provided By US Sportsman's Alliance 5-05-04
Legislation is moving forward in Illinois that would afford the
Department of Natural Resources a management tool to help maintain
healthy wildlife populations and provide trappers with another proven
method to enjoy their activity.
House Bill 1486, introduced by Rep. Frank Mautino,
D-Spring Valley, would allow the use of cable restraints, commonly known
as snares, with a landowner’s written permission. The snare may not be
powered by springs, spring poles, or mechanical devices and must be
checked daily. It cannot have a loop diameter exceeding 15 inches
and must be equipped with a device that keeps the loop diameter more
than 2˝ inches.
On April 20, the bill unanimously passed the Senate
Agriculture and Conservation Committee. House Bill 1486 now awaits
action on the Senate floor.
“Animal rights groups want to eliminate trapping
nationwide, but sportsmen who enjoy the sport are fighting to ensure its
survival,” said Tony Celebrezze, U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance director
of state services. “This year alone, sportsmen are combating or
have defeated anti-trapping bills in Rhode Island and Maryland and
passed pro-trapping regulations in Connecticut. Illinois sportsmen
are urged to take action so that we can add them to the list of
victories.”
Take Action! Illinois sportsmen should ask
their senators to support HB 1486. Explain that this bill gives
the DNR another successful management tool and offers trappers more
opportunities. To contact your senator, call (217) 782-4141 or use
the Legislative Action Center at http://www.ussportsmen.org/.
Recently the the Directors of the New
Hampshire Trappers Association voted unanimously to become a sponsor of
the vary worthy national program Traps4kids. This organization is going
to have it's first ever Youth and Trapper Training Weekend at Sherman,
Maine on August 13 and 14. This is a weekend event with on site
primitive camping. This is history in the making and those who attend
will have some very special memories to treasure. Gather up the
kids or grandkids, and head on up to Sherman Maine for the first of
what I am sure will become an annual tradition. Check out the
program flier at; http://www.traps4kids.com/2005convention.html
05-16-05 NH Bill Allows
NHF&G to Promote Hunting
05-12-05 Race Car Driver
Promotes Anti Hunting Organization
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Representatives of the New Hampshire Trappers Association were at the Discover Wild New Hampshire event held at NHF&G headquarters in Concord on April 30th. A large crowd turned out to enjoy the many outdoor demonstrations and booths available for this annual happening. NHTA volunteers set up a trappers cabin with a mounted furbearer display amoungst the trees nearby and answered a diversity of questions from the crowd throughout day.
View Pictures
News Provided By US Sportsman's Alliance 5-05-04
Legislation is moving forward in Illinois that would afford the Department of Natural Resources a management tool to help maintain healthy wildlife populations and provide trappers with another proven method to enjoy their activity.
House Bill 1486, introduced by Rep. Frank Mautino, D-Spring Valley, would allow the use of cable restraints, commonly known as snares, with a landowner’s written permission. The snare may not be powered by springs, spring poles, or mechanical devices and must be checked daily. It cannot have a loop diameter exceeding 15 inches and must be equipped with a device that keeps the loop diameter more than 2˝ inches.
On April 20, the bill unanimously passed the Senate Agriculture and Conservation Committee. House Bill 1486 now awaits action on the Senate floor.
“Animal rights groups want to eliminate trapping nationwide, but sportsmen who enjoy the sport are fighting to ensure its survival,” said Tony Celebrezze, U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance director of state services. “This year alone, sportsmen are combating or have defeated anti-trapping bills in Rhode Island and Maryland and passed pro-trapping regulations in Connecticut. Illinois sportsmen are urged to take action so that we can add them to the list of victories.”
Take Action! Illinois sportsmen should ask their senators to support HB 1486. Explain that this bill gives the DNR another successful management tool and offers trappers more opportunities. To contact your senator, call (217) 782-4141 or use the
Legislative Action Center at
http://www.ussportsmen.org/.
April 24th was the Spring Meeting of the New Hampshire Trappers Association at the Springfield NH Fire Station. A rainy day interfered with a few of the planed trapping technique demonstrations which would have been staged outside, but otherwise it was a fine day enjoyed by those in attendance. There were fur-buyers and equipment suppliers available. A demonstration of Trapline Tricks was put on by Robert McMaster of Rochester and a demonstration and talk about Bottom Edge Trapping for mink and otter was put on by Mike Kazak of Charleston. After lunch and a lot of mingling with old friends the meeting to discuss the business of the NHTA was carried out. We are very thankful and appreciate our friends at the Springfield Fire Station.
On April 30th a Representative of the New Hampshire
Trappers Association was on hand all day at the Trailblazer
Event held at Camp Carpenter in Manchester. The event was
sponsored by the US Sportsman's Alliance. Approximately 300 Cub
Scouts of the Daniel Webster Council BSA were present along with
perhaps 75 adults. Mel Liston of the NHTA set up a display
of traps, equipment and furs in Fort Friendship and talked
trapping and furbearers all day. View
a few pictures
On March 30th a Representative of the New Hampshire Trappers Association attended a function sponsored by the Kearsarge Regional High School known as Awareness Day. Many speakers from the larger community were invited to represent their diverse topics before the faculty and students in this annual forum. Mel Liston of the NHTA gave two, one hour talks on The History of the Fur Trade in New Hampshire.
Link to Letter of Appreciation
Connecticut Trapping Regulation Approved- (04/29)
Connecticut
A Connecticut legislative committee has approved a proposal to permit the use of padded traps for coyotes.
On April 26, the Regulation Review Committee passed a wildlife regulation packet that includes a provision to allow for the trapping of coyotes with padded foothold traps. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Wildlife Division wants to add the trapping technique in response to increasing conflicts between coyotes and landowners.
“Passage of the packet is a victory for sportsmen and scientific wildlife management,” said Tony Celebrezze, U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance Director of State Services. “Despite opposition from anti-trapping organizations, the Regulation Review Committee listened to the scientifically-based recommendations of the Wildlife Division.”
State and federal wildlife biologists consider trapping an essential wildlife management tool.
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PETA Targets Jennifer Lopez Film Premiere
But Jennifer Keeps Her Fur
Saturday, April 30, 2005
LOS ANGELES - Dozens of protesters representing People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals greeted Jennifer Lopez at the premiere of her new movie "Monster-in-Law with signs declaring her the "monster-in-fur" for her Sweetface fashion collection.
The protesters, who included some people dressed in animal suits, complained that they have asked several times that Lopez eliminate fur from her clothing line, but have been ignored.
"She could make a difference in a positive manner, and what she does is cause the death of a lot of animals," protester Linda Kraemer said during Friday's demonstration in front of the National Theater in Westwood.
Lopez was asked what she thought of the protesters.
"I don't," she replied as she headed into the premiere.
Others involved in the film said the demonstration didn't bother them.
"It's America. You have a right to protest and do whatever you want to do," said actress Wanda Sykes |
Washington State Approves Body-Gripping traps on
Specified Nuisance Animals
Cougar Sighting Stirs Up Perennial Controversy
New Lands Available for Trapping Through State
Managed Lottery
| The New Hampshire Rails Bureau has authorized
NHF&G to add 20 new areas to the list of lands available for
trapping through the managed lottery system. The list of lands
managed for trapping by NHF&G and available to trappers through
lottery has just been revised, 19 of the 20 corridors involved have been
mixed into that list. It is presumed that all twenty of the new
parcels will be listed on the NHF&G link http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/?Hunting/hunt_trap_new_lands.htm
for this purpose as new lands come under a different procedure for
distribution to trappers. Normally all such lands are in a lottery
during even numbered years. For more information on the lottery rules,
procedures, lands involved, and printable application forms visit the
NHTA Trapping Regulations page. All of the new areas to be listed are
considered nuisance beaver control areas (NBCA) and may require trapping
outside the regular fur trapping season when requested by the Trails
Bureau. |
