Tru-To-Life Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Wayland, New York

(585) 728-390811875 State Rte 15, Wayland, NY 14572View on Yelp

About Tru-To-Life Taxidermy

Tru-To-Life Taxidermy operates out of Wayland, New York, a small Steuben County town in the Southern Tier roughly equidistant between Rochester and Corning. The name signals a commitment to anatomical realism, which matters when you're preserving a once-in-a-lifetime trophy. Wayland sits in excellent deer country, surrounded by the hardwood ridges and agricultural land that make Steuben County a reliable destination for whitetail hunters every fall. For hunters working the Southern Tier who want their trophy mounted with accuracy and care, Tru-To-Life is worth contacting at (585) 728-3908.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Tru-To-Life Taxidermy covers the species profile you'd expect from a Southern Tier studio, with whitetail deer mounts at the center of the workload. Shoulder mounts, European skull mounts, and antler mounting all serve the local deer hunting community. The studio likely handles black bear, turkey, and small game work as well, given the diverse hunting opportunities across Steuben and Livingston counties. For anglers, Finger Lakes trout and bass are a natural fit for fish mounting. Every mount is built around accurate posture and coloring, reflecting the studio's name.

Service Area

Tru-To-Life Taxidermy serves Wayland and the surrounding Steuben County communities, including Dansville, Bath, and Hornell. Hunters from neighboring Livingston, Allegany, and Schuyler counties also make the drive, particularly those returning from hunts on the state forests and private land that cover much of the Southern Tier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'lifelike' actually mean in taxidermy?
Lifelike taxidermy means the finished mount accurately reflects the animal's natural muscle structure, skin texture, eye placement, and coloring. A skilled taxidermist uses anatomically correct forms and careful finishing work to produce a mount that looks like the animal is simply standing still rather than a static display piece.
Is Steuben County a good area for whitetail deer hunting?
Yes, Steuben County is known for producing quality whitetails, with a mix of agricultural fields, hardwood ridges, and state forest land that supports strong deer populations. The region draws hunters from across the Southern Tier each fall, and local taxidermists see consistent demand for deer work as a result.
Can I have my mount posed in a specific position?
Absolutely. You can typically choose from a range of poses including alert, turning, or semi-sneak positions for deer mounts. Discuss your preferences at drop-off and the studio will help match a form to the look you want, keeping in mind what works with the specific cape you brought in.
What happens if I wait too long to bring in my deer cape?
Delays in getting your cape to the studio increase the risk of bacterial decomposition and hair slippage, which can compromise the quality of the finished mount. If you can't deliver it immediately, cape it out properly, remove all flesh, and freeze it flat in a sealed bag.
Can the studio mount fish from the Finger Lakes?
Fish mounts from the Finger Lakes region, including lake trout, rainbow trout, and largemouth bass, are well within the scope of a Southern Tier studio. Bring your catch in fresh or frozen, or take careful measurements and photos at the water for a reproduction mount.
How do I know if a taxidermist's work is high quality before I commit?
Ask to see photos of finished work, particularly species similar to yours. Look for natural eye placement, smooth hide work with no visible seams, and colors that match reference photos of the live animal. A taxidermist confident in their work will be happy to show you examples.

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