Vermont hunters harvested over 15,000 deer in 2021, providing families and communities around the state with about 3.1 million servings of local venison. The total harvest is a little lower than 2020, but VTFWD biologist Nick Fortin says that shouldn't be a surprise, noting that “some decline in the harvest was expected this year, as we’ve been working to reduce deer numbers in some areas to keep them in balance with the available habitat.” Whether as source of food, a cherished tradition, a way

Deer Chili at Deer Camp. We made our list popular “Texas Chili” recipe from MeatChurch.com with venison instead of broken beef. The chuck roast breaks down through the cook to provide an excellent tender bite. Recipe: https://www.meatchurch.com/blogs/recipes/texas-chili #meatchurch #chili #deer | Meat Church BBQ