Hunters Trophy Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Charlottesville, Virginia

(434) 973-92114831 Seminole Trl, Charlottesville, VA 22911View on Yelp

About Hunters Trophy Taxidermy

Hunters Trophy Taxidermy is based in Charlottesville, Virginia, a city surrounded by some of the state's best hunting country in the Blue Ridge foothills and Shenandoah Valley region. The name says it plainly, this is a studio built around the needs of serious hunters who want their trophies preserved with care and accuracy. Charlottesville's location near the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests means there's no shortage of deer, turkey, and black bear harvests coming through the door each season. It's a practical choice for sportsmen throughout Central Virginia.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

The studio specializes in trophy mounts of the kind Virginia hunters care about most, including whitetail deer shoulder mounts, full body deer mounts, and black bear mounts in a variety of poses. Turkey and other upland bird mounts are handled with attention to feather detail and accurate coloring. Fish mounting services cover both skin mounts and replica options, useful for anglers fishing the James River or the reservoirs throughout the region. Antler mounting and European skull mounts offer clean, space-saving alternatives for hunters who want a different kind of display.

Service Area

Hunters Trophy Taxidermy serves Charlottesville and the broader Albemarle County area, along with customers coming in from Waynesboro, Staunton, and the surrounding Shenandoah Valley communities. The studio's location makes it accessible to hunters working the national forest land west of town.

Frequently Asked Questions

What poses are available for a whitetail deer shoulder mount?
Most studios offer a range of form options including straight-ahead, semi-sneak, and full sneak poses at a minimum. Some taxidermists can also source specialty forms that replicate a buck in a specific alert or aggressive posture, so it's worth discussing what scene you want to recreate.
Can you do a European skull mount instead of a full shoulder mount?
Yes, European mounts are a popular and more affordable option. The skull is cleaned down to the bone, sometimes whitened, and mounted on a panel or plaque. They take up less wall space and have a clean, modern look that a lot of hunters prefer.
How do I transport a black bear for mounting after a hunt in Virginia?
Keep the carcass cool and get it to the taxidermist as quickly as you can. Don't gut-shoot bears and assume the hide is fine. Contact the studio before dropping off so they can advise on how to skin and care for it properly.
Do you offer replica fish mounts for catch-and-release fishing?
Replica mounts are a great option if you released the fish or the skin quality wasn't good enough to work with. You'll need accurate length and girth measurements and a few good photos. Replicas are often more durable and color-accurate than skin mounts over time.
How long should I expect to wait for a turkey mount?
Turkey mounts generally take less time than big game, often in the range of 3 to 6 months. Spring turkey season tends to create a rush of drop-offs, so getting yours in early and asking about the current schedule is a smart move.
Is there a difference in cost between a full body mount and a shoulder mount?
Full body mounts require significantly more time, materials, and skill, so they cost considerably more than shoulder mounts. A deer shoulder mount might run $400 to $700, while a full body deer can be $1,500 or more depending on size and pose.

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