Using Cable Devices on Land

Cable devices can be used on land to capture beavers or foxes.

• Use 11- or 12-gauge wire as a stabilizing wire (or “pigtail”) to hold the cable loop in position to trap the target furbearer.
• Do not set devices on trails used by people, domestic animals, or deer. Instead, place the device in an existing path or trail used by your target furbearer. Ideally, choose a spot where the path narrows. Center the loop in the path.
• Do not use bait or lure with non-powered cable devices. Instead, place the device in an existing path or trail used by your target furbearer. Ideally, choose a spot where the path narrows. Center the loop in the path.

When setting cable devices on land for beavers:

• Make the loop 9" to 10" in diameter to catch the beaver around the body.
• Keep the bottom of the loop 2" to 3" off the ground.

When setting cable devices on land for foxes:

• Make the loop 6" to 8" in diameter to catch the fox around the neck.
• Keep the bottom of the loop 6" to 8" off the ground.