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A hunter begins to skin a deer hanging from a meat pole.

Hang Time: How Long to Age a Deer

For the best-tasting venison, use this simple day-by-day timeline for determining how long to hang a deer on the meat pole, in any conditions
ByDave Hurteau
Jan 13, 2026
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