Sarah setting colony trap in a great muskrat run | Dunlap LURES

We're showing you where and how to set up a trap with underwater bait to target muskrats. This simple trap is an easy and effective means to catch your fill of muskrat this winter. | MeatEater

This muskrat is on the move! Did you know muskrats are helpful to their aquatic communities? They harvest plants for food and shelter, creating open water for ducks, geese, shorebirds, and other wildlife. In addition, many animals —including snakes, turtles, and frogs use muskrat lodges to rest and nest in. | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service