Sure, wood can be quiet if you let it be. I'd start with a low‑profile box, cut from a single piece of cedar so there’s no joint noise, then line the bottom with a thin layer of felt to soften any impact. Cover it in bark and leaves, finish with a natural oil so the edges are smooth, and set it up where the wind isn’t channeled directly over it. It won’t roar, it’ll just wait for the right footfall. The trick is keeping the lid tight enough to stay sealed, but easy to pop open when the time comes. I’ll bring the tools and the patience—no wind should know a trap is lurking.

Sounds good. I'll shave the lid down until it slides in and out like a lock, keep the edges flush so no sound escapes. You’ll monitor the breeze, and when the path’s still, you flick it open. Quiet as a whisper. Let's build it.

All right, I’ll bring the cedar, the felt, the oil, and the fine notch for the lock. I’ll finish it so the lid sits flush, no chatter. When you say it’s quiet, I’ll flip the switch and let the trap hold its breath. Silent as a cat. Let's get to work.