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Taxidermist in Clinton, Missouri
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Timber Hole Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Clinton, Missouri, operating as a fully licensed and insured commercial studio and taxidermy school near Truman Lake.
You can bring in trophies for custom taxidermy or enroll in structured training programs that range from weekend seminars to multi‑species courses taught in small, hands‑on classes.
The studio positions itself as a premier, in‑depth, and personal taxidermy school in the Midwest while also serving local hunters and outdoorsmen with commercial work.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Whitetail deer
- • Antelope
- • Elk
- • Caribou
birds
- • Pheasants
small game
- • Fox
- • Coyote
- • Raccoon
- • Bobcat
exotic
- • Exotic goat species
Animal Mount Details
They focus on big game, small to medium mammals, birds, and game heads, with instruction and commercial work covering similar categories.
Available mount styles include shoulder mounts, game head mounts, bird mounts, tanning, and custom habitat bases.
Established in 2017 by retired U.S. Air Force Master Instructor Tom Dunlap, Timber Hole Taxidermy draws on formal taxidermy school training, award‑winning master instruction, and active membership in state and national taxidermy associations.
Reviews consistently highlight detailed, realistic mounts that customers describe as top quality and artistic, often better than work they have seen elsewhere.
Pricing & Turnaround
Course pricing is clearly listed for individual and comprehensive taxidermy classes, but you should contact the studio directly for current pricing on commercial taxidermy work.
Class schedules run January through September with full‑day sessions, and reviewers describe commercial turnaround times as quick and impressive for the level of quality.
In addition to mounting work, they offer extensive taxidermy instruction, business training, dedicated habitat courses, and optional tool kits for students.
What Customers Say
Customers strongly praise the quality and realism of the mounts, noting excellent detail on shoulder and euro mounts and other pieces.
Reviewers describe the team as friendly, down‑to‑earth, professional, and highly responsive, and many say they would gladly recommend the studio or return with future work.
Comments frequently mention fast, reliable turnaround and strong value for the price, with many repeat customers trusting them with important trophies.
Find Out More
Timber Hole Taxidermy operates at 1898 SE Hwy AA in Clinton, Missouri, serving Truman Lake and surrounding areas in the region.
To move forward, contact the studio to discuss your trophy or training goals, confirm current pricing and availability, and schedule a drop‑off or course date.
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