Trapper Education

Trapper training is an important requirement for licensed trappers and concession holders. Members of group trap-lines must also meet this requirement to maintain their group membership.

Training Offered by Yukon Trappers Association

• The Yukon Trappers Association offers a five-day Basic Trapper Training Workshop to help you meet this requirement.
• Contact the Association early in the fall for the location of the workshop being held nearest to you. Workshops rotate through Yukon communities.
• Early registration is advised as workshops may be cancelled due to a perceived lack of interest.
• Contact the Yukon Trappers Association for information on specialty workshops such as Wolf Snaring and Pelt Handling
  

Exemptions from Training Requirements

• Previously licensed trappers 65 years and older are exempt from the training requirement.
• Any trapper who has not been licensed for 10 years or more should take a Basic Workshop.
• Graduation from recognized trapper training in another territory or province may also meet the licence requirements.
• For more information contact the Fur Harvest Technician at Environment Yukon.