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Post by lov2trap on Aug 26, 2014 20:55:00 GMT -7
I haven't seen much about trapping from a boat anywhere and figured if I was going to get any decent info this would be the place to go. I just got a new rig and want to make it strictly trapping. I have a 16' jon with coast guard hull and 30 hp counsel steering. It's totally open with 1 pedestal seat behind the counsel. I put a sheet of plywood in for a floor and left the front for wet critters. Figured I would mount some 6" pvc on both sides for steaks but not sure if I want to make a box or something for traps or stick with milk creates and buckets. I run mostly cable and fiberglass drowners for coon but also hit other critters that run the river. Iam trapping the Mississippi and a few other good size rivers and would appreciate any plans or pictures you might have.
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Post by BOB W. on Aug 27, 2014 4:13:34 GMT -7
can`t advise you on your boat , but have canoe trapped big water before. one thing I learned quick was safety, life jackets and dry clothes in a waterproof bag. another was a wire or chain or some means hold all the traps and gear in in case of tips. not all of it, but in increments to where have a dozen loose at a time so easy access, then untie another dozen. mostly commen sense stuff.
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Post by jwr on Aug 27, 2014 5:06:46 GMT -7
Chains get hung up in milk crates. Sq. buckets are better. build a rack to hold the buckets in place. If your boat is tall a set of steps that fold down are a lifesaver. A long rope off the front is the 2nd most important thing in the boat, right behind a good life jacket,
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Post by lov2trap on Aug 28, 2014 17:20:45 GMT -7
Ya safety is always the first thing I think about when I'm on the water by myself. I think I'll go with the buckets for traps. Also planned on putting some extra clothes and a few other things in a water tight bucket, I know I'll need them sooner or later.
There has to be more people out there that are running river lines so let's hear from you.
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Post by pwc on Aug 30, 2014 8:03:28 GMT -7
Have a long, like about 5 ft t-bar welded up from heavy stock. Rig up a big D ring off the bow. When you pull up on the bank you can run the t-bar through the D ring in a fluid motion as you are getting out. This is the quickest way I have found to secure the boat.
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Post by jwr on Sept 1, 2014 11:43:36 GMT -7
Have a long, like about 5 ft t-bar welded up from heavy stock. Rig up a big D ring off the bow. When you pull up on the bank you can run the t-bar through the D ring in a fluid motion as you are getting out. This is the quickest way I have found to secure the boat. Thats a good idea, gonna try that/ Vac seal your dry clothes. takes up very little room and they will stay dry. duct tape them up under a seat or somewhere out of the way but still handy. |
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