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Taxidermists in Lorain County, Ohio

Lorain County hunters have a few solid options for mounting their harvest after a successful season. With four active shops located near the southern borders, you can find service in New London, Wakeman, and Wellington. These local taxidermists handle a variety of game, focusing on the white-tailed deer and waterfowl common to the northern Ohio landscape.

If you are coming off a hunt near the Black River or the surrounding woodlots, shops like Reed’s Taxidermy in Wellington are positioned to take your deer for processing and mounting. It is always best to call ahead and check their current turnaround times before you drop off your hide or antlers.

4 taxidermists in Lorain County

Serving New London, Wakeman, Wellington.

Using taxidermists in Lorain 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 Lorain County

Drone Pilots (3)Meat Processors (3)Official Scorers (1)

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