Winter sand traps work better than Leatherman-style traps when temperatures fall below freezing. The collection tubes in the Leatherman-style sand traps can freeze in place, making measurement impossible until warmer weather arrives. The winter sand trap is designed to work when the ground is frozen; it is entirely above ground.

Moving sand passes through the trap opening and collects in a fine mesh inner sleeve. (An inexpensive and efficient inner sleeve is pantyhose.)

The winter sand traps are anchored by rods inserted in the ground before it freezes. We often set up several traps with openings facing different directions to measure both the amounts and direction of sand movement.

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