It's important to know how to make a trap in the wilderness.Even though most of these traps are reserved for specific survival situations, knowing how to make them is a valuable skill for catching small game, birds, and fish.It is illegal to use these traps to kill an animal in most areas of the world.
Step 1: There are many parts and functions of a small game trap.
The engine is a young tree that connects to the snare to catch the small game.The base stick in the ground is connected to a hook stick through a notch.The leader line connects the engine's branch to the hook stick.When the animal walks through the nose, the sticks come loose and the leader line pulls it up, trapping it.A hooktrigger is the connection between the sticks.The tension between the engine's brach pulling upward on the leader line and the base stick keeping the hook stick steady is what holds the force that pulls that animal up.
Step 2: There is a tree close to signs of animal activity.
Choose a tree that is young and strong, but not so strong that it can't bend, because the tree will act as the engine.Shelters, tracks, scratches, and other signs of animal activity can be found if you take a walk through potential locations.Pick a tree strong enough to hold your game in the air.
Step 3: The material should be 18 to 24 inches (46 to 61 cm).
You can use craft wire, picture hanging wire or copper strands.If you use another material, make sure it's strong enough to hold a small game in the air, but flexible to tighten quickly when pulled up.Dental floss, fishing line, and shoe strings are alternative materials.If you're going to be in the wilderness without any preparation, use natural materials like dogbane, milkweed, and stinging nettle.
Step 4: A rope with your choice of material.
A bight is a bend with an opening on the left side.At the end of the first bight, bend it in the opposite direction to create a "S" shape.Wrap the end of the material over the legs at least 6 times.Make sure the top of the second bight is above the turn to form a loop.The free end of the material can be passed through a loop formed by the second bight.Make sure that the legs of the "S" are parallel.As you make them, tighten them one by one.You can make more than 7 turns, but always use an odd number to finish the knot.Pull down the right-hand edge of the noose created by the first bight to tighten it.
Step 5: You can make a loop in one end of your leader line.
If you're using wire, you can create a loop by forming a circle with one end and then twisting the free end back onto itself.Tie an overhand knot when you fold the free end back onto itself.Run the other end of the material through the loop after creating a loop.Tie an overhand knot by gripping the end of the noose material from the beginning.Pass the material over the point you're gripping and tuck it inside the loop from the other side.Pull it out of the way.Pull the ends away from each other.
Step 6: The base stick is 2 feet (0.61 m) long.
Ash, oak, hickory, maple, or osage are hardwood species.To make small strokes away from you, angle a knife or cutting tool like an axe or saw 45 degrees toward the stick.Continue rotating the stick until you have a pointed end.The point should be sharp enough to penetrate the soil.
Step 7: The base stick is shorter than the hook stick.
The leader engine is going to be at one end and the hook stick at the other.The notch will fix it to the ground stick.Try to find a stick that is as close to the base stick as possible.
Step 8: Place a notch in the tip of the stick.
Use a knife to mark the lines of the notch.Make sure the notch is at least 2 to 3 inches long and starts from the tip of the sticks.When you're done, connect the sticks via their notch.You should be able to pull them in opposing directions when they're connected.
Step 9: Attach the free end of the rope to the hook.
The free end needs to be connected to the base stick by a notch on the hook stick.After tying the rope to the hook, pull the string up and down to make sure it doesn't come off.Make sure to tie the stick tightly.
Step 10: Use the leader line to connect the hook to the engine.
The hook's noose is tied just above the notch.You can tie the leader line to the free end of the hook if you want to use it as an engine.Pull the hook down to the base stick to make sure it can reach the top of the tree.To make sure the tree is strong enough to connect to the base piece, test it.Cut the string down if it's too loose.Remove the leader line if it is too tight to reach the base piece without breaking the branch.
Step 11: The base stick should be connected to the hook stick by a notch.
The sapling should be bent at a 90-degree angle after connecting the sticks.If you want to catch your prey, make sure the loop is open and the noose is on the ground.The snare trap is ready to use.Put a stick into it to set off the gun.Remove the hook stick from the base stick to disarm the trap.
Step 12: Use a knife to remove the top of the pop bottle.
There is a plastic bottle that can be used for this trap.The knife should be inserted into the bottle at the point of the curve.If you want to pull the knife around the bottle's circumference, hold it steady and move it in and out.Don't cut yourself if you hold the bottle at a point away from the cutline.
Step 13: The bottle should be inserted into the body.
The bottle should be opened upward.The tip should be facing down if you turn the top.Take it downward until it fits into the bottle.Don't worry, if the top is loose after you put it in the bottle, you can fix it with screws.
Step 14: Drive 2 screws into the sides of the bottle.
Hold the bottle on the side of the flat surface after placing the top.The spots for the screw holes are at a 45 degree angle downward.The bottle should be held steady and the holes drilled.Attach screws through the holes and cap them off with nuts to fix the bottle.If possible, use small 304 M3*8 screws.Use a tack to make the initial holes if you don't have an electric drill.You can press the screws through with your hands or a screwdriver.
Step 15: Rocks and fish food can be put into a bottle.
Through the opening, dump some pebbles or small rocks.The trap will anchor to the floor of the lake if it is filled too much.Some small scraps of bait, insects, or fish food can be used to attract fish.If you want to get the best results, use fish bait like worms, hotdogs, or cereals.
Step 16: The bottle should be placed in shallow water.
It's time to wait when you place your bottle.They won't be able to swim out after the fish swim through the hole.You can increase your chances of catching fish by placing traps.To use your trap in a portable way, dip it into densely populated areas and drag it through the water.You might get lucky if you do this periodically.
Step 17: The pine tree bark needs to be removed.
Wear gloves and old clothing.Remove the outer layer of the pine trees with a knife.Remove it with a hunting knife and put it in a glass jar.You might need to break it off during the cold weather.If you want to remove pine resin from your skin, rub some melted animal fat onto it and wash it with water and soap.If you can't find a pine tree, you should look for a tree with a pitch.
Step 18: The inside of the plastic cup should be lined with pine sap.
There is a knife in the glass jar.Use your knife to rub the pine sap on the plastic cup.Continue rubbing it on until there is a thin layer of sap around the inside.The best results can be achieved with the use of Dixie cups.
Step 19: Birds are attracted to the inside of a cone.
Purchase bird seeds, such as peanuts, millet, or safflower seeds.They should be put in the inside of the cup.Put your hand in the cup and shake it.Continue shaking the seeds until there is a layer of seed on the inside.If you want an even layer of bait, spread the seeds along the inside of the cup.
Step 20: The cup should be placed on the side of the open area of frequent bird activity.
Areas that overlook vantage points like trees and power lines are ideal.Look for the common perching locations, such as beside or above the area that they nest.You can determine the location of a bird's nest if you mark the locations on your map.Females often call their mates on their way to the nest and you can plot their location by listening to their calls.