Goodland, KS
Taxidermists in Sherman County, Kansas
Sherman County offers open prairie and draws that produce quality mule deer and upland birds. When you get a trophy down near Goodland, you need a local shop that understands the anatomy of High Plains game. A professional mount preserves the memory of the hunt and ensures the hide is handled correctly before any damage occurs from heat or improper storage.
There is currently one taxidermy service listed in the county located in Goodland. Bob's Wildlife Taxidermy LLC provides services for hunters in the area looking to mount local species. Having a shop right in town makes it easier to drop off your harvest quickly and discuss the specific pose or display options you want for your wall.
1 taxidermist in Sherman County
Serving Goodland.
Using taxidermists in Sherman 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.
