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Beaver board size #6718400
01/06/20 11:55 AM
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I bought a beaver board stencil pattern to paint on plywood this year. Do you think you can get more than 2 on a piece of plywood?

I was thinking about buying a few pieces of plywood, cutting in half, or thirds, and stenciling them out and putting a hole in the corner to hang. Then when I’m done nailing down the pelt, use the hole as an easy hanging system.

Anyone do anything like this?


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718445
01/06/20 12:37 PM
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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718462
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Cut in thirds. 32" Rare beaver will stretch over 30" X 40" here.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718470
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Like Dirt said. And you can put 2 beaver on one board. Back side and front side.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718527
01/06/20 02:51 PM
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Just do not think 1/2" plywood is all you need. I suggest 3/4" and get the store to cut them 32" each and leave them rectangular. Then build a table with the top recessed so the board supports allow the board to be flipped over and the nails from the first beaver do not hit the table top. Also, your board supports do not need to run the full length and width of the board. Leave out a section near the center of the length and width so the support clears the larger beaver.

You can also build a rack to hold them by cutting a 3/4" groves in a 2" x 4" on the floor and another on the wall. Much easier to handle than trying to hang them up.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718598
01/06/20 04:43 PM
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3 beaver boards are cut from 1 sheet of 4x8 plywood.Use 3/4 inch plywood,or 5/8 if your a cheapo.1/2 inch is no good.You can board a beaver on each side.
I drill a hole in one end center for hanging.

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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718606
01/06/20 04:55 PM
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Great responses! Thanks for your help! I will work on that here this week. I used the old doors off my house that I switched out last year. Had my first beaver check of the year today. And ended up with 4. I need something more consistent, so I’ll probably just go buy 2 pieces of the 3/4” plywood’s. That’s enough for 12 front and back. If I need another, I’ll just go buy one.

What size nails do you all like? 2.25” or 2.5”

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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718609
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I sand the edges of the boards,helps to prevent slivers in your hands.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6718749
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Originally Posted by payotetrapper
What size nails do you all like? 2.25” or 2.5”
Either one in a box nail but do not mix the sizes. Box nails are the best as they are thinner than most other nails and have heads on them thus are much easier to hammer in and remove compared to other nails.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: Dirt] #6720061
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Originally Posted by Dirt
Cut in thirds. 32" Rare beaver will stretch over 30" X 40" here.




payotetrapper, depending on where you buy your plywood... they cut it for you. Easier transporting and save you that much more work.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6721093
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Make a couple of your boards with the first 3 and two lines on one side and the normal one the other. This way you don't have kits wasting board space.

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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6722144
01/09/20 12:14 PM
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Awesome, I got a couple boards and had them precut cut at Lowes. I started my outlines but didn't get to finish it all up yet. Thanks for the help


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6722149
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If you have not finished your outlines, it sure helps to alternate the line colors. Sure makes it easy to stay on the correct line.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: QuietButDeadly] #6727248
01/13/20 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by QuietButDeadly
If you have not finished your outlines, it sure helps to alternate the line colors. Sure makes it easy to stay on the correct line.
Yep, I did it just like Boco did it above. Actually caught a 59.4 lb beaver (personal record), and I made it fit but I probably could have stretched it an extra inch. As soon as I figure out how to upload pictures again on here I'll take pictures and share my set up. Its working fantastic.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6732676
01/17/20 05:35 PM
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do you varnish your boards? or just leave them alone?


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6732711
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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6732830
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Don't use any coatings on your boards. The wood will soak up grease and help with drying time.


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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6732832
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X2 on the pinning nails.Your boards will last twice as long than if you use the thick common nails.
Also leave your boards unvarnished.They will wick up some moisture from the fur.
You shouldn't have any grease on the fur.

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Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6733160
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I have a few boards that are 4' x 4' x 3/4" and some smaller for the smaller beaver.

Re: Beaver board size [Re: payotetrapper] #6751717
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This is a great post. I wish I had read it before I bought a sheet of 1/2 plywood. Maybe I can find another use for it.

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