Connie,

How cold does the freezer get?  Are there different requirements for
different objects on how long they must remain in the freezer?  Or is the
recommendation below just overkill?

Rene

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From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf
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Sent: Monday, March 03, 2003 11:50 AM
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Subject: Re: Fur display/storage

The best thing to do is wrap it in tissue then in plastic and place it in a
freezer at -20C for 2 weeks. This would hopefully kill any insects or their
eggs. If you can't freeze then wrap in in tissue and plastic for 2 weeks
and check every few days for signs of insects (dropping or casings). Other
than that a periodic bug check while on display should keep you safe.

Ian Loughead
Conservator
Parks Canada

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