I haven't measure my loops but I would guess they are between ten and 12 inches across and about 2 feet above ground.
As with most trail snaring. Height isn't critical. Place a thin twig just under the bottom of the loop and the animal will lift it's head to avoid the twig and he'll hit the snare dead on.
Better to be a bit low and use a twig then to catch a Deer. Speaking of Deer, a dead sapling placed horizontally just above your loop will almost eliminate that possibility. It's worth doing if there are Deer using the same trail.
Just try to keep you time on site and your movements to a minimum while making your set. Have everything you need before approaching the place you intend to set.
One last thing. If you can find a place where they are passing through a clump of small willows or berry bushes, it is one of the better places to set.
The many branches help to disguise your snare and funnel the animal.
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