The United Trappers of Kentucky,Inc. shall exist
for purposes which are educational and charitable in nature. Its primary
activity shall be the enrichment of the outdoor experience of its
members,this objective is to be achieved through public
education,cooperation with groups of common interest,youth
mentoring,training seminars, and other means. It shall be the purpose of
the United Trappers of Kentucky,Inc. to represent the interests of all
Kentucky trappers in regards to legislation and/or regulation,whether
favorable or otherwise.Likewise, it shall be at all times work with the
Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources,seeking to bring
about the most equitable and effective trapping methods possible,to
maximize the trapping experience for the trappers of Kentucky.It shall be
the purpose of the United Trappers of Kentucky,Inc. to work towards
educating the public,news media,and public officials as to the necessity
and value of regulated trapping as a wildlife management tool,and as a
rich outdoor experience.Likewise the United Trappers of Kentucky,Inc.
shall express a desire to work with the Kentucky Department of Fish and
Wildlife Resources in conducting trapper training as a regular portion of
the Hunter Safety Training.Further,the United Trappers of Kentucky,Inc.
shall undertake a structured program of regular seminars for the purpose
of improving the skill level and effectiveness of Kentucky
trappers,regarding the proper methods of trapping,snaring and fur
handling