Lakeside Taxidermist

Taxidermist in Hermitage, Missouri

(417) 745-63741090 Hwy 64, Hermitage, MO 65668View on Yelp

About Lakeside Taxidermist

Lakeside Taxidermist is based in Hermitage, Missouri, a small Hickory County town sitting right alongside Pomme de Terre Lake, one of the region's best-known fishing destinations. That waterside location makes this shop a natural fit for anglers looking to preserve a trophy catch from the lake. The shop serves a community where fishing and hunting are woven into daily life, not just a weekend hobby. Customers from across Hickory County and beyond bring their specimens here knowing the shop understands local wildlife firsthand.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Given the shop's proximity to Pomme de Terre Lake, fish mounts are a major part of the work here, covering bass, walleye, and catfish that anglers pull from those waters regularly. Trophy deer mounts are equally common, with Hickory County producing solid whitetail each season. Bird mounts, including wild turkey and waterfowl, round out the typical workload for a shop in this part of Missouri. Skull cleaning and antler mounting give hunters more affordable display options when a full mount isn't in the budget.

Service Area

Lakeside Taxidermist serves Hermitage and the broader Hickory County area, including customers from Wheatland, Pittsburg, and communities around Pomme de Terre Lake. Anglers and hunters from neighboring Polk and Camden counties also make the trip for work on their catches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you mount fish caught from Pomme de Terre Lake?
Absolutely. Bass, walleye, crappie, and catfish from Pomme de Terre are common requests at this shop. Bring your fish in fresh on ice or frozen solid, and the taxidermist can walk you through skin mount and reproduction options.
What's the best way to transport a fish for mounting?
Keep it wet in a cooler with ice, not dry ice, and get it to the shop or into a freezer as quickly as possible. Avoid wrapping fish tightly in plastic before freezing, which can flatten fins and damage the appearance of the final mount.
Do you offer habitat displays for mounted fish or animals?
Many taxidermists offer habitat displays that place your mount in a naturalistic setting, such as a bass breaking the surface or a turkey in a woodland scene. These add visual impact and work well for display cases or commercial spaces like lodges.
How long does a fish mount typically take to complete?
Fish mounts generally take 3 to 8 months depending on the shop's current workload and the complexity of the mount. Reproduction mounts sometimes move faster since they don't require working with the actual fish skin.
Is Hermitage far from other taxidermists in the region?
Hermitage is a rural community, and having a local taxidermist means you don't have to make a long drive to Bolivar or the Springfield area. For hunters and anglers in Hickory County, keeping business local also means faster communication and easier pickup.
Can I get antlers mounted without doing a full shoulder mount?
Yes, antler-only mounts on a plaque or European-style panel are a popular and more affordable alternative to shoulder mounts. They work especially well for hunters who want to display multiple racks without taking up a lot of wall space.

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