Taxidermist in BR with Velvet experience

I had no idea the velvet was done different. I am curious also

Awesome deer

get them in a freezer ASAP to preserve

there are several methods including (1) alternate soaking in borax and alcohol , (2) generously brushing on formaldehyde and (3) freeze drying

call 3-5 taxidermists , ask questions, to see who has has had prior successful experience with velvet

I would not limit myself geographically to only BR .... find the BEST taxi available who knows what he's doing

velvet is a living membrane which is why it needs to be handled with caution , heat is your worst enemy . I would freeze it to minimize breakdown. Also if the velvet is not done properly, bugs will eventually find it and ruin the mount

I'm not familiar wit taxis in BR (I live in Laffy) as I would call Bischoff in Eunice or Gary Bell at Deep South Taxidermy (LAF) . Others can provide their recommendations

Bischoff $$ will be higher than giraffe nuts with a 18-24 month wait. On the bright side, I've seen his deer mounts from 30 yrs ago and they still look incredible like they were done yesterday ... his work is the real deal

go to taxidermy.net to do additional research on caring for velvet antlers

I will second guy Adams, he did my buddies caribou that was in velvet, and has my moose antlers and cape now

I might add that jay womack , in the link I gave above, only does deer no fish or small game. Last time I talked to him he was doing over 200 a year if I remember right. Said he had a good system down and got mine back within 6 months.

I use Lonnie Adams in Thibodaux. He's done velvet bucks for our club in the past and they turned out great


He usually has my bucks ready in about 3-4 months after hunting season ends

Thanks for all the replies. He got it into the freezer this am so hopefully it will hold up until he can get it to a pro. Sounds like Womack is the consensus White Tail guy for the BR area. i will make sure to update as the project progresses.