September
* Classes are non refundable. Â If you can not attend a class you have paid for, please reach out to treasurer@sccata.org and we will apply your fee to another class of your choice, so long as there is availability, in the same calendar year.Â
General Meeting:Traps and Snare Prep
September's meeting will discuss traps and snares. There are many different ways to rig your equipment for anchoring systems, modifying traps, snare configurations, and most importantly how to properly treat your gear so that it functions in our extreme environment with the cold and snow.
Date: September 16
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Wasilla VFW
Trap and Prep-FREE
Boil, dye, and wax your traps for FREE!
Date: September 18-19
Time: All Day
Where: Alaska Range Trapping Supply, Eagle River
General Meeting:Traps and Snare Prep
September's meeting will discuss traps and snares. There are many different ways to rig your equipment for anchoring systems, modifying trap, snare configurations, and most importantly how to properly treat your gear so that it functions in our extreme environment with the cold and snow.
Date: September 22
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
Youth Ermine Box Building WorkshopÂ
Bring your young trapper to a FREE workshop where they will learn about the life cycle of ermine, what they are used for in the fur market, and the basic's of catching them. Together you will build a ermine box complete with a trap to take home and use this coming season!Â
Date: September 26
Time: 12:30 - 5:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
October
Youth Ermine Box Building WorkshopÂ
Bring your young trapper to a FREE workshop where they will learn about the life cycle of ermine, what they are used for in the fur market, and the basic's of catching them. Together you will build a ermine box complete with a trap to take home and use this coming season!Â
Date: October 3
Time: 12:30 - 5:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
Trapper Education Course
This course is not only for new trappers but also for those that are new to Alaska.Â
Our program covers the fundamentals of trapping and snaring in general, and in winter conditions / Alaska's unique furbearer's/ Alaska's regulations, and rules / ethics of trapping/ basic sets and general fur handling.Â
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Date: October 10
Time: 8am-6pm
Where: Beach Lake Lodge
Youth 16 and Under $40 (must be in attendance with an adult)
Adult 17 and above $100
Cost includes a 1 yr Membership to the Alaska Trappers Association with magazine subscription, the Alaska Trappers Manual, coffee, donuts and pastries for breakfast and a hot meal for lunch.
General Meeting: Marten
October we will discuss the basics of Marten, their life cycle, basic and most commonly used sets, fur handling from the field to the auction. Our membership has a lot of knowledge on marten trapping and they love sharing it! Even if you're an ol' timer, I promise you will walk away having learned something new.
Date: October 15
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
Trap and Prep-FREE
Boil, dye and wax your traps for FREE!
Date: October 17-18
Time: All Day
Where: Alaska Range Trapping Supply, Eagle River
Snare Making Workshop
At this course you learn the different components/designs of snares along with configurations for specific fur-bearers. You will also build a dozen fox snares to take home and use this season.
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Coffee and pastries will be provided.
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Cost: $50 (Youth under 16 FREE)
Date: October 17
Time: 12:30- 5:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
General Meeting: Marten
October we will discuss the basics of Marten, their life cycle, basic and most commonly used sets, fur handling from the field to the auction. Our membership has a lot of knowledge on marten trapping and they love sharing it! Even if you're an ol' timer, I promise you will walk away having learned something new.
Date: October 20
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
Snare Techniques Workshop
At this course you learn the different components/designs of snares along with configurations for specific fur-bearers. You will also build a dozen fox snares to take home and use this season.
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Coffee and pastries will be provided.
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Cost: $25 (Youth under 16 FREE)
Date: October 24
Time: 12:30- 5:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
November
Trap Prep-FREE
Date: November 6-7
Time: All Day
Where: Alaska Range Trapping Supply, Eagle River
Boil, dye, and wax your traps for FREE!Â
General Meeting: Fox/Coyote Trapping/Snaring
November we will discuss fox and coyote trapping / snaring. There are only a few sets that are available that can defeat the type of weather we deal with here in South Central; the rain, the freeze, then the thaw. We will explain what works and what does not. We will also discuss types of lures / baits, anchoring systems, and transport from the field to the fur shed.
Date: November 17
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
General Meeting: Fox/Coyote Trapping/Snaring
November we will discuss fox and coyote trapping / snaring. There are only a few sets that are available that can defeat the type of weather we deal with here in South Central; the rain, the freeze, then the thaw. We will explain what works and what does not. We will also discuss types of lures / baits, anchoring systems, and transport from the field to the fur shed.
Date: November 19
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
Fox/ Coyote/Lynx Fur Handling Workshop
At this Workshop you will be given a demonstration of proper care / skinning / fleshing / and boarding techniques from the field to the fur market. (Species may change due to availability)
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Cost $25 (Youth 16 and under FREE)Â
Date: November 21
Time: 12:30-5:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
Snow Machine Winter Survival Workshop-FREE
Alot can happen out in the Alaska wilderness when you're breaking trail, exploring areas or just running your line. Come join us as we cover basic maintenance, prior to heading out, and what basic gear you should be traveling with in the event of a breakdown or getting stuck in deep snow or overflow. We will also discuss basic winter survival, proper attire, cold weather injuries, and temporary shelters.
Date: November 22
Time: 12:30-5:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
December
Snow Machine Winter Survival Workshop-FREE
Alot can happen out in the Alaska wilderness when you're breaking trail, exploring areas or just running your line. Come join us as we cover basic maintenance, prior to heading out, and what basic gear you should be traveling with in the event of a breakdown or getting stuck in deep snow or overflow. We will also discuss basic winter survival, proper attire, cold weather injuries, and temporary shelters.
Date: December 5
Time: 12:30-5:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
Predator Hunting/ Calling/ Night Vision/ Thermals Workshop
At this Workshop we will discuss different techniques and tactic's of hunting predators in Alaska, types and differences of mouth and electronic calls, different types of weapons used and why, basic furbearer care after harvest, types of night vision and thermals that are available, and Alaskan rules and regulations pertaining to night vision and thermal use.
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Coffee and pastries will be provided
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Cost: $25 (Youth under 16 FREE)
Date: December 12
Time: 12:30-5:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
January
Youth Muskrat Colony Trap Building Workshop-FREE
Date: January 9
Time: 12:30-5:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
Bring your young trapper and learn about the life cycle of muskrats, how they are used in the fur market, the basics of catching them, and build a colony trap that you will be able to take home and use during the season.
General Meeting: Wolf and Wolverine Gear
January we will discuss wolf and wolverine gear. These are two of the strongest and toughest fur-bearers that we chase; having the proper gear is paramount to have your catch still there when you run your line. We will discuss different techniques of strengthening your gear and properly setting it.
Date: January 19
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
General Meeting: Wolf and Wolverine Gear
January we will discuss wolf and wolverine gear. These are two of the strongest and toughest fur-bearers that we chase; having the proper gear is paramount to have your catch still there when you run your line. We will discuss different techniques of strengthening your gear and properly setting it.
Date: January 21
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
Youth Muskrat Colony Trap Building Workshop-FREE
Bring your young trapper and learn about the life cycle of muskrats, how they are used in the fur market, the basics of catching them, and build a colony trap that you will be able to take home and use during the season.
Date: January 23
Time: 12:30-5:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
February
General Meeting: Otter Trapping & Conibear Safety
February we will discuss otter and conibear safety. These are the funnest fur-bearers to chase, in my opinion. You never know what they are going to do or when they are going to come back through. We will discuss different types of sets and habitat pertaining to the state. Ever been bit by a coni? This is the place to tell your story!
Date: February 16
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
General Meeting: Otter Trapping & Conibear Safety
Date: February 18
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Wasilla, VFW
February we will discuss otter and conibear safety. These are the funnest fur-bearers to chase, in my opinion. You never know what they are going to do or when they are going to come back through. We will discuss different types of sets and habitat pertaining to the state. Ever been bit by a coni? This is the place to tell your story!
Fur Rondy Fur Auction & Hide and Horn
Join us for the time honored tradition of Alaskan trappers selling their beautiful furs! This year is the 30th anniversary of the South Central Chapter of the ATA facilitating and managing the fur auction. Join us for a special celebration!
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ADF&G Hide and Horn follows the fur auction on March 7.
Date: February 27-28
      March 6-7
Time: 12:00-3:00
Where: Anchorage
March
Sportsman Show
Come see us at the Anchorage Sportsman Show!
Date:Â March 5-7
Time: TBA
Where: Anchorage
April
Matsu Outdoorsman Show
Come see us at the Matsu Outdoorsman Show!
Date: April 9-11
Time: TBA
Where: Menard Center, Wasilla
General Meeting: SCCATA Year in  Review
SCCATA Year in Review is an opportunity to look back at our successes and plan for the next year!
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Come and share your thoughts and be a part of the future of SCCATA!Â
Date: April 20
Time: 6:30-9:00
Where: Eagle River, VFW
End of the Year Banquet
Join us for a fun evening of raffles, door prizes, food, and fellowship. Â
Date: April 24
Time: TBA
Where: Wasilla, VFW