Fishing Frenzy

If you're going fishing and plan to take your prize catch to get mounted by a fish taxidermist, you need to do a little work beforehand. Your trophy will look its best if you take a few precautions before, during, and after your trip. By following a few simple guidelines, you can make sure your fish is in the best shape possible when you take it to the taxidermist.

Fish lose their color after they've been dead for a while, so getting your fish to the taxidermist quickly is important. The taxidermist needs to see the natural colors of the fish to get the most accurate reproduction. Your trophy will end up looking better if you take good care of it before you take it in. Here are some tips for making sure your fish is in good shape when you to get it mounted.

One important thing you can do is record the time, date, and location of your catch. If you used a special lure, you might want to record that too. Take some picture of the fish. Your taxidermist can use these to get a better idea of the fish's color in the wild. This information is also useful since you'll want to put it on the fish trophy itself.

Treat the fish gently. You want the fish to look great after it's mounted, so handle it with care after you catch it. Scratches or other marks take time for a taxidermist to repair and may show up in the final mount.

Put the fish in plastic, pack it in ice, and freeze it as soon as possible. This preserves the fish and also helps keep its color. Again, the goal is to get the fish to the taxidermist in good shape. If it's not possible to freeze the fish immediately, put the fish in the bottom of your cooler or somewhere else cold.

Remember: if you treat your catch carefully, your taxidermist will have an easier time creating the most accurate fish mount possible. A little planning will ensure that you have the nicest trophy possible you can be proud of for years to come. Happy Fishing!