Hilde Wildlife Studio

Taxidermist in Clarkston, Michigan

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(248) 625-27609328 Cherrywood Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348View on Yelp

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About Hilde Wildlife Studio

Hilde Wildlife Studio serves hunters and collectors in Clarkston, Michigan, a community surrounded by Oakland County's rich hunting grounds and wooded lake country. With a perfect 5-star rating, this studio has earned the trust of local sportsmen looking to preserve their most meaningful harvests. Clarkston sits close to state game areas and premier whitetail habitat, making quality taxidermy a genuine need for the area's active hunting community. If you've taken a trophy worth keeping, this studio is worth calling.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Hilde Wildlife Studio offers full taxidermy services covering the needs of Michigan's hunting and fishing seasons. Shoulder mounts are the most requested service, capturing the head and neck of deer, elk, or bear on a detailed form with hand-set glass eyes. Fish mounts, whether cast reproductions or skin mounts, preserve the color and detail of a prized catch from nearby lakes like Lobdell or Woodhull. Bird and small game mounts are also available for waterfowl hunters working the Oakland County marshes.

Service Area

Hilde Wildlife Studio primarily serves Clarkston and the surrounding Oakland County communities, including Waterford, Independence Township, and Lake Orion. Hunters and anglers from across the greater Detroit metro area also make the drive to work with quality local taxidermists in this region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after harvesting my deer should I bring it in?
You should get your deer to the taxidermist as quickly as possible, ideally within 24 hours if refrigerated. Avoid skinning past the shoulders if you're getting a shoulder mount, and keep the cape cool and dry to prevent slippage.
How long does a typical deer shoulder mount take to complete?
Most shoulder mounts take between 4 and 9 months depending on the studio's current volume and drying time requirements. Michigan's fall hunting season creates a natural rush, so dropping off early or off-season can sometimes mean a shorter wait.
Can you mount a fish I caught on a local Michigan lake?
Yes, fish mounts are a popular service for anglers fishing Oakland County's many lakes. You can bring in the actual fish for a skin mount, or provide accurate measurements and photos for a painted reproduction mount that holds up better over time.
What's the difference between a skin mount and a reproduction fish mount?
A skin mount uses the actual fish's skin stretched over a form, while a reproduction is cast from a mold and hand-painted to match your fish's coloring. Reproductions tend to be more durable and don't fade as much, though many anglers prefer the authenticity of a skin mount.
Do you offer skull cleaning services for deer or bear?
Many Michigan taxidermists offer European skull mounts, which involve cleaning the skull and whitening it for display. It's a popular and more affordable alternative to a full shoulder mount, and the result looks striking mounted on a wall or plaque.
How much does taxidermy typically cost in the Clarkston area?
Pricing varies by service, but deer shoulder mounts in Michigan generally run from $400 to $650 depending on the studio and complexity. Fish and bird mounts are usually priced by size, and full body mounts cost more due to the additional labor and materials involved.

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