Big Game Taxidermy · Wisconsin

Big Game Taxidermy

Museum-grade big game taxidermy for every trophy.

Shoulder mounts per animal: mule deer and antelope $1,100, caribou $1,800, elk $2,300, moose $2,500. Life-size, pedestal and African prices are on the full price list; bases and habitat are quoted per project.

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Stehling's Taxidermy creates museum-grade big game mounts in Wisconsin, offering shoulder mounts, pedestal mounts, half-lifesize, full life-size mounts, and rugs. Every mount is built in our Jefferson studio, with experience dating back to 1978. We mount whitetail deer, bear, elk, mule deer, antelope, moose, caribou, and African & exotic species. Drop off in Jefferson or at our New Franken (Green Bay area) showroom, or call us and ship your frozen cape to Jefferson.

From local whitetails to once-in-a-lifetime western, northern, and African trophies — Stehling's has mounted them all. Craft since 1978, two locations, one standard.

Est. 1978Every Big Game SpeciesTwo WI Locations
Why Stehling's

A trophy mount is a once-in-a-lifetime decision. We treat it that way.

Big game tests the limits of taxidermy — heavy capes, complex antlers and horns, commanding anatomy. Every mount we build honors the hunt and the animal with correct reference, hand-sculpted anatomy, and materials chosen to last generations.

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Big Game Since 1978

From backyard whitetails to elk, moose, caribou, and African plains game, we've built the muscle memory — and the reference library — that only comes with decades of mounts.

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Pose-Driven, Not Catalog

Shoulder, pedestal, half-lifesize, full life-size, or rug — every pose is built to your room, your reference photos, and the character of your animal.

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Two Wisconsin Locations

Drop off in Jefferson or New Franken near Green Bay; every mount is built in Jefferson. Hunters out of state ship to our Jefferson studio.

Every Species, Every Trophy

All big game species. One standard of craft.

Whether your trophy came from a Wisconsin stand, an Alaskan spot-and-stalk, or a guided hunt abroad, we have the hides, forms, and experience to do it justice.

Whitetail Deer

Wisconsin's signature big game animal. Shoulder, pedestal, and wall-pedestal mounts built to your buck.

Bear

Black, brown, grizzly, and color-phase bears — full life-size, half, rug, and skull mounts.

Elk

Western and Roosevelt elk. Massive shoulder and pedestal mounts that command a room.

Moose

The largest of the deer family. Shoulder and pedestal mounts sized for their scale.

Caribou

Tundra and mountain caribou. Signature double-shovel antlers preserved in lifelike detail.

Mule Deer

Western mule deer on species-correct forms. Shoulder, pedestal and life-size mounts.

Antelope

Pronghorn shoulder, pedestal, shadow-box and life-size mounts.

African & Exotic

Plains game, exotics, and international trophies — with full documentation and coordination.

Big Game Taxidermy Gallery

Recent big game work from the studio.

View our latest big game mounts — shoulder, pedestal, life-size, and specialty habitat pieces.

Coming Home From a Western Hunt

Elk, mule deer and antelope.

Every mount is built in our Jefferson, Wisconsin studio. Here is what the common western mounts cost, and how to get your animal to us in good shape.

Elk
$2,300

Shoulder mount; $2,500 bugling. Life-size $5,500 ($5,700 bugling). Elk mounts

Mule Deer
$1,100

Shoulder mount. Life-size $3,000. Mule deer mounts

Antelope
$1,100

Shoulder mount. Life-size $3,000. Antelope mounts

Pedestals & Habitat
Quoted

Pedestal presentations, bases, habitat and multi-animal scenes are quoted per project.

Published prices from our big game price list. Bases and habitat extra.

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Before you go

Call or text us with the species, the state, your outfitter or processor, and the mount you have in mind. Pre-hunt planning

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In camp

Ask your outfitter or processor to cape the animal long, leave the head skin attached, keep the cape cool and freeze it. Photograph the animal before skinning.

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Getting it home

Rules for moving heads, capes and antlers across state lines vary by state and species and can change. Check the current requirements for every state on your route (for Wisconsin, see the DNR carcass movement rules) and call us before you transport or ship. Shipping steps

Send Us the Species, Mount & Photos

Field Care & Preparation

Get your trophy to us in top condition.

Big game field care is a race against heat and bacteria. The first hours after harvest matter more than the next six months. Follow these essentials — then read the full guides.

The Four Essentials

  1. Cool it fast. Get the animal out of the sun, field-dressed and caped quickly, and into a cooler or freezer within hours.
  2. Don't drag it out. Dragging rubs hair off the cape. Pack it out or carry it if at all possible.
  3. Photograph before skinning. Multiple angles of the head, antlers/horns, and body help us with reference and anatomy.
  4. Call us same-day. We'll walk you through freezing, shipping, or drop-off based on where you are.
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Pre-Hunt Planning

Prep before the hunt — references, pose ideas, shipping setup.

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Taxidermy FAQ

Turnaround, deposits, shipping, and trophy handling questions.

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Hunter Resources

Complete guides, species-specific field care, and prep tips.
Our Process

From drop-off to delivery.

Consult & Plan

Pose selection, reference photos, base design, and room placement. Deposit secures your slot.

Tan & Build

Professional tanning, form fitting, hand-sculpted anatomy, and detail work on eyes, nose, and antlers or horns.

Finish & Deliver

Final grooming, QC, and delivery or pickup. Optional shipping anywhere in the lower 48.

Typical Turnaround
Varies by project; contact us
Two Wisconsin Locations

Drop your trophy off where it's convenient.

Studio · where every mount is built

Jefferson

913 North Parkway Street
Jefferson, WI 53549

(920) 650-7800

Drop off, plan your mount and pick up here. Hours & directions

Showroom · drop-off & pickup

Green Bay / New Franken

3861 Algoma Rd, Suite 3
New Franken, WI 54229

(920) 650-8972

Drop off and pick up near Green Bay; your mount is built in Jefferson. Hours & directions

Ready to Start

Let's build your big game mount.

Call the studio, or send us photos and a few details — we'll get you a quote and a slot in the book.

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Big Game Taxidermy FAQ

What big game animals does Stehling's Taxidermy mount?

We mount the full range of North American and exotic big game, including whitetail deer, black bear, elk, mule deer, antelope, moose, caribou, and African & exotic species. We offer shoulder mounts, pedestal mounts, half-lifesize mounts, full life-size mounts, and rugs.

Where can I drop off or ship my big game trophy?

You can drop off your trophy at either of our two Wisconsin locations: our Jefferson location in south-central Wisconsin or our New Franken (Green Bay area) location in the northeast. If you prefer to ship your trophy rather than drop it off, please send your frozen cape and skull to our Jefferson location.

How should I care for my big game cape in the field?

Keep the cape cool, dry, and out of direct sunlight, and never let it sit in a warm truck or garage. Cape out the animal or get it to a taxidermist as quickly as possible, and freeze the hide if you cannot deliver it right away. Proper field care is the single biggest factor in the final quality of your mount.

How long does a big game mount take to complete?

Turnaround varies by season and mount type. Delivery times vary by project. Contact us for current delivery times., and we'll give you an estimated timeline when you drop off your trophy.

Do you mount African and exotic species?

Yes. In addition to native North American big game, we mount African plains game and exotic species, and we handle the documentation and coordination that international trophies require.

How many years of experience does Stehling's Taxidermy have?

Stehling's Taxidermy has experience dating back to 1978 creating high-quality big game mounts, with a reputation built on craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.

What we are known for: Western and North American big game is a core specialty of Stehling's Taxidermy: mule deer, elk, antelope, moose, caribou, sheep, and mountain lion, mounted on species-correct forms rather than adapted whitetail forms. Hunters ship capes to us from Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, and Alaska every fall, and we plan multi-species trophy rooms before the first form is ordered.

Where to Bring Your Big Game Trophy

Stehling’s Taxidermy builds every big game mount in our Jefferson studio. Drop off at either of our two Wisconsin locations: our Jefferson studio in south-central Wisconsin or our New Franken (Green Bay area) showroom in the northeast. If you prefer to ship rather than drop off, please send your frozen cape to our Jefferson studio. We proudly serve hunters across the state and beyond — see all the areas we serve.

Big Game Species We Mount

Explore our species pages for detailed information, mount options, pricing, and field care: Antelope Taxidermy · Elk Taxidermy · Moose Taxidermy · Caribou Taxidermy · Whitetail Deer Taxidermy · Bear Taxidermy.


Big Game Mounts by Species