Trappers and hunters perform some or all of the following duties:

• Set traps and use firearms to harvest fur-bearing animals or game during regulated seasons
• Skin, stretch, and cure pelts to meet industry quality standards
• Monitor wildlife populations and track animal movements and behavior
• Maintain trapping lines, equipment, snowmobiles, and remote cabins
• Keep records of harvested animals and comply with legal quotas and regulations
• Respond to predator control requests to protect livestock or public safety
• Assist wildlife authorities with disease monitoring and ecological management
• Transport harvested animals or pelts to processing or auction facilities
• Work in remote wilderness environments under extreme weather conditions

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• No formal education is strictly required.
• Completion of a provincial Trapper Education Course is mandatory.
• A valid Provincial Trapping License is required.
• A Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) is required for firearm use.
• Special permits may be required for wildlife control or contract work.
• Strong physical stamina and wilderness survival skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently in remote and harsh environments is required.
• Knowledge of wildlife behavior, safety practices, and environmental regulations is important.
• Income may vary based on market conditions and self-employment opportunities.