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Get the hide off, bone it out and get as much airflow as possible. Keep meat out of the sun, if available use a creek bottom or drainage as air temps will be cooler. Good game bags allow airflow and help keep the meat clean. Elk, I would take as much as possible and go. Come back for camp as that will free up more room for meat. Have a plan at the other end, IE coolers, freezer or meat locker. Deer split between two guys is definitely a one trip deal for me but it's all about how much weight you can handle. A good pack makes a huge difference.
Say you get an elk down just before dark. Do you quarter and hang over night then pack out at daylight? or do you bone it and hike out in the dark? I know every situation is different but just looking for everyones opinion or experiences. Thanks!