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How To Keep Whole Fresh Turkey or Chicken "Fresh"

Poultry can be kept fresh safely for up to 5 days by following these instructions exactly. 

1 Day:  Can be kept in the fridge 
     

3 Days:  If placed in the freezer overnight for at least 6 hours, you may then return it to the fridge for up to an additional two days. 
     

5 Days:  Place the bird in a cooler surrounded completely by ice making sure that you put ice in the breast cavity and the neck cavity.