Village of Clarkston, MI
Taxidermists in Oakland County, Michigan
Oakland County offers several options for preserving a trophy after a successful season in the local hardwoods or marshes. With five established shops across the county, you can find specialized services ranging from traditional shoulder mounts to detailed European skull work. These taxidermists operate out of Highland Township, White Lake, Waterford, and the Village of Clarkston, providing convenient drop-off points for hunters coming out of the field.
Whether you took a mature buck on state land or a waterfowl limit near the lakes, these local professionals handle the tanning and mounting process. Hilde Wildlife Studio in the Village of Clarkston is one of the choices available for those looking for high-quality craftsmanship. These shops understand Michigan game and help turn your harvest into a lasting display for your home or cabin.
5 taxidermists in Oakland County
Serving Highland Township, Village of Clarkston, Waterford, White Lake.
White Lake, MI
Waterford, MI
Highland Township, MI
White Lake, MI
Using taxidermists in Oakland 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.
