What is the ethical way to handle game after it has been harvested?

The ethical way to handle game after it has been harvested is to field dress it promptly and correctly. Proper field dressing is essential as it ensures the meat remains uncontaminated and helps cool the body quickly, which is crucial for preserving the quality of the meat. It demonstrates respect for the animal and ensures that resources are utilized appropriately. This practice aligns with responsible hunting ethics and conservation, ensuring that every harvested animal is treated with dignity, and the benefits of the harvest can be fully enjoyed.

Leaving the game in the field, selling it immediately, or ignoring it all contribute to unethical practices, such as wastefulness and potential legal violations surrounding the sale of game.