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Taxidermists in Lincoln County, Montana

Lincoln County offers rugged terrain for hunters chasing trophy elk, mule deer, and black bears in the Cabinet Mountains. When you pull a mature bull or a heavy buck out of the Kootenai National Forest, you need a local professional who understands the specific anatomy of Northwest Montana big game. Local shops ensure your mount reflects the actual size and character of the animals found in this corner of the state.

Currently, Libby serves as the main hub for preservation services in the area. Hayes Taxidermy Studio provides specialized work for hunters coming off the surrounding ridges. Having a shop nearby simplifies the logistics of dropping off a cape or skull immediately after the pack-out, which is critical for maintaining hide quality during the early archery season or late-season hunts.

3 taxidermists in Lincoln County

Serving Libby, Troy.

Using taxidermists in Lincoln 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.

Other services in Lincoln County

Meat Processors (1)

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