Commonly referred to as the “Slam Ram”, the Desert sheep is often times the last sheep on a hunters list to complete their Grand Slam of North American Wild Sheep.Desert sheep tags are notoriously difficult to draw in the United States and auction tags are sold for exorbitant amounts of...
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...
Summertime Black Bear Hunting on the White Mountain Apache
Summertime Black Bear Hunting on the White Mountain Apache by Travis Baker, OA Senior Hunting, Fishing, TAGS Consultant I recently returned from a successful black bear hunt on the White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation (WMA) in east-central Arizona. I have bear hunted in Alaska, multiple Canadian provinces, and the lower...
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...
Hawaii – Hunting in Paradise
Hawaii- Hunting in Paradise by Mark Peterson Because we are currently in the middle of the spring break season, one of the most frequently asked questions I receive is where would I recommend taking my family next year? This is often followed by my comment that “I can only take so...
WTA Hosted Hunts – Great Hunting and Camaraderie
WTA Hosted Hunts Great Hunting and Camaraderie By Tim Herald, WTA owner and consultant What is a WTA hosted hunt, and why should I consider going on one? We get those questions all the time, and the answers are pretty simple. A WTA hosted hunt is a small group hunt...
Consultant’s Corner with Wyatt Bowles: Field Judging Antelope
As I just returned from a successful Pronghorn Antelope hunt in Nevada, field judging antelope is fresh on my mind. Hunting pronghorn antelope is a super fun but challenging. These critters can be extremely hard to field judge. I have a few helpful tips for you that I learned both in the field...
Consultant’s Corner with Travis Baker: How to Tip? How Much?
Tipping: What's Appropriate? Probably the hardest part of your trip will be figuring out what is appropriate to plan to bring to tip. We're always happy to help you figure out your target range when you book, but most of the questions we get fall into these categories. 1. How...
Consultant’s Corner with Caleb Sutton: Early Season Whitetail Deer
5 Tips to Improve Your Odds Taking Early Season Whitetail Deer Scouting Locations: Utilizing aerial photos to predict pinch points, travel corridors, food sources, and water sources to find early season whitetail deer. Use a tool like OnXmaps to make sure you are on public land or have the proper...