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10. Wild Game

Beginner Level

• Research different types of wild game.
• Research safe handling of wild game meats.
• Research the laws in your area concerning wild game. A good place to start is your state’s Department of Fish & Game website.

Intermediate Level

• Successfully complete a hunter safety program.
• Go hunting with someone who has a license.
• Make your own jerky or sausage.

Expert Level

• Buy a hunting license and go hunting.
• Follow proper care in the field while dressing.
• Process your game or visit a local processor to learn about the following:
  
  • importance of temperature control
  • aging
  • cutting and the location of various cuts
  • curing and smoking
• Use as much of the animal as possible for culinary purposes and otherwise.

January, 2012 Edition