Wild Goose Chase Taxidermy Studio, LLC

Wild Goose Chase Taxidermy Studio, LLC is a taxidermy business specializing in high-quality and detailed wildlife taxidermy, particularly waterfowl and gamebirds. The owner, Saige GriffisWest, is an artist and naturalist passionate about conservation and preserving memories through taxidermy. While the Colorado shop is currently closed to new orders due to relocation to Minnesota, the studio has historically offered services for hunters, hobby farmers (excluding pets), and museums. They specialize in bird taxidermy, soft mount taxidermy, small mammal mounts, and fish reproductions. Customers have the option to drop off and pick up birds in person or ship them to the studio. A hunting license number is required for bird taxidermy identification tags. The studio also operates an Etsy shop for finished taxidermy pieces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the studio currently accepting new orders?

Wild Goose Chase Taxidermy Studio is currently relocating from Colorado to Minnesota. The Colorado shop is closed to new orders for bird taxidermy, fish repros, and mammal mounts. The owner plans to complete all in-house bird orders by the end of April 2024 and will update the website upon reopening for bird orders in Minnesota.

What types of animals does Wild Goose Chase Taxidermy Studio specialize in?

The studio specializes in bird taxidermy, especially waterfowl and gamebirds. They also offer soft mount taxidermy, small mammal mounts, and fish reproductions. They do not accept pet taxidermy orders, but can work with barnyard poultry, ornamental quail, partridges, guinea fowl, and peacocks.

How can I submit my animal for taxidermy?

Customers can drop off and pick up birds at the studio's Front Range locations in Colorado by appointment. Alternatively, birds can be shipped to the studio. For soft mount taxidermy and fish reproductions, communication is typically handled via email or phone, as the studio sources its own materials or does not require the original skin for fish replicas.

What information do I need to provide when dropping off a bird for taxidermy?

When dropping off a bird for taxidermy, hunters must provide their hunting license number for the bird's identification tag. This ensures proper documentation and identification for the taxidermy process.