We always field dress deer and moose on the ground. Deer we take out whole with a 4 wheeler and hang on the pole in camp. Moose we quarter because we usually have to get them back to camp by boat. Ever try to get an 1100 lb moose into a boat? [:@] Here in Ontario it is usually cold enough so we don't have a problem with spoiling. They hang for the whole week sometimes. We also hang by the legs but there are pro and con for either way. You will discover which is the best way for you depending on your hunting situation. GOOD LUCK!