Trapping Today Podcast: Episode 18 – Tanning Fur

Published: March 27, 2018, 3:16 p.m.

Holding off on sending that raw fur to auction due to the low prices? In this episode, I discuss the options trappers have for getting their fur tanned, and go over some selling scenarios you'll need to think about when trying to profit from tanned fur. I discuss the pros and cons of self tanning, as well as share some resources on self tanning. I then discuss the major custom tanneries available to trappers in the U.S., the process of getting fur tanned, along with costs and pros and cons of each. Enjoy!