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About the mold... yes it is common when hanging and aging both elk and deer. Something my grandfather taught me long ago was to wipe down any big game carcass after skinning, both inside and out with a solution of 1/2 water and 1/2 white vinegar.
The solution will not only somewhat neutralize anything on the carcase from tarsal glands and perhaps leaked paunch juices, but will also act as a natural anti-bacterial agent, greatly reducing spoilage possibility. The vinegar/water solution also inhibits mold groth.
If you get mold on the carcass. simply wipe off with the vinegar/water solution prior to butchering for the freezer.
Bon Appetite'
Marshall
The solution will not only somewhat neutralize anything on the carcase from tarsal glands and perhaps leaked paunch juices, but will also act as a natural anti-bacterial agent, greatly reducing spoilage possibility. The vinegar/water solution also inhibits mold groth.
If you get mold on the carcass. simply wipe off with the vinegar/water solution prior to butchering for the freezer.
Bon Appetite'
Marshall