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About Game Meat

Donating Game Meat

“Hunters for the Hungry” and many local donation programs are available to hunters who want to donate their animals to a worthy cause.

Deer

Chronic Wasting Disease

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a neurological disease found only in elk and deer. To find out more, click here.

Trichinosis

Be aware of the trichinosis parasite that is common in many game species and locations since humans and dogs can get trichinosis by eating infected meat. For more information, visit the Alaska Department of Fish and Game Parasites and Diseases website.

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