Simple Survival - Make a Figure 4 Animal Trap

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A good trap, but difficult for the beginner to balance properly. The log is held up right by notches in the wood, see the circle above for an idea of how to notch it, and it all rests on a base. The idea is when the animal takes the bait, the notches move and the log falls, killing the animal.