How to set a rabbit snare
Rabbit Snare (Drag Snare Set)
Once you have rabbit snares, it is simple to set up to catch rabbits. Whether hunting for dinner or just trying to stop your garden from getting ruined; setting up the snare is the most important tool against rabbits. Using this method is one of the cheapest and simplest methods of catching rabbits. Keep in mind that a snare is intended to kill. Also, different sized animals require the loop diameter to be different sizes and to be placed at different heights on the game trail.
· Step 1
Find a good rabbit habitat. This is usually in tall grass, bushes or brush. Look for a well defined rabbit trail in this area. Search for rabbit tracks or areas that have obviously been walked through by small animals. If you are trying to get rid of rabbits from your property, and not hunting them, then pick out the area where you've seen the rabbits repeatedly and look for a trail.
· Step 2
Follow the rabbit trail until you find the most narrow part of the trail.
· Step 3
Find a tree limb or branch (at least 4 feet long). Your snare will be tied to this, so make sure that it is strong. Cut the limb/branch off at an angle. The angle cut will ensure the limb/branch is easy to shove into the ground.
· Step 4
The snare end will need to be long enough to wrap around a few times to the middle of your limb/branch and twist the end tight to lock in place, and also to reach the area where you want the snare. Just make sure the wraps and twists are tight enough not to slide on the limb/branch.
· Step 5
Drive the sharp end of your branch deep into the ground in the area you've selected to snare the rabbit. Place the snare in the narrow area you found on the rabbit trail. Position the large loop so that the rabbit's head will enter the loop while traveling the trail. The snare loop should be about 3-4" from the ground. The snare should be hanging from the branch, and the correct amount of snare end will ensure the snare stays at the correct length from the ground.
· Step 6
Find a few twigs around the area. Push the twigs into the ground surrounding the snare, but not in front of it. The twigs will funnel the rabbit into the snare opening.
IMPORTANT
Be responsible! Check your snares daily to avoid possible suffering from the rabbits. Avoid areas that contain pets, and follow local snaring laws.
Make sure the trail you choose is heavily traveled. The narrowest spot in this trail will ensure the rabbit has to go through the snare.
Be careful if rabbit is still alive when you go to remove it. They can injure you with their teeth and claws.
Set the loop diameter for the type of animal you hope to catch. The loop can be adjusted larger or smaller to suit the type of animal desired.
Once you have rabbit snares, it is simple to set up to catch rabbits. Whether hunting for dinner or just trying to stop your garden from getting ruined; setting up the snare is the most important tool against rabbits. Using this method is one of the cheapest and simplest methods of catching rabbits. Keep in mind that a snare is intended to kill. Also, different sized animals require the loop diameter to be different sizes and to be placed at different heights on the game trail.
· Step 1
Find a good rabbit habitat. This is usually in tall grass, bushes or brush. Look for a well defined rabbit trail in this area. Search for rabbit tracks or areas that have obviously been walked through by small animals. If you are trying to get rid of rabbits from your property, and not hunting them, then pick out the area where you've seen the rabbits repeatedly and look for a trail.
· Step 2
Follow the rabbit trail until you find the most narrow part of the trail.
· Step 3
Find a tree limb or branch (at least 4 feet long). Your snare will be tied to this, so make sure that it is strong. Cut the limb/branch off at an angle. The angle cut will ensure the limb/branch is easy to shove into the ground.
· Step 4
The snare end will need to be long enough to wrap around a few times to the middle of your limb/branch and twist the end tight to lock in place, and also to reach the area where you want the snare. Just make sure the wraps and twists are tight enough not to slide on the limb/branch.
· Step 5
Drive the sharp end of your branch deep into the ground in the area you've selected to snare the rabbit. Place the snare in the narrow area you found on the rabbit trail. Position the large loop so that the rabbit's head will enter the loop while traveling the trail. The snare loop should be about 3-4" from the ground. The snare should be hanging from the branch, and the correct amount of snare end will ensure the snare stays at the correct length from the ground.
· Step 6
Find a few twigs around the area. Push the twigs into the ground surrounding the snare, but not in front of it. The twigs will funnel the rabbit into the snare opening.
IMPORTANT
Be responsible! Check your snares daily to avoid possible suffering from the rabbits. Avoid areas that contain pets, and follow local snaring laws.
Make sure the trail you choose is heavily traveled. The narrowest spot in this trail will ensure the rabbit has to go through the snare.
Be careful if rabbit is still alive when you go to remove it. They can injure you with their teeth and claws.
Set the loop diameter for the type of animal you hope to catch. The loop can be adjusted larger or smaller to suit the type of animal desired.
