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How to Use a Trail Camera: Choose, Use, Troubleshoot (13 Guides)

Trail Camera Guides

Trail cameras are great cameras to see what’s been visiting your backyard. Because they are motion-activated, they’ll shoot when there is something there, but not fill your SD card with boring footage. These guides will teach you how to use a trail camera.

They can be set up remotely, via a cellular connection. Or monitored in person every few months.

Here’s how to choose and use your trail camera:

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