Taxidermists in Rockingham County, Virginia

Rockingham County offers diverse terrain for local hunters, ranging from the steep ridges of the Blue Ridge to the river bottoms along the Shenandoah. Whether you are hunting bear in the national forest or pulling a mature buck out of a cedar thicket, you need a local professional to handle the hide and antler work. These shops understand the specific anatomy of Virginia game and how to preserve a trophy for a lifetime.

There are currently four taxidermists listed in the county with shops located in Elkton, Harrisonburg, and Timberville. Mountain Top Taxidermy in Elkton is one of the options available for those looking to get work done close to their hunting grounds. You can find someone nearby to handle shoulder mounts, European mounts, or rug work without driving across the state.

4 taxidermists in Rockingham County

Serving Elkton, Harrisonburg, Timberville.

Using taxidermists in Rockingham 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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