Dates for up coming events:

Our Annual Rendezvous will be held at the Ocala Youth Conservation Camp.

7325 NE 170th Ave., Silver Springs, FL 34488

Pack up the family and join us for a few days of fun, fellowship, and learning. We have scheduled a variety of sessions to help you improve your skills, meet your mentors,  and make new friends. There are a limited amount of cabins available but you can also tent camp or bring your RV (no hookups)

Florida Trappers Association will provide Lunch and Dinner on Saturday and light breakfast snacks and Coffee. We look forward to you joining us this year!

You are welcome to arrive on Thursday after 2 pm. The dinner will be potluck on Thursday PM!

This is an election year, and as a member, we encourage you to attend and vote. Ballots will be mailed soon. We will have several exciting door prizes this year for those attending.

Don't forget to bring your raffle tickets and a friend!

Sponsorships are available! If you or your company is interested in sponsoring a meal or activity, we would gladly provide a shout-out at the event and on our social media pages. Sponsorships available from $100 - $500 - contact our Secretary, Jeanene for information 813-789-0904

Click below for the schedule to be posted soon

Note: Board of Directors Meeting will be held on Sunday morning. 

    
Join Trapper Helm for monthly python trapper training workshops from August 2025 through January 2026 in Naples, Florida. These workshops are fundraisers for the Florida Trappers Association, with proceeds going directly to support and educate trappers. Each session is limited to 5 participants, ensuring a hands-on experience. 

Discount Lodging Available:

· Staybridge Suites, 9401 Triangle Blvd, Naples, FL 34113

· Hampton Inn & Suites, 5146 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL 34113

For more information, call 239-919-6438. Pricing: Members $105, Non-Members $150.
The training includes two nights of fieldwork (Friday 7 PM to Sunday AM), approximately four hours per night, transportation during training, and a black long-sleeve logo shirt. Register at 

https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/python-trapper-training-workshops

This is a great introduction for youth and beginners.  This training will cover the basics of trapping; box traps, snares, reading animal tracks, baiting and the release of non-target catches.  Training will then move on to skinning and cleaning any animals caught.  Proper fur handling techniques will be taught as well as fur trapping ethics & all participants will be educated on Florida laws and regulations. This is a fun and rewarding weekend of trapping & fellowship.

( participants allowed: 20 youth including participating guardian & 15 Women  )

**All participants 16 years & older must have a  Valid Florida Trappers License.** 

Photos from 2025 training

Youths 18 & Under are Free and must be registered by leaving an email including "Name, Address & Phone"  to FloridaTrappersAssociation@gmail.com

For others please use the Payment Button below or send a Check and note with "Name, Address, Phone & Email" to the Address below.

This training is made possible through a generous grant from the  

Bonifay, Florida - This is a fantastic hands-on, event with demonstrations and the opportunity to learn from some of the best! You will have ample opportunities to try your hand at skinning, fleshing, and of course trapping! The use of Live traps, footholds, and snares will be taught.  Proper fur handling techniques will be taught as well as fur trapping ethics & all participants will be educated on Florida laws and regulations. This is always a great and rewarding extended weekend of hands-on trapper training and fellowship with nice folks. 

( participants allowed: 25 ) 

 **All participants 16 years & older must have Valid Florida Trappers License.**  

*****NO PERSONAL FIREARMS PERMITTED*****

National Trappers Assoc. Convention and Outdoor Show

Harrisonburg, VA July 17-19,2025