DCHP-3

snow trap

North, Obs.
DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

Entry from the DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

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1n.

a fox trap built of blocks of snow and baited, the fox jumping in after the bait but being unable to jump out again.

Quotations

1856
Now, then, what say you to going farther out on the river, and making a snow trap for white foxes?
2n.

a number of trees, bushes, etc. left standing to trap drifting snow. See quote.

Quotations

1962
Lots of it will be left for cover, not primarily for game birds but because it is needed for shelter for his stock, for snow traps for moisture and to control run-off. But the wildlife will greatly benefit.