One of the most common sets to use when trapping coyotes is a flat set. A flat set is used to break up the use of a dirt hole set and hopefully make a set that is blended into the surroundings.
A coyote should be able to find a flat set based on the lure and urine you use at the set. The attractor may be placed in a tiny hole or on or under a log or rock.
This video will show you a lot about how to build a flat set for coyotes. Remember a flat set is well blended and usually has smells on it that attract coyotes.
A flat set is a common trapping set that trappers use to catch coyotes. It is made by burying a foothold trap in the ground and blending it to look like the surrounding area. Then lure or bait is placed near the trap in a small hole or on a rock to attract a coyote to the location so it can get caught in the trap.
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No it is not legal so don’t use treble hooks for trapping coyotes! As I was browsing the internet I came across the suggestion for people trapping coyotes to make treble hook sets. This set is unethical and illegal in all states and will have harsh consequences if you are discovered. DO NOT MAKE THIS […]
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A flat set is a common trapping set that trappers use to catch fox. It is made by burying a foothold trap in the ground and blending it to look like the surrounding area.
The idea is to get the fox to think that another animal has buried food down in a hole that he can steal. A concealed or buried trap will be placed in front of the dirt hole so when a fox comes to investigate it steps on the trap and gets caught.
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