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Congratulations and welcome to our program. You have taken the first step to an exciting new adventure in the world of taxidermy and we are here to help you get started. Taxidermy Tech offers private one on one and small group training opportunities in all areas of taxidermy to include Gameheads, Fish, Waterfowl, Upland Birds, Large and Small Lifesize, Exotics, Reptiles, Molding and Casting and Form alterations. There are even specific course modules to prepare you for the business end of your new venture with training in startup planning, resourcing, marketing and management. Our programs are modular and tailored to your skill level and needs.
Reasonable rates and flexible payment schedules make it easy to start your new hobby, part time business or exciting new career in the facinating and profitable world of Taxidermy.
Located in Pensacola, Florida our programs have historically drawn students from all over the United States. With over 30 years in the Taxidermy industry and 20 years in Taxidermy Instruction, we are confident that we will provide you with a quality learning experience. If you are interested in learning basic skills, improving your commercial technique or advancing in taxidermy competition, contact us today and let us create a program for you.
Ken & Valerie Darville
BIO
Kens experience in the taxidermy industry has spanned over 35 years with much of it as an instructor. He competed throughout much of the southeast from 1995 to 2001 winning multiple awards at State, Regional and National levels. He has had long careers in the Army and as a Defense Contractor. He and his wife Valerie currently own and operate the Taxidermy Tech Training and Mentorship Program in Pensacola Florida where they teach taxidermy courses to more than 50 students per year and mentor a team of resident interns and employees. They live in Pensacola Florida and have 3 daughters, 2 sons and 7 grandchildren.
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