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Snake Oil is Step 2 in the tanning process. It’s what keeps the skin soft. A little goes a long way! #snaketanning #snakeleather #burmesepython #python #tanasnake #advancedtanningsolutions

BATTLE EVERGLADES: Snake Tanning turns invaders into leather

Welcome to our python snakeskin tanning tutorial! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, this video is for you! Amy Siewe, known as The Python Huntress, attracted our attention when we learned about her efforts to eradicate these invasive, non-native species from the Florida Everglades. Pythons have decimated up to 90% of the natural wildlife in some areas of this region. We share Amy’s sentiments on "saving the hide”, so it’s only fitting that we tan one of the snakes she caught using our Tan-a-Snake kit.

Park County 4H Club Visits Mountain West Tannery

Kids from the "Hamburger Helpers" 4H club from Bailey, CO got a hands-on tour when they visited Mountain West Tannery in Greeley, CO. They learned about the tanning process there from Levi and his brother and sister team. The team will donate the hide to the 4H club where they will auction it off at their fundraising event this summer.

Rick’s talent goes beyond just tanning and taxidermy. He knows how to tan, design, and sew authentic native fur garments from his harvests. #furgarments #coyotehunting #coyotecoat #hairontanning #advancedtanningsolutions #tanafurkit

Tanning with Pickle Tan A-21

Pickle Tan A-21 is a revolutionary product that can be used as a pickle and a tan. Unlike strong acids, the pickle works at a high pH. Then the tan also fixes at a pH of 4.3-4.5. This product is developed specifically to prevent acid rot. It provides excellent stretch and softness. Pickle Tan has great hair setting and stitch-holding ability, and will easily rehydrate for a wet tan. These attributes make is great for flat tanning or taxidermy mounting.

Customer Highlight

Customer Hightlight! Sharing this from Donelda, one of our customers. This DIY, do-it-yourselfer, is truly an inspiration (did I mention also a great-grandmother?). "My first raccoon. Picked it up at the side of the road, first one I skinned on my own, first eyes put in. Your tanning product is so great. The little guy is soft and pliable. It was a fun one! Donald's tip on drying: I did put it in a frame to dry. I use the back of a wooden spoon to push and stretch in all directions a bit every day. I let it dry for 2 weeks in a room with gentle heat and a de-humidifier. Once it is not oily and slippery and pretty much dry, etc. I use the pumice/softening stone on it while it is still in the frame. I do end up cutting off a bit around the edge of the skin where the holes are. Not much. I like the frame because my skin is flat when done."

Tan at warm temperatures

DIY Tanning Tip Tuesday: Reminder, this time of year, it is key to do your tanning steps in a warm area, temps above 65 degrees are ideal. In cold weather, the tan takes longer and will not be as effective, and the oils will be too viscous (thick) to penetrate properly.

Warehouse Progress!

Warehouse progress! After many months of planning, designing, and patience we officially have a slab poured for our new warehouse. 🙌 Barring the Colorado weather, things should be moving along now.

Salting your Hides

DIY Tanning Tip Tuesday: Fortunate enough to fill all the tags in your hunting party? Salt is a key step in the tanning process and it is recommneded to flesh and salt as soon as possible after skinning. Salt draws out fluids and non-tannable protiens to help you achieve the best overall tanning results. Since it can take approx. 5-10 lbs of salt per hide, salt can be purchased more economically in larger bags to treat multiple hides and furs.

Hide Relaxer

Do you have a super stiff skin that you need to soften up? You need our Hide Relaxer! Hide Relaxer XL-7 is a proven and popular product that works quickly to rehydrate dry skins and hides. This lessens the chance of bacteria growth and hair slippage. It can be used on its own or added to your pickle or tanning baths. ---> https://www.advancedtanningsolutions.com/products/hide-relaxer

Rick's Coyote Suit

Rick's talent goes beyond just tanning and taxidermy. He knows how to tan, design, and sew authentic native fur garments from his harvests!

It's GIVEAWAY TIME!

It's GIVEAWAY TIME! Hunting season is the perfect time to win a full ATS Hunting Pack, including 1 gallon of NuTan, Fur Fleshing Tool, Hide Fleshing/Shaving Tool, Camo Hat, and 2 Campfire Mugs! Entering is easy: ✔️ Like this post ✔️ Follow @AdvancedTanningSolutions on Facebook ✔️ Tag a friend in the comments One lucky winner will be chosen at random. Giveaway ends at 11:59PM MT on 12/17/2022. Open to US residents only. Must be 18+ to enter. No purchase necessary, and a purchase will not affect your chances of winning. This giveaway is not affiliated or sponsored by Facebook. Good luck! #giveaway

Fleshing Tool

Our fleshing tool is an easy to use, effective tool for fleshing and shaving larger hides and skins. A comfortable grip handle allows you to cover a large area safely and also easily get into smaller areas. The blade design makes it possible to shave thicker hides thin. Makes a great gift for the hunter or tanner on your holiday list! https://www.advancedtanningsolutions.com/products/hide-fleshing-shaving-tool

Two Skins in Pickle Tan

Tanning Tip Tuesday: When using the Tan-a-Fur kit, you can treat more than one skin at a time. Just double the amount of Pickle Tan used. The salt and degreaser amounts can stay the same.

Our Holiday Sale Ends Friday!

Our Deluxe, All-inclusive Tanning Kits are the perfect gift for the hunter and outdoorsman on your list! Plus, they're 15% Off through Friday with the code HOLIDAY15!

Hide Relaxer

About to rehydrate this super stiff elk skin using our Hide Relaxer! Hide Relaxer XL-7 is a proven and popular product that works quickly to rehydrate dry skins/hide. This lessens the chance of bacteria growth and hair slippage. It can be used on its own or added to the pickle or tanning baths. https://www.advancedtanningsolutions.com/products/hide-relaxer

Customer Cow Hide

Our customers really are the best. Dedicated folks who complete pro level tanning projects from the comfort of their own home! Isn’t this Cow Hide beautiful?!

Young Moose

Even though this girl is a young one, and Colorado Shiras moose aren't as big as Alaska and Canadian species, she's still impressive. Especially when standing right outside your front door!

Unboxing our Tan-a-Hide Kit! This deluxe kit includes everything you need for tanning large mammals such as deer, antelope, elk, and moose. This kit contains enough product to tan 3-4 medium size deer or a life size elk, moose, or cow! Use this kit to get a commercial-quality tan at home. --> https://www.advancedtanningsolutions.com/products/tan-a-hide

DIY Tanning Tip Tuesday: After tanning and oiling, snakeskins need to dry slowly. Larger skins can be worked (stretched and pulled) as they dry. It is best to keep an eye on the skin, but if you can't get to it (say overnight) and you think it is drying too fast, roll it up and then lay it out again in the morning.