Zimmerman Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Denver, Pennsylvania

(484) 513-7968805 S Ridge Rd, Denver, PA 17517View on Yelp
Zimmerman Taxidermy - taxidermy in Denver, PA

About Zimmerman Taxidermy

Zimmerman Taxidermy is based in Denver, Pennsylvania, a small Lancaster County community surrounded by some of the best whitetail deer habitat in the Mid-Atlantic region. Pennsylvania's hunting culture runs deep here, and local taxidermists like this one understand the significance hunters place on preserving a trophy properly. Denver sits close to the Muddy Creek corridor and the rich farmland edges that produce big bucks every fall season. If you're looking for someone who knows the animals that come out of this part of PA, a local shop is hard to beat.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Zimmerman Taxidermy handles the full range of work hunters and collectors bring through the door. Deer shoulder mounts are a staple, involving careful skin preparation, form selection, and hand-painted detail work to match the animal's natural coloring. Fish mounts, either skin or reproduction, capture the exact markings of your catch before they fade. Turkey fan mounts and small game work are also common requests from hunters working Pennsylvania's varied seasons.

Service Area

Zimmerman Taxidermy serves hunters and anglers in Denver, PA and throughout Lancaster and Berks County. Clients from Adamstown, Ephrata, and the surrounding rural communities regularly use local taxidermy shops in this area for deer, turkey, and fish work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after the harvest should I bring my deer in?
You should get your deer to the taxidermist as quickly as possible, ideally within 24 hours. If you can't get there right away, cape the deer carefully and keep it refrigerated or frozen to prevent hair slippage.
What is the typical turnaround time for a whitetail shoulder mount?
Most taxidermists in Pennsylvania quote six months to a year, though busy shops during peak deer season can run longer. It's always worth asking upfront so you can plan around hunting seasons and display timing.
Do I need to do anything to prepare my trophy before dropping it off?
Proper field dressing and keeping the cape clean and cool goes a long way. Avoid cutting the throat or making incisions too far up the neck, and don't drag the deer in a way that damages the shoulder cape.
Can a taxidermist work with a deer that was frozen whole?
Yes, whole frozen deer can be worked with successfully as long as the hide wasn't compromised before freezing. Let your taxidermist know the storage conditions so they can assess the cape when it thaws.
Are reproduction fish mounts better than skin mounts?
Reproduction mounts are cast from fiberglass and painted to match your specific fish, so they don't degrade over time the way skin mounts can. Many anglers prefer them because you can release the fish and still get a permanent, high-quality display piece.
How much does a typical deer shoulder mount cost in Pennsylvania?
Prices vary by shop and the complexity of the mount, but most quality shoulder mounts in PA range from $400 to $700. Specialty poses or habitat bases will add to the cost.

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