Hunters get a lot of questions about mounts and harvest pictures from non-hunters, but the truth is, this tradition goes way deeper than Facebook and Instagram. Humans have been documenting their hunts since we were drawing on cave walls with charcoal. Castles are lined with centuries-old antlers, and Indigenous cultures around the world have always kept hides, horns, feathers, and skulls to honor the animals they depended on. Taking a photo or making a mount isn’t bragging — it’s carrying on something humans have always done: remembering the moment, the challenge, and the animal with respect.
And honestly, why throw away antlers, hides, or skulls when they can be appreciated and used for decades? Hunters turn those pieces into stories, heirlooms, functional household items, and reminders of time spent out hunting. It is definitely not only about ego; it’s about pride, celebrating the successful hunt by honoring the animal, and heritage. That is why The Sportsmen Party shared a message about it — and now we want to know what you think. Is preserving your harvest and posting pictures of it a meaningful tradition, or do you see it another way? Let’s hear it!
