Events and tutorials

The Guild of Taxidermists holds a Two Day Conference each year and two seminars, one north and one south. Every year the Guild organises meetings; one day seminars and a two day conference.
All have a full programme of illustrated talks and demonstrations.
Members are invited to bring along examples of their work to take part in competitions and have specimens judged for accredited status (the only qualifications available for taxidermists in the UK).
The informal atmosphere is ideal for those interested in finding out more about the subject, whilst making new friends and exploring the possibility of career opportunities.
See Competition Winners
Members will receive information on all these events

CONFERENCE 2008
The Hayes Conference Centre Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire
11th to 13th April 2008
(Friday night to Sunday lunch time)

For those who attended last year, this year's conference promises to be just as informative, enjoyable and affordable with a programme packed with plenty of practicable advice, help and useful tricks of the trade designed to help all levels of ability.
Set in the beautiful countryside of Derbyshire, the Hayes Conference Centre has been selected not only for its excellent facilities but also the onsite accommodation and other amenities which should help to make the stay very enjoyable.
The conference starts on Friday 11th April with sessioins starting on Saturday morning and continuing right through until Sunday lunch time. There will be ample time to purchase supplies and speak to other members over the weekend and the Guild's committee members will also be on hand to help. The conference is an excellent opportunity to meet old friends and new members, to enjoy the conference sessions and to learn more from each other.
Conference sessions will hopefully include but have yet to be finialised:

• A variety of different demonstartions which have yet to be confirmed
• The usual, and very entertaining, Historical talk
• The legal update
• Amusing Health and Safety talks

The Competitions will include Best Bird, Best Mammal, Best Fish/Reptile, Best Game Head in both professional and amateur categories plus Best Artistic Interpretation of a Theme, Best Groundwork, Best Cased Exhibit and Best in Show.

NEW MEMBERS DON'T FORGET!
As a new member you qualify for a £25 discount on the cost of your first Conference.
The Conference is open to all taxidermists or those interested in taxidermy and membership of the Guild is not a necessity.
The venue provides comfortable accommodation, plenty of parking space, good food and a bar and promises to be a unique, informative and interesting weekend. If you are interested in joining the Guild of Taxidermists you can fill in our application form.
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The Guild of Taxidermists was founded in 1976 to raise standards and awareness in taxidermy and is recognised as the leading body by Police, wildlife organisations and DEFRA (formally the Department of the Environment).