Boar Blanket’s innovative design — especially when compared to traditional systems — allows landowners to act faster and with fewer resources, especially during hog trap installation. A proper boar blanket trap setup gives you the upper hand in controlling feral hogs efficiently and with confidence. Our post on Boar Blanket vs Pig Brig hog trap setup provides a deeper breakdown of these advantages.
Feral hogs are one of the most destructive invasive species in the United States. Costing landowners an estimated $2.5 billion annually in crop damage, property destruction, and disease transmission, they’ve become a national crisis — especially across the South and Midwest. Ranchers, farmers, and land managers are under increasing pressure to act fast and control entire sounders before they scatter.
H og trap installation for traditional traps like cages and remote drop traps often require hours to install, weeks to condition, and frequently miss the mark by only catching 1 or 2 pigs. That’s where Boar Blanket changes the game. With the ability to set up in under an hour, this passive net system gives you a fast, scalable, and effective solution for full-sounder capture — even in remote terrain with no cellular signal.
Whether you’re dealing with your first infestation or rotating traps between properties, here’s exactly how to get your Boar Blanket net trap deployed and working — fast.
What You’ll Need for Your Boar Blanket Trap Setup
- 1x Boar Blanket trap net (included)
- 8 steel T-posts (7-foot recommended) – not included
- T-post driver – not included
- Mallet or hammer – not included
- Measuring tape or pacing method
- Gloves, safety eyewear (recommended)
- A level clearing at least 25 ft wide
Important tools for hog trap installation: T-posts, drivers, and hammers are standard tools at most ranch supply stores and are not included with the Boar Blanket system. See full list on our product specs page.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
For a full perspective on the trade-offs between conventional cages and net systems like this one, check out our comparison post on cage vs net hog traps.
Step 1: Establish Your Perimeter
Boar Blanket makes this easy with built-in measuring tools just for hog trap installation. A proper boar blanket trap setup starts with getting your spacing and posts exactly right View complete kit contents on the product specs page.
Begin by marking a center point using a stake or ground flag. Then use the included measuring strap to evenly space eight T-posts in a 20-foot diameter circle. Each post should be placed approximately 8 feet apart around the circumference of the net trap area.
Secure each post by driving it deep enough so that 5 feet remains above ground. This ensures proper net positioning and tension during deployment.
Pro Tip: For extra stability, install ground anchors 5–6 feet behind each post. These anchors provide additional hold under tension.
Step 2: Secure the Net Structure
Slide the integrated post sleeves over the top of each T-post. This will align the net’s eight stainless steel rings at the correct height (5 feet). These rings reduce fatigue and form the main support system of the trap perimeter.
Next, use the removable cable seam woven into the net to reinforce the continuous double-layered structure. This seam ensures the trap maintains shape, resilience, and containment integrity.
If the cable seam is lost or damaged over time, a built-in rope seam is pre-installed and ready to be used as a permanent backup.
Step 3: Fine-Tune Tension for Optimal Capture
Want to know what happens after setup? Check out our post on how to know when to drop the net.
Using the supplied cam buckle straps and carabiners, begin tightening the outer perimeter rope. This eliminates slack and ensures a firm net profile.
Then, adjust the three inner ropes:
- Cap Rope (63′)
- Mid-Level Rope (44′)
- Inner Rope (31.5′)
These components allow for site-specific fine-tuning and help contour the net to uneven terrain.
Finally, engage the inner cable system—a 1/8” stainless steel 7×7 wire rope—designed to gently pull the net inward toward the center, creating a naturally tapered containment zone.
This setup phase ensures optimal trap form and tension. With a clean boar blanket trap setup, your net is now structurally sound and ready for conditioning Conditioning and baiting will follow once net installation is fully complete.
Step 4: Bait the Center
We cover best baits and field-tested attractants in our guide on top baits for hog trapping [link to blog post on bait selection].
Place corn or other attractant at the center of the net circle. Ideal baits:
- Whole or soured corn
- Diesel-scented grain
- Commercial pig attractants
Bait daily if needed until activity becomes consistent.
Step 5: Monitor for Readiness
Signs you’re ready to drop the net:
- Clear signs of feeding every night
- Tracks or scat in the trap area
- Consistent camera footage (if used)
Once ready, release the net to the ground. It now acts as a tapered barrier — pigs push under to feed, and can’t escape.
Why Boar Blanket Trap Setup Matters
Hog trap installation that takes hours to assemble delays results and burns daylight. That’s why a streamlined boar blanket trap setup saves you time and increases sounder-level success rates With Boar Blanket, you can:
- Respond quickly to new hog activity
- Rotate traps between properties in a single day
- Reduce the labor and fuel costs of hauling heavy cages
And because it’s a passive system, there’s no need for batteries, cell signal, or live monitoring.
FAQs About Boar Blanket Trap Setup
How many people are needed for setup?
One person can complete the hog trap installation, but two makes post driving and net tensioning easier.
Can it work on uneven terrain?
Yes — the flexible net and 8-post system can adapt to light slopes.
How long does it really take?
Experienced users have reported setups in as little as 45 minutes. First-timers can expect under 1 hour.
Do I need cameras?
No — Boar Blanket works without electronics. That said, game cameras can help confirm sounder behavior. Learn more in our post on how to know when to drop the net [link to blog post].
Ready to Deploy?
You can order your trap or check full specs on the Boar Blanket product page. Want to learn more about hog trap installation? Compare our system to cage traps or read how we stack up vs Pig Brig.