Thanks for the reply...i am using earth anchors to secure trap or a drag. The stake I read about is just a burnt stake around 1 1/2" thick by 12 or 14" long drove in ground a little bit to keep it from being moved with trap in front of it. I think im gonna give it a try! I talked to another guy that has been catching several coyotes lately using charred wood and said its the only catches he is getting! I have only caught with dirt hole sets so far but want to try a few different sets