Taxidermists in El Paso County, Colorado

El Paso County hunters typically focus on the mule deer and elk populations in the nearby Pike National Forest and surrounding foothills. With the local terrain transitioning from high plains to mountainous timber, tags for these units stay in high demand. Bringing down a trophy in this region requires a local professional who understands the specific physiology of Western game.

You can find taxidermy services located in Colorado Springs, including shops like Elk Ridge Taxidermy. These professionals handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to rug work for black bears taken in the front range. Having a reliable contact in the county ensures your cape and antlers are processed quickly after the pack out.

2 taxidermists in El Paso County

Serving Colorado Springs.

Elk Ridge Taxidermy

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Timberline Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in El Paso 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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