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————Ideal Catch Pole Length #6374197
11/15/18 12:23 PM
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Obviously a shorter pole can work for smaller critters, but for this thread, let’s go with something that can really bite and squirm as the example—- otters.


What would you consider the ideal length to be for a catch pole used to release otters?



Is a 4 foot catch pole long enough, or have you wished you had a 5 footer when handling em?






Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6374227
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I use a 4 footer


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Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6374352
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I use a 3 ft for most every animal. The longer the pole the longer stretch you have to work with the animal when working with it or removing a trap etc. I handled thousands of fox, cats and coyotes over the years making a living on the road. Never had a need for any more length. Working off an atv the shorter length didn't hang up on the trail near as much either compared to a longer pole.

I suppose it makes a difference how afraid you are of contact as a matter of choice of length also. I was examining and giving injections to most of the animals that I worked with so my choice of lengths suited my needs.

Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6374400
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I ve got a 4 footer but wish it was a 3 footer- MOST- of the time

Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6374596
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It might depend if you have a person helping, of if you are doing the release solo.

Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: AJE] #6374609
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Originally Posted by AJE
It might depend if you have a person helping, of if you are doing the release solo.



Mmmm.....if it’s for me, it’s going to be solo 100% of the time, well, unless I were to snare a large reptile that doesn’t self release. In that case I will be calling my friends with wildlife and fisheries to come help me. Thankfully, a situation like that hasn’t happened yet, and hopefully it won’t happen.


When I asked the question, it was more for just trappers in general. I just wouldn’t want to be trying to lasso a ticked off otter with a dwarf catch pole.

Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6374747
11/16/18 12:59 AM
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A 4 foot catch pole in an 8 foot catch circle can really make you dance.
Caught a big female wolf one time just like that. I now own an extension catch pole. LOL

Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: gibb] #6374756
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Originally Posted by gibb
A 4 foot catch pole in an 8 foot catch circle can really make you dance.

Good point.

Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6374757
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Originally Posted by Aix sponsa
I just wouldn’t want to be trying to lasso a ticked off otter with a dwarf catch pole.

Me neither.

Last edited by AJE; 11/16/18 01:18 AM.
Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6375557
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I used a 3 footer for nearly forty years. The 3 foot size was fine most of the time, until I got a 4 foot. Recently catching a raccoon in a suspended ceiling I really appreciated the extra reach. It will be better when large dangerous critters must be released to run away.

I gave the 3 footer to a young man who did not have one. He says it is perfect.


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Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6460269
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5 ft on otter.


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Re: ————Ideal Catch Pole Length [Re: Aix sponsa] #6460403
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Depends on the length of your chains, and if it's a front/back foot catch. I use and sell 5 footers min.


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