Project Gutenberg 2010-10-19 Public domain in the USA. 215 Kreps, Elmer Harry 1880 Kreps, E. H. (Elmer Harry) Science of Trapping Describes the Fur Bearing Animals, Their Nature, Habits and Distribution, with Practical Methods for Their Capture Produced by Linda M. Everhart, Blairstown, Missouri "Science of Trapping" by Elmer Harry Kreps is a practical guide on the trapping of fur-bearing animals written in the early 20th century. This informative work explores the nature, habits, and distribution of various furbearers, detailing effective methods for their capture. It serves as a valuable resource not only for seasoned trappers but also for those seeking to understand the art and science behind the practice. The opening of the text introduces the concept of trapping as a pleasurable and potentially profitable endeavor, emphasizing its longstanding presence as a vital outdoor occupation. Kreps acknowledges the historical context of trapping, noting its evolution alongside the fur trade and the importance of understanding animal behaviors for success. He mentions the flourishing community of trappers across North America today, while also hinting at the challenges and rewarding experiences that come with this unique calling. In essence, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of specific trapping techniques and the characteristics of various animals, promising readers a comprehensive look into the trapper's craft. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Trapping SK Text Animal Animals-Wild-Trapping Category: How To ... Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals 278387 2025-08-14T04:54:09.367954 text/html 263846 2021-01-07T02:40:43 text/html 2374028 2025-08-14T04:54:15.192921 application/epub+zip 2379615 2025-08-14T04:54:11.285936 application/epub+zip 165192 2025-08-14T04:54:10.090945 application/epub+zip 2507018 2025-08-14T04:54:17.973916 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 2494650 2025-08-14T04:54:14.395918 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 293480 2022-09-15T13:35:03.875547 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 255761 2025-08-14T04:54:08.625954 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 255736 2021-01-07T02:40:43 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 18361 2025-08-14T04:54:18.259882 application/rdf+xml 12550 2025-08-14T04:54:10.591916 image/jpeg 3340 2025-08-14T04:54:10.340921 image/jpeg 2220171 2021-01-07T02:40:44 application/octet-stream application/zip 87775 2021-01-07T02:40:44 application/octet-stream application/zip 2288896 2025-08-14T04:54:09.522951 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog