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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6750632
01/30/20 11:34 AM
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Set all the pinch points on the waterways going into and out of the pond with the 330's.Submerge the traps if possible,and fence a bit if necessary,Some pics will be helpful.

Last edited by Boco; 01/30/20 11:35 AM.

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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6750785
01/30/20 01:30 PM
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I wouldn't use the 160s. The 330s with the trigger wires set on the bottom forming a V spread apart looking like this=V. I feel trigger wires set on the bottom making it harder for an animal to pass through then if they are set on top. At least that's been my experience.

I don't know of any lure that positively targets and is successful on otter. I've caught some in pocket sets in 1 1/2 coils and a drowning cable.

The advice given from the trappers for this post is good. If you follow it, you should be successful. Let us know how you do.


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6750805
01/30/20 01:41 PM
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All good suggestions ^^^ Another would be a herring or smelt on the trigger wires on a submerged 330.

Re: Otter Question [Re: Bruce T] #6750855
01/30/20 01:53 PM
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wire a fish to trigger of the 330's if not a fresh fish use a fishing lure of the trout works in the rivers up here in edd's and pools

Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751219
01/30/20 06:59 PM
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Forget bucket sets and pocket sets imho. The otters are going into that pond with a purpose and they're going to get right to it. Like Boco says get body grippers in every possible pinch point. Underwater wherever possible. I have successfully made pinch points for myself in small creeks inlets and outlets by rustling up brush and logs etc to block off.


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751224
01/30/20 07:02 PM
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How'd it go Mac?


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751286
01/30/20 07:36 PM
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Im partial to pinch points with 330s . Footholds work well set on their landings almost every hole they hunt will have a spot in the shallows where they mill around some . They dont have to go to land between dives or after a catch but there is almost always a spot they will go to rest and mill around every so often if you can find that spot they are deadly . If there is a dock look under it they like the overhead cover a dock offers

Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751297
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Cage trap with a couple cans of sardines, lol.

Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751303
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I would make a land set like a dirt hole.


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Wanna Be] #6751349
01/30/20 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Wanna Be
Cage trap with a couple cans of sardines, lol.

Or Vinke's Rubber Duck

Hey if it works


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751434
01/30/20 09:04 PM
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Think bigger picture. The otter/otters are coming from a long way off on a big circuit over and over again. Follow the inlet and the outlet as far as you are able until you find the perfect spots to set you 330s. The otters are going to follow the water rather than travel over land in most cases.

Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751545
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Well?

You gonna set them otter traps or just whistle dixie? haha


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751642
01/31/20 12:56 AM
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Check your geography jtrapper, that boy's whistling yankee-doodle dandy.


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751652
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I prefer blind sets for most critters. There are a few exceptions, otter isn't one of them. Most of us have preferred sets. You've received good advice. You re the man on the ground, your choice.


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Re: Otter Question [Re: beaverpeeler] #6751673
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Originally Posted by beaverpeeler
Check your geography jtrapper, that boy's whistling yankee-doodle dandy.

wink


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751721
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If use something like lure on the otters, beaver castor work on them and everything else. I rather go blind sets on them like in my post.Also like others stated pinch points 330 underwater.


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751771
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Originally Posted by Macthediver
Will Otter blow threw that on 330 I've never caught one set that way for few beavers I've trapped.

Mac
Maybe. I prefer 280s.

You could try a small looped snare if the h20 is deep enough for such a set.

Or bait a 330 like this...careful w/ birds tho. [Linked Image]


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751880
01/31/20 09:23 AM
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Wow as many different thought on this as hand guns for carry.
I didn't get out yesterday but land owner is actually picking me up in a bit today. So I'll let everyone know what happens.
The adventure begins. LOL
Thanks every one I got more hardware in my totes than need. Will see what I use once get there see what is what?


Mac


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Re: Otter Question [Re: 330-Trapper] #6751882
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Originally Posted by 330-Trapper
Originally Posted by beaverpeeler
Check your geography jtrapper, that boy's whistling yankee-doodle dandy.

wink

laugh


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Re: Otter Question [Re: Macthediver] #6751883
01/31/20 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Macthediver
Wow as many different thought on this as hand guns for carry.
I didn't get out yesterday but land owner is actually picking me up in a bit today. So I'll let everyone know what happens.
The adventure begins. LOL
Thanks every one I got more hardware in my totes than need. Will see what I use once get there see what is what?


Mac

Go get them.Good luck


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