John,

Lots of great info above that I will not repeat other than a properly bedded trap takes more time than you think if you are new at it. I will advise to go ahead and buy one of the 2" auger bits that will fit in a portable drill to make dirt hole sets with. Goes a lot faster and lets you have time to bed. Also, google the term "night latching" and get you a file and do that to whatever trap you buy. Need 2 sets of gloves - one for setting/bedding the trap and one for baiting the trap. Small detail but important. I went with the No BS Lures traps and love them.

Don't give up, don't ever give up!