Hi mate
Good on you for doing a bit of mink trapping! Ive done a lot of it in the past and still do a bit at present....
Ive always prefered using fresh rabbit or game or fish, simply chopped into portions suitable for the trap. But as you say these need changing every 3 days in the summer, but can often last a fortnight in winter.
However I do know a cheaty method that is very cheap and works very well indeed... next time your at the supermarket or general store, buy a few pots of that sandwich spread of a fish flavour... there are a few good ones like salmon, shrimp, tuna, ect... all good! But before you use them, you must leave them OPENED (but with lid placed on gently) in a warm place for at least 24 hours, so they start to stink, i often leave in work vehicle, much to the disgust of any passengers lol!!
To use, simply spread a little bit onto the back of the trap and both sides of the trigger plate.... dosent need much!! One small jar will last a fair while, and the 'value' ones retail for only about 40-50p!
Hope this helps, and please let me know how you get on... ive caught many with this method, and though i dont think it is quite as aluring as natural prey species as bait, it may be just the thing for you.
All the best
Dogs
