The best bat trap in the world.

Ultra portable forest strainers.
Composed of aluminum with stainless hardware, no parts will ever rust. Individual locks hold your choice of line and unlike other designs, our trap requires absolutely no knots. The G5 harp trap deploys and completely collapses in minutes. This trap is a true one person setup, there is no need to tilt the entire trap to reach the top. Yet fully deployed, the top of our G5 Forest Strainer can reach 12' above the ground. No tools required for assembly. Unlike other systems, hang or move this trap anywhere without parts (like legs) prematurely disengaging. All quick connect pins are leashed to the trap. Telescoping legs are permenantly attached to the columns for faster setup and fewer parts. All machined fittings for no ugly welds. Due to demand, we have expanded our shop facilities to increase availability and we will ship around the world, though expect some delay during busy summer months.

Stop wrestling your trap.
Using a trap that requires a wrestling match to tension tightly? Old designs require substansial upper-body strength to apply tension to the 140-odd lines forming the 6' wide trap. With the G5, this gripe is a thing of the past. The G5 Harp Trap is the first and only bat harp trap that incorporates mechanically geared columns. Simply expand the trap semi-taut, then winch the trap into final tension with just two fingers. A child can tension this trap. Once you have used the G5 Trap, you will never go back to manually spreading lines again. No other trap in the world offers mechanical tensioning.

The bag difference is clear.
Our bag is made from a single piece of heavy duty ungrippable vinyl material. Easily cleaned by setting it up and hosing with soap and water. Drainholes are incorporated to prevent unwanted bat swims. A center baffle restricts bats from simply flying out of the bag. An additional removable baffle bar insert allows bats to rest while waiting for inspection instead of flailing about. The baffle bar restricts bat flight even more and keeps bats easy to reach. Other designs have you reaching up under unnecessary plastic flaps to pry a bat out of a corner and exposing your forearm to, shall we say, unsanitary conditions. Included is an easy to carry storage bag oversized enough to stuff with many extra goodies. Includes 8# line and instruction manual. Machined and sewn in the U.S.A.

Forest Strainer
72'' w x 50'' (min)-90'' h (max). Maximum catch area: 45 square feet. Weight: 28 lbs. Includes clear catch bag, head protector sleeve, and trap carry bag.
Price: $950.00 + $40 shipping in USA

International buyers: please write jchenger@batmanagement.com with your FULL SHIPPING ADDRESS for a complete quote.

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Due to the potential misuse of this device we may respectively ask for your state wildlife collecting permit number. This device is not intended for pest control and may be against state and federal laws if used in that application.

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