(Engineer & Model: Javelis from Lake County) How does one carry multiple traps into a marsh without it dragging and getting caught in the brush? Enter Javelis from Lake County to offer wisdom and guidance. She strung several small traps together via a colorful and durable rope strap that formed the Trapper Purse. And let [...]

(Engineer: Carly from Kane County, Model: Yours Truly) How does one plan to record good times and educational videos of WEL summer adventures? Ponder no longer, we have a solution for you! This glorious idea sprang to life with a single sports recording device but nothing to mount/attach it to. Enter Carly from Kane County [...]

With all the heavy lifting that is required for trapping, hauling, wrangling, and working up turtles daily. Why not add an exercise challenge to keep things interesting? Ladies and gentlemen, I introduce the SOFT-SHELL SQUAT CHALLENGE! For every soft shell turtle caught and worked up within the county I join that day, I will complete [...]

This very cute and lovable Map turtle from Cook County swam its way into the 'Best Turtle of the Week' position! It enjoys holding hands and long swims in the water.