Turkey hunting tips and guides from Stehling’s Taxidermy: Wisconsin seasons and zones, tactics, youth hunts, and field care for a perfect mount.
By the time Wisconsin’s third turkey hunting period rolls around, opening-week magic is gone. The big toms have heard a thousand calls, hens are slipping off to nest, and the woods that were thunderous on Day One feel almost eerie. Most hunters tag out in Periods A and B — or pack it in by…
Turkey Taxidermy in Northern Illinois: Cost, Turnaround, and Mount Options If you’re looking for turkey taxidermy in Northern Illinois, you’re probably asking three main questions: How much does it cost? How long does it take? What are my mount options? Most turkey mounts start around $1,400, with delivery times shown on our pricing page.…
Northern Illinois Turkey Hunting Guide: Best Areas, Tactics, and What to Do After the Harvest Northern Illinois offers some of the best turkey hunting opportunities in the Midwest. With a strong population of Eastern wild turkeys, a mix of hardwood timber and agricultural ground, and plenty of productive edge habitat, it gives hunters a real…
How Long Does Turkey Taxidermy Take? Timeline and Process Explained If you’ve dropped off a turkey — or you’re planning to — you’re probably asking: How long is this actually going to take? The short answer: See our pricing page for current delivery times. But that timeline isn’t arbitrary. It reflects the time required to…
How Much Does Turkey Taxidermy Cost? (Full Pricing Guide) You pulled the trigger on a once-in-a-season bird. Now the question is simple: what does it actually cost to mount a turkey the right way? At Stehling’s Taxidermy, most turkey mounts start around $1,400 and go up from there depending on the pose, habitat work, and…
Turkey Hunting in Southern Wisconsin: Jefferson, Madison & Milwaukee Area Guide Southern Wisconsin offers some of the most consistent turkey hunting in the state. Between agricultural land, hardwood ridges, and river bottoms, areas around Jefferson, Madison, and Milwaukee hold strong turkey populations — but pressure and terrain make strategy important. If you’re hunting southern Wisconsin…
Wisconsin Turkey Season 2026: Dates, Zones, Tips & What Hunters Need to Know The Wisconsin turkey season is one of the most anticipated hunting seasons of the year. With strong bird populations across the state and multiple season periods, hunters have plenty of opportunities — if they understand how the season is structured and how…
Turkey Hunting in Green Bay, Wisconsin: Where to Hunt, Tips & What to Do After the Shot Green Bay and the surrounding area offer some of the best turkey hunting opportunities in northeastern Wisconsin. Between farmland edges, hardwood ridges, and scattered public land, there’s no shortage of birds — but pressure, terrain, and timing all…
What to Do After Shooting a Turkey (Step-by-Step Field Care Guide) You got your bird. Now what you do in the next 30–60 minutes matters more than anything else — especially if you’re even thinking about mounting it. This is where most hunters mess up. They do what they’ve always done with deer or other…
Wisconsin Youth Turkey Hunt 2026: Dates, Tips & What to Do After Your First Bird The Wisconsin Youth Turkey Hunt is one of the best opportunities to introduce young hunters to the outdoors. With lower pressure, a dedicated season, and a focus on mentorship, it’s the perfect time to help youth experience their…