I'm usually all for more opportunity. I think the general public (lawmakers included) don't understand what an undertaking it would be to get a moose off that island. Its a remote island with no infrastructure, no roads, difficult boat access. My back is aching just thinking about it.
Moths can do a number on mounts as well. Occasionally dust them off and inspect for moth damage. Usually around antler burs, ears, and sometimes along the seam where a mount is sewn up. You will notice hair falling out and eggs that have the appearance of sawdust or corncob grit.
In Michigan I always recommend to my customers not to keep them in the garage or barn. We get humid summers and dry cold winters. The leather can shrink and swell with the climate changes and you may see some of the finish paint or epoxy work crack and flake. Usually around the eyes and nose.
Looks pretty good for the first one, I've seen far worse from guys who have been doing it many years. If you're interested in doing more check and see if your state has a taxidermy association. They usually have a yearly competition and conference. It's a great place to get a close up or hands...
I've mounted deer capes that were in the deep freeze for 5 plus years. As long as they are wrapped up tight you should be fine. I use a big a roll of packaging film (saran wrap) and roll the thawed cape up and then wrap up tight in the film, then put it in the freezer. It keeps the air out and...
In my experience 1 out of 40 isn't too bad. I'd hate to tell you how many I shot at before I knocked one down. We spend some time in the Pigeon usually the end of September. Depending on how the Wyoming draw pans out we probably won't go this fall. Lots of ground to cover in northern lower.