If you have an RFMA you already have a license. And with respect it's often the "old dogs" who think they know everything that often have much to learn. This mostly comes down to trapping attracts a certain type of personality that doesn't like to be told anything. Myself included. But step back and look at big picture. If by being educated and certified in humane trapping we are able to continue marketing our fur, and use it as ammunition in trade disputes, why wouldn't you? You can be the best trapper in the world but if there's no market for fur what good is it. I do totally understand the reluctance on the part of some for mandatory training but I'm a carpenter and I wouldn't wanted to have got my ticket by challenging the exam. My boss did that and I was teaching him stuff when I came back from school every year
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