Trailblazer Taxidermy, owned and operated by Rachel Ahern since 2014, specializes in preserving clients' hunting memories through taxidermy, tanning, and bone cleaning services for mammals. Located in Fischer, Texas, they offer shoulder mounts, lifesize mounts, soft mounts, European/skull mounts, and various add-on services.
Specialties
DeerSmall MammalsLarge MammalsShoulder MountEuropean MountFull Body
Small Mammals (Bobcat, Fox, Raccoon, Coyote, etc)$100
Tanning
Deer$200
Bobcat, Fox, Raccoon$250
Coyote$275
Other / Miscellaneous
Open Mouth Option$150 and up
Velvet Preservation$225 and up
Antler Repair (base)$50
Antler Repair (per inch)$20 per inch
Wall Pedestal+15% of shoulder mount price
Floor/Table Pedestal+20% of shoulder mount price
1/2 Lifesize70% of lifesize
Hide Pillows$100 and up after tanning
US sales only; international orders not accepted. Listed prices do not include TX sales tax (8.25%). 50% minimum deposit required before work begins, typically at time of animal drop-off. Payment methods: cash, debit/credit card, checks, PayPal (electronic invoicing), Venmo (in person QR code). Add-ons such as open mouth, base and habitat, crating and shipping are not included and priced according to selections. Prices subject to change at any time. For animals or options not listed, contact for quote. Tanned, taxidermy quality hide must be provided for soft mount pricing; additional fees apply for skinning/tanning. Wood panel adds $50-$100 to skull mount prices. Soft mount head-only pricing is 60% of soft mount price. Lifesize prices do not include base or habitat.