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I raise prices every couple of years. 80/20 sounds about right, and if you still can't keep up, 70/30. Especially if you have no employees.
And don't be afraid to say no, not all jobs are worth the effort. (It took me years to figure that out).
Remember, paycheck, overhead costs, profit, and your silent partner...Uncle Sam.
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That's a fact, Seldom. The other factor is trapping used to supplement the family income without much time spent from all the things listed above.
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That's nice. The fan is in good shape also.
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Not long after, I already have seen and have pictures of ones worth watching.
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I read some on it. Never done it. Whatever you do, do some research on it, and when you so cut some staves, let them dry out completely. You don't have good bow wood down in Louisiana; you may need to order an already cured out stave. If you do end up making one, take your time. Carving a good bow will take a lot of time.
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Lots of “experienced” truth in this thread but as in those 80’s & 90’s there was one common occurrence that IMHO had the trappers out other than the $$ and that was they could sell in-carcass or skinned, skinned-frozen rather than spend time to do the work & time to put-up their fur! How many older people have we (at least) heard, spoken with that trapped during those years and never skinned an animal and will tell you that they never wanted to learn? We all understand the fun and excitement of being out on the trapline BUT-BUT that fun and excitement quickly fades away when in the fur shed for many, many people, always has, always will! If Groeny wasn’t buying fur as he is, there would be a chitload fewer people trapping today IMHO!! Once they convince themselves that they love putting up fur, they'll enjoy it......lol Nope, I don’t believe that Shakey! Back in the day and to right now, younger trappers have families, home priorities to do, AND a full time job. They stretch and chisel out time to run a line but that and the other obligations are the priority waaaay over top of working more hours in the fur shed!
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Very impressive picture. We have had some rain but being dry for the third year has taken a toll. Rain is always welcome here seems to never get enough h2o.
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Who is teaching the younger trappers how to put up fur?
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Lots of “experienced” truth in this thread but as in those 80’s & 90’s there was one common occurrence that IMHO had the trappers out other than the $$ and that was they could sell in-carcass or skinned, skinned-frozen rather than spend time to do the work & time to put-up their fur! How many older people have we (at least) heard, spoken with that trapped during those years and never skinned an animal and will tell you that they never wanted to learn? We all understand the fun and excitement of being out on the trapline BUT-BUT that fun and excitement quickly fades away when in the fur shed for many, many people, always has, always will! If Groeny wasn’t buying fur as he is, there would be a chitload fewer people trapping today IMHO!! Yep, and its not just Groeny, there are other local buyers doing it. It allows those trappers not skinning to catch more fur, but not really make more money. It is harder on local fur populations. Without those buyers, fur catches are somewhat limited by the time required to put up the fur.
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Wonder if that house in Leon is still standing?
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Lots of “experienced” truth in this thread but as in those 80’s & 90’s there was one common occurrence that IMHO had the trappers out other than the $$ and that was they could sell in-carcass or skinned, skinned-frozen rather than spend time to do the work & time to put-up their fur! How many older people have we (at least) heard, spoken with that trapped during those years and never skinned an animal and will tell you that they never wanted to learn? We all understand the fun and excitement of being out on the trapline BUT-BUT that fun and excitement quickly fades away when in the fur shed for many, many people, always has, always will! If Groeny wasn’t buying fur as he is, there would be a chitload fewer people trapping today IMHO!! Once they convince themselves that they love putting up fur, they'll enjoy it......lol
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No more Mother's or Father's Day cards. 
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What Seldom says is correct. Similar to deer hunting. The real work starts after the shot.
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They do. As soon as they drop...they start growing... ![[Linked Image]](https://trapperman.com/forum/attachments/usergals/2026/06/full-11603-294732-1000004626.jpg)
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Nice!
How'd you preserve the feet?
Did some a LONG time ago using formaldehyde Used wire and nails to bend and hold in upright position while drying. Rubbed borax into cut end. Finished with a coat of poly.
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that's what I was thinking. If that was a prototype they will figure out after first catch.
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Lots of “experienced” truth in this thread but as in those 80’s & 90’s there was one common occurrence that IMHO had the trappers out other than the $$ and that was they could sell in-carcass or skinned, skinned-frozen rather than spend time to do the work & time to put-up their fur! How many older people have we (at least) heard, spoken with that trapped during those years and never skinned an animal and will tell you that they never wanted to learn? We all understand the fun and excitement of being out on the trapline BUT-BUT that fun and excitement quickly fades away when in the fur shed for many, many people, always has, always will! If Groeny wasn’t buying fur as he is, there would be a chitload fewer people trapping today IMHO!!
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Beautiful wood there Sharon! That also looks like great marten country. I live in a pretty nice place in NW Colorado but have been to involved in the political scene here and the changing demographic of the state to enjoy it. Time to move back to Wyoming and take a rest, away from politics of my rural state being turned into a red state with all the accompanying authoritarian laws. Enjoy Montana! And MT traps has a good suggestion about wood curing to fast. Did you mean Blue State..
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I have several online retail businesses. I don't fear complaints. I fear pricing myself out of business. I've raised prices several times over many years of being in business. I wish there was a way to know the "right" price. My rule of thumb is my costs, including labor X 2. It's worked so far but sometimes it feels like the income is not worth the effort.
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A friend taught me this years ago -
When quoting out a job , you should get 20% refusal on the high cost. 80% buy , 20% refuse.
If you sell 100% of your work , you are priced too low. Absolutely correct. I absolutely agree. I average 90% approval. My key is keeping my expenses low and passing the savings on to my customers. Repeat customers and word of mouth make up the difference if I were to charge a higher price. Sarge
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ADC... The Paahm & Pepper was pretty good !!
I do like a Good Pickle Sourdough with Cheddar...haven't made that
In a while.
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How old is your starter? Anything special? You sending any out? It's 4 1/2 years old Just AP flour & Water Ask ADC for some starter......
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