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Trapping at carcasses

Coyotes come back to the remains of kills even if little is left but the hide and larger bones. These also are favorite places for them to leave urine scent posts and droppings. Trapping at carcasses can be effective when no other trap-set location can be found.
    Three or four trap sets placed in the vicinity of a carcass is a good place to target a problem animal. Because more than one coyote may be visiting the carcass, setting several traps may be necessary. It is common to catch more than one coyote at the same time.
    Set either dirt-hole or flat sets 30 yards or more away from a livestock carcass. Do not set traps too close to carcasses or other visible meat baits because scavengers, such as crows, turkey vultures and eagles, might be caught. Stake the carcass so the coyote cannot drag it away from the area.

 

Trapping in frozen ground

Most coyote problems occur in the spring and summer. If a coyote causes a problem in winter, it is usually a mature adult. Most of these coyotes are too wary to be caught in winter trap sets because they can smell the salt used to keep the soil above the trap from freezing.
If trapping when the ground is wet or frozen, carry in dry soil mixed with salt. One part salt to four parts dry soil is adequate in most winter conditions.
    Even when the weather is dry, it's a good idea to use salt when trapping in the winter. The trap may not work if rain or snow dampens the soil after the set has been made. A final thin layer of dry soil should be added over the soil and salt mixture.
    If snow covers the trap set, use a broom to wipe it away. Clear a circular area 5 or 6 feet across, and place the trap in the center. Dirt-hole sets are the best for snow conditions because the dug-out hole with the dirt strung over the snow appeals to coyotes.