Even if they were to multiply the small yearling rats would not bring much $ this year unless he waits till very late in the season. Trappers are sportsmen too & most hate to waste an animal. If I was doing the trapping my first inclination would be to wait until the fur the animal is contributing with his death is worth something. But if he's in MY pond I want him out ASAP!
Usually a GW has to be very careful with recomendations so this guy must be of good character which means he's someone you can trust on your prop.
So it's to both your advantages to work out a compromise but more so yours than his.
I think you done good Bretski offering $5.00 per rat. He would prob. have settled for gas money or less.
You show your high character by offering him that much!
