West Fork, AR
Taxidermists in Washington County, Arkansas
Washington County hunters have a few reliable options for preserving a trophy after a successful season in the Ozarks. With shops located in Springdale, West Fork, and Winslow, you can find a local professional to handle shoulder mounts or European mounts without driving across the state. These shops are familiar with the typical antler spreads and hides of deer taken from the surrounding national forest and private timberlands.
If you drop a buck near the southern end of the county, B&R Taxidermy and Processing in Winslow is a convenient stop for both meat and mount work. Whether you are coming off a hunt near Devils Den or the rural ridges outside of Fayetteville, these three businesses provide the technical skill needed to finish your season. Be sure to call ahead during the modern gun opener to check their current turnaround times.
3 taxidermists in Washington County
Serving Springdale, West Fork, Winslow.
Winslow, AR
Springdale, AR
Using taxidermists in Washington 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.
