DiscoverThe Hunter Conservationist PodcastFishers in BC: The Disconnect Between Government and Trappers || Ep. 13
Fishers in BC: The Disconnect Between Government and Trappers || Ep. 13

Fishers in BC: The Disconnect Between Government and Trappers || Ep. 13

Update: 2025-09-25
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In this episode, Olav Langelaar from the BC Trappers Association discusses the challenges faced in fisher trapping in British Columbia, highlighting the disconnect between government data and on-the-ground realities. He shares his journey of involvement in the issue, the importance of collaboration between trappers and government, and the need for accurate data collection and modeling. The discussion also touches on the complexities of subspecies classification and the role of trappers in wildlife management, emphasizing the importance of persistence and unity in advocating for sustainable practices.









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Fishers in BC: The Disconnect Between Government and Trappers || Ep. 13

Fishers in BC: The Disconnect Between Government and Trappers || Ep. 13

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