Taxidermists in Richmond County, Georgia

Richmond County hunters typically move through Augusta when hauling their harvest from the local creek bottoms or nearby management areas. While the county is heavily urbanized, the surrounding river swamps produce heavy-bodied bucks and plenty of waterfowl that deserve a spot on the wall. Finding a shop that handles both the mounting and the initial processing helps ensure your cape stays in good condition during the heat of a Georgia autumn.

Southland Taxidermy & Deer Processing in Augusta provides a local option for guys who need to drop off a deer quickly after the hunt. They handle the meat and the taxidermy in one location, which simplifies things when you are dealing with a big deer or a limit of ducks. Whether you are hunting private timber or public land along the Savannah River, having a reliable professional nearby makes a difference.

1 taxidermist in Richmond County

Serving Augusta.

Southland Taxidermy & Deer Processing

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Using taxidermists in Richmond 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.