Skinning Your Game Animal

You first need a sharp knife.  Hang the deer by one leg and start by making a cut through the skin on the hind quarters.

Cut down each leg by pulling and cutting at the same time.  Do not cut into the meat.

Repeat the process all the way down to the neck and either cut the neck off or cut the hide at the neck.

If you want to mount the head, make the following incision:

Butchering

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