Taxidermists in Isabella County, Michigan

Isabella County offers varied terrain for deer and small game hunters, with the flatlands near Mount Pleasant giving way to rolling woodlots in the west. When you bring down a mature buck or a spring tom in this part of Michigan, you need a local professional who understands the anatomy of Midwestern game. Having a reliable mount helps preserve the memories of a successful season spent in the local hardwoods.

There are currently two taxidermy services listed in Isabella County, both located in the Blanchard area. The Wildlife Gallery is one of the available options for hunters looking to get work done after a hunt. These shops provide specialized services to ensure your trophy is handled correctly, whether you are dealing with a standard shoulder mount or more complex custom work.

2 taxidermists in Isabella County

Serving Blanchard.

The Wildlife Gallery

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Blanchard, MI

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Hooks & Tines Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Isabella 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.

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