Taxidermists in Jefferson County, Montana

Jefferson County sits in a prime spot between the Highland Mountains and the Boulder River, bringing in plenty of elk, mule deer, and antelope every season. Whether you are hunting the public lands near Whitehall or the higher elevations toward Basin, getting your trophy to a local shop quickly is important for preserving the cape. The dry climate here can be tough on hides if they aren't handled right in the field.

There is currently one taxidermy specialist listed in the county, based out of Whitehall. Nature's Vision Taxidermy handles local big game and can help with the specific mounting needs of Montana hunters. Having a shop right in the Jefferson Valley makes it easier to drop off your harvest without driving all the way into Butte or Helena after a long pack out.

1 taxidermist in Jefferson County

Serving Whitehall.

Nature's Vision Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Jefferson 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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