Taxidermists in Shenandoah County, Virginia

Shenandoah County offers rugged terrain for hunters working the ridges of the George Washington National Forest and private river bottoms. Whether you are tracking mountain bucks or spring gobblers, you need a local professional to handle your trophy once the hunt is over. The steep hills and heavy timber here produce some impressive wildlife that deserves quality preservation work.

You can find services located in Woodstock to handle your shoulder mounts, rugs, and skull cleanings. Clinedinst Taxidermy operates in the area, providing the specialized skills required to turn a successful day in the woods into a finished display. Having a shop nearby makes it easier to drop off your harvest while the hide is still fresh.

1 taxidermist in Shenandoah County

Serving Woodstock.

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Using taxidermists in Shenandoah 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.