Corydon, IN
Taxidermists in Harrison County, Indiana
Harrison County holds a high density of deer, especially in the rugged hills near the Ohio River and the timber around Corydon. When you drop a mature buck or a longbeard in these woods, you need a local shop that understands the specific anatomy of Ohio River Valley game. There are ten taxidermists currently serving the county, ranging from the southern bottoms of Mauckport up to Depauw.
Most operations are located in Corydon and Elizabeth, though you can find specialized work at shops like Lost Creek Taxidermy in New Salisbury. These professionals handle standard shoulder mounts, European mounts, and small game common to Southern Indiana. Having a shop nearby makes it easier to drop off your cape while it is fresh and talk through the specific pose you want for your trophy.
10 taxidermists in Harrison County
Serving Corydon, Depauw, Elizabeth, Mauckport, New Salisbury.
Corydon, IN
New Salisbury, IN
Corydon, IN
Corydon, IN
Elizabeth, IN
Elizabeth, IN
Mauckport, IN
Mauckport, IN
Depauw, IN
Using taxidermists in Harrison 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.
