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Taxidermy · Beulaville, NC

Your hunt, preserved the way you remember it.

Shoulder mounts, European mounts, fish, waterfowl, turkey, and small game — handled with care from the day you drop it off to the day it goes on your wall.

Plan Your Mount Field Care Tips
  • Whitetail
  • European Mounts
  • Fish
  • Waterfowl
  • Turkey
  • Small Game
Services

What we mount

Start with your species and the look you have in mind. Call to discuss availability, pricing, and the right approach for your piece.

Deer Shoulder Mounts

Classic upright, semi-sneak, or full sneak poses. Bring your cape and antlers and we'll talk through the look you want.

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European Skull Mounts

Cleaned, whitened skull with antlers or horns. A clean, modern display that fits almost any room.

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Fish Mounts

Discuss your catch, measurements, and reference photos. Ask about available skin-mount and replica options before preparing your fish.

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Waterfowl & Birds

Ducks and geese in flying, standing, or landing poses, plus upland birds.

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Turkey

Full strutting mounts, fan and beard plaques, and wall displays for your spring bird.

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Small Game

Squirrel, fox, coyote, bobcat, and other small game in natural, habitat-style poses.

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Make it yours

Plan a mount worth remembering

Choose a starting point. We’ll help you discuss the details, availability, and quote.

How It Works

From the field to your wall

Simple process, no surprises.

Call ahead

Tell us what you've got and the pose you want. We'll set a drop-off time and give you a quote.

Drop it off

Bring it in fresh or frozen. We discuss your piece, record your preferences, and confirm any deposit before work begins.

We build it

Timing depends on the species and workload. Ask for a current estimate when arranging your drop-off.

Pick it up

Pay the balance, inspect your mount, and take it home.

Field Care

A great mount starts in the field

What you do in the first few hours matters more than anything. A few basics go a long way.

Not sure what to do with your harvest? Call before you cut. We'd rather talk you through it than fix it later.

Call Before You Cut
  • Call before you cutAsk about cape requirements for your intended mount. Avoid cutting the throat or piercing the cape with tags.
  • Keep it coolGet your harvest out of the sun promptly. Call the shop for cooling and storage instructions.
  • Keep your reference photosClear photos and a description of the pose you want help with planning.

Preparation depends on the specimen and mount. Confirm instructions with the shop before cutting, wrapping, or freezing.

From idea to display

See the transformation

Move the slider to compare a concept sketch with a display illustration. This is a demonstration, not a photograph of completed shop work.

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Meet the owner

Talk directly with Chris

Lakeside Taxidermy is owned and operated by Chris Ovanek in Beulaville, North Carolina.

Have a pose in mind, a question about preparation, or a piece you’re not sure how to display? Start with a conversation about what you want to preserve.

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After pickup

Keep the memory looking its best

Ask for care instructions for your specific mount. These general habits are a useful starting point.

Choose the right spot

Display indoors, away from direct sunlight, heaters, fireplaces, and moisture. A stable environment helps protect the materials.

Clean with care

Ask Chris how to clean your particular piece. Avoid household sprays and harsh chemicals unless the shop recommends them.

Move it by its base

Support the mount at its base or backing. Avoid lifting by antlers, feathers, fins, ears, or other delicate features.

North Carolina hunter resources

Useful links before drop-off

Go straight to the official sources for current information.

NC Wildlife Resources ↗Find current hunting, fishing, and wildlife information.Licenses & harvest reporting ↗Access the official Go Outdoors North Carolina system.Before you prepare your harvest ↓Review preparation basics, then call for specimen-specific instructions.
FAQ

Common questions

How long will my mount take?

Ask for a current estimate when arranging your drop-off. Timing varies with the species, mount style, and shop workload.

Do you require a deposit?

Call to confirm the current deposit and payment terms before bringing your piece in.

Can I bring it in frozen?

Call for instructions for your species and intended mount. Keep it frozen until the shop advises otherwise.

Do you do replica fish?

Ask about current replica options before making plans. Keep clear reference photos and record your catch's measurements.

What paperwork do I need?

Call to confirm what to bring for your species and where it was harvested. The official NC Wildlife resources below can help you find current reporting information.

How do I look after a finished mount?

Keep it out of direct sunlight, away from heat sources, and in a stable indoor environment. Handle it by its supporting base. Ask the shop about appropriate cleaning products and methods for your specific piece.

Does an online request reserve a drop-off time?

No. It gives the shop the details to discuss your mount. Call to confirm availability, pricing, and a drop-off appointment.

Contact

Call to set up a drop-off

Owned and operated by Chris Ovanek in Beulaville, NC. Please call ahead before bringing anything in.

Beulaville · North Carolina

Bring the story.
We’ll talk through the details.

Please confirm your drop-off time and location by phone before making the trip.

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Let’s talk about your piece

Request a quote

Tell us what you have and how you’d like to display it. This is an inquiry; call to confirm a drop-off time.

Need preparation advice now?
Call (910) 333-2781

About your information

Your name, contact information, mount preferences, and optional photo are saved privately for the shop to review and respond to your inquiry. They are not shown in the public gallery. Submit only information needed for your request. Contact the shop to ask about your information or request its removal.

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