It usually begins in November in Montana.  You run into a buddy you haven't seen since the spring or summer, and he offers you a piece of his done jerky.  Might be elk, might be deer, might be antelope.  And it may or may not be edible.

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If you aren't that handy in the kitchen with creating a delicacy like wild game beef jerky, or heck, even that handy with a knife and don't want the hassle of skinning, cutting and deboning, there are a few locations in Great Falls that can help with the task.

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Where To Have Your Wild Game Processed in Great Falls

With general rifle season beginning soon in Montana, hunters will start the arduous task of scouting, tracking and hopefully bagging their game animal this year.  And after doing so, many will pick a weekend to take over the kitchen and process their kill.

It is an annual tradition at our house in the fall:

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It's a great way to spend time with family, and get a free workforce for the afternoon, though it may cost you a cold beverage and some of the backstraps from that deer.

3 Locations in Great Falls - Have Your Game Processed Professionally

If you prefer to have a professional meat processer to take care of your game, Great Falls has 3 local meat cutters that can handle your needs for wild game.  You can even customize it to your personal flavor.

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In Great Falls, check with the following processors:

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Montana chefs and home cooks offer award-winning recipes that are distinctly Montana. Cookbooks can be found on just about every kind of culinary fare, from Bison BBQ to extensive fine dining recipes. Great food and hearty recipes have been a Montana tradition for generations. We were able to find all of these cookbooks locally or online. Enjoy!

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