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Montana – Trophy Elk Opportunity without the Wait!

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Montana – Trophy Elk Opportunity without the Wait!

 

For many of us elk is a species we dream to hunt. Coming from back east it was always very high on my bucket list as it is with many others from my side of the country. After moving out West it is a species I now truly love to hunt. I am always looking for different angles to find new areas to not only hunt elk, but to hunt big elk. A lot of us can’t afford the price of big bulls anymore if we plan to go outfitted. Elk prices have soared and the opportunity just isn’t what it used to be. That is why drawing tags is the best chance to be able to hunt large bulls, whether it be via an outfitted hunt or DIY. There are lots of great places to hunt big bulls: Arizona, New Mexico, Wyoming, Utah and Nevada to name a few. All of these states have something in common – for the most part, to draw the primo units, it will take years and years of applying unless you get lucky. That is not a bad thing, it is a great idea to diversify your portfolio and have those long-term goals. In-fact, some of these hunts will be the best on the planet and it’s just not realistic to think you will draw them more than once-in-a-lifetime. So what does a guy do that wants to hunt big bulls, that doesn’t necessarily want to wait for an extended period? Or can’t afford a $12,000 hunt? One word…..Montana!

 

Montana boast a great opportunity for archery hunters. There are several units in the eastern part of the state that are producing GREAT bulls. At the same time these areas come with very reasonable draw odds. These units are taking as few as 2-4 bonus points to draw which is outstanding. The caliber of the bulls are going to be 290-330 on average with an off chance at 350+ type bulls. Obviously, these do not live around every corner but they absolutely call these units home. We have secured some great outfitted opportunities in these units. The hunt cost is one of the most attractive pieces, coming in at around $6,500 2×1. These hunts will cover your guided hunt, meals, lodging and in-field transportation. We are really excited about this as these hunts are definitely a great opportunity for archery hunters to get on great bulls at a very good price.

 

The Montana draw system is a little different in the fact that they have a preference point system for the general license and a bonus point system for the limited entry license. Additionally, one must first draw a general license before their name can be in the hat for a limited-entry drawing. That is why it is important to purchase a bonus point and a preference point just to be on the safe side. This ensures that you draw your general license. One of the great things about MT is the fact that we have until the end of September to purchase points. That means, even the guys behind the eight ball, can give us a call and get started on their Montana points this season. Here at WTA TAGS our Consultants can go through the draw process and hunt opportunities with you. This is one that definitely should be on your radar, especially if you are into archery and big bulls.  Call WTA TAGS today and get applied for this great opportunity today. DON’T MISS OUT – 1-800-755-TAGS (8247).

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I have been hunting Europe for a little over 10 years now, but there are so many countries and so much game that I feel like it could take another 20 years to see and do everything I want to do. That’s part of what makes Europe so exciting. It truly feels endless. Europe has become incredibly popular for several reasons. First, as an international hunting destination, it is easily accessible, with numerous flights available and no 15-hour, long-haul flights required from the U.S. and North America. Second, the hunts are almost always 100% successful because game management is top-notch and populations are extremely healthy. Third, hunts are relatively short, usually three to five days. Hunts lend themselves perfectly to adding extra vacation time, bringing non-hunters, and enjoying a truly memorable overall trip.

I’ve had the privilege of running WTA-hosted trips designed specifically for couples for the past three years, and we will continue this program well into the future, due to its overwhelming popularity. These trips are structured with a primary hunt alongside a dedicated non-hunter program for observers who prefer not to spend time in the field. Some of these activities have included spa days, shopping excursions, guided sightseeing tours, visits to olive oil operations or wineries, and more. Of course, non-hunters are always welcome to join the hunters in the field if they’d like.

On a personal level, my wife absolutely loves these trips, and I wouldn’t think of traveling to Europe without her. On several occasions when I’ve finished my hunt early, I’ve joined the non-hunters on their excursions and had an absolute blast. We also typically add a couple of days at the beginning of the trip to explore a city or region we haven’t visited before, which helps us adjust to the time change before the hunt begins.

In addition to the hunting, the scenery, the accommodations, and the food are always top-shelf.

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From Argentina to Idaho

My wife and I had just returned from an incredible trip to Argentina with WTA last April, and I wasn’t planning another hunt so soon. But when that Idaho draw result came through, everything changed. Now I’m planning two hunts a year, and my whole outlook has shifted. WTA doesn’t just book hunts; they help you build a hunting life.

October 1 found us in Idaho. The setup was perfect for us: a smaller, family-run operation with two cabins out back, a bathhouse between them, and the whole family was involved in the operation. Mike guided me, his father-in-law took the other hunter, and Mike’s wife and daughter helped run camp. After hunting at a bigger operation in Wyoming where I took a nice mule deer (another great recommendation from Jeremy), this intimate setting felt just right for a moose hunt.

Mountain Moose

Going in, I had no idea we’d be hunting at 5,000 feet above sea level. In my mind, moose meant swamps and willows, not mountain clear-cuts and steep terrain. But that’s where Idaho’s Shiras moose live, and Mike knew exactly how to hunt them.

Day one brought rain, cold, and long hours of glassing. We saw five moose total, including one bull that Mike immediately identified as “maybe a last-day bull, definitely not a first-day bull.” We also spotted a grizzly and some black bears. Idaho’s wild country was showing off! The terrain was brutal but beautiful, though after a full day of hiking those mountains, the word beautiful becomes relative!

Day two, Mike had a specific plan: a four-mile hike to a four-year-old clearcut he’d been watching. The timber gets so thick in Idaho that these clearcuts become magnets for moose. “We’re not going to do as much glassing today,” Mike said. “We’re going to do a lot of calling and listening.”

The Moment

Four miles in, calling and listening the whole way, we finally got an answer. Things happened fast after that. First, a cow appeared, then the bull at 250 yards. On the second morning of the hunt, I had my Idaho Shiras moose down. It was an unforgettable moment.

As most moose hunters will tell you, the real work begins after the moose is down. While we quartered and caped the moose on that steep mountainside, Mike’s wife and father-in-law were gathering horses and mules at the trailhead. The pack-out was something I’d always wanted to experience, and it lived up to all of my expectations. Idaho’s backcountry is stunning in photos, but once you’re off the trail, dealing with deadfall and near-vertical slopes while loading hundreds of pounds of moose meat onto mules, “beautiful” takes on a different meaning. I’m in good shape, and I was completely exhausted. It was fantastic.

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