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Wardens detail trap placement, allowable gear and checking rules
Summary
Staff explained trap placement limits (50 ft from trails, 100 ft from parking), that approved trap designs reflect decades of research, and said checking requirements are in place to reduce non‑target impacts.
At the Tucker Management Committee meeting, Fish and Wildlife staff answered questions about the mechanics of trap use, including allowable trap types, required checking frequency, and placement rules meant to reduce encounters with the public. Presenters said approved traps are considered the most humane and effective based on roughly 30 years of research.
Committee members were specifically told that traps must be placed a minimum of 50 feet from trails and 100 feet from parking areas; these placement rules were emphasized as a primary tool for reducing accidental exposure of recreational users to traps. Staff also described checking‑frequency rules and enforcement steps taken when violations occur.
