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Fish Mounting Class Schedule

Specimen handling and care, tagging Anatomy and structure of specimen Proper Measurements Skinning, scraping and preserving	36 hours
Manikin selection preparation and mounting Finish work: fin work, repairs and coverage of imperfections, proper eye setting and sealing	36 hours
Airbrushing basics: learn proper handling and techniques of using an airbrush	16 hours
Airbrushing fish	16 hours
Finish work	4 hours

Business lectures at various times.

Class Requirements:
Each Student will mount 10 fish, 4 panfish and 6 gamefish One of the gamefish will be a pedestal mount (360°) which is a fish that can be viewed from all angles. This type of mount is used in competition. A natural habitant base for the 360° mount will be made.

	Specimens: Student may bring their own specimens (provided that they are properly cared for) or obtain specimens at a cost from American Institute of Taxidermy.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION After completion of the each taxidermy course, a Certificate of Completion is given to the student.

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American Institute of Taxidermy
4552 Hwy 51 North
Boulder Junction, WI 54512
(715) 385-9146 or 1-800-853-9146