Trapping a raccoon

[Quiet.evening]

Hi everyone, this is where I could post a message, so here goes: best method of raccoon trapping, please? Currently attempting with a live trap and bait, and it snuck the bait without springing the door, clever beast. It’s probably after the barn chicks, but we can’t keep the doors closed. I’d shoot it but don’t have a .22.

[Dorel]

Did the raccoon take the bait from behind the trap or did it have to reach over the trigger from the front?

[Vergas]

just putting this out there.
there are trappers that will take care of your problem.
just ask around.
I know of one.. but not sure if he is still trapping
plus they have their area. therefore ask around,

also.. just a suggestion.
I would cover the trap so he can't reach in to get the bait,
so he has to go in..
it might your trap???
set it up and see if it goes off??
if not. Make the adjustments , and try again..
you should get him

hope this helps