Chelsey's Taxidermy
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Monroe, UT
Taxidermists in Sevier County, Utah
Sevier County is a central hub for hunters coming off the Monroe and Fishlake units. When you pull a trophy bull or a heavy mule deer from these mountains, you need a local shop that understands the specific anatomy of Utah game. Having a professional nearby in Monroe makes it easier to get your hide or head dropped off while it is still fresh, which is critical for a high-quality mount.
Chelsey's Taxidermy in Monroe provides the technical skill required to preserve your harvest. They handle big game mounts with the attention to detail that local hunters expect after a long season. Using a taxidermist in the valley saves you a long drive and ensures your trophy is handled by someone familiar with the local terrain and wildlife.
1 taxidermist in Sevier County
Serving Monroe.
Using taxidermists in Sevier 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.