Walton, IN
Taxidermists in Cass County, Indiana
Cass County hunters have several local options for preserving a harvest, with seven active shops concentrated around Logansport, Royal Center, Walton, and Galveston. Whether you are coming off the Wabash River or out of the timber, these professionals handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to skull work. You can find specialized services like Miller's Whitebone Creations in Galveston for specific finishes or traditional mounting elsewhere in the county.
The local shops here understand Indiana game and provide services ranging from deer and turkey to custom leather work. Having multiple taxidermists in the Royal Center area makes it easy for guys on the north side of the county to drop off a hide without driving across the state. Most of these professionals work out of private studios, so it is best to call ahead regarding turnaround times and drop-off procedures during the busy fall seasons.
7 taxidermists in Cass County
Serving Galveston, Logansport, Royal Center, Walton.
Royal Center, IN
Galveston, IN
Logansport, IN
Royal Center, IN
Logansport, IN
Royal Center, IN
Using taxidermists in Cass 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.
