Expressions Of Wilderness

Taxidermist in Berne, New York

(518) 295-8624134 Pickett Hill Rd, Berne, NY 12023View on Yelp

About Expressions Of Wilderness

Expressions Of Wilderness is based in Berne, New York, a small town in Albany County tucked into the Helderberg Escarpment region. This area is known for excellent deer hunting and turkey seasons, making local taxidermy services a natural fit for the community. Hunters returning from the Catskill foothills and surrounding state forests frequently need quality preservation work done close to home. If you're looking for a taxidermist who understands the upstate New York hunting culture, this is a provider worth calling.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Expressions Of Wilderness handles the kind of trophy preservation work that Helderberg-area hunters rely on after a successful season. Whitetail deer mounts are a core offering, which typically includes skinning, fleshing, preserving the hide, and mounting it on a form to capture a natural pose. Fish mounts, bird mounts, and skull cleaning are also common services in this region where turkey, trout, and bass are popular harvests. Customers can usually discuss custom poses and habitat-style displays to make each mount a one-of-a-kind piece.

Service Area

Expressions Of Wilderness serves customers in Berne and the broader Albany County area, including neighboring towns like Rensselaerville, Knox, and Westerlo. Hunters and anglers from across the Helderberg and northern Catskill regions also make the trip here for quality preservation work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I care for my deer before dropping it off for a mount?
Keep the hide cool and avoid cutting into the area around the neck and shoulders, since that's the part used for a shoulder mount. If you can't deliver it the same day, freezing the whole head and cape is the safest option.
How long does a typical deer shoulder mount take?
Most taxidermists in this region work through a backlog that builds up during fall hunting season, so expect anywhere from six months to over a year for completion. It's always worth asking for a specific timeline when you drop off your specimen.
Do you work with fish caught in local Catskill streams?
Yes, fish mounts are a popular service for anglers fishing the streams and reservoirs in the region. You can choose between a skin mount using your actual fish or a reproduction mount, which is cast from a mold and painted to match your catch.
Can you mount birds like turkey or pheasant?
Bird mounts require careful handling from the moment of harvest, so proper field care is critical. Most taxidermists can do full body bird mounts or fan mounts for turkey tails, and they'll walk you through how to wrap and freeze the bird right after the hunt.
What does skull cleaning involve?
Skull cleaning removes all soft tissue from the skull to leave a clean, dry bone display. Methods vary and include beetle cleaning, boiling, or maceration, each producing different results in terms of whiteness and detail preservation.
Is a deposit required when I drop off my specimen?
Most taxidermy studios do require a deposit upfront, often ranging from 25 to 50 percent of the total cost. This helps cover materials and secures your place in the work queue, especially during the busy fall season.

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