We do our own with very few exceptions. We do the meat the way we want it done, and we're sure to get our own meat. My boys have gotten old enough to help me and dad, and I am a firm believer in teaching kids where meat comes from. My theory is if you can kill it you can clean it.

Its also amazing what processing a few deer does to a kids opinion of gun safety. Haven't had to say a word about muzzle control since they helped grandpa process a doe he whacked with his 25-06. They realize now that you bust someone with your deer rifle, it ain't like the movies, they probably aren't even gonna make it to the hospital...