Millsap, Blue, 2006 - 2010
Scope and Contents
Blue Milsap was interviewed by Diana Dwyer on June 28, 2006 in Bridgeville, California.
Subseries contains correspondence, research and interview notes, interview transcripts, biography, release form, interview questions, photographs (including a cd of his personal photographs), and audio files of the interview.
Dates
- 2006 - 2010
Creator
- Millsap, Blue (Interviewee, Person)
Biographical / Historical
Blue Millsap was born in Scotia, California on January 10, 1951 and lived his entire life in the state. After graduating from high school, he spent three years in the U.S. Army and seven years in the logging industry before starting his career as a government trapper. Millsap has worked for various state and federal agencies including Wildlife Services and enjoys hunting and ranching. Millsap and his wife Rosemarie were married in 1970 and have three children.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.1 linear feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Abstract
Blue Millsap reminisces about his current and past work as a trapper for various state and federal government agencies including Wildlife Services, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). He talks about his experiences in wildlife management (primarily with mountain lions and feral swine). The use of traps, trained dogs, bait, and lures is also discussed.
Creator
- Millsap, Blue (Interviewee, Person)
- Dwyer, Diana L. (Interviewer, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the National Wildlife Research Center Archives Repository