2. Peel the skin forward up to the ears and jaw exposing the head / neck junction. Cut into the neck approximately three inches down from this junction. Circle the neck cutting down to the spinal column. After this cut is complete, grasp the antler bases and twist the head off the neck. This should allow the hide to be rolled up and put in a freezer until transported to me. These cuts if done properly should allow ample hide for me to work with, to insure a good mount. Remember, i can always cut off excess hide but i can't add what is missing.
Note: When field dressing a trophy to be mounted, don't cut into he brisket (chest ) or neck area. If blood gets on the hide to be mounted, wash it off with snow or damp cloth as soon as possible. Also, avoid dragging the animal out of the woods with a rope. Place it on a sled, 4-wheeler, ect. The rope, rocks, or a broken branch from a deadfall can easily damage the fur / hair or puncture the hide. If you do need to drag it out with a rope, attach the rope to the base of the antlers and drag your trophy carefully.
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