The quality of fur at the 39^th annual Thompson fur tables was higher than last year.

 

That’s according to the president of the Manitoba Trappers Association, who said that there seems to be more crafters and other people who want to be involved, and that groups like the hotel association and Chamber of commerce have really stepped up to help the event succeed.

 

According to statistics, marten accounted for 80% of all exchanges, with the average price being around $60.

 

The marten pelts accounted for $276,000 of the estimated $307,000 value of all 6,000 pelts at the event.

 

Organizers say they expect the 40^th Fur Tables next year will be even better, as they expect trappers to have more time as the event will take place closer to Christmas.