Rut Country Taxidermy

They work on big game, small game, birds, exotics, and trophy skulls and antlers.

You can choose from shoulder mounts, life-size mounts, soft-tan work, skull and antler mounts, and bird mounts, often with custom bases or panels.

The owner began doing taxidermy as a hobby in 2008–2009, went full time in November 2013, and has operated the studio full time with his wife since summer 2015.

They emphasize detailed, artistic mounts that capture lifelike poses rather than rushing work.

They publish a detailed 2025–2026 price list with example prices such as around $800 for deer shoulder mounts, $1,500 for elk shoulder mounts, $1,400 for turkey mounts, and structured pricing for exotics, small mammals, birds, antler mounts, and skull mounts, and they require at least a 50% deposit on all work.

They focus on reasonable turnaround times and accurate lead-time estimates while requiring timely pickup, with completed mounts expected to be picked up or arranged within 15–30 days.

They offer habitat bases and panels, assist with caping trophies and directions to the shop, and can help connect you with domestic and international hunts.