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Taxidermy Schools
provide many options, from a short 1-week course to an extensive
Taxidermy-In-Business Course ranging from 4-weeks to 6-months.
Quality Taxidermy School instruction facilities usually take
place in fully equipped and operating studios using up-to-date
supplies, equipment and techniques with professionally trained
instructors allowing you a true hands-on environment. The
tuition for schools varies. Expect to pay up to $5,000 for a
quality course, plus supplies and lodging.
A Trails End School Of Taxidermy (Minnesota)
310 West Main Street, P.O. Box 127, Rice, MN 56367
We offer a complete taxidermy school so you may learn the
taxidermy trade. This is a "hands-on" course. All of the
supplies and specimens are provided, and you keep your finished
pieces, which will get you on your way to filling your showroom.
If the full course isn't what you're looking for, we also do
break down the class by categories. Classes are limited to 8
students. Class length is 16 weeks. It is an evening class that
is held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.
Academy of Realistic Taxidermy (Montana)
HC 30 Box 230, Havre, MT 59501
"Masters building future Masters" "A.R.T." taxidermy school is
housed in north central Montana on nine acres and taught by
world's best and/or national champion master taxidermists
teaching only in their field of expertise. Some of A.R.T.'s
instructors include: Glen Browning, Don Holt, Larry Jensen, Pat
Rummans, Ken Walker, Stefan Savides, Jeff Lumsden, Doug Roffers,
Chris Krueger, Bruce Babcock, Richard Gensch, Kevin Hynes, Jan
Van Hoesen, Mike Orthober, Tom Weickum and more world's best and
national champions being added to our team to help teach and
better the taxidermy industry! At A.R.T. we have NO hidden
costs, we house and teach our students. ALL supplies and
specimens are covered and are the student's property to take
home with them. If you are looking for the best taxidermy
instruction with an intense business course included, then A.R.T.
would be the taxidermy school to look in to.
Alaska School of Taxidermy (Alaska)
651 S. Gulkana, Palmer, Alaska 99645
We offer a two, four, six, eight and/or ten week, state approved
taxidermy school program. Students will receive individualized
instruction from Master Taxidermists with over 20 years
experience apiece in Professional Museum Quality Taxidermy.
Classes are on an average 9 hours a day, 4 days a week, which
leaves time for such activities as hiking, skiing, snowmobiling,
hunting, fishing, camping, or maybe photographing our panoramic
views or our abundant wildlife. Let Alaska School of Taxidermy
help with your career choice for the future. Financing
available. Email us or visit our web site.
Bill Allen's Pocono Institute of Taxidermy (Pennsylvania)
Box 2038, White Haven PA 18661
Bill Allen's Pocono Institute of Taxidermy school was
established in 1969 and is the oldest most reputable taxidermy
school in the business. Located in the heart of the Poconos, we
are minutes away from Big Boulder, and Jack Frost Ski resorts,
Interstates 80, 81 and the PA Turnpike. Experience the best
fishing and hunting around. Our school offers a hands on 12 week
course that can also be broken down. We have successfully
trained 1000's of students who are now in business for
themselves.
American Institute of Taxidermy (Wisconsin)
4552 Hwy 51 North, Boulder Junction, WI 54512
The American Institute of Taxidermy is located in beautiful
Northern Wisconsin where you can enjoy excellent fishing and
hunting while learning taxidermy. The taxidermy school's
objective is to prepare the student for a productive taxidermy
career. We are committed to giving hands-on training and
personal attention so that each student will acquire the
necessary knowledge and skills to become a qualified
taxidermist. The courses will include related information such
as detailed mounting instructions, game laws, shop equipment and
layout, management, advertising, display techniques, customer
relations, and practical business ethics.
Central Texas School of Taxidermy (Texas)
11610 West RR 152, Llano, TX 78643
Kelly Leifeste operates this fully licenced and bonded taxidermy
school located in central Texas. 2 week and 6 week classes. We
are VA, JTPA and TRC approved.
Chris' Taxidermy / School (Minnesota)
Located 25 miles northwest of the Twin Cities
We are enrolling students for a "hands-on" taxidermy school. We
run a six week class for days or evenings. The classes teach
fish, upland game birds, migratory waterfowl, game heads, life
size mammals. You will learn natural habitat base work and
dioramas, finish work on all specimens, and air brushing. We
accept four students per session, for better individual hands on
instruction.
Colorado Institute of Taxidermy Training, Inc.
708 Royal Gorge Blvd., Canon City, CO 81212
Training the nation's quality taxidermists with award-winning
techniques for fish, birds, game heads, lifesize mounts and
rugs, taught by state certified instructors. Our taxidermy
school provides "hands-on" training and finished specimens are
showpieces for your taxidermy studio. Full course is 10 1/2
weeks with classes starting bimonthly. Financing available.
Dan Rinehart Taxidermy School (Wisconsin)
14 West Fulton Street, Edgerton, WI 53534
Full-time taxidermy school programs with master taxidermist Dan
Rinehart and international champion Steve Henthorn. Personal
training programs in gameheads, birds, fish and mammals. UAW and
veteran approved.
Hutton Valley School of Taxidermy (Iowa)
2514 Victory Lane, St. Charles, IA 50240
All roads to your next career or money-making hobby lead to us!
We offer a complete 7-week taxidermy school, as well as weekend
mini-classes for specific animals. Students may tape record or
videotape classes for future reference, if they wish, but are
responsible for bringing their own equipment to do so.
Kindred Spirits School of Taxidermy (Iowa)
110 N. Gear Ave., West Burlington, IA 52655
Dedication to bringing out the students' full creative
potential, helping to reach individual goals. Small classes,
insuring increased one on one instruction with award winning
teachers. Choices of 2 and 4 week Mini-courses or 8 week
complete course, catering to the students individual needs and
interests.
Mike's Taxidermy School (Minnesota)
16721 Valley Dr. NW, Andover, MN 55304
Twin Cities based taxidermy school and instruction by Master
Champion Mike Pendzimas for all skill levels. Classes are
ongoing so call or email to register.
Missoula Valley School of Taxidermy (Montana)
P.O. Box 1169, Thompson Falls, MT 59873-1169
Award winning taxidermy instructors. Two, four, and eight week
classes. All finished mounts property of the students. Licensed
and bonded by the state of Montana. Minimum of 16 mounts
completed per student.
Missouri Taxidermy Institute (Missouri)
Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. 4043 East Hwy 54, Linn Creek, MO
4-week and 8-week classes. Professional, intensive training at
an affordable price and time-frame. 4-week classes cover ducks,
upland game birds, whitetail shoulder mounts, life-sized
mammals, leather-wrapped antler plaques, cold-water fish,
warm-water fish, airbrushing, habitat, base-making, skinning,
salting, auto-tanning. 8-week traditional taxidermy school
covers all this, and more!
Montana School of Taxidermy and Tanning (Montana)
3280 Green Meadow Drive, Helena, MT 59601
The oldest commercial taxidermy school in the Northwest. Each
class is shown how to sculpt a new form using references and
death masks, and are required to make one fiberglass mold. Our
tanning course, worked in with the rest of our curriculum, is
second to none.
Montgomery Community College - Taxidermy School (North Carolina)
P.O. Box 787, Troy, NC 27371 -- 1-800-839-6222
Hands on one year full time Taxidermy Program. Covers large
game, small game, fish, birds, habitat construction,
reproductions and much more. A well rounded program since 1977.
References upon request.
Mountain Valley School of Taxidermy (Washington)
11826 SE 254th St., Kent, WA 98031
The taxidermy school offers personalized training for those
interested in the field, as a fulfilling career, or stimulating
hobby. You will benefit from the small classes and personalized
training that a smaller school can offer. Special three-day bird
classes available. All specimens are mounted and retained by the
student.
Northeast Michigan School of Wildlife Art (Michigan)
3361 US-23 South, Alpena, MI 49707 -- (517) 356-3600
Personalized taxidermy school training. All phases.
Award-winning instructors. Our course is designed for the
serious student who wants to make taxidermy a career. State
licensed and bonded. References upon request.
North Idaho School of Tanning and Taxidermy (Idaho)
P.O. Box 382, 409 North Main, Weippe, ID 83553
There are new opportunities presenting themselves in the tanning
and taxidermy industries that other taxidermy schools are
missing. Come learn taxidermy where you will gain the knowledge
you need to be successful and at the same time enjoy the North
Idaho landscape with excellent hunting and fishing
opportunities.
Northwest Iowa School of Taxidermy (Iowa)
Hwy. 71, Box 2711 Spirit Lake, Iowa
The Northwest Iowa School of Taxidermy was established in 1984
and since that time has successfully trained students from
across the nation, as well as Canada, Mexico, Australia, and
Europe. Students are instructed in state of the art techniques
by award winning instructors in our modern 7,600 square foot
facility.
Northwood School of Taxidermy (Pennsylvania)
P.O. Box 575-BT, Stoystown, PA 15563
Experience the finest taxidermy school instructions at a
residential school nestled in the best hunting and fishing
grounds in Somerset County. Master instructor. Small class size.
13 weeks hands-on training. Also can be broken down into fish (4
weeks), birds (3 weeks), and fur (6 weeks). Full class: $8495,
housing $900. Fish: $3000, housing $275. Birds: $2300, housing
$225. Fur $4500, housing $425. We have a complete 100%
satisfaction guarantee. Come visit out school and see the
Northwood difference!
Pennsylvania Institute Of Taxidermy (Pennsylvania)
118 Industrial Park, Ebensburg, PA 15931
The Pennsylvania Institute of Taxidermy was founded in 1983. For
the past 16 years, we have enjoyed helping those, like you, who
want the freedom and fulfillment of having their own business,
get the right start. Pennsylvania Institute of Taxidermy is
often imitated but, never duplicated. We are the only accredited
taxidermy school in the country. Our reputation is second to
none! Take the first step necessary to start your new career.
Pine Technical College (Minnesota)
1000 Fourth Street, Pine City, MN 55063
The Taxidermy Technology school at Pine Technical College
provides training in the business, technical and artistic
aspects of the taxidermy field. Students learn a variety of
techniques used to prepare birds, fish and amphibians and
mammals.
Pro Mount School of Taxidermy (Montana)
529 Jaque Lane, Billings, MT 59105
Pro-Mount School of Taxidermy's primary purpose is designed to
develop the skills necessary to become a fill time professional
taxidermist. The curriculum and method of one on one instruction
are custom tailored to meet the specific needs and requirements
of the individual student. You can be assured the full attention
of the instructor because of the one on one instruction you will
receive. The school has only one major objective: to provide
each student a method of instruction and skill development that
will insure success.
Second Creation Taxidermy School (Kansas)
11501 Riverview Ave., Kansas City, KS 66111
We offer one on one hands on taxidermy lessons. You pick your
class: Deer Heads, mammals, fish, birds, ect. ... or you can
learn them all.
Second Nature Taxidermy (Montana)
20360 Hwy. 200 E., Bonner, MT 59823
Complete training on the Blackfoot river in beautiful western
Montana. Our 6 week taxidermy school gives you the skills you
need to start your own taxidermy business. A minimum of 10
mounts completed per student, enough to start your own taxidermy
showroom.
Southland School of Taxidermy (Louisiana)
2603 Osceola Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
The Southland School of Taxidermy offers a full-featured course
of instruction preparing serious, interested persons for a
successful career as a professional taxidermist. Huey Tortorice,
a leading Southern taxidermist, offers personal, hands-on
instruction to students. This gives the student a definitive
advantage, leading to an in-depth understanding of the technical
art of taxidermy.
Tonneson's Taxidermy (North Dakota)
P.O. Box 454, Newburg, ND 58762
Tonneson's School of Taxidermy offers 8-week, 4-week or 2-week
courses from January through August. A maximum of two students
per training session allows enormous flexibility on how the
course is set up to match your interest.
Western Pennsylvania School of Taxidermy (Pennsylvania)
3058 Rt 36, Oliveburg, PA 15764
Learn to mount Gameheads, Lifesize, Birds, Fish, and Rugs, in
eight weeks in our taxidermy school!
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