TIPS & TUTORIALS
At Backyard Baits, we are here to help. Learn the Animal. Solve the Problem. Wildlife problems are easier to solve when you understand what you're looking at. We are built around the idea that education comes first. Whether you're dealing with a raccoon in the garden, a groundhog under the shed, a skunk digging holes in the lawn or an armadillo tearing up your landscaping, knowing what the animal is doing and why is the first step toward solving the problem.
Drawing from decades of trapping and wildlife-management experience through North American Trapper®, we're building out YouTube channel which is a growing library of straightforward tips, how-to guides and tutorials designed for homeowners, gardeners, farmers and homesteaders. No complicated terminology. No unnecessary guesswork. Just practical information you can use.
Drawing from decades of trapping and wildlife-management experience through North American Trapper®, we're building out YouTube channel which is a growing library of straightforward tips, how-to guides and tutorials designed for homeowners, gardeners, farmers and homesteaders. No complicated terminology. No unnecessary guesswork. Just practical information you can use.
WHAT'S DAMAGING MY YARD?
Starting here is the place to be if you're not sure what animal you're dealing with. Learn to identify tracks, holes, digging, droppings, feeding damage, burrows and other signs that can tell you what's visiting your property.
UNDERSTANDING THE ANIMAL
Before you set a trap, learn how the animal thinks. Our tutorials explain feeding habits, travel patterns, preferred habitat, daily activity and the behaviors that can help you determine where and how to address a wildlife problem.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT TRAP
Not every trap is designed for every animal. Learn about cage traps, foothold traps, body-grip traps and other equipment, including when different types of equipment may be appropriate and how to use them responsibly.
WHERE SHOULD I SET THE TRAP?
Trap location can be just as important as the trap itself. Learn how to use animal sign, travel routes, natural funnels, fences, buildings, burrows and feeding areas to identify productive locations.
HOW TO USE BAIT AND ATTRACTANTS
Learn the difference between baiting a trap and simply putting food somewhere. Our tutorials explain bait placement, attractant placement, lure positioning and how to make the trap location look natural rather than suspicious.
HOW TO AVOID NON-TARGET ANIMALS
Responsible wildlife management means thinking beyond the animal you're trying to catch. Learn practical ways to select trap locations, equipment and baiting strategies with non-target wildlife, pets and livestock in mind, while following applicable local regulations.
COMMON TRAPPING MISTAKES
Sometimes knowing what not to do is just as valuable as knowing what to do. We'll cover common mistakes such as poor trap placement, too much bait, improper bait placement, ignoring animal sign and changing locations too quickly.
Subscribe to our YardBaits YouTube Channel as we will be updating it regularly with information on how you can handle your own nuisance animal problems on your property.