Bulkley's Taxidermy
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Panguitch, UT
Taxidermists in Garfield County, Utah
Garfield County spans a massive range of hunting territory, from the high timber of the Paunsaugunt to the desert canyons of the Escalante. When you pull a trophy out of the Boulder Mountain or the surrounding plateaus, you need a shop that understands the local mule deer and elk anatomy. Most hunters coming through this region look for services near the main corridors like US-89 or Highway 12 to handle their capes and antlers before the drive home.
Taxidermy services in the area are concentrated in Panguitch, providing a central point for those finishing hunts on the Dixie National Forest. Bulkley's Taxidermy operates out of Panguitch and handles local big game mounts. It is helpful to call ahead to confirm drop-off hours, especially if you are coming off the mountain late in the evening or during the peak of the general seasons.
2 taxidermists in Garfield County
Serving Panguitch.
Dickinson Taxidermy
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Panguitch, UT
Using taxidermists in Garfield 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.