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Welcome...
to the official site of the Pennsylvania Taxidermist Association. We as an organization are continuing to grow each year, dedicating ourselves to preserving wildlife and bringing the art of taxidermy to a higher level. There is a lot to see and learn -- from advice about choosing a taxidermist and helping to create the perfect mount, to finding a PTA member near you, and even updated information on our conventions and competitions. Take a look around and find out what the PTA can do for you and how you can become a member!

2008 PTA Annual Convention
Best of Show Taxidermy
Best of Show Taxidermy
Best of Show Wildlife Art
Best of Show Wildlife Art

          Click here for more Major Award Winners
 

 
2008 Harrisburg Mini Competition
          Click here Mini Competition Results.

2007 Cabelas Mini-Competition Results
          Click here for Awards and Photos.
Points of Interest


Now that you've gotten that trophy of a lifetime...
How do you choose a taxidermist?
You've compiled a list of taxidermists from your buddies, the phone book, and maybe even this site. You've called around, asked around, and drove around...and now it's time to make a decision. You know that you're going to have to trust your trophy to someone... but how do you choose?
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How can you help your taxidermist create the perfect mount?
You're about to go on that great hunt... your bags are packed, you've checked all of your supplies, and you've gone through all of the scenarios in your head. You think you're prepared... but how will you prepare your trophy once you get it? What should you do to be sure that your trophy is in the best possible shape when you bring it to your taxidermist, and increase your odds of getting that perfect mount?
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Updated Saturday, May 03, 2008