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TAGS Application Renewals and Strategy

Erik Schell
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Success in your profession can be attributed to hard work, perseverance, and surrounding yourself with knowledgeable and sound-minded individuals. Success in your hunting career depends on the same key factors. Regardless of whether you’re hoping to fulfill childhood dreams that originated from reading a Sports Afield article or you’ve set a goal to target the biggest trophies across the West, planning is paramount.

The amount of time required to learn each state’s draw system and hunt areas, as well as the ever-changing regulations, can make the task seem daunting and unrealistic. This is where utilizing the WTA TAGS professional application service comes in. We start with your individual goals and priorities to create a sound and realistic application plan. Once you’ve drawn that dream tag, TAGS has a stable of vetted outfitters to ensure your opportunity is not squandered.

Call WTA TAGS today and set the course of your hunting career for a lifetime of success: 1-800-755-8247.

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The deadline to purchase Wyoming preference points is October 31. If WTA is already managing your TAGS applications, you’re all set. If not, don’t miss the chance to secure points this year. It’s the perfect time to talk with a TAGS consultant to start a new portfolio or grow your existing one.

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Montana squares bonus points in its draw system, and hunters with more points gain a significant advantage in the draw. If you’ve ever dreamed of chasing a record bull, a giant ram, or a heavy-horned buck in Montana, strategically building points will put you in the best position to find success in upcoming seasons.

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