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Discussion in 'Beginners' started by Steven Herring, Nov 28, 2022.

  1. Nov 28, 2022 #1
    Steven Herring

    Steven Herring New Member

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    I'm looking at getting into the taxidermy trade I've been skinning animals since I was around 11 or 12 years old I've salted coon hides to work with dogs I know taxidermy is a lot different than that what would be a good way to get started I'm more of a hands on learner
    TIA
     
  3. Nov 28, 2022 #2
    Tanglewood Taxidermy

    Tanglewood Taxidermy Well-Known Member

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    Go to Research Mannikins website and order some DVDs. Taxidermy Training Unlimited also has great DVDs. Go to McKenzie Taxidermy supply and order Rick Carter's Mounting A White tailed Deer A toZ. That will give you a feel for what is involved. if you want to get into something, you have to have a monetary investment into it first. Good luck on your new adventure!
     
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  5. Nov 29, 2022 #3
    joeym

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    Great advice!
     
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  6. Nov 29, 2022 #4
    Tanglewood Taxidermy

    Tanglewood Taxidermy Well-Known Member

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    I am a hands on learner also. That's why I bought the videos and forms and eyes, ear liners, glue... all sorts of stuff and practiced on those. I also found a taxidermist that let me come to his shop and help out as a volunteer.
     
  7. Nov 29, 2022 #5
    Frank E. Kotula

    Frank E. Kotula master, judge, instructor

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    After all of that join your state association and get involved as they have great seminars plus meet with other members and talk taxidermy
     
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