How did mikmaq hunt beavers?

The Mi'kmaq people traditionally hunted beavers using a combination of traps and hunting techniques. They often set up wooden traps, known as beaver traps, in areas where beavers were active, such as near their dams or lodges. In addition to trapping, the Mi'kmaq would also use firearms or bows and arrows to hunt beavers directly, especially during the winter months when the animals were more easily accessible on the ice. Their hunting practices were deeply tied to their understanding of the environment and sustainable resource management.