Rankin’s Traps and Furs

09/06/2026

As many people in our community know, sweet little Bryce was recently involved in a terrible accident. He is currently being treated in Boston and has a long road of recovery ahead of him. His parents and sister are right where they need to be, by his side. We want to do our part to help raise money and alleviate any financial burdens they may face in the future.

We are selling raffle tickets for a fully guided 2027 Bear Hunt here at Gunsmoke Lodge. There will be 200 tickets available at $20 each. The winner will choose between a bear hunt over bait or with hounds.

100% of proceeds will go directly to Bryce’s family! Tickets can be purchased by check, cash, or Venmo. This family has been shown so much love and support, we hope it continues on!

If you’d like to help out in more ways, there is a GoFundMe page available and other small fundraisers in the area happening.

09/05/2026

Tom Miranda's "Back on the Trapline" in this Maine Black Bear Trapp...

09/04/2026

If you’re hunting or trapping bear in Maine be sure to save the gallbladders. They are valueable and l will buy them . Call for information if needed . Good Luck To All !!!
Steve Rankin
Rankin Traps and furs
#207-491-2917

09/01/2026

Maine's Bear Trapping season starts tomorrow. Watch my full length video - the Who-What-Where-Why&How of black bear trapping. Watch shorts here on FB and the Feature Length video Adventure Bowhunter on youtube. Please Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoNH6DMD7K4

07/31/2026

I just wanted to let the bear trappers know, I will be going to my camp in Ashland in a week or so, delivering trapping supplies. I don’t mind meeting off 95 exits or at my camp. Save money on shipping.
Crit-R-Done bear snare delivery system
Replacement cables.
Bait bags
Anise call lure
Call or text #207-491-2917

07/08/2026

Attention, bear hunters and trappers:
We are stocked and ready for this season.
Crit-R-Done bear snare delivery systems
Replacement snares
Bait bags
Anise bear call lure
Also buying bear galls

06/04/2026

12/24/2025

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!

10/23/2025

BUYING BEAR GALLS!!!
This will be my last trip north for this season. I am working out a schedule, if you want to meet me along the way or in Ashland area, please contact me A.S.A.P.
I am heading up Saturday(Nov 1st) and coming back Sunday (November 2nd) and will be buying galls through November out of my Lexington shop location.
Steve Rankin
#207-491-2917 (cell)

10/02/2025

Perseverance payed off! Something’s in life don’t come easy. This bear has been my husband’s nemesis since the first of the season. Critter done and a homemade snare, handmade lock!