R.L. Mercantile & Trading Post

08/15/2026

"You bring bear bait down a lot, must be lots of action."

*The action*

08/14/2026

Doe tags were announced today. DONT FORGET TO ACTUALLY PURCHASE THEM.

08/13/2026

While most people would be hesitant about teaching a class on the skill that pays their bills, I've always believed that my character is what keeps the customers coming in, and that competitors are a blessing to the local economy.

If you'd like to see in person the process of which I am soft tanning furbearing pelts- November 8th is your chance!
Please reach out with any questions and fill out the form below to sign up! This class will only have 10 spots.

https://form.jotform.com/261057287382058

08/13/2026

Making the trip out to Western Maine for the day. Who's going to be there??

08/12/2026

If you were wondering... YES we will be working with Kevin at Makson Meats again this season!

Tag em'
Drop em'
Pick em up ready for your freezer! All in one spot!

This year's cut sheet is a little different. A per pound price to make it a little more fair for the little deer.
There's also an option to have him simply cut the cuts, and you package them yourselves!

10 weeks till youth day!! 🤙🤘

08/11/2026

One season deep into tanning wall hanger quality pelts for my fellow sportsman/women...

I have so much to learn. So many things I could adjust just slightly for a better product. So when the opportunity arised to get a little into Sam Hennes head before this second season, of course I took it!
If you haven't found him on Facebook, I highly suggest you do! If you're looking for some top quality knowledge- order his book!
Sam Henne Hide & Fur

Always learning, always getting better. Because thats what Maine hunters and trappers deserve from me.

08/10/2026

Dont forget!!!
Just one month away from the Maine Trappers Association fall sportsman Rendezvous!

There will be a kids section this year with a handful of fun furbearer knowledge activities!
Still looking for vendors and sponsors!

08/10/2026

Coffee and eggs have been restocked! 🥰

08/10/2026

As of tomorrow, Etsy will be booting us from the site.
The good news is, we will continue to attend events, sell out of our shop here in Vassalboro, and sell through our website!

The website has 80% of our inventory uploaded right now, and we take the time to list things like coyotes individually so that you can pick out the exact one you want for your next fur project!
I will be working on more tail keychains this week to upload as well.
You can also find an updated tannery price list on the website.

Even more exciting news.. we have two boxes of fur shipping out to Amber Rose Ferrall today so that we can offer quality fur apparel like headbands, earmuffs, leg warmers, and more! Stay tuned for those!

Explore outdoor skills classes, hunting gear, and more at R.L. Mercantile & Trading Post in Vassalboro, Maine. Find quality gear and expert guidance today.

08/04/2026

I've uploaded tons of our fur stock onto the website.

We ship all over and are happy to accommodate any additional photos, measurements, or videos of fur that you may need to help make your decision! :)

We list our coyotes individually, because every coyote is so unique, we want you to be able to really pick out which one you want.
**More coyotes coming soon.

If youd like to see these furs in person to pick one out, please give us a call and come on by to the shop!
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