Looking for a trusted bird taxidermist near Salt Lake City? Outlaw Taxidermy specializes in waterfowl and upland game, ducks, geese, pheasant, chukar and turkey, and we bring real, museum-grade feather work to every Salt Lake City-area bird. Salt Lake hunters are a short drive from Farmington Bay and the Great Salt Lake shoreline. We serve hunters across Salt Lake County and the greater region, so from the moment your bird reaches our table it is in the hands of people who do this every day.
Where to Hunt Near Salt Lake City
| Spot | What you will find |
|---|---|
| Farmington Bay WMA | The closest major marsh |
| Great Salt Lake shoreline | Open water |
| Jordan River | Urban river ducks |
Birds We Mount
Ducks & Geese
Mallards, pintails, teal, wigeon, gadwall, divers and every goose that works the local marshes, posed the way you remember the shot.
Upland Birds
Ring-necked pheasant, quail and the odd chukar off the nearby benches, mounted mid-flush or on a natural base.
Wild Turkey
Toms from the surrounding foothills and canyons in full strut, quarter-mount or fan-and-beard.
Restoration
Faded or damaged old mounts cleaned, re-groomed and rebuilt to look sharp again.
Care Your Bird Right Before You Bring It In
- Do not gut it. Field-dressing ruins a mount, we need the whole bird intact.
- Cool it fast. Get it out of a warm blind bag; heat and damp are the enemy of feathers.
- Nylon it. Slide it head-first into a stocking to hold every feather flat.
- Bag & freeze. Press the air out, seal, and freeze until you can reach us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a good bird taxidermist near Salt Lake City?
Yes. Outlaw Taxidermy specializes in waterfowl and upland bird taxidermy for Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County. Birds are our focus, which is exactly why local hunters trust us with their best trophies.
How do I care for my bird before bringing it in?
Never gut it. Slide it head-first into a nylon stocking to protect the feathers, seal it in a bag with the air pressed out, and freeze it. Frozen birds keep for months.
How do I get my bird to you from Salt Lake City?
We serve Salt Lake City and the surrounding area. Farmington Bay is about twenty minutes north. Reach out and we will arrange an easy drop-off or meet-up.
How long does a bird mount take, and what does it cost?
Bird mounts generally run several months depending on our seasonal backlog and the pose. Cost depends on species, pose and whether you want a habitat base, we quote you straight before any work starts.