Graduate Student Course Reviews

I had purchased videos and probably could have learned some basic skills in taxidermy on my own after thousands of dollars and many trials. Sure, I could have finished that ONE deer shoulder mount by trial and error. At school I was able to mount a lifesize Elk, a lifesize Wolf, Deer and Elk shoulder mounts, two Birds, two Fish, a Bear rug and an Antler plaque. All in five weeks.

I have read and heard arguments about wasting my time and money attending a taxidermy school, but after attending Second Nature I feel my time and money were well spent ten times over. I'm sure trials and errors may come in my own time of doing taxidermy by myself, but feel that the things I learned at Second Nature have given me the confidence to keep going and problem solve myself. I also know that the learning never stops and that Bills open door policy doesn't just end the day you leave school.

I know he would be willing to help me anytime. Second Nature School of Taxidermy is the school I would recommend to anyone that would like to learn the basic and advanced skills from a Veteran.

Eli Harris
Harris & Son Taxidermy Studio
Roseburg, OR

A recommendation from Brunell Taxidermy Studio

In my research for a taxidermy school, I decided to check into Second Nature. After talking to Bill Dishman at the Second Nature Taxidermy School I discovered that he could give me the flexibility of one on one training, from a seasoned and very easy going, talented professional.

I chose his school and I am glad to say that Bill gave me the tools to go out and start my own studio, and the skills to find out the answers to problems that I might come across in the field.

Bill has since been available whenever I have questions, or to share in my trials as well as my successes...and thanks to Bill I have been doing very well.

Before pursuing my dream of becoming a taxidermist, I was a licensed clinical psychologist and a published author.

As an avid fisherman and with a love for the outdoors I found that there was a year and a half wait for taxidermy work in my area. I thought to my self that maybe this would be something for me to explore.

I found out that with some guidance, hands on experience, and working in an actual operating taxidermy studio with one of the nicest and competent guys you could ever work with, I was able to learn a new field. I highly recommend Second Nature Taxidermy School.

If you would like to talk with me about attending Second Nature, I would be more than happy to talk with you. You can either email me or call me at (425) 880-4394.

Chris

Brunell Taxidermy Studio

When I decided that taxidermy was something that I wanted to pursue, I looked at several different options. My conclusion was that I did not want to go through the trial and error of learning through self study or videos.

I wanted to learn from someone who knew what they were doing and could teach me the proper techniques. I also wanted to get connected with good suppliers, necessary tools, and start a showroom for my new business.

I got everything I needed at Second Nature School of Taxidermy in Bonner Montana.

Bill Dishman offers an excellent training program. This was the best way for me to get what I needed, and I was able to start my own business after the 5 week course.