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I think it’s very logical to expand the “any deer permits” along the coast of Maine (BDN, June 18). What seems totally illogical to me is the lack of foresight in not moving the seasons ahead by two weeks when the fall is colder. The reasons being: The deer are moving. The weather being cooler means if one has to hold a deer longer for processing, there is less chance of spoilage.
Third, there are barely enough processors to accommodate the kill. Luckily we have one in this area who is a very good processor and does his best to accommodate everyone. Sadly I drove in his parking lot early in the morning and saw a sign saying “Sorry — We are full for today.”
At the ripe old age of 86 I lack both horsepower and skills to cut up my own deer. I would like to have other hunters share their thoughts.
Fred Carey
St. George