Taxidermists in Schoharie County, New York

Schoharie County offers varied terrain for New York hunters, from the steep ridges of the Catskill foothills to the agricultural flats near the Schoharie Creek. Most local hunters focus on the high deer densities found in the northern part of the county or target the black bears that frequent the heavy timber in the southern state forests.

When you harvest a trophy in this area, you have a local option for professional mounting services. One taxidermist is currently listed in the town of Schoharie, including Blue Ledge Taxidermy. Having a shop nearby simplifies the drop-off process and ensures your cape stays in good condition after the shot.

1 taxidermist in Schoharie County

Serving Schoharie.

Blue Ledge Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Schoharie 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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