Chronic Wasting Disease in WY

[grayghost]

I received my game area/region map for Wyoming and was surprised to see so many areas included with the CWD warning. Looks like the WY G&F will be monitoring many meat/locker-check in stations for those wanting their Deer tested for CWD. It is free and if your Deer tests positive, you'll receive a letter within 4 weeks or so. You can also pay for your own test and receive the results within half the time. I plan on having mine (if successful) tested for sure. I know the WY G&F has devoted a lot of time and effort to control the situation but they really need our help. Be sure to have your game tested if at all possible. Also, they recommend (as I've done for many years) boning out your game; avoiding contact with the spinal fluid; brain, eyes and lymph nodes. Wear rubber gloves and do not cut into the bone. Boning out the meat will accomplish this. I would also use a dedicated saw (never use on meat) to cut off any antlers. I do not know of Antelope being infected, but Deer and Elk have tested positive. Good hunting and play it safe! Let's all try to assist the Game and Fish Department with this serious problem. grayghost