Long Hunters Taxidermy

Long Hunters Taxidermy has been operating in Elm Creek since 1995, built on Dave Fear's three decades of professional taxidermy experience. Dave has mounted over 3,000 game heads—not as a hobby, but as his life's work. This isn't a sideline; it's a fully licensed, insured operation that knows how to preserve your hunting memories the right way.

Dave handles the full spectrum of trophy work:

• •Big Game Heads: Deer, elk, moose, bison, mountain lions, bobcats
• •Waterfowl: Ducks, geese, and other water birds
• •Upland Game Birds: Pheasant, grouse, quail
• •Turkeys: Full-body and pedestal mounts
• •Fish: Complete fish mounts and panels
• •Exotic Animals: Dave stays current on specialized work and isn't intimidated by unusual requests

• •Experience That Shows — 3,000+ mounts means Dave knows anatomy, positioning, and detail work. He's seen every pose request and knows what actually looks natural versus what looks like a Hollywood cliché.

• •Competitive Pricing — Dave understands hunters work hard for their tags. The shop uses quality materials and competitive rates without corner-cutting.

• •Detail and Artistry — Every animal has a story. Dave spends time on the details that make the difference—eye setting, ear work, nostril definition, and body positioning that captures the animal's character.

• •Current Techniques — 30 years in business doesn't mean stuck in 1995. Dave keeps up with the latest taxidermy trends and methods, meaning your mount gets modern quality standards.

• •Convenience — Located in central Nebraska near I-80 and Highway 183, drop-off and pick-up are straightforward. Dave works with you on scheduling.

• •Licensed and Insured — Fully insured while your trophy is in the shop. Licensed by both the State of Nebraska and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

• •Shop: (308) 856-8692
• •Cell: (308) 233-4498

• •Payment Options: Cash, check, Visa, MasterCard

"You probably have a buddy that has brought his trophy to Dave." — That's the kind of reputation built over 30 years of delivering year after year.