Red O’Hearn will be joining other famous trapping experts at the 60th Annual Trappers Convention and Outdoor Expo which will be held at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba, Michigan on July 15 and 16, 2022.
O’Hearn is from Iowa where he started trapping as a youngster and continues to this day. He has trapped in many differentstates and consistently puts up unreal capture numbers.
Seasons with catches of over 1000 raccoons, 350 beaver, and 150 mink are common for him. He serves as Director for District 1 of the Iowa Trappers association and does his best to promote the sport.
O’Hearn will be giving a demonstration focusing on mink and raccoon trapping when he takes the stage at this event. He will be in the lineup of famous trapping experts, including: Jeff Dunlap, Sarah Gomez, Ed Schneider, Jeff Hagerty, Bob Steinmetz, Ryan Koivu, Mark June, Al Dubord and others.
A complete listing of presenters and their biographies and pictures can be found by going to www.uptrappers.com and selecting “Convention” from the top menu or “Convention Information” and scrolling down the page. There is also a link to the schedule of events listing the times and dates for all of the demos. As with all presenters, O’Hearn will stress legal, humane means of capture along with safety and sportsmanship in the field.
“We are pleased to have Red returning to Escanaba,” said Randy Johnsen, local trapper and member of U.P. Trappers. “He does a great job of teaching his methods, techniques and tips. Also, he willingly engages the audience with dialog and Q and A. Anyone attending his demo is sure to learn a lot!”
Convention hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. (All times EDT). Along with the educational sessions, this family friendly event offers many things to do and see. Some of your favorite vendors and tailgaters will be selling and trading wares. This includes not only trapping supplies but the latest outdoor sports gear, crafters, quilters, unique jewelry, fishing supplies, etc. Food will also be available for purchase.
“It will be a great place to see what’s new in the trapping and outdoor gear world and to stock up on supplies,” said Ken Buchholtz, member of U.P. Trappers. “Many vendors offer great ‘convention special’ prices with no shipping charges.”
There are also activities for kids, including free fishing, pellet guns, archery, raffles, and games. (All kids’ events are adult supervised.) Other raffles, games, and contests (with prizes) will be going on for all as well. The hugely popular Friday Night Fish Fry again will be held. Reservations are needed. Please contact Roy Dahlgren at (906) 399-1960 or trapperroy@outlook.com for reservations.
Admission is only $10 for both days; youth 12 and under are free. Camping is available on the grounds.
Lodging should still be available in the beautiful Upper Peninsula, but be aware that room reservations fill up quickly during this event. For more information, please contact Convention Coordinator Roy Dahlgren at (906) 399-1960 or trapperroy@outlook.com. Or visit www.uptrappers.com and click on “Convention” or “Convention Information.”
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