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The NMTA Summer rendezvous will be June 13-14, 2025

Location - Mountain View Christian Camp, Alto NM

Join us today with an annual or lifetime membership to stay up to date with the latest in NM trapping news.


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Dang it! You missed the 2025 Rendezvous!

Our next event will be the fur sale in March, 2026 in Estancia NM.  Join us today with an annual or lifetime membership to stay up to date with the latest in NM trapping news.

Summer Rendezvous June 13-14, 2025

What:

Trapping Demos

Food

Kids events

Silent Auction

Trap Setting Competitions

Fun for the whole family!

Where:

180 NM 220, Alto, New Mexico 88812, United States

2025 Rendezvous flier

Join the NMTA now!

2025 fur sale

The 2025 NMTA fur auction was better than expected for cats and very poor for coyotes.  Thank you to all of the members and the buyers who supported the NMTA at the sale!   

Fur Sale Results

2024 Fur Sale Averages (JPG)

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2025 NMTA Fur Sale Results (JPG)

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Fur Handling Tips

How to skin coyote with feet on for wall hangers

A detailed demo on skinning out feet and claws for wall hangers.


Note: Coyotes and fox skinned with feet left on the pelt brought significantly higher prices at last year's fur sale.

Coyote Fleshing - How I do it

 This shows Medicine River Outdoors fleshing setup, tools and basic method. Simple process that just takes a little time and energy. 

Boarding and Drying Coyotes

 Shows Medicine River Outdoors simple process for boarding and drying coyotes on wood stretchers. 

How to Grade Coyote Fur

 Learn how to grade coyote furs with Greg Schroeder from Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. From analyzing guard hair to understanding what causes rubbing in various habitats and environments, this is a deep dive into learning more about what separates one pelt from the rest.  

How to skin and flesh a coyote

 Our friend Greg Schroeder from Fur Harvesters Auction Inc. takes us through the process step-by-step to ensure your finished fur looks top-notch. 

Make Higher Profit from Bobcat Pelts! Part 1

 Part 1 of a 2 Part series on finishing your Bobcat Pelts to maximize the return from your efforts this trapping season. Make your bobcat skins "POP" off the fur stretcher following Ed's method of doing the Arizona Spread with his bobcats. 


Note: Ed is a good friend of the NMTA, please consider supporting his business, Kansas Trapline Supply!

Make Higher Profit from Bobcat Pelts - Part 2

 Part 2 of bobcat pelt handling covers not only turning the pelt but making the pelt shine! Ed shows you how to make "The Arizona Spread" with the turned pelt to make your fur more valuable and appealing to the fur buyer. This step is also important if you want to tan your bobcat.  Sit back and join Ed in his fur room.


 Note: Ed is a good friend of the NMTA, please consider supporting his business, Kansas Trapline Supply!

How Much is a Coyote Fur Worth?

 Do you know what a coyote fur is worth? How about a bobcat fur? Fred and the family head to a fur auction in Colorado and chat with an expert on what makes a good pelt.  

Rendezvous June 13-14, 2025

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    2025 Rendezvous Flier (JPG)

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    Support the People who support the nmta

    Texas Trappers and Fur Hunters Association

    TTFHA, Texas Trappers and Fur Hunters Association

    The TTFHA is a great supporter of the NMTA and all of our events.  Please consider joining their association!

    Fur Takers of America

    Fur Takers of America, FTA

    All trappers should be members of the FTA.  The NMTA and FTA partner on many issues going on today in NM.

    National Trappers Association

    NTA, National Trapper's Association

    All trappers should be members of the NTA.  The NMTA and NTA partner on many issues going on today in NM.

    Idaho Trappers Association

    Idaho Trapper's Association, ITA

    The Idaho Trappers Association is one of the most active and proactive associations in the West.  They have supported the NMTA a great deal over the past few years.  Please consider joining their association.  They also publish a great magazine which comes with membership.

    Derrick's Lures

    Derrick's Lures, Wayne Derrick

    Wayne and Dana Derrick produce some great lures and always support trapping and the NMTA.  Give em a try!

    Adrian Romero's Fine Art

    Adrian Romero, Art

     American artist Adrian Romero was born and raised in Central New Mexico. Adrian's passion for art started at an early age when a best friend he grew up with drew every chance they got. 

    Adrian specializes in trapping art and supports the NMTA in a variety of ways each year.

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