Moore, Warren G., 2005 - 2010

Sub-Series — Box: 2, Folder: 5

Staff Only

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Scope and Contents

Warren G. Moore was interviewed by Nancy Freeman on October 5, 2005 in Soda Springs, Idaho.

Subseries contains correspondence, research and interview notes, interview transcripts, biography, release form, interview questions, photographs, publications, his obituary, and audio files of the interview.

Dates

2005 - 2010

Creator

Moore, Warren G. (Interviewer, Person)

Biographical / Historical

Warren G. Moore was born in Soda Springs, Idaho on November 15, 1922. After graduating high school, Moore was drafted into the United States Army and served from 1943-1945 in the Pacific Theatre of World War II. Upon returning to Idaho, he got a job in the mines until health reasons forced him to find a job outdoors. Moore ran his own ranch and began trapping for the Idaho Fish and Game Department. Then from 1964-1984 Moore trapped for Wildlife Services and upon retirement trapped privately. Moore was married twice and has two children. He passed away in Soda Springs, Idaho on February 12, 2011.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.1 linear feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Abstract

Warren Moore reminisces about his past work for Wildlife Services, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Idaho Fish and Game Department. He reminisces about his experiences as a government trapper in predator control (primarily coyotes and beaver) and the different methods used including traps, snares, lures, and aerial hunting. Moore talks about his experiences with animals, various Wildlife Services, and livestock protection.

General

Restriction note: "The only restriction is that I would like section 26:34 to 27:00 restricted for 10 years from the dated of the signing of this release." Warren Moore signed the release on October 29, 2015. Project\Trapper Records