West Union, OH
Taxidermists in Adams County, Ohio
Adams County holds some of the best whitetail genetics in the state, so you need a local shop that knows how to handle a mature Ohio buck. The rugged terrain around the Brush Creek area produces heavy antler growth and thick capes that require experienced hands to mount correctly.
You can find established taxidermy services in West Union, Manchester, and Peebles to handle your deer, turkey, or small game. Shops like Copas Taxidermy understand the specific anatomy of local wildlife. Having a taxidermist nearby makes it easier to drop off your trophy while the cape is fresh and discuss the specific pose you want.
3 taxidermists in Adams County
Serving Manchester, Peebles, West Union.
Manchester, OH
Peebles, OH
Using taxidermists in Adams 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.
