Back Country Taxidermy
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Salem, WI
Taxidermists in Kenosha County, Wisconsin
Hunters in Kenosha County have access to local mounting services in the Salem area. Whether you are tracking whitetails in the Bong State Recreation Area or bringing back waterfowl from the nearby lakes, finding a reliable professional is necessary to preserve your harvest. Local taxidermists here understand the anatomy of Wisconsin big game and the specific requirements for federal migratory bird mounts.
Back Country Taxidermy in Salem is currently available to handle work for local sportsmen. This shop provides a convenient option for those who do not want to haul their trophies into Milwaukee or across the state line. You can coordinate directly with the professional to discuss shoulder mounts, European mounts, or custom tanning for your hides.
1 taxidermist in Kenosha County
Serving Salem.
Using taxidermists in Kenosha 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.