Bollini's Taxidermy Studio
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Godfrey, IL
Taxidermists in Madison County, Illinois
Madison County taxidermists provide local options for mounting deer taken along the Mississippi River bluffs or waterfowl harvested near the regional reservoirs. Most shops in this area handle standard shoulder mounts for whitetails, though some also offer specialized work for waterfowl and small game. Having a local professional nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest quickly while the cape is fresh.
There are currently three taxidermy services listed across Dorsey, Edwardsville, and Godfrey. Whether you are coming back from the woods near Worden or the bottomlands by the river, you can find a shop like Bollini's Taxidermy Studio to preserve your trophy. These craftsmen understand the specific build of midwestern deer and can help with everything from skull cleaning to full life-size displays.
3 taxidermists in Madison County
Serving Dorsey, Edwardsville, Godfrey.
Log Home Taxidermy
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Dorsey, IL
Wild Outdoor Taxidermy
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Edwardsville, IL
Using taxidermists in Madison County
A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.
What to ask before you commit
- What is your current turnaround time, in months?
- Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
- What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
- Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
- How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?
What it usually costs
Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.
Timing matters
Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.