Taxidermists in Franklin County, Ohio

Franklin County offers a few local options for mounting your harvest, whether you are hunting the woodlots near Grove City or pulling waterfowl from the Scioto River. While the area is largely urban, the resident taxidermists handle a mix of local whitetail and birds brought back from trips outside the Columbus metro area. You can find shops situated in Columbus, Grove City, Lockbourne, and Westerville.

These four businesses focus on different specialties, from traditional shoulder mounts to waterfowl work. For example, Central Flyway Taxidermy in Westerville provides services specifically for hunters targeting ducks and geese. Most shops in the county are small operations, so it is best to call ahead regarding turnaround times and drop-off requirements before the season peaks.

4 taxidermists in Franklin County

Serving Columbus, Grove City, Lockbourne, Westerville.

Using taxidermists in Franklin 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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