Trapping Organization Membership
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07/21/19 08:30 AM
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Pad Catch
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Does anyone know the active membership numbers for the National organizations (NTA, FTA) as well as State organizations.
Curious how well we trappers are represented across the nation.
Last edited by Pad Catch; 07/21/19 08:31 AM.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/21/19 08:36 AM
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QuietButDeadly
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Typically, less than 15% of licensed trappers belong to trapping associations. It may vary a little one way or the other is some areas but this a a pretty good generalization.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: QuietButDeadly]
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07/21/19 08:45 AM
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Pad Catch
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Typically, less than 15% of licensed trappers belong to trapping associations. It may vary a little one way or the other is some areas but this a a pretty good generalization. Wow. That's atrocious.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: AJE]
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07/21/19 12:00 PM
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Steelflight
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Wow, I didn't know it was that low. Pathetic. I can't imagine any trapper not being a member. Unfortunately ,at least here. its not about coming together. Its always been what gives me the biggest bang for the buck. I get no end to the amount crap about that point. But truly the heck with the fur check! There are other points that stand out to me . being a member of the association. Has pointed out windows and making. Clear that being a trapper is like being a gardener. Case in point there are revegetation plots that are full of tasty plants for muskrats and beavers. Well how can you expect to see the cattails come back if a healthy muskrat population is burrowing through them. So on so forth. Being part of the group helps give a stronger reason. The fur check only provides the means. Barely if at all. We cannot continue to make our check books primary. That's not a healthy drive for any environment. Any way these are only my humble opinion. Even the mountain men formed friendships and met up.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Steelflight]
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07/21/19 01:15 PM
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The last report I saw put the NTA at roughly 9,000 members. The FTA may be closer to 4,000 members. Five states make up about 50% of the NTA membership, PA, MI, NY, WI and OH probably have 4000 NTA members. This I am sure is always a consideration where the nationals are held. Two of the major states are NY and PA and they are a bit too far east to hold too many nationals. Much of the FTA membership centers around IN and ILL, IA, MO from my best guess.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: AJE]
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07/21/19 01:35 PM
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SNIPERBBB
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Wow, I didn't know it was that low. Pathetic. I can't imagine any trapper not being a member. 10% is pretty much standard across any kind of group. Then there's a core group of 10% of that 10%. The difference between the pig and the chicken in an ham and egg sandwich is the chicken was involved and the pig was commited.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/21/19 02:50 PM
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Nittany Lion
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It would be interesting to note what percentage of the T-Man family belong to a state or national trappers association. It would also be interesting to note why they do not belong.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/21/19 03:39 PM
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Wright Brothers
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If, one of the popular, started a post, "trade you a membership" post, it might help?
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: bblwi]
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07/21/19 04:03 PM
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Pad Catch
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The last report I saw put the NTA at roughly 9,000 members. The FTA may be closer to 4,000 members. Five states make up about 50% of the NTA membership, PA, MI, NY, WI and OH probably have 4000 NTA members. This I am sure is always a consideration where the nationals are held. Two of the major states are NY and PA and they are a bit too far east to hold too many nationals. Much of the FTA membership centers around IN and ILL, IA, MO from my best guess.
Bryce About what year are those numbers from?
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
#6578543
07/21/19 04:09 PM
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rpmartin
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No shortage of people with sorry excuses why they won't or can't join an organization. Some are just down right pathetic, the excuses and people.
Life member, NRA, NTA, RMEF, Pheasants Forever. WTA,TTA,FTA,SA,GOA, member
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/21/19 04:12 PM
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Cathouse Jim
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Here are some numbers for you -
The year of 2018 5,212 trapping license was sold in Montana
Current Montana Trappers Association membership 833
Out of that membership number 133 are out of state members supporting the association (thank you guys)
National Trappers Association members in Montana 237
Montana Trappers Association defeated 12 bills brought to legislation so far this year that pertains to trapping or wolves.
"I've reached nearly fifty four years of age with my system."
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/21/19 04:35 PM
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cfowler
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The biggest excuse I hear for not joining and/or not being involved on a state or national level revolves around a personality conflict with someone who is involved. Preservation of our traditions and trapping rights should come before personality.
I trap for fun. I skin 'em for the money! Grinners For Life-Lifetime Member, MO Chapter, Den #1 ~You Grin, You're In~
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: rpmartin]
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07/21/19 04:43 PM
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Yes sir
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No shortage of people with sorry excuses why they won't or can't join an organization. Some are just down right pathetic, the excuses and people. That ought to motivate them to join our associations
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Yes sir]
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07/21/19 05:25 PM
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rpmartin
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No shortage of people with sorry excuses why they won't or can't join an organization. Some are just down right pathetic, the excuses and people. That ought to motivate them to join our associations I'll let you give out the hugs
Life member, NRA, NTA, RMEF, Pheasants Forever. WTA,TTA,FTA,SA,GOA, member
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Nittany Lion]
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07/21/19 09:53 PM
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AJE
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It would be interesting to note what percentage of the T-Man family belong to a state or national trappers association. It would also be interesting to note why they do not belong. That would be interesting. Hopefully most belong. If they don't, they probably wouldn't admit to it. Maybe they'll join after reading this thread.
Last edited by AJE; 07/21/19 09:54 PM.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Cathouse Jim]
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07/21/19 10:05 PM
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B. Shope
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Here are some numbers for you -
The year of 2018 5,212 trapping license was sold in Montana
Current Montana Trappers Association membership 833
Out of that membership number 133 are out of state members supporting the association (thank you guys)
National Trappers Association members in Montana 237
Montana Trappers Association defeated 12 bills brought to legislation so far this year that pertains to trapping or wolves. Cathouse I wonder how many of those licenses are houndsman?
The Green Eyed Trapper
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: B. Shope]
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07/21/19 10:34 PM
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Bob Samuelson
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NY has around 10,000 licensed Trappers. Including Lifetime members, total membership is right around 1,400. Of those 1,400, there is a core group of about 25 or 30 that do all the work! When asked why they don’t belong, the usual answer is “What do I get for being a member?” Numbers count, folks! When a bill comes up for a vote, some politicians look at member numbers before deciding how to vote! Joining is easy! Benefits are immense when you consider the representation you get before politicians! Dues and conventions are the main sources of income. Without income, we cannot fight for our heritage! Please, join your state association. Joining the NTA & FTA in addition would be a bonus!
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Bob Samuelson]
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07/21/19 10:59 PM
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DelawareRob
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NY has around 10,000 licensed Trappers. Including Lifetime members, total membership is right around 1,400. Of those 1,400, there is a core group of about 25 or 30 that do all the work! When asked why they don’t belong, the usual answer is “What do I get for being a member?” Numbers count, folks! When a bill comes up for a vote, some politicians look at member numbers before deciding how to vote! Joining is easy! Benefits are immense when you consider the representation you get before politicians! Dues and conventions are the main sources of income. Without income, we cannot fight for our heritage! Please, join your state association. Joining the NTA & FTA in addition would be a bonus! PM sent.
Who is John Galt?
You don't rise to the occasion, you fall to the level of your training.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Grandpa Trapper]
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07/22/19 08:54 AM
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One of the reasons I heard over the years by some here on T-man they don’t belong is they do not like the bad politics of their state or national organization. That’s fine, but I would like to know specifics about what they feel is wrong. If word gets out of something that isn’t right maybe it can be corrected if enough of us know about it. Rather than wait on someone's "opinion", attend meetings, get to know people, be involved, and form your own opinion. That'd be my advise to anyone sitting on the sidelines.
I trap for fun. I skin 'em for the money! Grinners For Life-Lifetime Member, MO Chapter, Den #1 ~You Grin, You're In~
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Bob Samuelson]
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07/22/19 11:04 AM
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Sawmill Creek
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NY has around 10,000 licensed Trappers. Including Lifetime members, total membership is right around 1,400. Of those 1,400, there is a core group of about 25 or 30 that do all the work! When asked why they don’t belong, the usual answer is “What do I get for being a member?” Numbers count, folks! When a bill comes up for a vote, some politicians look at member numbers before deciding how to vote! Joining is easy! Benefits are immense when you consider the representation you get before politicians! Dues and conventions are the main sources of income. Without income, we cannot fight for our heritage! Please, join your state association. Joining the NTA & FTA in addition would be a bonus! Data released from the DEC shows 14,061 sold for 2017 & 13,223 for 2018
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/22/19 11:45 AM
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Buck (Zandra)
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Using inside political problems or negative personalities as an excuse not to join is ridiculous.Over the years there's been a lot of dissent about this person,or that person,or how things were handled that not everybody agreed with.When Don Hoyt was ousted as president in the late 80's is a good example.I still have no idea what that was all about,the information about the situation was pretty vague.But I didn't quit over it!The big picture is whats important,not the petty squabbling over policies.Unfortunatley, the same excuses used then are used today.And when the Anti's target became the international market,I heard wayyy to many people here say,big deal,I'll just find another market.Yeah,like the mountain man circuit is going to sustain this industry.There is no other markets to speak of,and look at what New York,and California are trying to do to any industry that involves fur.Join up and stand and fight,or lose it all.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: tjm]
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07/22/19 05:33 PM
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Steven 49er
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Most trapper organizations are set up as non profits that cannot be involved with or interfere in politics in a meaningful way.\
That's not true. Many trappers groups are 501c6 which allow for lobbying. Even a C3 can lobby in some capacity.
"Inflation is always and everywhere a monetary phenomenon". Milton Friedman.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Pad Catch]
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07/22/19 06:14 PM
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Boco
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Ontario is well over 80%,probably closer to 90. There is a 5 million liability insurance policy included with the membership.
Last edited by Boco; 07/22/19 06:16 PM.
Forget that fear of gravity-get a little savagery in your life.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Boco]
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07/23/19 06:05 AM
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Ontario is well over 80%,probably closer to 90. There is a 5 million liability insurance policy included with the membership. Boco, how much are the dues?
Steve WTA NRA
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: 8117 Steve R]
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07/23/19 09:23 AM
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Boco
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$22.60 is the cost of membership to a licenced Ontario trapper who gets his licence thru the federation.
Forget that fear of gravity-get a little savagery in your life.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: Boco]
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07/24/19 04:21 AM
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walleyed
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$22.60 is the cost of membership to a licensed Ontario trapper who gets his license thru the federation. And that's payable in the Queen's colorful monopoly money !! w
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: w side rd 151]
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07/24/19 04:35 AM
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wissmiss
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Fur taker license sales in PA have been from 42000 to 45000 every year for the last 5 yearsy . Are those numbers correct or did you mistakenly add a zero? Just curious. Seems like a lot of trapping licenses!! Or is a furtaker license required for other sports - like Raccoon hunting with dogs.
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Re: Trapping Organization Membership
[Re: wissmiss]
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07/24/19 11:48 AM
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Grandpa Trapper
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Fur taker license sales in PA have been from 42000 to 45000 every year for the last 5 yearsy . Are those numbers correct or did you mistakenly add a zero? Just curious. Seems like a lot of trapping licenses!! Or is a furtaker license required for other sports - like Raccoon hunting with dogs. When I lived in PA several years ago, the PA Trappers Assoc. said there were 3, 000 members. It was estimated this number was about 10% of the total trappers in the state which would make about 30,000 trappers. I doubt these figures changed much since I left the state. However, the state has a inexpensive lifetime fur takers license for senior citizens. Since most trappers are older, I imagine some of of the figures for number of trappers can be skewed. Unlike here in Idaho, I believe PA trappers are still not required to submit a yearly report of their trapping activities.
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