How to set a foothold trap for raccoons and opossums
Channel: ACES - Fresh from the Field
Date: 2014-07-14

When trapping in urban and residential areas, foothold traps that require the animal to reach down into a small opening to trigger the trap will nearly eliminate the chances of capturing non-target species such as domestic dogs and cats.  These foothold traps are inexpensive, simple to set and use, and work well for capturing nuisance animals such as raccoons and opossums.   This video will provide you step-by-step instructions for operating a common foothold trap.