TaxidermyXTaxidermist in Lowell, Michigan
Last Flight Waterfowl Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Lowell, Michigan, run by passionate hunter and taxidermist Travis McLeod.
The studio focuses exclusively on waterfowl and upland bird taxidermy, aiming to recreate your trophy birds exactly as you imagined.
They specialize in birds only, concentrating on waterfowl and upland birds for hunters who want lifelike, full-body mounts.
They offer full-body bird mounts in flying and standing poses, along with select plaque-style turkey mounts.
Travis has practiced taxidermy since age 12, learning from his father’s 30+ year taxidermy business and spending years doing waterfowl work for friends before launching Last Flight Waterfowl Taxidermy.
Reviews describe his work as artistic, competition-focused, and extremely realistic, reflecting meticulous attention to feather detail and natural poses.
Pricing is listed per bird with example rates such as $500 for many ducks and upland birds, $550 for sea ducks, $695–$995 for geese, $900 for sandhill crane, $1,200 for turkey, and $1,950 for swan, with a $200 deposit due when you place an order and at least $200 required for full-body turkey mounts.
Specific turnaround times are not stated, but reviewers note quick service and say the wait is worth it, so you should contact the studio directly for current timelines.
Flying mounts include a driftwood piece or wooden panel, standing mounts include a simple rock or driftwood base, and you can arrange drop-off, mail delivery, or local pickup under special circumstances, with additional custom habitat or services available for extra fees.
Customers consistently praise the mounts as beautiful, durable, and incredibly realistic, often calling Travis the best waterfowl taxidermist in the area.
Reviewers describe Travis as professional, personable, and passionate, noting that he listens closely and delivers mounts that match each hunter’s vision.
Themes in reviews include quick or reasonable turnaround, strong loyalty from repeat clients (many with multiple birds mounted), and customers traveling back to him even after moving away.
Located in Lowell, Michigan, Last Flight Waterfowl Taxidermy serves hunters in the greater Grand Rapids and broader Michigan region who want specialized bird work.
You should contact the studio directly to discuss your bird, confirm pricing and deposits, and arrange drop-off, shipping, or pickup details.
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