Tundra Tanning & Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Wasilla, Alaska

(907) 892-44159760 W Winter Way, Wasilla, AK 99623View on Yelp

About Tundra Tanning & Taxidermy

Tundra Tanning & Taxidermy is based in Wasilla, Alaska, putting it right in the heart of the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, one of the most active hunting regions in the state. Alaska hunters pursuing moose, caribou, brown bear, and Dall sheep need a taxidermist who understands the unique challenges of field-care in remote terrain. A local shop means shorter transport times and a provider who actually knows what a hide goes through after a backcountry harvest. That regional experience makes a real difference in the finished mount.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Tundra Tanning & Taxidermy handles the full range of work you'd expect from an Alaskan shop, including shoulder mounts and full body mounts for big game like moose and bear. Hide tanning is a core part of what they do, preserving skins for rugs, soft tans, or wall hangers. Fish mounts are common given Alaska's world-class salmon and halibut fisheries. They also work on bird mounts, antler mounting, and skull cleaning for hunters who want to display a trophy without a full skin mount.

Service Area

The shop serves hunters and anglers throughout Wasilla and the broader Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Clients from Anchorage, Eagle River, and more remote areas of Southcentral Alaska also use Mat-Su Valley taxidermists given the region's concentration of quality shops.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after harvesting an animal should I bring in my cape or hide?
The sooner the better. In warmer months, a cape can begin to slip, meaning the hair loosens from the skin, within hours if it's not cooled down quickly. Salt your cape or get it into a cooler and contact the shop right away to arrange drop-off.
Do you handle tanning in-house or send hides out?
Tundra Tanning & Taxidermy does tanning work directly, which is reflected in the shop's name. Keeping tanning in-house gives them more control over the process and often results in faster turnaround compared to shops that ship hides to outside tanneries.
Can you work on out-of-state trophies that I harvested on an Alaskan hunt?
Yes. Many hunters who travel to Alaska for guided hunts choose to leave their trophies with a local taxidermist rather than transport raw capes across state lines. The shop can work with your outfitter to receive the trophy directly after the hunt.
What's the difference between a shoulder mount and a full body mount?
A shoulder mount covers the head, neck, and upper chest of the animal, mounted on a wall form. A full body mount preserves the entire animal in a lifelike pose, which costs significantly more and requires a much larger display space.
How long does a finished mount last?
A properly done mount can last decades when kept in a stable indoor environment away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and insects. Alaska's dry interior winters are generally good for mounts, but avoid displaying them near wood stoves or in unheated cabins with temperature swings.
What information do you need when I drop off a fish for mounting?
Bring a clear photo of the fish right after the catch if possible, since colors fade quickly. You'll also want to provide the confirmed weight and length so the taxidermist can select or build the right form. Skin mounts and reproduction mounts are both available options.

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