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Mark Peterson Becomes Part Owner of The Wildlife Gallery

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Worldwide Trophy Adventures’ owner and outdoor television personality, Mark Peterson, recently became part owner of The Wildlife Gallery. The partial acquisition of The Wildlife Gallery affords Peterson a unique and valuable partnership. Their mission and Peterson’s goals work hand in hand. Many impressive mounts displayed in his home and businesses reflect the unrivaled skill of the organization.

“I am excited to be joining one of the top companies in the industry when it comes to trophy preservation. I’ve lost track of the times that I have received mounts back and the work far exceeded my expectations. I have no doubt that you will be just as happy with their services as I have been.”

All of those who hunt and fish understand the value of preserving a trophy. They also realize that not all taxidermy businesses are created equally. There are varying levels of skill and experience. It is an art form that requires meticulous attention to anatomical and artistic detail. Everyone has heard of horror stories that involved substandard work, work that took much longer than stated, and, in rare cases, not getting a trophy back at all.

Peterson understands the importance of consistent, quality work that is done within an appropriate timeframe and at the right price. He believes the work of The Wildlife Gallery is second to none. Not only is the team highly skilled, but they are also committed to excellent customer service.

Brad Eldred, President and CEO of The Wildlife Gallery, stated: “On behalf of myself and the entire Wildlife Gallery team, I would like to say how very excited and honored we are to be partnered with Mark Peterson and his awesome team in the hunting, fishing and outdoor world that we love so much! I believe this is a perfect fit. This partnership gives us the ability to offer our like-minded outdoor lovers the very best in service from the start to the finish of their worldwide adventures.”

Peterson and Worldwide Trophy Adventures pride themselves in offering the very best outdoor adventures. That is why they works hard to make it easier to connect with the best companies in the industry, like The Wildlife Gallery. Their common goal is to ensure excellence and convenience in every aspect of the outdoor experience for their clients.

About the Wildlife Gallery

It is the mission of The Wildlife Gallery Taxidermy team to provide an “industry-changing experience” by producing exceptional quality and craftsmanship with new and creative ideas, while maintaining the highest level of customer service before, during, and after the sale. The team is guided and driven by the three simple principles…do what’s right, do your best, and treat others the way you would like to be treated.

The Wildlife Gallery boasts the largest tannery in the country for taxidermy and is one of the main taxidermy companies in the US. They specialize in every trophy imaginable from elephants to northern pike. The Wildlife Gallery also has multiple locations throughout the U.S. for the convenience of the customers they serve.

For more information, please visit: http://thewildlifegallery.com/our-mission/

About Worldwide Trophy Adventures

Worldwide Trophy Adventures, (WTA), the preferred partner of Cabela’s, is “Your Ultimate Outdoor Connection.” WTA offers global hunt bookings, landowner tags, and tag application services. For more information visit www.worldwidetrophyadventures.com or find us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/TrophyAdventures).

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Wyoming’s Preference Point Deadline Is Approaching: October 31

Wyoming’s Preference Point Deadline Is Approaching: October 31

Preference Point Deadline: October 31, 2025

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.

Wyoming’s system is unique. Unlike other states, you don’t automatically receive a preference point if you’re unsuccessful in the draw. Instead, you must log in after July 1 and purchase your points separately. Building points is critical if you want a shot at drawing a Wyoming tag. Over-the-counter opportunities are a thing of the past. Today, only 25% of non-resident tags are issued randomly. The other 75% go to applicants with the highest point totals.

If you want to hunt big game in Wyoming, building preference points isn’t optional…it’s essential.

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While preference points are an investment in the future, don’t let that keep you from starting now. While Wyoming has units that require 18+ points, there are also good opportunities to hunt sooner. There are elk, deer, and antelope hunts that can be drawn with 0–3 points. Think about it this way—the more points you have, the more options you have.

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If you’re serious about trophy-class western hunting, Arizona should be a top priority. With coveted Desert and Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep tags, the chance to draw world-class mule deer permits, and outstanding opportunities for Coues deer, the Grand Canyon State offers some of the most exceptional big game hunting in North America. However, drawing a tag is no easy feat—Arizona’s structured, bonus point-based draw system is designed to reward persistence.

That’s where WTA TAGS comes in.

We do more than help you apply—we help you draw. And once you do, we ensure you make the most of it by connecting you with the state’s top professional outfitters, giving you the best possible shot at success.

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Frozen Arrow: A South Dakota Bison Hunt

Frozen Arrow: A South Dakota Bison Hunt

Bison are the West’s enduring icon, roaming the plains by the millions before nearly vanishing, only to return through ranch conservation efforts. Today, 90% of them live on ranches, where hunters help fund and manage herds. I’d seen bison in parks, but bowhunting one was the dream. South Dakota’s open country felt right, so I called Worldwide Trophy Adventures, and they set me up with a top-notch outfitter.

The hunt required unique gear. South Dakota’s winter can be brutal. We expected windchills to drop into the -30° F range during our trip, cold enough to frostbite fingers in minutes. I packed heavy wool layers, insulated boots, and fingerless gloves under mittens, knowing I’d need to pull them off to shoot my bow. WTA handled all the logistics. All I had to do was get there.

I drove from Michigan, loaded with empty coolers for meat and space for the hide and skull. The outfitter’s setup was a cluster of small houses around a central lodge, clean and warm with cozy beds. We ate home-cooked dishes in the lodge, hearty meals that fueled our long, frigid days. My guide, Shannon, was excellent. He loves his job and hunts hard, even during nasty weather.

We planned the hunt over beers in the lodge that first night. Bison are solitary, not in herds this time of year, making them tough to find. We’d glass from high points, then stalk on foot. Although the terrain seems flat, it’s full of dips and ridges that bison use to get out of the wind.

Day one, we glassed from a hill, scanning miles of icy grass. Nothing. After a few hours, we got intel on a bull near a watering tank an hour away. We drove out and huddled in a low, swampy area to make a plan. Just as Shannon said, “Bison can appear out of nowhere,” one crested the ridge behind us. We ducked into the reeds, barely hidden. He closed to 45 yards, his long horns gleaming in the blowing grass, but the strong wind made a bow shot a low-percentage opportunity. We chose to let the bull walk, opting to wait for better conditions and a more ethical shot.

We spotted him a mile out with three cows. Shannon set up a brand-new, custom screenprinted bison decoy along a tree line. We hid in a blowdown, hoping to draw him close enough for a shot. The bull came right to the decoy but stayed 60 yards out. Again, it was too windy to shoot. He moved off fast, trailing the cows. We attempted other stalks, but the cows’ sharp eyes kept us pinned out of range. Beat, we headed back to the lodge for a hot meal and playoff football, planning to pick them up in the morning.

Day two was -30° F with wind chill, but the wind had laid down substantially and calmer air meant I could reach further with my bow. We picked up the bull and his cows early. One cow locked onto us, staring for minutes, forcing a slow crawl through a frozen marsh. We closed the distance, but they fed away and out of the area. I couldn’t believe how slow they looked yet how fast they moved through the landscape.

We picked them up again, grazing in a huge open area with a single tree line cutting through it. Using the trees as cover, we crept up, tree by tree, to avoid the watchful eyes of those wary cows. When we snuck within range, I slipped off my mittens, the cold burning my fingers, and nocked an arrow. The first shot hit the bull’s heart. His massive body barely flinched. A second arrow struck true, moving him left and behind a cow. He was mortally wounded, but I wanted to end things quickly. I nocked another arrow and sent it through his lungs. He dropped in 30 seconds after my last shot. My nerves were shot, my whiskers frozen, my fingers numb, but I had dropped a great bull bison with my bow.

The dead bull was beautiful. His horns, wide and tall like goalposts and worn smooth, were unique, Shannon said. His thick coat puffed dust when I slapped it, his blood frozen on the icy ground. Bison are an American icon and taking this one with a bow was amazing.

I took my bull to a nearby butcher, and within 24 hours, it was ready. They showed me the broadhead slashes in his heart, clean and lethal. The meat filled my coolers, the skull went to a taxidermist in Michigan, and the hide’s being tanned for mittens and hats—wonderful reminders of the hunt.

The cold was the toughest part of this hunt, colder than anything I’d experienced, but it made it unforgettable. For a bison hunt, this one’s hard to beat.

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