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National Taxidermists Association

National Taxidermists Association

Dedicated to promoting and protecting the art and practice of taxidermy.

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  • About NTA
    • Overview
    • The History of the NTA
    • Past President’s Message
    • Board of Directors
    • Bylaws
    • Code of Ethics
  • Membership
    • Join the NTA
    • NTA Member Benefits
    • Charlie Fleming Educational Scholarship Fund
    • NTA Lifetime Judges
    • Directory
  • Convention
    • Convention Schedule
    • Competition Rules
    • Competition Divisions
    • Competition Judges
    • Competition Awards
    • Registration
    • Vendors
    • Hotel Information
    • Sponsorship
      • Convention Sponsors
      • Convention Sponsorship Form
  • Award Winners
    • 2021 Award Winners
    • 2019 Award Winners
    • 2018 Award Winners
    • 2017 Award Winners
    • 2016 Award Winners
    • Award of Excellence Award Winners
    • Taxidermist of the Year Award Winners
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The History of the National Taxidermists Association

The National Taxidermists Association was founded by Charlie Haynes of Poplar Bluff, Missouri in 1972. The history of the organization is rich with stories of inspiration, innovation, and community. The following resources provide great insight into the early years of the NTA and how it has evolved into the great organization it is today.

Articles & Publications

The NTA- The Early YearsNational Taxidermists Association, The Early Years, by Ralph Garland. Originally published on October 6, 2014 in Breakthrough Magazine.

 

A Tribute to Joseph BruchacA Tribute to Joseph Bruchac, 1912-1986. Originally published in Breakthrough Magazine.
NTA OfficersNTA Roster of Officers & Directors from 1972 – 2012

 

Videos


Henry Wichers Inchumuk Lifetime Award
The life story of taxidermist and naturalist Henry Wichers Inchumuk, awarded the first World Taxidermy Championships Lifetime Achievement Award.


Bill Geist at National Taxidermy Championship - from CBS Sunday Morning
CBS' offbeat reporter Bill Geist attends the National Taxidermy Championship, which he calls "a beauty pageant for inanimate animals." As he puts it, "there's something creepy about stuffed animals and the men who mount them." I agree with you, Bill, even if that's not what you meant. 🙂 Bill Geist can be seen regularly on CBS SUNDAY MORNING.


Al Holmes NTA Slideshow
Slideshow tribute to Al Holmes (1930-2010) of Wetumpka, Alabama, presented at the 2010 National Taxidermists Association awards banquet. Produced by Greg and Cindy Crain of Slidell, Louisiana.

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