Hunt's Trophy Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Madisonville, Louisiana

(985) 630-6830258 Galatas Rd, Madisonville, LA 70447View on Yelp

About Hunt's Trophy Taxidermy

Hunt's Trophy Taxidermy is located in Madisonville, Louisiana, a charming river town on the Tchefuncte River where it meets Lake Pontchartrain's North Shore. The name signals a focus on the trophy side of the craft, which means attention to posing, facial expressions, and the kind of finishing details that separate a wall piece you're proud of from one that just hangs there. Madisonville draws sportsmen from Mandeville, Covington, and St. Tammany Parish broadly, an area known for its active deer hunting culture in the piney woods just north of the lake.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Hunt's Trophy Taxidermy focuses on delivering finished mounts that hold up as genuine showpieces, with shoulder mounts and European skull mounts for deer being among the most requested services in the St. Tammany Parish market. Fish mounts, both skin and reproduction, are well-suited to a location this close to Lake Pontchartrain and the many freshwater lakes and rivers feeding into it. Turkey and waterfowl mounts are also popular given that the Northshore region supports solid populations of both. Antler mounting on plaques or custom wood panels gives hunters an affordable alternative when a full shoulder mount isn't in the budget.

Service Area

Hunt's Trophy Taxidermy serves Madisonville and the surrounding St. Tammany Parish communities, including Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell. The studio's Northshore location makes it a natural fit for hunters and anglers across the Lake Pontchartrain basin. Clients from across the causeway in the Greater New Orleans area also travel to the Northshore for quality trophy work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose between a shoulder mount and a European skull mount for my deer?
Shoulder mounts give you the full dramatic look with the neck, face, and antlers all preserved together, while European mounts show just the cleaned skull and antlers. European mounts are more affordable and take up less wall space, making them a popular choice for hunters with multiple trophies.
What should I do with a deer cape while I'm driving home from a hunt?
Keep it out of direct sunlight and as cool as possible during transport. If you're more than a few hours from home, pack it in a cooler with ice or head to a meat processor who can hold it refrigerated until you can get it to the taxidermist.
Does Hunt's Trophy handle turkey mounts?
Turkey mounts, including full strut poses and fan mounts, are common requests in the Northshore area where turkey season draws serious attention each spring. A fan-and-beard mount is a popular lower-cost option that displays well without requiring the full bird.
How far in advance should I book a mount before deer season?
Reaching out before the season opens is smart, since studios can fill up quickly once deer are coming in. Getting on the schedule early also means you can drop off your cape as soon as you have it rather than worrying about storage.
Can a taxidermist fix an older mount that's starting to look worn?
Yes, restoration work is something many taxidermists offer, including repainting fish mounts, replacing deteriorated glass eyes, and re-finishing hide areas that have dried out. The extent of repair work depends on how far the original mount has degraded.
Are reproduction fish mounts as realistic as skin mounts?
Modern reproduction mounts have become extremely realistic and in many cases are preferred over skin mounts for their durability and color accuracy. They don't fade or shrink over time the way skin mounts can, and the fish can be released at the water before the mount is even ordered using length and girth measurements.

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