Buffalo, WY
Taxidermists in Johnson County, Wyoming
Johnson County offers diverse hunting terrain, from the high peaks of the Big Horn Mountains down to the sagebrush draws of the powder river basin. Hunters in this region typically pursue elk, mule deer, and pronghorn, often taking advantage of the high density of game found on both public and private lands.
If you harvest a trophy near Buffalo, you can find local taxidermy services to handle the preservation of your mount. Crazy Woman Taxidermy in Buffalo provides professional mounting for local big game species. Having a shop located right in the foothills makes it easier to drop off your cape or antlers before heading home.
3 taxidermists in Johnson County
Serving Buffalo, Kaycee.
Kaycee, WY
Buffalo, WY
Using taxidermists in Johnson 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.
