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 Note
The Alberta Trappers' Association is a seperate entity from the Trapper/Public Education, Humane Trapping Trust Fund (HTTF), and Alberta Trappers' Compensation Program (ATCP).
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 Overview
Alberta Trappers' Association vision, mission, principles, and more.
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 Vision
We see an Alberta where the harvesting of wild furbearers is an ongoing, respected management activity that helps to ensure the continuation of this part of Alberta's heritage, culture, and identity.
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Mission
As an association, we will promote the harvesting of wild furbearers in a humane and sustainable manner thereby benefitting the wild fur resource and all of Albertans.
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Values & Principles
As one of the main stewards of the wild furbearers resource, we believe the following:
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Animals should be treated with respect and compassion.
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In respecting and following the laws and regulations that govern wild fur harvesting privileges in this province and in ethical behavior that goes beyond mere adherence to these laws.
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Fur harvesting can be a useful and effective wildlife management tool in the maintenance of healthy and abundant wildlife populations in balance with the natural environment and society's acceptance of those populations and that we should protect fur-bearers by reacting to calamities.
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In supporting efforts to protect endangered and threatened species.
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In operating within the context of sustainable wildlife management where fur harvesting and the activities of fur harvesters contribute to the viability of wildlife populations.
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In assisting all sectors of our society in responsible animal control measures where human and animal conflicts occur.
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In making full, wise and careful use of the resource.
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In cooperation and the creation of partnerships with all users of the resource.
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In recognizing that trappers are accountable for their actions and responsible for their behavior.
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That fur harvesting encompasses a wide variety of experiences that involve traditional, social, cultural, family and personal values with regard to our use of the land and our relationship with the natural environment.
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Membership
Licensed trappers can become a member through an annual fee. This fee supports the administration costs to the organization and provides special benefits to members. Associate, family, or corporate memberships are alternative options to become a member. Similar benefits apply under all categories of membership. As a member you will receive four copies of the “Alberta Trapper” magazine per year.
The Alberta Trappers' Association represents over 2,000 registered and resident trappers in the Province of Alberta.
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Supply Store
To serve its members the Trapper Supply Store situated at #2, 9919 – 106 Street in Westlock, Alberta sells a large variety of traps, snares, lures, and accessories. The store also provides a consignment service for selling goods such as tanned pelts, moccasins, slippers, mukluks, and gloves. All of the merchandise sold in the store, whether it's the stores’ or consigned, is available through our catalogue which you can receive upon request or download online. You can order supplies by phone and shipments can be arranged according to your instructions.
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ATA Magazine
The Alberta Trappers’ Association publishes this magazine on a quarterly year basis. The magazine is mailed to members informing them of various current issues and concerns trappers face. Trappers are encouraged to send stories, pictures, and anecdotes about trapping experiences and life on a trapline. The classified ads provide a service to members wishing to sell items that are of interest to other trappers.
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Fur Depot
Housed in the back part of the Alberta Trappers' Association building is the fur receiving depot. Here trappers can bring their furs for shipment to various Auction Houses. Occasionally, the depot may purchase specific furs through an agreement with other fur buyers.
Trappers can ship their fur to various auction houses.
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Fur Tanning
The depot will be pleased to handle your furs to be tanned. Fees for tanning are required when the furs are delivered. The depot will obtain the necessary export permits and will advise you when furs are returned for pick-up. A schedule of tanning fees is available upon request. Furs submitted for tanning must be dried and properly formed, otherwise spoilage might take place. We will not be responsible for improperly prepared pelts.
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INFORMATION
Overview