Taxidermists in Pottawatomie County, Kansas

Pottawatomie County hunters usually focus on the heavy-racked whitetails found along the Kansas River and the deep draws near Wamego. This area produces big deer and plenty of waterfowl, so finding a local shop that understands the specific anatomy of Midwest specimens is important. You want a mount that looks natural and holds up over time.

There are currently two taxidermists listed for this county, both located in Wamego. Shops like BG Taxidermy handle everything from standard shoulder mounts to specialty projects. Having your work done locally makes it easier to discuss the pose and check on progress without driving across the state.

2 taxidermists in Pottawatomie County

Serving Wamego.

BG Taxidermy

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Wamego, KS

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Red Cedar Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Pottawatomie 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.