Trail cameras give us an simple edge in terms of studying extra in regards to the sport we
hunt. But these models come at a value, and defending our worthwhile funding from sticky-fingered forest thieves has sadly grow to be a reality of life. Commercial lock bins and cable techniques could be pricey, and aren’t at all times suitable with particular models.
Here’s a DIY different that’s simple to assemble and efficient. Best of all, it’s cheap.
Materials:
• 1 ⁄8′′ plane cable (2 metres)
• 1 ⁄8′′ aluminum sleeves (2 items)
• Padlock
Tools:
• Hammer
• Wire cutters
Project time:
5 minutes
Cost:
$8.89 together with tax (2 metres of cable and 6 pack of sleeves — padlock not included in value).
1 ⁄8″ cable is an effective dimension to work with and will get the job carried out. Feel free to upsize, however match the sleeve to the cable you’re working with.
Method
Step 1:
If your path cam has a plastic via slot or enclosed strap sleeve within the rear, run one finish of the plane cable via it, stopping on the midway level. (If none are discovered in your unit or the wire received’t match, skip this step.)
Step 2:
Thread one finish of the cable via an aluminum sleeve, forming a 1- to 2-inch loop earlier than threading it again via the adjoining sleeve gap. (If you will have bother threading the cable into the sleeve, trim a clear edge with the wire cutters).
Once threaded, place the wire and sleeves on a strong floor (an previous patio stone works nicely) and use a hammer to crimp the sleeve shut by hitting it firmly.
Repeat this step with the opposite finish of the cable and a second sleeve.
And that’s all there’s to it.
After attaching your path digicam to a tree, the plane cable could be wrapped across the trunk and secured with a padlock via each finish loops. If your cam has a via gap “lock” latch on the aspect, merely thread the padlock via this receptacle in addition to each cable finish loops. (Use this technique in the event you omitted Step 1).
Give this path digicam lock a go this season. After utilizing this easy technique for quite a lot of years, I’ve but to expertise theft or tampering.
Originally revealed within the Fall 2020 subject of Ontario OUT of DOORS journal.
Justin Hoffman is an out of doors author, photographer, and YouTuber primarily based within the Ottawa space.
You can discover his trove of path digicam compilations and nature movies right here.