TRAILS END TAXIDERMY dayton wa.

[Kuduman]

CoryTDF:
 I sorry you have chosen a public forum to drag my name and profession through the mud. I got a call and was told about your post and at first dismissed it but the longer I thought about it the more I felt that there is a lesson to be learned here. For those of you that know me you know that this is a little out of charactor but also know that I won't lay down when things just aren't right.

First let me say that CoryTDF's own words really show his true nature. When he first came to my shop he in his own words "coaxed" me to showing him some bird taxidermy . I was hesitant to do so but figured he seemed like a nice enough guy. His next statement says it all for me. and Folks this is the root of the problem with CoryTDF. His statement that "this set the tempo for the remainder of our friendship. refers to him receiving free taxidermy work for simply being my friend.
Simply put in CoryTDF's mind....... FRIENDSHIP = FREE TAXIDERMY

I'm not going to bore any of you with trivial details of who said what and who did what when the basis of this responce is an attempt to show people the wrong way to deal with a taxidermist. You see if you read CoryTDF's post it's filled with Friend, Friend , Friend. I have to be honest and this is where it might sting a little Cory is that you made it impossible to be your friend. Let me explain.

 In your post you said that 2004 was a great pintail year I don't doubt that because wasn't that the year you were cited by Officer Jundt for taking over the limit on pintail ? You see I as a taxidermist am judged by the caliber of person that I associate with and if I hunt and hang out with known game violators then I myself must also be a poacher and I can't afford to have that reputation with the State fish and Game officers. It's bad for business because they can basically not renew my licence and I'm out of a job.

It didn't take me long to see how disingenuous CoryTDF was and it took me even less time to dissolve our one sided friendship when I learned of his less than ethical behavior in the field, This only left a professional relationship which left little room for free taxidermy.

Now concerning CoryTDF's Fathers deer. Folks Never Never Never go to a taxidermist with a set of antlers and say you want a deer mount and not have a cape or at least the intentions of purchasing a cape. that's what CoryTDF did and he got exactly what he paid for. He was given an option to purchase a deer cape but didn't want to. I used a cape that I had that was suitable but was what you would expect to get for $25 (barb wire marks, scars and neck shot)  Folks and here is a great lesson . In the  taxidermy industry like most things in life you get what you pay for and this case was no exception.  The sad part is after talking with CoryTDF's father he would have wanted the nicer cape and He's the one that got the short end of that deal. My offer still stands. I'll remount the buck if you bring a cape that fits .


There's allot more to this story as you can imagine but ask yourself is it worth having a friend that only wants to use you for your expertise , Not want to pay for your time and effort, Compromise your integrity by breaking the law and then posing as your friend go on The internet and trash talk you and your business. I don't need people in my life like this and I'd surmise that  all of you don't either.

CoryTDF  I'm sorry you have chosen this media to trash me but that again was your doing.

In closing I'd like to say have you ever wondered why taxidermists get the reputation of close minded, Socially reclusive , arrogant and sometimes brash people. Well CoryTDF is the reason. It doesn't take many interactions with folks like him to make you that way. I would rather sever that customer from my business than turn into a grumpy unapproachable guy that is suspicious of every question asking sportsman that wants to try his hand at taxidermy.
Those of you that know me know that I'm more than willing to help each and everyone of you anyway I can just please respect me and what I do for a living.

I look forward to serving you in the future

P.S. Luke .... I just finished your deer I'll email picks soon . See you in Seattle when a deliver them..Thanks

Thanks
Jeff Monyak
Trails End Taxidermy
Owner

[littlebuf]

oh sweet internet fight!!!!! and it doesn't involve me at all! even better 

[gunnarnewt]

     To say that Cory TDF's remarks are a little off base would be an understatement. I have known and USED Jeff for over three years now, and have never had a problem or "misunderstanding" with him. Having been self employed as Jeff is, I have also ran into "friends" like Cory. People who want something for nothing, and then when it doesn't work out to their advantage start slamming the other person. Public forums are no place for Cody to whine about things that didn't go his way.
     I have hunted, fished, and worked with Jeff on a constant basis, and have seen the people and phone calls first hand that start in September and don't stop until February....all wanting him to give them a deal or teach them the tricks of the trade so they can do their own work. Isn't that asking a little too much of a man who relies on this craft as a business?
     Jeff has done 4 mounts for me now, My '07 Blue mtn bull, a 28" mulie my daughter killed in '08, a antelope that I took in Montana in '08 and a nice tom that I killed in '06. All were high quality work, with no corners cut or problems with the mounts. But then again, I went into each transaction thinking Jeff was a business man, trying to make a living, and not as a friend expecting "freebies".
      So Cody, next time you go and start looking for someone to use, step back and think about how you would feel if the situation was reversed. Obviously you're hurt because you thought you'd get special attention. That's not the way friendship works. Everytime I take a mount to Jeff. The first thing out of my mouth is whenever you can get to it is fine.........But then again that's what being friends is all about.

[Skyvalhunter]

Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Some might be more biased than others.

[boneaddict]

Welcome GUYS!   I'm glad you came on to tell your side of the story, and thanks Jeff for keeping it civil.  That shows a lot of character right there.  Please stay with us and contribute to the community.  there are some great taxidermists on here and some great discussions.   I ahve been asked several times about your business, but knew nothing of it basically, so it will be great to get to know you.  Show off some of your work etc.  
Gunnar, we'd love to hear your hunting stories, see pics of your daughters Big Muley and your bull. 

[jackelope]

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[HEADSHOT]

can i send photos of his work to someone who can post them up? Additionally I started this topic, so let me announce my self. I worked for jeff about 10 yrs ago in the us coast guard. jeff had been doing mounts for those of us lucky enough to tag out and give him hides and horns. He and i lost contact with each other do to military transfers, aand years later linked up and been bro's ever since. Know to say jeff is a bad artist is false. I myself am in a unique situation. He has a bear rug that was my grandfathers that will need serious repair. Being my grand dad is dead i wanted it to be done by a true artist. Know i figure heck man i havent seen this guys work in ten years, havent had a brew with him in atleast that either. But after just a few phone calls and me driving 8 hrs i arrived at his house was very welcomed and very impressed with a man i always looked up too as one a great coast guardsman, and 2 an amazing outdoorsman. Know when I arrive to his possible retirement home and seeing what he has become after death "hahaha" just an inside joke on us still in and those retarded  "i mean retired"  who became something after retirement. He impressed the heck out of me. His african work was the beautiful, and his bird and deer work were as realistic and bravely mounted as ever. I knew after a few days hunting turkey i found my mentor, friend , and new taxidermist. I very proud of harvesting my turkey, very proud of a man who became what he always loved wanted to brag! because that is what all fisherman, hunters, and nature lovers do! We brag, we tell stories good and bad, fish that were 12"s become 30", deer with possibly only a fork on onside become monster buckzilla's, and bird huntin that was one shot complete tag out days! I apologize first of all jto jeff for making you known to the public. as a client i was proud of what i saw and wanted to brag. then it turning a bit sour with  mans opinions of friendship vs. business, second want to say sorry that a friend wanted something more than a hunting partner or story listener. And third sorry that you have to hear it from me who started the post in the first place. Jeff your work in only my opinion was worth braggin about so i did very publicly, you allowed me to see my vision of retirement in 8 years. and last you are still charging me full price for my work! What the heck! oh wait thats why they say friendship is earned through trust, respect, and loyalty. Business is earned through trust, respect, and loyalty! so whats the difference? You maybe able to buy friends, but eventually there just using you for your money! friends you dont buy would be glad to support each other! So to finish this drag out bash fest! jeff thank you for showing my life after death, for allowing me into your home, and for charging me full price! Thats what honest friends do, by the way well said! in the above read and to the man who didnt get what he wanted! all i have to say is sucks to be you! you pay for what you get!

[General Disarray]

In your post you said that 2004 was a great pintail year I don't doubt that because wasn't that the year you were cited by Officer Jundt for taking over the limit on pintail ?

I was kind of skeptical when he brought you 5 pintails... 

[Arcate]

Jackelope is right " This thread is worthless with out pics " So I grabbed some from Jeff's Web site  www.Trailsendtaxidermy.Biz




If you need more pics visit his website and if that's not enough his contact info is on the site, call him and take a tour of the show room. Don't take the word of Poacher who has yet to show us pics, and would probably scruff up his mounts to discredit Jeff, but rather take a look for yourself by stopping by Trails End and looking at the show room.

[cackle]

so a guy gets on the internet and talks about a bad experience he had with a taxi and now he is a poacher???

[mossback91]

I think calling him a poacher is worse than him explaining his bad experience........

[coop2424]

so a guy gets on the internet and talks about a bad experience he had with a taxi and now he is a poacher???

Yeah this seems a little ridicules that someone would call someone that.  When once again they are going by hear say and may not know the truth.  Some people need to grow up. Just my  

[jackelope]

i believe the poacher reference was made regarding the number of pintails.

[cackle]

is it illeagal to have 5 pintails in your possesion??

Im just sayin its all here say dont think we need to resort to callin people names

[jackelope]

i am kinda hoping this can be worked out like a group of grown men would...i'd hate to see it get nuked.
i don't know anything about pintail limits. i'm not a waterfowler.