I’m so glad you’re interested in using my taxidermy service!
About the taxidermist
Peak Rut - Taxidermy by Kate is owned and operated by Kate, an avid outdoors enthusiast with over 20 years of hunting and fishing experience. Driven by a passion to make deer mounts look truly life-like rather than just "stuffed," she treats taxidermy as a high-level art form.
Award-Winning Craftsmanship:
Kate has been practicing taxidermy for about 6 years and focuses heavily on competition-grade quality. Her meticulous attention to detail—especially on subtle features like the natural contours of the nose, eyes, and ear placement—has earned her notable industry recognition.
Business Philosophy & Methods
- Professional Tanning: Unlike shops that use quick dry-preservatives (which can crack and shrink over time), Kate utilizes high-end professional tannery methods. Because she takes the time to tweak details with fresh eyes, her typical turnaround time sits at about a standard calendar year.
- Focus Areas: Her absolute specialty is Whitetail deer shoulder mounts, though she handles creative presentations like pack mounts as well.
- Locally Supported: Based out of Smithville Flats, NY, she primarily serves hunters across Chenango, Tioga, Cortland, Delaware, Madison, and Tompkins counties.
