Trapper Ed Class --Nov. 22

[pnwmtnmn]

Ted is an instructor. I don't know about chuck but he has a more central location.

[AdnaHunter]

Is there an age limit for this class in the 22nd?

[jasnt]

Is there an email address for George Brady.  Seems to me it might be easier to get ahold of him if he can read what we say instead of trying to hear a message.  I been trying but seems impossible.  I been wanting my trappers license very badly. I know a dozen others that do too. Why is there never a class on the east side? I don't consider Yakima area east side. A guy shouldn't need to travel half way across the state for this.  There seems to be a big enough demand over here to have a trappers ed class at least once a year in the Spokane area. Or at least a way to get ahold of someone to set up a private test.  WA trappers would have a little bigger voice if everyone who wanted to trap had a chance to do so.  There has to be a way to get this done. I don't mind driving an hour or 2 to get to the class but halfway across the state is not cheap! That's money that could be spent on traps or getting to and from your lines.

[Humptulips]

Is there an age limit for this class in the 22nd?

No, but they should be old enough to read. Reading is not a requirement but we have had students of an age too young to read and they have not matured enough to concentrate on the class for the day.
I would leave it up to a parent to decide and anyone is welcome but just be aware that your child will have to sit and be interested for several hours of class time.

Is there an email address for George Brady.  Seems to me it might be easier to get ahold of him if he can read what we say instead of trying to hear a message.  I been trying but seems impossible.  I been wanting my trappers license very badly. I know a dozen others that do too. Why is there never a class on the east side? I don't consider Yakima area east side. A guy shouldn't need to travel half way across the state for this.  There seems to be a big enough demand over here to have a trappers ed class at least once a year in the Spokane area. Or at least a way to get ahold of someone to set up a private test.  WA trappers would have a little bigger voice if everyone who wanted to trap had a chance to do so.  There has to be a way to get this done. I don't mind driving an hour or 2 to get to the class but halfway across the state is not cheap! That's money that could be spent on traps or getting to and from your lines.

cascadeb@televar.com

There are more classes and instructors in E WA then on the west side most years. If you can contact George he can probably put you in contact with an instructor closer to you and arrange something.

[Carp Commander]

I can understand everyone's frustration but remember these instructors take time out of their schedules, at their own expense and without any compensation to give classes. They do it because they took ownership in the sport and to further it along.

Also, don’t forget that you are not required to go through the traditional class. You can still obtain the study material on-line, schedule an appointment at a regional office and take the test. I did it years ago and it is still a valid process for obtaining the certification.

Here is the link;

http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/huntered/classes/trapping.php

[jasnt]

Thank you both for the info!

[redi]

Is this class still on as scheduled? I am interested in attending with my son.

[Humptulips]

Is this class still on as scheduled? I am interested in attending with my son.

It is but Karen is about to have a coronary. The class is filled up to the brim and then some. If you want to attend we will try and accommodate you. Please have a little patience though. This is the last class of the year and we are trying not to turn anyone away. It might be a good idea to bring a folding chair if you have one.

[redi]

Great thank you for the reply.

[fatslinger]

PM sent

[eburgtrapper]

My little brother took the test Thursday. He called george brady and they met in cle elum. It was pretty easy for him.

[redi]

A big thanks to Humptulips and Fatslinger for putting on the trappers class today. My boys and I had a great time and learned a lot of good things about trapping. We appreciate their hard work.  Redi

[WOODS]

Great class and thanks for the new tips

[Janaeel]

Thank you to Bruce and Karen for putting on the Trapping class in Littlerock. It was very informative and my friend and I really enjoyed the skinning demonstrations. 

Bill

[fatslinger]

OK, I dropped the paperwork off at WDFW this morning, Dan assured me they will process it asap. He also said that if you want to get your license now, all you have to do is present the orange card and they should be able to get you a trapping license based on the card. I am curious to see if it really works that way, so if anybody has success, let us know. I'd bet the cashier would have to call WDFW while you wait, but you never know.

It was great to see so many young people interested in trapping. The kids actually scored highest on the test! You should be proud of yourselves. Hope to see you in March at Elma for the Winter Rendezvous.