Andy Campbell: Mounting & Finishing a Flying Canada Goose
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

This video covers from skinning, fleshing, degreasing and washing/drying the skin, and then continues with the complete mounting and finishing process. Includes form preparation, wiring the wings/legs, painting the bill, setting the eyes, caulking & positioning the wings, and grooming. 3 hrs.(2-disc set)

Andy Campbell: Mounting & Finishing a Gobbling Turkey
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Andy starts with a turkey skin (leg to leg incision)that has already been prepared for mounting. Complete mounting & finishing procedure includes form preparation, wiring the wings/legs, injecting the feet, painting a freeze-dried head & the legs, and includes a custom habitat. Andy also demonstrates the "Fortune Tailer", a tool which he invented and produces, to create a beautiful tail. 2 1/2 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Andy Campbell: Skinning & Fleshing a Turkey
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Andy shows you everything you need to know to properly skin a turkey, using a leg-to-leg incision. Covers removing the tail, complete skinning, fleshing, washing and preserving the skin, ready for the mounting process. 1 1/4 hours.

Ashley Barrett: Mounting & Finishing a Life-size Black Bear
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Ashley starts with a tanned skin & demonstrates final skin preparation. Detailed steps on how to modify manikin to change neck & leg pose. Covers complete mounting & finishing process, using ear liners. 3 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Ashley Barrett: Mounting & Finishing a Lifesize Mountain Lion
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Ashley starts with a tanned skin and goes through the process of thinning and final skin preparation. Also includes very detailed steps on how to modify your form to change-out the head and neck pose. Every aspect of mounting and finishing are also covered, such as installing earliners, setting eyes, clay and epoxy work, even proper placement when reattaching whiskers. Lots of information and close-up detailed shots. 3 3/4 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Brian Harness: Flying Pheasant
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Brian covers everything you need to know, from skinning, fleshing and form preparation. He then shows you the mounting procedure for a flying pose. Brian also describes the finishing details required once your bird has fully dried. (1 1/2 hours.)

Brian Harness: LS Bobcat: Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Starting with a tanned skin, Brian shows you his techniques for mounting a lifesize bobcat. This video covers everything you need to know, including form preparation, as well as finishing and painting. This video is unique in the fact it cross-references with footage of a live bobcat as Brian works on various areas of the mount. Great detailed shots. 2 1/2 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Brian Harness: LS Bobcat: Skinning, Fleshing, Tanning
Taxidermy Trainging Unlimited

Brian shows you his techniques for skinning a lifesize bobcat. He then takes you through the fleshing process, using a Pressure Washer. Using the Krowtann method, Brian then proceeds to explain the complete tanning process. Also includes turning ears and splitting lips. (1 1/4 Hours.)

Brian Harness: Mounting & Finishing a Lifesize Coyote
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Starting with a tanned skin, Brian shows you his techniques for mounting a lifesize coyote. This video covers everything you need to know, including skin and form preparation, using artificial nose and earliners, as well as finishing and painting. Lots of close-up footage.

Brian Harness: Mounting & Finishing a Lifesize Grey Fox
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Starting with a tanned skin, Brian shows you his techniques for mounting a lifesize grey fox, interspersed with some live footage of a grey fox for reference. This video covers everything you need to know, including form preparation, using artificial nose and earliners, as well as finishing and painting. Lots of close-up footage.

Brian Harness: Mounting & Finishing a Lifesize Racoon
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Starting with a tanned skin, Brian shows you his techniques for mounting a lifesize raccoon. This video covers everything you need to know, including skin and form preparation, sewing repairs, as well as finishing and painting. Lots of close-up footage. (1 1/2 Hours.)

Brian Harness: Pressure-Washer Fleshing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Pressure Washing is a relatively new way of fleshing. Brian reviews the various equipment available and gives in-depth explanation on which ones to use for specific species. This video shows actual fleshing of the following: Raccoons, Bobcat, Deer Cape, Deer Skull, and Turkey, but can be adapted to most species. DVD also includes a reference guide for different species with recommended tips/heads and pressure settings. This is a very unique and time saving fleshing system. 1 Hour.

Dale Carson: Airbrush Techniques
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Dale demonstrates how to use both single and double action airbrushes, to achieve various painting techniques. He also demonstrates how to properly clean the brushes, and also discusses how to mix your paint for better application, as well as trouble shooting tips. Very informative for those who are new to using airbrushes and would like to see how to properly use them. Information in this video can be applied to most single or double-action airbrushes available.

Dale Carson: Brown Trout Painting
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Dale shows you how to recreate the beautiful colors of a brown trout, with an airbrush. His painting techniques makes him one of the top fish taxidermists in the country. Includes some scale tipping and fine detailing. All close up shots leave few questions unanswered. NOTE: since fish colorations can vary with different regions, any paint schedule used by the instructor could be different from the fish species in your area. Some adaptions may be required. In this regard, we recommend you use local reference materials of fish from your region. No mounting procedures in this video.

Dale Carson: Coldwater Fish Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Dale takes you through the complete procedure of mounting a coldwater fish. From skinning and fleshing to mounting. Dale also talks about installing an artificial head, setting the eyes, and the finishing process. Since all trout are basically the same, this video will work for mounting any species of trout or salmon. Close up, detailed shots. There is no painting in this video.

Dale Carson: Largemouth Bass Painting
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Dale shows you how to recreate the beautiful markings of a largemouth bass, with an airbrush. His painting techniques makes him one of the top fish taxidermists in the country. Includes some scale tipping and fine detailing. All close up shots leave few questions unanswered. NOTE: since fish colorations and markings can vary with different regions, any paint schedule used by the instructor could be different from the fish species in your area. Some adaptions may be required. In this regard, we recommend you use local reference materials of fish from your region. No mounting procedures in this video.

Dale Carson: Smallmouth Bass Painting
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Dale shows you how to recreate the beautiful markings of a smallmouth bass, with an airbrush. His painting techniques makes him one of the top fish taxidermists in the country. Includes some scale tipping and fine detailing. All close up shots leave few questions unanswered. NOTE: since fish colorations and markings can vary with different regions, any paint schedule used by the instructor could be different from the fish species in your area. Some adaptions may be required. In this regard, we recommend you use local reference materials of fish from your region. No mounting procedures in this video.

Dale Carson: Warmwater Fish Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Dale takes you through the complete procedure of mounting a warmwater fish. From skinning and fleshing to mounting. Includes how to modify your mannikin. This video will work for mounting either a Largemouth or Smallmouth Bass. Close up, detailed shots. There is no painting in this video.

Danny Owens: Mounting & Finishing a Flying Quail
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Danny starts out with brief segment on field care and how to choose a mountable specimen. Using a Bob White quail, this video covers everything from start to finish on skinning, form preparation, repairs, finishing, and painting. Very detailed and great close-up shots. (2-Disc Set)

Danny Owens: Mounting & Finishing a Flying Turkey
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Danny starts with a turkey skin (belly incision)that has already been prepared for mounting, and a pre-painted artificial head. He demonstrates how to re-create the neck using the wrapped method, form preparation, wiring the wings & legs, and grooming. Also includes injecting the feet and painting the legs. (2-Disc Set)

Danny Owens: Mounting & Finishing a Ruffed Grouse (Displaying)
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

This video covers how to achieve a dramatic and striking pose of this magnificent game bird. Danny covers everything from start to finish on skinning, form preparation, repairs, finishing, and painting.Very detailed and great close-up shots. (2-Disc Set)

Danny Owens: Mounting & Finishing a Standing Dove
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Danny starts out with brief segment on field care and how to choose a mountable specimen The Mourning Dove is one of the most difficult game birds to mount, and in this video Danny makes it looks easy, as he covers everything from start to finish on skinning, form preparation, repairs, finishing, and painting. Very detailed and great close-up shots. (2-Disc Set)

Danny Owens: Mounting and Finishing a Standing Turkey
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Danny starts with a turkey skin (belly incision) that has already been prepared for mounting, and a pre-painted artificial head. He demonstrates how to re-create the neck using the wrapped method, form preparation, wiring the wings & legs, and grooming. Also includes injecting the feet and painting the legs. (2-Disc Set)

Danny Owens: Skinning and Fleshing a Turkey
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Using a belly incision, Danny shows you everything you need to know to properly skin a turkey. This video covers removing the head, skinning, fleshing, washing, and preserving the skin, ready for the mounting process. 1 1/2 hours.

Danny Owens: Standing Pheasant
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Danny starts out with field care, then reviews important areas of the bird's anatomy for those not familiar, and then proceeds to the skinning process. This video also covers everything you need to know about form preparation, repairs, finishing and painting. Contains cross-references with footage of a live pheasant as Danny works on various areas of the mount. Great detailed shots. (2-Disc Set)

Frank Kotula: Rainbow Trout
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Frank shows you everything you need to know from start to finish on how to skin, flesh, mount, finish and paint a Rainbow Trout. NOTE: Since fish colorations can vary with different regions, any paint schedule used by the instructor could be different from the fish species in your area. Some adaptions may be required. In this regard, we recommend you also use local reference materials of fish from your region.

Frank Kotula: Fish Head/Body Casting & Carving
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

If you mount fish, sooner or later you will not be able to find a commercially produced form or artificial head to fit your odd sized fish. Or maybe you just want a custom pose and fit for all of your fish mounts. Frank shows you how to measure, shape and produce your own fish manikins for a perfect fit every time. Casting is also an important process. Using artificial heads on your coldwater fish is one way to beat the grease problems commonly associated with these species. Frank shows you his method of casting a trout head and making an artificial part. Close up shots provide detailed information.

Frank Kotula: Walleye Painting
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Frank is a master of the airbrush and it is evident as he shows you how to paint one of the premier warmwater game fish - the walleye. He shows you proper color application as well as detailing and scale tipping. Shots so close you almost need a paint mask. This video is a must for any taxidermist wanting to hone his painting techniques as well as beginners. NOTE: since fish colorations can vary with different regions, any paint schedule used by the instructor could be different from the fish species in your area. Some adaptions may be required. In this regard, we recommend you use local reference materials of fish from your region. There is no mounting procedure in this video.

Fred Vanderburgh: Caribou Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Fred starts with a tanned cape, and goes through final cape prep, form prep, eyes, bondo method on ears, repairing bullet holes, and everything you need to know to produce a beautiful Caribou mount. Indepth information, with lots of close-up details. Perfect for the beginner, but experienced taxidermists will also pick up some good information. (2-Disc Set)

Fred Vanderburgh: Whitetail Deer Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Fred is considered one of the leading authorities on the whitetail deer. He starts with a tanned cape, and goes through final cape prep, form prep, eyes, bondo method on ears, and everything you need to know to produce a beautiful whitetail mount. His finishing and paint methods are also revealed, with shots close-up and detailed. Perfect for the beginner, but experienced taxidermists will also pick up some good information.(2-Disc Set)

Harry Whitehead: Strutting Turkey Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Harry starts with a cased-skinned turkey, and describes the skinning process. He then proceeds to fleshing, washing, drying and mounting. Injecting the feet and grooming are also covered in great detail. Shot with great close up details, this video leaves few questions unanswered when it comes to producing a great strutting turkey mount. (2-Disc Set)

Harry Whitehead: Turkey Painting Head & Feet
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

A lot of taxidermists have problems painting a realistic looking turkey head. The feet are also a difficult area. Harry shares his painting expertise in these two areas so that you too can produce more lifelike results in your turkey mounts. Includes close-up shots so you can see exactly how the colors are being applied.

Jean Roll: Red Fox Mounting
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Starting with a tanned hide, Jean demonstrates and explains step by step, the complete process of mounting a lifesize Red Fox. She then proceeds with the finishing work. The information contained in this video defines why Jean is considered one of the leading authorities in the country, on mammal taxidermy. Lots of detailed close-up shots. (2-Disc Set)

Jean Roll: Carcass Casting
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Jean demonstrates her method for producing a custom mannikin using the carcass casting method. In this video, Jean is using a stillborn baby Oudad, but this method will work for any other small mammal. Beginning with a skinned carcass, Jean describes how to first determine the desired pose, and then proceeds with the steps required for creating a plaster mold. Note - this method is for a ONE-TIME use mold

Jean Roll: Red Fox Skin Prep
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Jean takes you through all of the steps necessary to prepare a Red Fox for a lifesize mount.Disc 1 - Skinning. Shows all the steps in the skinning process. Disc 2 - Hide Preparation. Shows all the steps in getting the hide ready for tanning. Lots of detailed close-up shots and full of information. (2-Disc Set)

Jean Roll: Skinning, Mounting & Finishing a Competition Squirrel
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Video starts with skinning process, then shows modifying the mannikin, setting the eyes, using custom earliners, and all aspects of mounting and finishing. 2 3/4 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Jody Green Elk: Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

This video starts with a tanned cape. Jody goes through thinning and final cape preparation, then proceeds to preparing the form. Antler set, eyes, earbutts, and every aspect of mounting and finishing are covered with great detail and closeup shots. Jody provides valuable tips and insight for beginners as well as for professionals who want to hone their skills.(2-Disc Set)

Jody Green Whitetail Deer: Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

This video starts with a tanned cape. Jody goes through thinning and final cape preparation, then proceeds to preparing the form. Antler set, eyes, earbutts, and every aspect of mounting and finishing are covered with great detail and closeup shots. Recognized as one of the experts in the field of whitetail deer, Jody provides valuable tips and insight for beginners as well as for professionals who want to hone their skills.(2-Disc Set)

Jody Green: Pronghorn Antelope Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

This video starts with a tanned cape. Jody shows you how to prepare the form, then proceeds to repairing holes in the cape, and thinning the skin around the eyes, lips and nostrils. Horn set, eyes, earbutts, and every aspect of mounting and finishing are also covered with great detail and closeup shots. Jody provides valuable tips and insight for beginners as well as for professionals who want to hone their skills. (2-Disc Set)

Joe Kaiser flying Pintail: Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Joe shows you the complete process for mounting and finishing a beautiful flying pintail drake. This video goes into indepth detail as it covers skinning, fleshing, mounting, and finishing. It also includes how to paint the bills and feet. A must for those wanting to learn waterfowl taxidermy or those wanting to improve on their waterfowl mounts. Lots of close up shots. (2-Disc Set)

Joe Kaiser: Casting Waterfowl Heads & Feet
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

In this video, Joe shows you how to use silicone rubber to make your own molds, and then using casting resin for making your own artificial waterfowl heads and feet, or can be applied to virtually anything else you wish to mold and cast. Very informative for those wishing to learn this process, as well as helpful information for those who are unfamiliar with using these particular materials.

Joe Kaiser: Painting Waterfowl Bills & Feet
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

In this video, Joe shows you how to paint the bills and feet of some of the most popular of the waterfowl birds, which are : Mallard, Pintail, Black Duck, Widgeon, Ross' & Snow Goose, Wood Duck, Red Head & Ring Neck Divers Very detailed and close-up shots.

Joe Kaiser: Sitting Mallard Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Joe shows you the complete process for mounting and finishing a beautiful sitting mallard drake. This video goes into in-depth detail as it covers skinning, fleshing, mounting, and finishing. It also includes how to paint the bills and feet. Joe is very concise and goes into great detail in his explanations and techniques. Detailed close-up shots.

Keith Daniels: Shaving & Tanning
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Keith covers all aspects of preparing your skins ready for mounting (Rehydration, Pickling, Neutralizing, Shaving, and Tanning. An Antelope, Elk or Whitetail deer are used throughout the video when demonstrating certain procedures. Also covered is how to properly set up and use your shaving machine.

Lou Gagliano: Whitetail Deer Caping
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Every great mount starts with a properly cared for cape. Lou shows how to perform the crucial first step in whitetail taxidermy, removing the cape. This video shows in great detail, the complete caping process, with emphasis on eyes, nostrils and antler burrs. It also covers how to prepare the cape to send to a tannery. A must for the beginning whitetail enthusiast.

Lou Gagliano: Whitetail Deer Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

This video starts with a tanned cape and goes into great depth as Lou covers every aspect of producing a beautiful whitetail mount. From form preparation, eye setting, earbutts….. it is all covered. Also shown is the complete finishing and painting process. Learn from one of the true masters of the whitetail deer. Includes lots of close up shots.(2-Disc Set)

Manny Chavez: Mounting & Finishing a Mule Deer
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Manny starts with a tanned cape, and goes through the process of thinning, final cape preparation, and then on to preparing the form for mounting. Manny also shows you his tip on how to create a septum. Every aspect of mounting and finishing is also covered, such as setting the antlers, eyes, and forming earbutts. Lots of information and close-up detailed shots. (2-Disc Set)

Manny Chavez: Mounting and Finishing a Rattlesnake
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Manny begins with the complete skinning procedure, including how to remove the fangs and tongue, then continues with the fleshing, pickling, and tanning. Every aspect of mounting and finishing is also covered, such as setting the eyes, and reinserting the original tongue, Apoxie work, and painting.

Page Nethercutt: Mounting and Finishing a Flying Blue-Winged Teal
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Page covers in detail, the procedure of skinning, fleshing, sewing repairs, and then the complete mounting & finishing process of this beautiful bird, using an artificial head. Also included is how to paint the bill and feet. A must for those wanting to learn waterfowl taxidermy or those wanting to improve on their waterfowl mounts. 3 3/4 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Page Nethercutt: Mounting and Finishing a Standing Wood Duck
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Page shows you the complete process for mounting and finishing one of the most colorful of the waterfowl birds. This video goes into indepth detail as it covers skinning, fleshing, mounting, and finishing. It also includes how to paint the bill and feet. A must for those wanting to learn waterfowl taxidermy or those wanting to improve on their waterfowl mounts. Lots of close up shots. 3 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Randy Life Mounting & Finishing a Mouflon Sheep
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Starting with a professionally tanned skin, Randy demonstrates the complete mounting & finishing procedure, such as form preparation, sewing repairs, bondo ears, building ear butts, apoxie work, including horn repair, final detailing & painting. 2-1/4 hours. (2-disc set)

Randy Life Skinning & Fleshing a Mouflon Sheep
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Covers complete skinning, fleshing & salting process in preparation for sending to a tannery, including splitting the lips, eye skin, nostril, and ears. Removing the horn cores is also shown. These procedures can also be applied to other exotic sheep, such as the Corsican and Black Hawaiian. 1-1/4 hours.

Randy Life: Mounting & Finishing a Life-size Timber Wolf
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Randy starts out with a professionally tanned skin and covers final skin preparation. Mounting & finishing procedure includes form preparation, installing artificial nose, creating and artificial tail, setting the eyes, bondo ears, claying the toes, apoxie work, painting and final detailing.

Randy Life: Mounting and Finishing a Wild Boar
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Randy starts out with a professionally tanned cape, then test fits it on the form, followed by final skin preparation, like thinning eyelids, etc. Since this is an open-mouth mount, Randy shows you how to alter the form to install a jawset, as well as an artificial nose. Complete mounting and finishing instructions, such as setting eyes, bondo ears, all clay and apoxie work and painting are also included. 3 hours. (2-Disc Set)

Randy Nelson: Water and Ice Effects
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Randy demonstrates his unique methods of making water & ice effects, using materials that produce the most realistic looking effects that many have struggled to achieve. Covered in this video is : icicles, crystalized ice, blue ice, splash, and splash "fingers". A very unique and informative video for those who want to create realistic looking effects.

Randy Nelson: Base Construction
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Randy is well known for his creative habitats. In this video, Randy shares his unique techniques and products that he uses. Covers complete base construction, including dirt, snow, ice, and water. If you want to create a realistic habitat for your bases, this is video is a must.

Ray Hatfield Western Big Game Field Dressing and Trophy Care
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Sometimes hunted in very warm temperatures, pronghorn antelopes are know to spoil rapidly. There's a short hunt segment before getting into the detailed demonstration on how to properly care for your big game in the field. Includes complete skinning and caping for the taxidermy process. Although this DVD features a pronghorn, the procedures shown can easily be applied to just about any horned or antlered species. (Half hour)

Ray Hatfield: Form Alteration
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

In this video, Ray shows you how to change the size and pose of a lifesize bear form. Alterations includes turning the neck, changing leg length & positions, installing an artificial nose, opening the mouth on a closed mouth form, and installing a jawset. (The modified form was then used in the making of Ray's Mounting & Finishing a Lifesize Brown Bear DVD , #RH-04) Video also includes a segment on altering the head width and length of a Warthog. (This section is already included in Ray's Mounting & finishing a Warthog DVD , #RH-05) Although Ray is using a Lifesize Brown Bear form, and a Warthog form in his demonstrations, the techniques used can be applied to most lifesize or game head forms respectively.

Ray Hatfield: Gemsbok Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Thinking of breaking into the African game taxidermy market? Then this video is for you. The gemsbok is one of Africa’s most striking game animals and Ray brings you every detail of mounting and finishing. Damage on African skins is a common occurrence and Ray shows you some repair techniques. Shots are close up so you do not miss any important information. A great video for those starting on African game as well as taxidermists who just want to learn some valuable pointers on this species.(2-Disc Set)

Ray Hatfield: Impala Mounting & Finishing
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Ray mounts more African game in one year than most people do in a lifetime. So who better to bring you one of the first videos in our Safari Series? Ray starts with a commercially tanned skin and shows the complete mounting and finishing process for one of Africa’s most popular plains game species. Also covered are repairs and tips for working on extremely shorthair game. A must if you are getting started in African game.(2-Disc Set)

Ray Hatfield: Mounting & Finishing a Lifesize Brown Bear
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

On the first disc, Ray starts with a tanned hide and shows you his techniques for mounting a lifesize brown bear, inlcuding minor adjustments to the form, bondo ears, claying the toes, etc. On the second disc is all the finishing work, which includes rebuilding around the eyes, nose, lips. Also includes painting and detailing techniques.Includes lost of close-up footage. (2 Disc Set)

Ray Hatfield: Mounting & Finishing a Warthog
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Disc 1 - Ray starts out showing you how to make alterations to the form, to fit your cape, and then using a tanned cape, begins the complete mounting procedure, and using bondo method for the ears. Disc 2 - All the finishing and painting work is covered in great detail, as well as how to fix blemishes, including throat seams, that you may typically find on African hogs.(2-Disc Set)

Ray Hatfield: Skinning & Hide Prep of a Lifesize Black Bear
Taxidermy Training Unlimited

Ray starts with the initial belly incision, which is typically required for rug mounts. However, the rest of the procedure can then be applied to ANY bear mount, which is, how to split the lips, flesh the eyes and nostrils, and turn the ears. Ray also shows you how to skin out the paw pads and the toes. He then demonstrates the fleshing process using a fleshing beam, and then salting the hide, to get your bear hide ready for the tannery.