You don't want to ever put the bait ON the trap or you will be catching and turning loose vultures and hawks.

check out this link for some more info.

http://www.trapperman.com/trapperman/basic_sets.htm

The standard dirt hole set will take opossum, coon, coyote, or fox.

The pocket set in the water is a great set for coon, mink, and even muskrats.

Good luck!

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Originally posted by Gilley:
when you guys set legholds for coon do you bury them or just set them with some bait on them?