Darryl's Taxidermy

They work on big game, small game, birds, and exotics, and also handle antler, skull, and tanning projects.

You can choose from shoulder mounts, full-body mounts, rugs, European mounts, antler mounts, and bird mounts.

The business notes over 35 years in the Grand Valley and up to 45 years of taxidermy experience for Darryl, with the studio featured in books, magazines, and newspapers.

Reviews highlight outstanding workmanship and realism, with many customers saying the mounts look alive and are hard to beat for quality.

Their website lists detailed, itemized pricing with fixed amounts and ranges, such as deer and antelope shoulder mounts around $675, elk and caribou shoulder mounts around $1,300–$1,400, and lifesize big game pieces ranging from about $3,300 to $10,000 depending on species and size.

Customers describe pricing as reasonable and well worth it, and note that while high volume can mean you may wait a little longer, the turnaround is considered worth the quality.

Additional services include hair-on tanning, antler repair and restoration, hydrographic camo dipping, skull cleaning and panel work, rugs, crating and shipping, and finished mounts for sale.