I can usually find elk within 6-10 miles and I debone and get it it out in 2-3 trips. If it is hot out I will submerge the meat in a stream. that usually cools it down very fast and keeps the flies off. i try to leave the hide on if submerging in water. i have also de-boned and put the meat in 2 gal. Ziplocks and then submerged it in a stream. This worked well.