Thanks Rob,
Ohma2, Doing the on this thin skinned nutria was pretty easy.
Now a 70 lb beaver is another story. You could always try the rocks. Whats to lose?
Ed, I have the hide in a plastic bag still on the stretcher board covered with Oxyodol laundry soap.
Recommended by a local fellow.
I was actually thinking about a quiver.So shaping and preserving would be more important than softness.
Any ideas along this line are eagerly sought.
Thanks Zuma