Heber Springs, AR
Taxidermists in Cleburne County, Arkansas
Cleburne County offers good opportunities for whitetail in the hardwood ridges and waterfowl near the Little Red River. When you land a trophy buck or a limit of mallards, you need a local shop that understands the anatomy of Arkansas game. There are currently three taxidermists serving the area, primarily based out of Heber Springs.
These shops handle a variety of mounts, from standard shoulder mounts to specialized preservation. Blackfoot Taxidermy is one of the options available for hunters coming off the lake or out of the woods near Heber Springs. Having a professional close to your hunting grounds makes it easier to drop off your harvest while the cape is still fresh.
3 taxidermists in Cleburne County
Serving Heber Springs.
Heber Springs, AR
Heber Springs, AR
Using taxidermists in Cleburne County
A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.
What to ask before you commit
- What is your current turnaround time, in months?
- Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
- What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
- Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
- How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?
What it usually costs
Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.
Timing matters
Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.
