Wildlife Encounters Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Hurley, New York

(845) 338-1242300 Wynkoop Rd, Hurley, NY 12443View on Yelp

About Wildlife Encounters Taxidermy

Wildlife Encounters Taxidermy is based in Hurley, New York, a small town in Ulster County surrounded by the Catskill Mountains and the hunting-rich forests of the Hudson Valley region. Hunters and anglers in this part of New York have access to excellent white-tailed deer, turkey, and trout seasons, making local taxidermy services genuinely valuable here. Having a nearby studio means shorter travel times for specimen drop-off and easier communication throughout the mounting process. They can be reached directly at (845) 338-1242.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Wildlife Encounters Taxidermy handles the full range of work hunters and outdoor enthusiasts typically need after a successful season. Deer shoulder mounts are a staple, involving careful skinning, fleshing, and fitting the hide over a foam form to recreate a lifelike pose. Fish mounts, whether reproductions or skin mounts, preserve the colors and anatomy of your catch in striking detail. They also work with birds such as turkey and waterfowl, which require meticulous feather preservation and pose selection to look natural on the wall.

Service Area

Wildlife Encounters Taxidermy serves clients throughout Ulster County and the surrounding Catskill region, including Kingston, Woodstock, and Saugerties. Hunters and fishermen from across the Hudson Valley regularly use local studios like this one to avoid long hauls to out-of-area providers. If you're in the mid-Hudson Valley, this location is a convenient stop.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I prepare my deer cape before bringing it in?
Keep the cape as cool as possible after the harvest. If you can't get it to the studio within a day or two, fold it hair-out and freeze it in a plastic bag to prevent spoilage.
Do you mount fish caught locally in the Catskill region?
Yes, both trout and bass species common to Catskill streams and reservoirs are handled regularly. Reproduction mounts are a popular option for catch-and-release fishermen who want to preserve the memory without keeping the fish.
How long does a deer shoulder mount typically take?
Most deer shoulder mounts take between six months and a year, depending on workload and the complexity of the pose. Your taxidermist will give you a realistic timeframe when you drop off your specimen.
Can you mount a wild turkey from a spring season harvest?
Turkey mounts are absolutely possible and make for striking displays. Full body mounts and fan-only or strutter mounts are common choices, and proper field care of the feathers is important for a quality result.
What's the difference between a skin mount and a reproduction mount for fish?
A skin mount uses the actual fish hide stretched over a form, while a reproduction is a fiberglass replica painted to match your specific catch using photos. Reproductions hold color better over time and are the preferred option for many anglers.
Do you offer skull cleaning services for deer or bear?
Skull cleaning is a common request, typically done through a maceration or beetle cleaning process that removes tissue while preserving bone integrity. A cleaned and whitened skull makes a striking alternative or complement to a traditional mount.

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