Big Pine Guide Service, LLC

09/20/2026

Big Pine Guide Service, LLC wrapped up our 2026 Maine black bear season Saturday evening with the Belanger brothers, Mark and Paul. Their cohorts Bob and Rob were missed this year. Mark harvested this BEAUTIFUL sow. Incredible job being patient! Congratulations Mark!!!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our sports who continue to help make our guiding dream a reality! Their trust in us allows us to further foster the outdoor hunting heritage that we are passionate about. We are also beyond grateful to our family and friends who willingly lend their time and talent supporting what we love to do!

Anna RussoJay WhiteMark BelangerBob LachanceDoug MorinKevin MichaelDanielle LeaEdie-Dale DunlapPaul Belanger

09/20/2026

Ed scored Friday evening on this beautiful bear. He and his wife are looking forward to the bounty of his harvest. Ed and his wife will enjoy the entire bear from steaks to rendering the fat to tallow for cooking and skin care products. Congratulations Ed!Anna RussoJay WhiteDoug MorinBig Pine Guide Service, LLC

09/13/2026

Week 2 is in the books! The week had its share of memorable ups and downs. We are thankful it wrapped-up on a very high note! One of our hunters became ill and was forced to leave early. We’ve kept in touch and he shared he is making slow but sure progress. We also had the opportunity to set up our trap in hopes of Anna trapping her first bear. The bear activated the Crit-R-Done and we thought he was secured! This elusive thief managed to slip off the cable as well as pull up the tube and carry it off into the woods. You’ll see the strength these animals possess in our shared video. But here is where our success outweighs the challenges. 10-year old Westin, while keeping his father (Caleb) awake in the stand, harvested his first black bear! Talk about sweet memories for this dynamic duo. Two bears came into the site to feed. Only one of the bears presented an opportunity. Westin made an awesome shot and the bear expired very quickly within 15 yards of the barrel. Thanks to Dani and Kevin for assisting us in the very short and smooth recovery. Looking forward to next week’s crew.Anna RussoDoug MorinCaleb EulittDanielle LeaKevin MichaelJay White

09/11/2026

Today we remember and honor those who were lost on this day in 2001. Let’s not forget the strength and resilience that the people of this great country displayed and how we persevered. May God Bless America 🇺🇸 Anna RussoDoug Morin

09/04/2026

Chuck, aka “The Colonel”, scored his first bear and two nights later his good friend, Dennis, put the smack down on his first Maine black bear. Clark, the third amigo, set the tone harvesting his bear right out of the gate Monday evening. They refer to themselves as “The Old Geezers”; however, they are high energy and young at heart. These friends epitomize amazing people and talented hunters. CONGRATULATIONS!!Jason Michonski Jay White Anna Russo Doug Morin

09/01/2026

Congratulations to Clark from Massachusetts on his very first black bear. Clark is a retired meat cutter and avid deer hunter. He is looking forward to the tastes of his bounty!

08/30/2026

08/30/2026

It’s always refreshing to know the next generation will carry on our heritage and parents that are teaching them. We had a great group of friends in for yesterday’s youth bear hunt. Congratulations to Trevor on a great bear. Dawson and Weston may not have had the same success but did great in the stands! Thank you for coming to Camp Friday!!! We would also like to thank Dani and Kevin of Glowing Northwoods Guide Service for their assistance.

08/23/2026

Activity is steady on the sites. Looks like raspberries are starting to dry up. We are 1 week away from Youth Day!

08/17/2026

Hi everyone. As you can see our baits are active. We have 2 openings for the second week of hunting over bait. Arrive 9/6 and hunt for 6 days and depart on 9/13. As most of you are aware our hunts include meals and lodging transportation to and from the stands and field care of your harvested animal. Please feel free to contact me.