New Releases for 2025

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3 New Book Releases Scheduled For March 2025!

STONY CREEK, NY | Johnny Thorpe is a name well-known to generations of trappers and fur takers across North America. His documented fur catches broke records and his pioneering exploits as a long-liner were recounted in magazines such as Fur, Fish, Game, in rousing tales that inspired many trappers, amature and pro alike. He trapped all over the country and taught many professionals his successful methods.

NEW RELEASES IN 2025!

Johnny Thorpe's Bad Medicine

The Cure For Coyote-Fox-Bobcat

Johnny Thorpe's 'BAD MEDICINE' Coyote, Fox, Bobcat, Fisher Call Lure ~ 1oz.

Powerful, distinctive, long lasting glandular paste lure with the finest ingredients formulated into this 'Skunky Tone' predator lure. Unlike any lure you have ever used, this formulation is not to be confused with other skunk/grease mixtures that break down in short order. This good dope keeps improving with age. The true 'Wolfer' and Fisher trapper will know the value of this lure when they crack the cap. A heavy smear will last for weeks at a set under all conditions and perform better than most all other lures you have ever used. This lure is essentially one of the very best lures available.

$ 15.00

$ 18.00

Johnny Thorpe- An Outdoorsman For All Seasons
by Jessica Kane

Standing in his dirt driveway, Johnny Thorpe peered out from under his cowboy hat as he brushed paint onto a totem pole he recently carved. Nearby, two silver foxes with bushy tails were slumbering in a large cage in the afternoon sun. Johnny has been a professional fur trapper since he was 15 years old. Since Harry Truman was in the White House sipping whisky. He's considered one of the top ten fur trappers in the country – without a doubt one of the most experienced - and held the New York State bobcat bounty record for six years running. He'll be 75 on August 1st, but you wouldn’t know it. “I don’t have much wrong with me,” he said, a hint of a smile in his calm blue eyes. "You'd have a hard time keeping up with me in the woods.” Johnny lives largely independent of the prevailing consumerist culture, making his way through life off Good Mother Earth. In between trapping seasons, Johnny Thorpe has done everything from carving totem poles and designing leather belts (tanning the cowhides himself) to treasure hunting, ginseng hunting, mining gold, and horseshoeing. Read The Rest Of The Article On Flickr

JOHNNY THORPE Trapping Methods

Deadly Trapping Tactics By Top Professional Trapper Johnny Thorpe

$ 27.00

Fur Taking Methods Of A Wilderness Wolfer

This treatise by Johnny Thorpe provides detailed insights into effective techniques for trapping foxes and coyotes in deep snow using steel traps, emphasizing the importance of understanding natural elements and animal behavior. Thorpe critiques various "gimmick" methods and shares his own proven strategies, including the use of large jaw spread traps and proper set locations.

$ 27.00

Trapper’s Wilderness Wisdom: Pocket & Spring Hole Sets

Discover the timeless art of trapping with Johnny Thorpe’s guide to pocket and spring hole sets. This manual, rooted in generations of expertise, provides clear, practical instructions for both seasoned trappers and beginners. Gain essential skills and insights to enhance your trapping success with these proven, sustainable techniques.

$ 27.00

$ 23.00

Deep Snow Cat Trapping

"Deep Snow Bobcat Trapping" provides a detailed guide to mastering the art of trapping bobcats in challenging winter conditions. With practical tips, step-by-step instructions, and expert strategies, this book is designed for both seasoned trappers and beginners. Learn how to effectively set traps and track bobcats in deep snow, ensuring successful and sustainable catches.

$ 23.00