From the Field to the Showroom: The Ultimate Turkey Field Care Guide Congratulations on bagging your tom! Good field care helps protect the feathers and skin needed for your turkey mount. Follow the steps below, and contact us if you’re unsure how to handle your bird. At Stehlings Taxidermy, we can fix a lot of…
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Where to Start Turkey Season Early: Best Southern States for February–March Hunts (2026 Guide) Why Start Turkey Season Early? For many Midwest hunters, spring turkey season can’t come fast enough. With Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois opening later in April, hunters are eager to scratch the itch sooner — and the good…
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Top Turkey-Hunting States for Midwest Hunters (2025) If you’re based in the Midwest — like Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois or Michigan — but want to travel for a turkey hunt, some states give you a big leg up. Below are states that combine good turkey populations, reasonable access (public or private), favorable seasons,…
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Interpreting the Language of the Woods: Reading Whitetail Deer Sign Successful whitetail hunting is often less about luck and more about effective detective work. The deer are constantly leaving behind clues—or “sign”—that tell you exactly where they are going, why they are going there, and when. Learning to read and properly hunt these signs…
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Busy Days in the Shop This week has been another busy one, with bears continuing to come in and the early whitetail season picking up steam. The short-haired capes on these whitetails make for especially striking mounts, showing off every bit of detail and texture. One of the highlights was finishing a massive brown bear.…
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Importing Birds from Other Countries Stehling’s Taxidermy is a USDA-approved facility (W10015) for the import of restricted avian species. If you are planning an international hunt, we can assist with both the logistics and the required paperwork to ensure your trophies arrive safely and legally. How It Works 1. Contact…
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Inside One of the Largest Taxidermy Shops in the World When people search for “the largest taxidermy shop in the world”, the answer isn’t simple. Unlike other industries, there’s no official registry or ranking system for taxidermy studios. Still, some shops stand out because of their size, history, and the volume of work they produce.…
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Masterpiece Monday: A Red Fox on the Hunt! Take a look at this stunning red fox mount that just left our Jefferson studio! This sleek predator is captured mid-step, perched gracefully on a custom driftwood base that highlights its natural poise and alert presence. With its sharp gaze and full, luxurious coat, this fox looks…
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Masterpiece Monday: A Bugling Bull Elk, Ready to Roam! Take a look at this stunning bugling bull elk mount that recently left our Jefferson workshop! This magnificent bull is a true showstopper, captured in a dynamic bugling pose that perfectly captures the intensity and raw power of the hunt. Our team worked closely with…
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