Loading...
Loading...
Brazos Bend Taxidermy is a family-owned taxidermy shop in Richmond, Texas, specializing in trophy preservation for hunters across the greater Houston area and beyond. Owner and lead taxidermist Jason Alderete is a retired Houston Police Department officer who made taxidermy his full-time passion after a 24-year law enforcement career.
Own Brazos Bend Taxidermy?
01 // DETAILS
Full description and what we offer
Brazos Bend Taxidermy is a family-owned taxidermy shop in Richmond, Texas, specializing in trophy preservation for hunters across the greater Houston area and beyond. Owner and lead taxidermist Jason Alderete is a retired Houston Police Department officer who made taxidermy his full-time passion after a 24-year law enforcement career.
The Alderete family's entry into taxidermy came unexpectedly. Daughter Madeline's encounter with a copperhead snake sparked her curiosity about wildlife artistry, and at age 15, she enrolled in the Lone Star State School of Taxidermy in Llano, Texas—the "Deer Capital of Texas." Jason joined her for the summer program and discovered what became his calling. Both completed hands-on training and graduated as certified taxidermists. Today, Madeline works in real estate while Jason runs the shop full-time with his wife Marion.
| Mount Type | Turnaround | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shoulder mounts | 8-9 months | Current approx. |
| European mounts | Under 1 month | Fastest option |
| Full habitat | 8-9 months | Case-by-case |
| Tanning services | Varies | 100% upfront required |
Pricing is custom per project. Call 832-612-1275 or text Jason at 281-923-3465 for detailed estimates.
First-time hunters welcome. The shop actively guides new hunters through the caping process and mount selection to ensure they understand all options and make the best choices for their trophy.
Located near the George Ranch in Richmond, TX 77469. Serves: - Brazoria County - Fort Bend County (Richmond, Rosenberg, Needville, Fulshear, Sugar Land, Wallis) - Austin County - Harris County (Houston, Katy, Simonton) - Matagorda County
If you're caping a deer for shoulder mount, leave more hide than you think you need and cut further back past the shoulders. Keep the cape cold and dry to avoid hide slippage. Unsure? Text or call with photos—they'll walk first-time hunters through it.