Taxidermists in Hopkins County, Kentucky

Hopkins County offers diverse hunting opportunities, from the reclaimed mine lands to the bottomlands along the Pond River. If you tag a buck in the hardwoods near White Plains or drop a limit of ducks in the local wetlands, you will need a reliable professional to handle the mount. The humidity in Western Kentucky can be tough on hides, so choosing a local shop that understands the specific conditions of our region is important for long-term preservation.

There is currently one taxidermy option listed in the county, located in White Plains. G K Taxidermy Service provides mounting for hunters in the area who want to preserve their harvest without driving to Madisonville or across county lines. Whether you are looking to mount a typical whitetail or local waterfowl, having a professional nearby makes the drop-off and pickup process much simpler during a busy season.

1 taxidermist in Hopkins County

Serving White Plains.

G K Taxidermy Service

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White Plains, KY

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Using taxidermists in Hopkins 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.

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