Linda Sanders

Taxidermist in Mooresville, North Carolina

(704) 799-2521, Mooresville, NC 28115View on Yelp

About Linda Sanders

Linda Sanders offers taxidermy services in Mooresville, North Carolina, a fast-growing community in Iredell County just north of Charlotte on Lake Norman. Mooresville's reputation as a motorsports hub doesn't overshadow its strong hunting culture, and Iredell County's mix of farmland, hardwood ridges, and creek drainages produces good deer and turkey hunting each season. Having a local taxidermist in Mooresville means hunters on the north end of the Charlotte metro don't have to haul specimens long distances, which matters for hide and cape quality.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Linda Sanders provides taxidermy services for the local hunting and outdoor community in Mooresville. Deer shoulder mounts are the most common request in this part of Iredell County, requiring precise cape handling, hide preservation, and careful form selection to match the deer's original size and expression. Turkey mounts are also a staple given North Carolina's healthy turkey population across the Piedmont. Fish work from Lake Norman is another natural fit, as largemouth bass and striped bass are pursued seriously on the lake, and anglers often want a quality mount to commemorate a personal best.

Service Area

Linda Sanders serves Mooresville and the greater Iredell County area, including customers from Davidson, Statesville, Cornelius, and the Lake Norman communities. Her location makes her accessible to hunters and anglers from both the north Charlotte suburbs and the more rural areas of Iredell and surrounding counties.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I properly care for a Lake Norman bass I want mounted?
Keep the fish alive as long as possible, or wrap it in a wet towel immediately after harvest and get it on ice without submerging it in water. Freeze it in a natural pose, ideally on a flat surface, and deliver it to the taxidermist frozen for best results.
Does Linda Sanders accept work from hunters outside Mooresville?
Taxidermists in Mooresville typically serve customers from across the Lake Norman region and beyond. It's always worth calling ahead to confirm availability, current wait times, and whether they're accepting new clients for the season.
What should I look for when choosing a taxidermist in the Mooresville area?
Look at finished work if you can, whether photos or pieces on display, and pay attention to natural eye placement, skin tension, and color accuracy. A clean shop, clear pricing, and honest communication about timelines are also strong indicators of a professional operation.
Is there a best time of year to drop off a deer for mounting?
Most taxidermists see a surge of drop-offs during and right after deer season in November and December. Getting your cape in early in the season, or calling ahead before the season opens, can sometimes get you a better spot in the queue.
Can taxidermy be done on fish caught and released?
If you didn't keep the fish, a fiberglass reproduction is your best option. As long as you have good photos with measurements, a skilled taxidermist can create a painted replica that closely matches your fish without needing the actual animal.
How do I know if my deer cape is still usable for taxidermy?
Signs of a compromised cape include slipping hair, a sour smell, or green-tinged skin, all signs of bacterial damage. A fresh cape that was properly cooled and delivered within a day or two, or one that was salted and frozen quickly, should be in good shape for a taxidermist to work with.

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