TaxidermyXRidings Taxidermy
Taxidermist in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Big Game
Fish
Birds
Small Game
Exotic
PetsAbout Ridings Taxidermy
Ridings Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, owned and operated as a one-man, full-service shop by licensed taxidermist Jack Ridings.
You work directly with Jack for every project, from initial consultation through final pickup, including game animals, birds, fish, pets, and specialty work.
The studio provides full-service taxidermy with a strong focus on both traditional game mounts and pet preservation.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Bear
fish
birds
- • Ducks
small game
- • Bobcat
- • Red fox
- • Raccoon
exotic
pets
Animal Mount Details
Ridings Taxidermy handles big and small game, birds, fish, and pets, with the added distinction of offering skillful pet preservation not found elsewhere in the area.
Jack offers shoulder and full-body mounts, European-style skull work, rugs, and mounts with custom habitat bases and lifelike floor dioramas.
Jack brings over 35 years of skilled experience and holds Pennsylvania state and federal licensure, personally completing all work himself.
He emphasizes creativity, natural presentation, and attention to detail, listening closely to your requests and striving for perfection in each mount.
Pricing & Turnaround
Reviews describe the pricing as good and competitive for the quality, and the studio encourages you to call for current rates and project-specific quotes.
Customers report good turnaround times and clear expectations, with appointments scheduled in advance and longer projects completed on a timetable they consider appropriate and worth the wait.
In addition to mounts, the studio offers bear rugs, tanning, skull cleaning and bleaching, handcrafted leather apparel, and elaborate habitat bases and diorama-style floor displays.
What Customers Say
Reviewers consistently praise the realism and workmanship of the mounts, calling them beautiful, detailed, creative, and excellent for both game and pets.
Customers highlight Jack’s professionalism, honesty, respectful handling of beloved animals, and good communication throughout the process.
Reviews describe reliable, timely turnaround and strong overall satisfaction, with many people recommending Ridings Taxidermy and planning to return with future work.
Find Out More
Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Ridings Taxidermy serves hunters, anglers, and pet owners from the local area and surrounding region.
Call ahead to discuss your project, confirm availability, and schedule an appointment to visit the studio.
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