Xtreme Performance Outdoor Network

Houndsmen, Fur Markets and Trappers

Episode Summary

Host, Chris Powell, talks with life long trapper Charlie Maschek and his son in law Justin Jett. Charlie is also the owner of Hoosier Trapper Supply, one of the countries oldest and largest trapping and outdoor trap supply businesses. Charlie has been a licensed fur buyer and buying agent for the old Hundson Bay Company.

Episode Notes

Release Date: 06-12-23

 

The relationship between Houndsmen and trappers is unique in a way that makes us very closely related. We have a deep respect and understanding of the same wildlife species, we share certain romantic view of our lifestyles and we share the hatred from the animal rights fanatics that want to shut us down.

On this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast, host, Chris Powell, talks with life long trapper Charlie Maschek and his son in law Justin Jett. Charlie is also the owner of Hoosier Trapper Supply, one of the countries oldest and largest trapping and outdoor trap supply businesses. Charlie has been a licensed fur buyer and buying agent for the old Hundson Bay Company. 

Charlie, Justin and Chris discuss the fur market, what has happened to it and where it is headed. They talk about the glory days of the 20th century fur boom and the characters who participated. They tell old stories and predict the future for trappers and Houndsmen.

Most Houndsmen need trapping supplies at one time or another. Check out Hoosier Trapper Supply at: 

www.hoosiertrappersupply.com