Taxidermists in Big Horn County, Montana

Big Horn County offers diverse hunting opportunities, ranging from mule deer in the pine hills to waterfowl along the Bighorn River. When you bring down a trophy in this region, getting it to a professional quickly is essential for preserving the hide and antlers. The local terrain and climate require specific handling to ensure your mount lasts.

Hardin serves as the primary hub for hunters needing taxidermy work after a successful trip. You can find specialized services like Bonehead Boiler in Hardin, which focuses on skull cleaning and European mounts. Having a local option nearby saves you a long drive when you need to drop off a head or pick up finished work.

1 taxidermist in Big Horn County

Serving Hardin.

Bonehead Boiler

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Using taxidermists in Big Horn 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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