Since 1975, The American Institute of Taxidermy has been proud to be the leader in taxidermy training. Now we would like to bring that training to the comfort of your own home by being the first to offer online classes. Starting in January 2008, we began offering Deer and Pheasant Mounting sessions. In August 2008 we expanded our offerings to include sessions in Coyote, Bass and Squirrel Mounting.
Advantages of OnLine Taxidermy Training
Flexibility - Continue to live your life, devote time to family, friends and work as needed, and still have time to learn a new career.
Save Time and Money - Work a full-time job while learning your new career, thus saving you time lost having to attend classes or going to part-time status. No travel or lodging fees.
Learn - A new career in the comfort of your own home at your own pace.
Mount - Your own trophy Deerhead for under $70 in materials, or your own trophy pheasant for under $15.
Receive a Certificate of Completion upon sending pictures of your completed mount and approval by Dennis D.Rinehart..
READ WHAT OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY!
"... Every step of your video was very clear and concise. I found when I
had questions your staff at American Taxidermy Online was extremely
helpful in getting me in touch with you or another staff member that
could answer my question. I'm looking forward to taking more classes as
I've notice there have been others offered since I took my first class
in Pheasant mounting. Thank you Dennis for everything; you have
provided me with a new trade that I enjoy immensely and the tools to be
successful in taxidermy." Mike from Colorado
"... I have thoroughly enjoyed this class and have learned a great deal. The video quality was more than I expected and more than explained any question I may have had. I look forward to starting my next class soon." Eric from Pennsylvania
"... I LOVED your on-line course! Your instructions were clear and concise and I loved having the disks to go back and review your procedures. I especially liked your personal contact in response to the few questions I had. You are an excellent instructor and a fantastic taxidermist! Your style of teaching makes learning easy!...."
Alison from Michigan
"... Enjoyed mounting these squirrels a lot and I can see that I did a better job on the second one than the first. I'm looking forward to my next class (coyote) and challenge." Jack from Indiana
"... I thought the online course (and the DVDs that come with it) were far more detailed than anything I have seen. I never had to guess at anything because nothing was missing. I look forward to taking the online bird class soon...."
Bob from Iowa
"... The class was very easy to learn from and let me produce good quality mounts...."
Philip from Nebraska
"...The class took me step-by-step to an awesome finished mount. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge with someone that enjoys the great outdoors from harvest to memory reminders each time I see my mount on the wall...." Darin from Texas
NEW CLASSES START EACH SATURDAY AT 9 AM!!!
Enroll in the series of your choice and begin training THIS SATURDAY!!!
High-Speed Internet Connection Required.
Video of each week's training session will be available online for a period of one week.
Bird Mounting - Mallard Duck
$79
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
This program will show you step-by-step instructions to create any
flying duck mount. From fleshing, proper washing, positioning, making
your background and hanging it on your wall, you will be delighted with
the resulting quality mount.
Total instruction time for the five-session Mallard Duck class is 3.83 hours!
Fish Mounting - Walleye
$79
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
The secret to excellent fish mounting is proper mounting techniques and
painting, which you are about to learn. This program will take you from
selecting the best side, skinning, fleshing, manikin prep, mounting, fin
work, eye set to painting, step by step with clear and specific
demonstrations and instructions. Program includes illustrated painting
instruction drawing.
Total instruction time for the four-session Walleye mounting class is 5.22 hours!
Coyote & Fox
Pedestal Mounting
$149
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor
Learn a beautiful new way to mount your small mammals – pedestal mounting. This program demonstrates the techniques for creating both a fox and a coyote pedestal mount (can be used for other animals as well).
We go from skinning, fleshing, manikin alterations, mounting to finish work and show both the cast lip/nose system as well as the traditional method. The techniques you learn in this program will result in quality pedestal mounts that you will be proud to show your customers.
Total instruction time for the seven -lesson class is more than 7 1/2 hours!
Turkey Flying and Turkey Strutting
$149
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor
This program will show you step-by-step instructions to create 2 awesome turkey mounts – one flying and one strutting. From fleshing, proper washing, positioning, making your background and hanging it on your wall, you will be delighted with the resulting quality mounts. The techniques you will learn in this program will result in a pair of stunning mounts you will be proud to display.
Total instruction time for the ten-lesson Turkey class is more than 7 1/2 hours!
Raccoon Mounting
$149
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
Using clear and detailed demonstrations and instructions, the techniques taught in this program can be used by the beginner and the professional taxidermist alike. We go from skinning, fleshing, manikin preparation, eye setting, mounting to finish work. Using professional and non-professional equipment, the techniques you will learn in this program will result in a quality raccoon mount you will be proud to display.
Total instruction time for the six-session Raccoon mounting class is more than 5 hours!
Coyote Rug Mounting
$195
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
Using clear and detailed demonstrations and instructions, the techniques taught in this program can be used by the beginner and the professional taxidermist alike. We go from skinning, fleshing, eye setting, mounting to finish work. We show both the cast lip/nose system as well as the traditional method. Using professional and non-professional equipment, the techniques you will learn in this program will result in a quality coyote rug you will be proud to display.
Total instruction time for the nine-session coyote rug class is more than 10 hours!
Coyotes: Full Mount, Shoulder Pedestal Mount, & Tail Mount
$195
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
Using clear and detailed demonstrations and instructions, the techniques taught in this program can be used by the beginner and the professional taxidermist alike. We go from skinning, fleshing, manikin, wiring, mounting to finish work, resulting in these incredible coyote mounts. Using professional and non-professional equipment, the techniques you will learn in this program, will result in quality coyote mounts you will be proud to display.
Total instruction time for the seven-session Coyote mounting class is more than 7 hours!
Squirrels: Black Squirrel & Pine Squirrel
$95
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
Small mammals are exciting to mount because of the creative and numerous positions in which they can be mounted. Using clear and specific demonstrations and instructions, the techniques taught in this program can be used by both the beginner and the professional taxidermist. We go from skinning, fleshing, manikin, wiring, mounting to finish work, resulting in incredible black squirrel & pine squirrel mounts. Using professional & non-professional equipment, the techniques you will learn in this program, will result in quality squirrel mounts you will be proud to display.
Total instruction time for the five-session Squirrel mounting class is more than 4 hours!
Bass: Largemouth & Smallmouth
$149
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
The secret to excellent fish mounting is proper mounting techniques and painting, which you are about to learn. This program will take you from selecting the best side, skinning, fleshing, manikin prep, mounting, fin work, eye set, to painting, step by step with clear and specific demonstrations and instructions. Program includes (2) illustrated painting instruction drawings.
Total instruction time for the five-session Bass mounting class is more than 4 hours!
Deerhead Mounting -
$295
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
The secret to the success of this program is the quality instruction that provides clear and detailed demonstrations of each step. I will show you every step from taking the cape off the animal to putting in on the wall including skinning, fleshing, tanning, repairing bullet holes, manikin prep, mounting, antler repair and finishing. You will learn everything you need to know in this highly informative program.
Total instruction time for the seven-session Deerhead class is more than 7 hours!
Bird Mounting - Pheasant
$149
with Dennis D. Rinehart, your personal instructor.
This program will show you step-by-step instructions to create 2 gorgeous pheasant mounts - one flying and one standing. From fleshing, proper washing, positioning, making your background, and hanging it on your wall, you will delighted with the resulting quality mounts. The techniques you will learn in this program, will result in a pair of stunning mounts you will be proud to display.
Total instruction time for the six-session Pheasant class is more than 4 1/2 hours!
After teaching 1000's of students, I have learned what students need to know to learn the art of taxidermy. I have mounted for sportsmen, museums, and schools. Mounts done by the students of American Institute of Taxidermy under my supervision have won numerous awards in competitions. I have been featured in sports magazines, TV sport shows, and have given numerous presentations and demonstrations for Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, White Tail Unlimited and other organizations. I am now sharing this knowledge, my 40 years in the field of taxidermy completing over 35,000 professional mounts, in these taxidermy programs for you to learn taxidermy in your own home.
The secret you need to know to be successful in the art of taxidermy is quality instruction. In these programs I become your personal instructor in your own home. I will take you step-by-step from skinning to finishing using clear and detailed demonstrations and instructions. My experience and skills as a taxidermist and instructor will teach you to successfully complete a beautiful and professional looking mount.
I look forward to working with you.
Dennis D. Rinehart
Owner,
Professional Taxidermist & Instructor
Coyote Mounting
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After teaching 1000's of students, I have learned what students need to know to learn the art of taxidermy. I have mounted for sportsmen, museums, and schools. Mounts done by the students of American Institute of Taxidermy under my supervision have won numerous awards in competitions. I have been featured in sports magazines, TV sport shows, and have given numerous presentations and demonstrations for Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, White Tail Unlimited and other organizations. I am now sharing this knowledge, my 40 years in the field of taxidermy completing over 35,000 professional mounts, in these taxidermy programs for you to learn taxidermy in your own home.