Trails End Taxidermy

They handle a wide range of trophies, including North American big game, small game, fish, African game, and exotic species, with limited bird work for existing clients.

Available mount options include shoulder mounts, lifesize and half-body pieces with habitat, European and antler mounts, fish skin mounts and replicas, rugs, and select pedestal designs.

With 25 years in business and experience spanning local whitetails to global species, the studio positions itself as well versed in specimens from around the world.

They highlight consistent, high-quality, lifelike mounts and partner with specialist John Lind for high-end fish work described as some of the best in the Midwest.

Pricing is organized by species and region, with published examples such as whitetail and antelope shoulder mounts around $1,025, elk shoulder mounts around $1,700, lifesize black bear work starting around $4,000, many lifesize small game pieces at $1,500 with habitat, and fish mounts priced by the inch (for example, $30 per inch for skin mounts and $35 per inch for replicas).

They encourage you to call for detailed quotes—especially for high-end fish and custom pedestal or cabinetry work—and note that quality should take priority over finding the lowest price.

The studio offers custom habitat bases, lifesize pieces with integrated scenery, zebra rugs, finished decorative fawn mounts for sale, and an optional rush service that completes work in under a month for a 30% upcharge, plus they host an annual Big Deer Contest tied to the local hunting community.