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Taxidermists in Jefferson County, Colorado

Jefferson County spans from the suburban edges of Denver into the rugged foothills of the Front Range. Hunters coming back from the nearby Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests or private land in the canyon country often need local services to handle their trophies. The terrain here transitions quickly from plains to high alpine, and finding someone who understands the local species is helpful after a successful season.

There is currently one taxidermy service listed in the county, located in Golden. Eagle Ridge Taxidermy provides mounting and preservation work for those hunting the surrounding mountains. Having a shop centrally located in the foothills makes it easier to drop off a harvest before heading back into the city.

5 taxidermists in Jefferson County

Serving Golden, Littleton, Westminster, Wheat Ridge.

Using taxidermists in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County

Meat Processors (1)Bow Shops (1)

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