May 2009 Feature Article:
Mounting Your Own Turkey Tail and Beard
As I pulled the trigger on a 25-pound gobbler strutting down the end of my gun barrel, I had visions of his stunning tail and ground-dragging beard adorning the wall of my den. I could already feel the memories of the hunt rushing through my mind each time I passed by the handsome display. I approached the downed bird and took care to preserve every feather as I carried him to the truck. When I arrived at the taxidermist, my thoughts of which wall I was going to hang the fan mount on were interrupted by the shocking $150 price tag. I never envisioned paying so much for something that looked so simple. Fact is, mounting a turkey tail and beard is simple. Don't get me wrong. A professional taxidermist will do an excellent job and produce a quality mount, but the average person can make their own tail and beard mount for a fraction of the cost and be very pleased with the results. Read more...
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