The Trapline Journal by Volk Furs
The Trapline Journal is the official blog of Volk Furs, built around authentic stories from the trapline and the traditions that continue to shape North America’s fur trade.
Here you’ll find fur market commentary, trapping tips and techniques, fur handling and processing knowledge, handcrafted fur product reviews, and insights into traditional fur sewing craftsmanship.
From wildlife conservation and sustainable fur harvesting to practical trapping knowledge passed down through generations, The Trapline Journal is dedicated to preserving the heritage, skills, and modern future of the fur industry.
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Defense of fur as a sustainable resource
For the better part of 3.5 years, I have been running Volk Furs through Etsy. This past April, Etsy announced a policy change that will ban the sale of fur on their website starting August 11, 2026. This announcement came as a shock to me, as my business has been growing on Etsy each year….
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Why I wear fur on my trapline and in everyday life
Fur was never really a part of my life growing up. I spent my summers fishing and my falls hunting when the temperatures were still mild enough that extremely heavy winter clothing wasn’t necessary. During the winter months, we switched to snowmobiles and wore the kind of gear built for riding — helmets, heavy parkas,…