Patagonia Provisions Lightly Smoked Venison Links

In the rainforests and watersheds of Hawai’i, growing numbers of invasive axis deer thrive on native foliage, endangering a unique and fragile ecosystem. Our partners humanely harvest the deer to limit the population, conserve native species, and produce a bountiful supply of lean wild meat, which we use for these smoky, savory, healthy little snacks.

• 2.2 oz (62g) pack
• Servings per pack: about 2
• Shelf stable; refrigerate after opening

• Our venison comes from invasive wild axis deer on the Hawaiian island of Maui, where an absence of predators has allowed their numbers to explode
• The deer devour fragile native foliage, jeopardizing both land-based and near-shore ecosystems
• Our partners at Maui Nui manage the deer populations by humane harvest, in the field, under strict USDA supervision
• Responsible axis deer management means native ecosystems have a chance to recover
• The nutritious lean meat goes to local communities first, at a discount, easing food insecurity on an island where most food is imported
• Maui Nui’s venison also goes into our links, seasoned with a hint of juniper and mustard, then lightly smoked
• The near-absence of fat gives these links a clean finish—no greasy aftertaste

Nutrition:

• Good source of protein (16% DV)
• Low fat (1% DV)
• Made with wild venison, feeding on wild plants
• No antibiotics
• No hormones

Ingredients:

venison, organic turbinado sugar, salt, water, spices (mustard seed, black pepper, juniper), organic cultured swiss chard powder, organic cherry powder, garlic powder, onion powder, lactic acid starter culture, in a beef collagen casing