Taxidermists in Adams County, Colorado

Adams County offers hunters convenient access to professional taxidermy work right on the edge of the Denver metro area. Being close to the South Platte River corridor and the eastern plains, local shops are accustomed to handling everything from North American big game to waterfowl. Most hunters in this area need a reliable professional who understands the specific field care required for Colorado species.

You can find services available in Brighton, which is centrally located for those coming back from the northeastern plains. Dan Gabarron operates in the county and provides specialized mounting for various types of trophies. Having a local option helps reduce travel time when dropping off your cape or birds after a successful hunt.

2 taxidermists in Adams County

Serving Brighton, Denver.

Almost Alive Taxidermy

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Denver, CO

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Dan Gabarron

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Brighton, CO

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Using taxidermists in Adams 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.

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