Lone Tree Executive Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Tea, South Dakota

(605) 212-969246789 270th St, Tea, SD 57064View on Yelp

About Lone Tree Executive Taxidermy

Lone Tree Executive Taxidermy serves hunters and collectors in Tea, South Dakota, a growing community just south of Sioux Falls. The area sits at the heart of some of the Midwest's best pheasant hunting and deer country, making quality taxidermy a real priority for local sportsmen. This studio brings a professional, detail-focused approach to preserving your harvest. Whether you're coming off a successful season in the fields around Lincoln County or bringing in a trophy buck, they're set up to handle your work with care.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Lone Tree Executive Taxidermy handles the full range of trophy preservation work hunters in the region need. Shoulder mounts for whitetail and mule deer are a staple, involving careful skin preparation, form fitting, and hand-painted detail work to match natural coloration. Fish mounts, both skin and reproduction, capture the exact markings of your catch before they fade. Bird mounting for pheasant and wild turkey is also common in this part of South Dakota, requiring precise feather positioning and eye placement to achieve a lifelike result.

Service Area

Lone Tree Executive Taxidermy is based in Tea, SD, and serves customers from throughout Lincoln County and the greater Sioux Falls metro area. Hunters from Brandon, Harrisburg, and Canton regularly make the short drive to drop off their specimens. The studio's location makes it a convenient stop for anyone hunting the fields and river corridors of southeastern South Dakota.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a deer shoulder mount take in South Dakota?
Most taxidermists in the Sioux Falls area estimate 6 to 12 months for a deer shoulder mount, depending on how busy the season is. Dropping off your cape early in the fall before the November rush can sometimes shorten your wait time.
How should I care for my deer cape before bringing it in?
Keep the cape as cool as possible and avoid leaving it in a warm truck or garage for more than a few hours. If you can't get it to the studio same-day, fold the skin hair-side out and freeze it in a plastic bag to prevent spoilage.
Can you mount pheasants from South Dakota's hunting season?
Yes, pheasant mounts are one of the most popular requests for taxidermists in this part of the state. To get the best result, handle the bird carefully in the field and wrap it in a paper bag before freezing rather than plastic, which can mat the feathers.
What's the difference between a skin mount and a reproduction fish mount?
A skin mount uses the actual fish skin stretched over a form, while a reproduction is cast from a blank and hand-painted to match your fish's specific markings. Reproductions tend to hold their color longer and don't shrink or crack over time like skin mounts can.
Do taxidermists in Tea, SD handle antler mounting without a full mount?
Yes, antler mounting or panel mounting is a more affordable option if you want to display the rack without a full shoulder mount. The antlers are cleaned, finished, and mounted on a wood panel or plaque, which many hunters prefer for a cleaner wall display.
Is a deposit required when I drop off my specimen?
Most taxidermy studios require a deposit of 30 to 50 percent of the total cost when you drop off your work. This covers the cost of forms and materials ordered specifically for your project.

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