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Will there always be a trapping industry in Osgoode? Clarence thinks so even though he claims the "dollar value" of producing fur today is not as great as it once was. Higher labour costs mean higher production costs. The cost to tan a hide today runs at about $20.00 each. There is still a world demand for furs. Although there are periods of highs and lows, Clarence believes the wildlife population continues to grow in this region. The trappers themselves are aging; however, there is ample evidence that the "old timers" are very keen on passing on their trapping skills and interest to their children and to their grandchildren, and there is ample evidence that the "youngsters" are just as keen to continue.

Ron Isaac, President.
The Osgoode Township Historical Society

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Conibear Traps for Muscrat and Channel Box
21 January 2004