North Carolina Trappers Association, Inc.

                                                                              
Welcome to the official website of the North Carolina Trappers Association, Inc.

Purpose
The North Carolina Trappers Association (NCTA) is a fraternal, non-profit organization that was estab­lished in 1972.  It's main purpose was and is to unite the state’s trappers to help address the anti-trapping movement, to assist the NC Wildlife Resources Commission in its management and conservation of wild furbearer species, and to work toward the common goal of preserving and promoting responsible trapping in North Carolina.

Goals
Along with preserving and promoting responsible trapping, some of the NCTA’s goals are:
     - To establish responsible trapping seasons and fair, impartial laws for the harvest
     - To train trappers in proper trapping methods, safety, and woodland skills
     - To develop better relationships between landowners and trappers
     - To promote the conscientious use of renewable natural resources
     - To help conserve our wildlife and to preserve their natural habitat