Taxidermists in Archuleta County, Colorado

Archuleta County offers rugged terrain for elk and mule deer hunting, with most activity centered around Pagosa Springs. When you pull a trophy out of the San Juan National Forest, you need a local professional who understands the anatomy of high-altitude game. Having a specialist nearby makes it easier to transport your harvest directly from the field while the cape is still fresh.

Sys Taxidermy in Pagosa Springs provides mounting services for hunters working the local units. They handle traditional shoulder mounts and European mounts for the species common to this part of Southwest Colorado. Working with someone in town saves you the trouble of shipping antlers or hides back across the range after your trip.

1 taxidermist in Archuleta County

Serving Pagosa Springs.

Cole's Meat Processing / Sys Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Archuleta 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.

Other services in Archuleta County

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