A lot of stuff in this thread to comment on...I just have a couple small, personal truth to throw into the ring.

I remember, as a kid, seeing deer strapped on vehicles and hanging in trees in people's yards. To me, it was the coolest thing. It was a motivator. I wanted to get out in the woods and get my own.

In the local culture of my little home town, it was accepted. Nothing barbaric about it.

Now, as an adult, living in the suburbs, I don't see this anymore. But if I did, it wouldn't bother me -- it would fit part of my memories as that which is normal and acceptable.

PS, I also hung a squirrel tail from the rear view mirror of my first car!!