Taxidermists in Carbon County, Montana

Carbon County offers diverse hunting opportunities, from the sagebrush flats to the rugged slopes of the Beartooth Mountains. Whether you are chasing mule deer in the foothills or elk in the high country, the local terrain produces quality trophies every season. Finding a local professional to handle your cape and antlers helps ensure your harvest is preserved correctly after the pack out.

There is currently one taxidermy service listed in the county, located in the town of Roberts. Local shops like Purcell's Wildlife Artistry understand the specific anatomy of Montana big game. Having a professional nearby in the Rock Creek valley makes it easier to drop off your animal while the hide is still fresh.

1 taxidermist in Carbon County

Serving Roberts.

Purcell's Wildlife Artistry

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Using taxidermists in Carbon 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.