Deer Processing in Wisconsin
Trusted by hunters across Wisconsin for over 40 years, Wisconsin River Meats offers professional, hygienic, and custom deer processing services. Whether you hunt in Mauston, Juneau County, or anywhere in the surrounding area, our experienced team is ready to handle your wild game with the care it deserves.
We understand how important your harvest is. That’s why we follow USDA-inspected standards and treat every deer with respect, precision, and a commitment to quality.
Our Deer Processing Services Include:
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Custom Cut & Wrap (roasts, steaks, stew meat, ground venison)
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Smoked Sausages and Snack Sticks (mild, spicy, garlic, and more)
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Venison Jerky (house recipe, expertly smoked)
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Summer Sausage (regular or with cheese & jalapeño)
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Vacuum-Sealed Packaging for freshness and freezer life
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Quick Turnaround Times (usually 7–10 business days)
We also offer value-added processing ask about specialty flavors, bulk options, and combo packs for sausage and jerky.
How Our Deer Processing Works
1. Drop Off Your Deer
Bring in your field-dressed deer during business hours no appointment needed during hunting season. We accept both whole carcasses and boneless trim. There will be a deposit fee and potentially a disposal fee during this step.
2. Choose Your Cuts
We’ll walk you through a simple cut sheet where you can customize the exact cuts, sausage types, and packaging you want.
3. Expert Butchering
Our skilled team processes your venison carefully, keeping your meat clean, labeled, and separated.
4. Pickup & Payment
We’ll notify you when your order is ready. Come pick it up at our Mauston location all products are frozen, vacuum-sealed, and ready for your freezer.
Why Choose Wisconsin River Meats?
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Over 40 Years of Experience with wild game and domestic meat processing
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Clean, Inspected Facility following USDA standards for food safety
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Family-Owned & Operated business you can trust
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Wide Range of Options including smoked meats, snack sticks, jerky & brats
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Fair Pricing & Fast Turnaround
Hunters return to us year after year because they know we treat their meat with care and deliver delicious results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need an appointment for deer processing?
A: No appointment is required during hunting season. Just bring your tagged, field-dressed deer to our facility during business hours.
Q: Can I bring in boneless venison trimmings?
A: Yes! We gladly accept clean, boneless venison trimmings for sausage, snack sticks, or jerky.
Q: How long does deer processing take?
A: Most orders are completed within 7 to 10 business days, depending on volume and product type.
Q: What flavors of sausage and snack sticks do you offer?
A: We offer a wide variety including mild, spicy, cheese-infused, garlic, and jalapeño. Ask about seasonal specials!
Serving Wisconsin’s Hunting Community
We proudly serve hunters from across Wisconsin, including Mauston, Reedsburg, Tomah, Wisconsin Dells, and beyond. Whether it’s your first deer or your fiftieth, Wisconsin River Meats is your go-to for clean, quality processing.
Ready to Process Your Deer?
Stop by our Mauston location or give us a call to learn more. Let Wisconsin River Meats turn your next harvest into delicious, ready-to-eat venison your whole family will enjoy.
Wild Game Processing Prices
| Service | Price |
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| Deer Processing (We Keep Hide) | $145.00 |
| Deer Processing (You Keep Hide) | $150.00 |
| Bear Processing (We Cape Full Body Mount) | $175.00 |
| Skinning of Elk or Moose | $100.00 |
| Caping for Head Mount (Any Game Mount) | $45.00 |
| Headless Deer with Hide Still On | $40.00 |
| Disposal Fee (Whole Carcass or Bone-In Trim) | $5.00 |
| Elk or Moose Quartered (Cut, Grind, Wrap, Freeze) | $1.50/lb |
| Grind Any Hamburger/Bulk | $1.00/lb |
| Grind & Package Hamburger (1 lb Packages) | $1.50/lb |
| Special Handling (Boning, Cleaning Dirty Trim) | $1.50/lb |
| Special Handling (Skinning, Cleaning Damaged Game) | $30.00 |
| Stew Meat (Max 10 lb per Carcass) | $1.50/lb |
| Beef Added to Burger (30%) | $3.99/lb |
| Pork Added to Burger (30%) | $3.19/lb |
Wild Game Sausage Prices
| Product | Price |
| Original Summer Sausage (1.5 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Garlic Summer Sausage (1.5 lb) | $4.19/lb |
| Jalapeno/Cheddar Summer Sausage (1.5 lb) | $4.99/lb |
| Cranberry Summer Sausage (1.5 lb) | $4.99/lb |
| Cheddar Summer Sausage (1.5 lb) | $4.49/lb |
| Snack Sticks (2 lb - Regular or Hot) | $4.79/lb |
| Honey Ham Sticks (2 lb) | $4.99/lb |
| BBQ Venison Sticks (2 lb) | $4.99/lb |
| Jalapeno & Cheddar Snack Sticks (2 lb) | $4.99/lb |
| Landjaeger - Regular or Hot (2 lb) | $4.99/lb |
| Ring Bologna (Regular - 1 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Ring Bologna (Garlic - 1 lb) | $4.09/lb |
| Smoked Bratwurst (2 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Smoked Polish Bratwurst (2 lb) | $4.19/lb |
| Smoked Italian Bratwurst (2 lb) | $4.19/lb |
| Smoked Andouille Bratwurst (2 lb) | $4.19/lb |
| Smoked Cheddarwurst (2 lb) | $4.29/lb |
| Natural Casing Wieners (2 lb) | $4.29/lb |
| Venison Breakfast Sausage (Fresh, 1 lb) | $3.89/lb |
| Venison Italian Pizza Sausage (Fresh, 1 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Venison Chorizo Sausage (Fresh, 1 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Ground Venison with Bacon (Fresh, 1 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Venison Jerky (1 lb, No Bear/Waterfowl) | $6.99/lb |
| Dried Venison Slices (1 lb) | $4.69/lb |
| Venison Bacon (1 lb) | $4.69/lb |
| Seasoned Meatballs (Fresh, 2 lb) | $4.69/lb |
| 4" Bologna Sandwich Slices (1 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| 4" Summer Sausage Sandwich Slices (1 lb) | $3.99/lb |
| Venison Gyro Meat (Sliced, 1 lb) | $4.69/lb |
Venison Cuts
As often is the case with deer season, how you want your deer cut up can be confusing. We thought that putting a simple explanation of the standard cuts, with some pictures, might help you when giving your instructions. Besides getting a large amount of sausage made from your deer, you may decide to feed your family with some steaks, chops, roasts and burgers. We cut each deer separately and evaluate the level of damage each carcass has received. Then we read the cutting card you filled out and proceed with the processing.
Steaks
Venison steaks are sliced from the hindquarters and wrapped two per package. They are medium to thin cuts (1/2" to 3/4"), lean, and contain a small round bone. Marked "Steaks."
Chops
Our chops are always boneless and cut from the backstraps. These can be left whole or butterflied to medium-thin steak size. Wrapped four per package and marked "Chops" or "Loin."
Roasts
We offer boneless neck roasts, arm roasts, and hind roasts if the deer carcass is suitable. Most customers opt for one high-quality roast. If unsure, it’s best to skip roasts to avoid waste.
Note: If you are not sure if you want roasts, we suggest you don't get them, or ask for "one" of the "best only". Most roasts end up here in ten months to make more sausage.
Ground Venison
All trimmings are ground unless otherwise requested. You can split your order any way you’d like—some for burger, some for sausage. We recommend adding beef or pork (30%) to improve flavor and moisture. We never use lard or beef tallow—only quality meat.
Page Summary
Looking for trusted deer processing near me? Wisconsin River Meats specializes in professional venison cutting, wild game processing, and custom meat packing. Hunters across Baraboo, Reedsburg, Tomah, Sparta, Mauston, Wisconsin Dells, and surrounding areas rely on us for fast, clean, high-quality service. Whether it's your first buck or your best season yet, bring your deer to the team that does it right. Visit our shop or call today to reserve your spot—spaces fill fast during hunting season!
