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Benefits of Membership
in the
North Carolina Trappers Association

  • WHAT IS NCTA?
    A fraternal, non-profit organization, the North Carolina Trappers
    Association (NCTA) was established in 1972.  Its main purpose was and is to unite the state trappers to help combat the anti-trapping movement, to assist the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, and to work toward the common goal of preserving and promoting trapping in NC.

 

  • GOALS OF NCTA?
    Along with preserving and promoting responsible trapping, some of NCTA's goals are:
    1. establishing reasonable trapping seasons and fair and impartial laws for the harvest of furbearing animals.
    2. training trappers in proper trapping methods, safety and woodland skills.
    3. developing good landowner/trapper relationships.
    4. the wise use of our natural renewable resources.
    5. the conservation of our wild animals and the preservation of their natural habitat.

 

  • What does the NCTA Have To Offer You?
    1. chance to shape the future of trapping in NC through a powerful, united voice.
    2. monthly magazine The Trapper & Predator Caller to inform members of NCTA developments as well as national news and general trapping tips, stories, etc.
    3. A membership card that identifies you as a trapper.
    4. NCTA T-shirts, decals, hats etc. may be purchased.
    5. An annual Rendezvous and yearly trapping awards.
    6. An opportunity to actively participate in the efforts to promote better trapping in NC.
    7. MUCH - MUCH - MUCH MORE!!!

 

  • What Does NCTA Need From You?
    1. Your membership allows the NCTA to be an effective representative of the state trappers.
    2. Your ideas and opinions on upcoming trapping seasons and legislation.
    3. Your time and effort to support and promote the various NCTA proposals which will be submitted to the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and state legislative bodies.