Hunters in the field at dawn

Wild Game Processing, Done Right

Deer season is here—Bring us your legally harvested game—whole, quartered (bone-in), or boneless trim—and we’ll turn it into cuts and products you’re proud to share.

What We Accept

All legally hunted & acquired wild game (deer, elk, antelope, etc.).
Whole Carcass (field-dressed): Hide on is preferred.
Quartered (bone-in): Clean, food-safe containers or bags.
Boneless Trim: Clean trim only (no hair, dirt, or off-odors). Unscented trash bags are allowed.

Bring: permit #, confirmation #, and a properly tagged carcass.

Check-In & Regulations

Licensed Nebraska check-in station. No station # needed.
No brain/spine tissue in quarters or trim.
Harvest must be reported via Telecheck within 48 hours—get your confirmation # before drop-off.
Required at drop-off: Permit #, confirmation #, tag on carcass (or on quarter/trim container).

Prep Standards (Minimum)

Keep meat cold and clean (ice/cooler).
No scented bags. Unscented trash bags are allowed.
Field-dress is required for full carcasses.
Boneless trim: no hair, dirt, freezer burn, or off-odors.
Label containers with your name and contact info.

Important Notice

$60/hour cleaning fee will be applied if additional cleanup is required on quartered game or trim that doesn't meet our prep standards.

Pricing Overview (Plain-English)

Whole Carcass: Flat processing fee includes steaks, roasts, and plain grind.
Bone-In Handling: $1.50/lb deboning fee.
Boneless Trim: Per-lb deposit at drop-off (credited to final invoice).
Extras: Per-pound and/or per-product pricing (sausages, sticks, jerky, cures, etc.) applies to all intake types.
Own-Meat-Back (single-owner batches): 25 lb start weight minimum per product.
Payment: Full balance due at pickup. Cards accepted (3% service charge).

We’ll review exact pricing with you at the counter and attach your order sheet to your intake.

Intake TypeBase FeePayment Type
Full Carcass$140.00Processing Fee
Quartered (Bone In)$1.50/lbHandling Fee
Boneless Trim$1.00/lbDeposit

Turnaround

We work as fast as we can—no promised timelines. First-in, first-out, with product scheduling by smoker/curing capacity. We’ll call you when your order is ready. Please keep track of your order number from the copy we provide at drop-off, as we'll use it to locate your order if you call for updates.

Fast & Reliable Processing

Packaging

Vacuum-sealed cuts/products
1 lb chubs for ground
Clear labels for easy freezer organization

Drop-Off How-To

During open hours, bring your game to our shop and come inside—our staff will help you unload, complete your order sheet, and take any deposit.

Address

144 1/2 N 4th St, Elmwood, NE 68349

Hours

Mon-Fri8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat8:00am - 12:00pm

Hunters Helping the Hungry

We proudly participate in Hunters Helping the Hungry, which donates venison to local food banks. Ask us how to contribute your harvest.

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