I wonder what you guys in Texas do when you get deer this time of year. I got a doe on Friday. It was probably in the high 40s when she was shot, but it was headed for the 80s.
As soon as I could, I packed the gut cavity with 40 lbs. of ice, put a tarp over her, and then two moving blankets (this was in the back of my pickup).
I waited until she was well chilled before skinning and quartering.
I've finally got all of her processed, packaged, and in the freezer -- except for the tenderloins. They are tonight's dinner. They have been marinating since yesterday.
