FAQ

What do I expect upon drop-off?

We will meet you at our shop or arrange for a no-contact drop off. We will collect basic information (name, phone, cut order, special instructions), and we will schedule a tentative pick-up date based on our workload. We will require the deposit of the cost of processing at time of drop-off. Any further charges incurred will be collected upon pick-up.
What if I want the hide/head/antlers/other saved?

Please inform us right away at time of drop off or first contact and write your request on the carcass tag that will accompany your deer through the entire process! We offer drop-off services to your preferred taxidermist at an additional fee.
What should I expect when picking up?

Your cuts will be freezer wrapped and clearly labeled. Your grind will be in tubes and marked “Wild Game”. If requested, we can box your meat for your convenience–otherwise, please bring coolers or boxes to transport. We freeze upon completion unless requested otherwise.If there were additional fees associated with your order, we will collect the balance at that point and you will receive a receipt for services rendered.
What payment types do you take?

Currently, we accept cash and checks. A fee will be applied to any check that is returned due to insufficient funds. We hope to offer card services soon!
How do I know it’s my deer?

We have an open door policy. Don’t just trust our word–stay for the entire process!
How long do I have to pick up?

If you have not picked up within three days of us contacting you to let you know your game is ready, we will start assessing our storage fee. Should the storage fee equal the total cost of processing, Township Meats will assume ownership of the product.
How do you determine if a deer is dirty or unsafe to process?

Our cleaning fee will be applied only if there is excessive dirt, leaves, other foreign objects, or gut material throughout the deer. We have the right to refuse whole deer, trim, or quarters if we deem by visual inspection that the product is not safe to consume.
Do you test for CWD?

We do not test for CWD, but we can help you find a testing kiosk near you! If you wish for us to store your deer while your results are being processed, there will be an additional fee. No CWD positive deer once processed will be refunded the processing charge, as the work will have already been completed.