Bison are an iconic Western species with a colorful history in America. Thanks to excellent conservation efforts, hunts for truly free ranging bison now exist in six states but one state quickly rises to the forefront, Wyoming. The Yellowstone ecosystem in northwestern Wyoming boasts a herd numbering 4,900 as of June 2019. This means the...
Wyoming Elk Hunts Available for 2020
January 31st marks the deadline for applicants to apply for the 2020 Wyoming elk draw. The hunts below represent some of the finest elk hunting options available across the Cowboy State. Do not risk your valuable preference points on a potentially bad hunt, let WTA TAGS' 17 years of boots-on-the-ground...
The Journey Within, A Bird Hunter’s Diary – Half Way Home
It is hard to comprehend that Dad, Grant and I are at the half-way point of this journey. We’ve traveled some miles. Especially the dogs. In one day alone, Shooter put on 23.41 miles, Arrow put on 19.36 miles, Tiny put on 16.42 miles and Missy put on 7.85 miles...
Gunwerks Long Range University Hunting Course – Second Day of Class
I drew a Colorado buck antelope tag this year and I’m positive that extending my effective range will increase my odds of taking a bigger, older buck. The possession of this tag and being only 90 days away from the hunt increased my focus for Day 2 of Gunwerks LRU.**If...
Moose Hunting this Fall
Archery moose hunting during the rut is one of the most exciting hunts in North America. To increase your odds of success, you need to concentrate on areas with high moose densities. This Alberta operation is located in a very unique area; private lands, low wolf density, agricultural fields surrounded...
Gunwerks LRU (Long Range University) First Day of Class
Confidence is a key component of marksmanship and even more essential in long- range shooting. In situations when doubt creeps into your mind, it’s almost as if your brain “finds a way” to assist in missing the shot.I was hoping Gunwerks Long Range University (LRU) would increase my knowledge base...
Alaska Reindeer Hunting
As a hunting consultant in the industry for over 20 years, I have seen a lot of hunting patterns change. Unfortunately, one of the biggest changes has been in caribou hunting across North America. Call it what you want, global warming, predation, over hunting, government politics, special interest groups, migration...
Alaska Tags Deadline
Well the application season is once again upon us. Alaska has a December 17th application deadline. Here is a little more detail on the Alaska draw and the species available to apply for. Hunting The Last Frontier can be a really special experience and drawing a tag can certainly improve your...
Alaskan Dall Sheep Hunt – A Father & Daughter Adventure
This story has to start with the fact that I have been truly blessed to have hunted all over North America, and that hunting has been a North Star in both my family life and career. That said, nothing, and I mean nothing, on planet earth prepared me for...
The High Altai
When I first started in this business I was certain I’d be doing a fair bit of hunting related travel. However, I always wondered if I’d ever get the chance to hit Mongolia, specifically the area the High Altai argali calls home – the Altai Mountains of the extreme northwestern...
Baited Black Bear Hunting In the Canadian Wilderness
Baited Black Bear Hunting In the Canadian Wilderness Time to Emerge From Your Den! By Jason Berger - Manager, WTA Outdoor Adventures Over the past decade and a half, I’ve recommended fully guided hunting trips to thousands of sportsmen. I’ve heard it all, up-to and including, “I want to hunt...
New Mexico Exotics – Oryx & Ibex
by Eric Pawlak - WTA TAGS Director New Mexico allocates a limited number of non-resident tags to pursue Oryx and Ibex in a free range environment. These unique offerings are a chance for hunters to purse some of the great collector species of the world, without the time and expense...
Tags Drawn and Lessons Learned
by Eric Pawlak – (Director WTA TAGS) Boy, have I made some mistakes … The greatest tag I’ve ever drawn was a Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep tag in Montana. After studying the data, I applied for the tag I estimated to have the very best non-resident odds of drawing. This...
KIDS APPLY FREE FOR TAGS
KIDS APPLY FREE FOR TAGS WITH WTA by Mark Peterson The TAGS division of Worldwide Trophy Adventures (WTA) wants to assist our young people in hunting for some of the most coveted big game trophies in the United States. Therefore, we have a program where our WTA TAGS licensing application...
Should I Take My Firearm?
As an international traveling sportsman, one of the questions we are most frequently asked is about taking my own firearm or renting. This is a personal question, and the correct answer depends upon the hunter(s) themselves. Before advising my client the best route to take, I start with my standard list...
What Now? Hunting Season Fast Approaching!
By Jordan Christianson- WTA Hunt and TAGS Consultant. With the TAGS season mostly behind us, we are only left to see the results for Arizona’s deer and sheep applications. Now don’t get me wrong, there is no doubt that the lucky recipients of these permits have a world class hunt on...
Haven’t drawn a tag yet this year? This is for you!
From Jordan Christensen, WTA Consultant and TAGS Application Expert Tip 1: You don’t apply for Idaho…Why not? With the tags application season in full swing, and many of the state deadlines come and gone, I find myself talking with many hunters about what options to consider if they happen to...
Take Advantage of this Banner Year for Wyoming Antelope
from Caleb Sutton, WTA Consultant Wyoming Antelope If you are still looking for something to do this fall, or if antelope is already on the radar and you haven't pulled the trigger on a hunt let me tell you about a great opportunity for this upcoming season. This year in...
What Happens After I Take My Trophies on International Hunts?
International hunts are thrilling and a unique experience. With the amazing experience comes things you don’t have to worry about when hunting in your home country. WTA’s International Consultant, Frank Cole, has some excellent tips for how to handle the specifics after you’ve taken your trophies. 1.Customs Broker Hire a...
5 Best Black Bear Destinations
Black bear hunts can be a fun challenge. They're full of heart-pumping excitement, adrenaline, and result in a great trophy (and delicious eats, too!). If you've never hunted bear, or even if you are a seasoned bear hunter, these may be the hunts you've been looking for. 1. Alberta Black...
5 Reasons to Consider a Texas Aoudad Hunt
Texas Aoudad hunts are some of the most under-appreciated sheep hunts out there. However, they just might be your best bet for getting into sheep hunting! Here's why: 1. Most affordable sheep hunt out there Mountain sheep hunts can easily top $25,000-50,000. Or, you can apply for a tag in...
Consultant’s Corner: Polarized Sunglasses
Travis Baker, WTA hunting & fishing consultant, gave us some tips on how and when to wear polarized sunglasses in the field--and why you should always wear them. Ever wonder what type of lens is best for the environment you'll be in during your next trip? We have your answers!...
Triple Threat: Brown Bear Rifle
Mark Peterson's Brown Bear Rifle hunt for his NA29x3 quest provides a great model for why you should be careful picking when and where you hunt for brown bears. He hopes this story will empower you to make the best decisions before and during your next brown bear hunt. Brown...
Consultant’s Corner: Traveling with Firearms
This post comes from Sr International Consultant, Frank Cole. For most hunting trips, you will have to deal with the trouble of flying with firearms and ammunition. It can cause a huge headache if you're not prepared going into your trip. Here are 5 quick tips about how you can...
Consultant’s Corner: Late-season Waterfowl Tactics
These 5 tips to improve your late-season waterfowl hunts come to us from WTA consultant Caleb Sutton. 1. Scouting Waterfowl: This is huge during all times of the season but especially late in the game. If you are hunting somewhere in the midwest/prairie states where birds utilize fields, I always...
Team Gunwerks Draws Coveted Wyoming Grizzly Tag
Guest blogger: Eric Pawlak, WTA TAGS Manager, on Grizzly Tags and the Actual Tags Out there...and How to Get Them If this tag actually existed, available via drawing, you can bet your bottom dollar someone from the Gunwerks team would almost certainly draw it. Why not – they draw everything...
Consultant’s Corner: Wyoming Elk Tags
Applying for an Elk Tag in the Great State of Wyoming This post comes to you from our TAGS Manager, Eric Pawlak. Wyoming Elk Application Deadline ALERT- The 2017 application deadline for Wyoming elk tags is fast approaching. Non-residents must have their applications submitted by midnight, January 31st. Only...
Consultant’s Corner: Traveling to the New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia
When you’re going on a hunt to New Zealand, Australia, or New Caledonia, some special rules will apply. WTA Consultant Frank Cole is a frequent international traveler, and he sat down with us to share some tips on these unique tips and how you can get the most out of...
Triple Threat: NA29 Muzzleloader Antelope Freak
Mark Peterson, CEO of Worldwide Trophy Adventures, is working on a unique task: completion of the NA29 with bow, rifle, and muzzleloader. His muzzleloader antelope hunt was this fall. You can track the status of this quest on his website, www.markvpeterson.com. Background In October 2016, I had the privilege of hunting,...
Consultant’s Corner with Nathan Mrnak: Hunting Opportunities for your Kids
One of the things I am most proud of as an employee of WTA is something I see going on behind the scenes that most of us in the industry don't talk enough about. It's the future of hunting. No, I am not talking about QDM or habitat management. I...
