I have one of these game hangers that fits in a trailer hitch of truck. Shoot em, get them on the gambrel. Skin em out. Then bone them and place in a cooler on ice. Ive done the super cold ice water with salt. Its ok but prefer to not get the meat wet. Think flavor is more mild.
I like it better than elk. Not as good as moose, but close
Here is my solution for a cheap game hanger- some black pipe, a 2x4 and some rope.
We've been using this or similar for years.