How to Make a Thick Snare

The snare is a piece of cordage or wire with an anchor point and a noose to trap game. Building the snare is a simple process with natural cordage and plant fibers. Building a thick snare requires simple braiding to increase the diameter and strength of the string. Thin snares are best used for small game and neck holds because the thin diameter cuts into the skin and strangles the animal. Thick snares are ideal for leg holds and large game animals such as deer or hogs. The large animals will struggle violently, and the string must hold the animal without breaking.

Things You'll Need

  • 3 strand of cordage
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Instructions

    • 1

      Obtain three strands of rope, twine or plant fiber to construct the snare. The thick snare will have roughly the same diameter as your forefinger. Thicker snares are possible, but larger diameters are less likely to hold tension and against the flesh.

    • 2

      Align the ends of each piece of cordage, and fold the ends to form a single loop. Hold the loop, and tie a double overhand knot with the loop to connect all three pieces of cordage.

    • 3

      Braid the three strands to form a solid piece of rope. Hang the loop on a tree branch, and hold the strands. Pass the right strand over the middle strand and under the left strand. Pull the left strand between the two, and repeat until you have a complete rope.

    • 4

      Hold the end of the braided rope, and fold it to form a loop. Tie a double overhand knot with the loop. Pass the initial loop through the braided loop to form the round snare. Anchor the initial loop, and set the round snare as the trap.