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Still Looking for that 2020 Elk Hunt? It’s Not Too Late!

Travis Baker
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Species: Elk
Location: United States

The Rocky Mountain Elk is probably the most iconic big game animal in the West. It’s every hunters dream hunt, and once you’ve experienced it, you’re hooked. We book more customers on elk hunts than for any other specie in North America. It’s a hunt many people will do multiple times.  WTA works with the best outfitters in the industry and we have a hunt that fits just about anyone’s needs.  Whether it’s a private land hunt from a deluxe lodge to a wilderness horseback hunt from a tent camp, regardless of the weapon, rest assured that our team will have you covered. Give our consultants, with over 100 combined years in the industry, a call to plan your next elk hunt.

Awesome Private Ranch in Southern New Mexico – Includes Landowner Tag!

Here’s a great opportunity to hunt some big bulls in southern New Mexico.  We only take two hunters at a time on this private ranch, which is home to a great population of elk. The hunt takes place in one of the state’s premier elk units.  We still have a few spots left for the archery and rifle hunts. The late season hunting here is awesome!  Archery: September 9-14 or 19-24; Rifle: October 1-5, November 30 – December 4, December 7-11, December 14-18

Colorado Private Land Archery Elk – Save $500!

We still have a few archery hunts open, September 26-30, at a reduced price with this northwestern Colorado family-run outfit.  This area boasts a high population of elk with a very good shot opportunity at an archery bull! Here’s a great opportunity to book a last-minute elk hunt at a very reasonable price.  Call now!

New Mexico Private Land Trophy Elk Hunt – Late Hunts Still Open

This GIANT private ranch in west-central New Mexico is home to two state record bulls and 2020 is shaping up to be another incredible year for antler growth!  This area is home to some of the best elk hunting in the state and the outfitter can cater to just about anyone’s physical abilities.  The late season hunting is incredible here with big bulls back in bachelor groups or off on their own.  A comfortable camp with all of the amenities of home is all part of the package on this trophy elk hunt.  November 7-11, November 14-18, November 28 – December 2, December 5-19, December 12-16, December 18-22

Western Colorado Archery Elk Hunt – OTC Licenses

This 20,000 acre private ranch in western Colorado lies close to the Utah border.  The long-time outfitter has a great record for offering quality hunts in the state of Colorado and knows what it takes to run a successful camp.  The archery elk license can easily be purchased over-the-counter in this unit.  Wes till have one spot open during the peak of the rut!  September 25-30 (6-days!).

Estate Cow Elk Hunt in Colorado

Here’s a fill-the-freezer late season hunt option in northeastern Colorado.  All-inclusive hunt with meals, lodging, even airport pick up in Denver.  Plus it’s 1×1 guided! 

Give one of our consultants a call today to learn more about these elk hunting opportunities.  Our toll free number is 1-800-346-8747.

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Against the Odds: Drawing Back-to-Back Sheep and Goat Tags 

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Drawing a sheep tag with 1-in-5,300 odds is amazing. Drawing a mountain goat tag the next year? That’s lottery luck. That’s why it didn’t seem real when my WTA consultant, Jordan Roche, called me two years in a row with that news!

I’d been working with Jordan at WTA TAGS for about five years, letting him manage my hunting applications in multiple states while I focused on staying in shape for whatever hunts might come through. When he called about the Tok Range Dall sheep tag (the only non-resident permit out of 10 total), I knew it was special.

After the excitement of drawing my tag settled in, it was time to find the right outfitter to make my hunt a success. WTA recommended one of their top partners for that area and handled every detail. My outfitter made it clear: this would be a backpack hunt in some of Alaska’s toughest sheep country. At 64, with two hip replacements, I can’t run anymore. But I can hike. So that’s how I prepared—I hiked mile after mile with a weighted pack, knowing the Tok doesn’t care about age or medical history.

We went in a day and a half before the season opened and spotted a band of 14 rams, including one heavy-horned giant that immediately caught our attention. Then Alaska did what Alaska does best. Weather rolled in, the rams vanished, and we spent the three days scouring valleys and ridges to find them again.

When we finally relocated them, we had to break camp and make a major move. After a full day’s work, we spotted six rams bedding down as evening fell. The next morning, we made our play.

The wind that day was unlike anything I’d ever experienced. It sounded like a freight train roaring up the mountain; gusting, dying, gusting again. At 320 yards, I had to time my shot during the lulls. My first shot went wide in the wind. The second shot dropped him—a beautiful 39″ ram. Honestly, I didn’t care about the number. That’s not why I hunt. I’m in it for the experience and a good animal. This ram was both.

The pack-out was its own adventure. We crossed the glacier-fed Tok River multiple times before Matt showed up with a Korean War-era military vehicle that could go just about anywhere. After nine days in the mountains, that slow, bumpy ride was a step up from travelling another 10 miles on foot. This was a trip I’ll never forget.

When Jordan called me in February 2025 to tell me I’d drawn a mountain goat tag, I actually laughed. “Figure out something for next year,” I told him, knowing the odds of a three-peat were one in a million. But first, it was time to prepare for my goat hunt.

I flew into Homer at the end of August, expecting to start hunting on Tuesday. By Monday evening, my outfitter, Paul, was warning me about the incoming weather. “We might not get you in until Friday,” he said. He wasn’t kidding. We sat through three days of howling wind, driving rain, and zero visibility before finally getting our chance.

Paul operates from a landing craft that serves as a mobile base camp. But getting from sea level to where the goats live? That was the hardest climb I’ve ever done, and I’ve completed five sheep hunts.

It was only 1,500 vertical feet, but every step came wrapped in devil’s club thorns, soaking brush, deadfall, and rain-slicked cliff bands. We hiked for what seemed like an eternity before stopping for the night to set up camp.

The next morning changed everything. Once above that coastal jungle, the alpine opened up to reveal why we’d suffered through that brutal climb. There were mountain goats everywhere. Good billies. The kind that makes you forget about devil’s club and exhaustion.

I took my billy on August 30, the first day of actual hunting after being sidelined due to weather. While packing him out, we witnessed something I’d never seen: ravens harassing a billy goat. They would swoop within inches of his head, and he’d swing his horns, trying to knock them away. Paul had told me about this strange relationship between ravens and goats, but seeing it firsthand was incredible.

The trip down gave us one more show. A black bear, fat from gorging on berries, army-crawled through the blueberry patches, entertained us from 400 yards away. I had a bear tag, but watching him was worth more than any trophy. Crossing salmon-choked streams on the way out completed the full Alaskan experience.

Both hunts worked because of solid preparation and connections with the right team. Jordan, my WTA consultant, had been helping me strategically build points and select units for years. When the draw results came through, WTA’s network meant proven outfitters were ready and handled every detail. They provided thorough gear lists, arranged logistics, and coordinated air charters. Everything was dialed in.

Some guys chase record books. Others chase hunting milestones. I finished my slam in 2019 with a desert ram, but what excites me most these days is the experience—the hunts that test you, humble you, and stay with you long after the pack is unloaded. When you work with the right people and put in the preparation, amazing things can happen. Jordan’s already working on my applications for 2026, so we’ll see what adventure comes through next.

Contact WTA TAGS to learn more about drawing the tags of your dreams: 1-800-755-8247

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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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Serious hunters know that Montana is home to some of North America’s most coveted species: Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, Shiras moose, mountain goat, and antelope. The key to unlocking these dream hunts is building points, and the deadline to secure your bonus point for this year is September 30.

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.

Watch Montana Video Rocky Mountain Elk

Montana consistently produces exceptional trophy bulls, making elk the most sought-after species in the state. Archery permits are especially appealing, often requiring only 4–7 years to draw—a remarkably short time period compared to other western states. Rifle permits can often be drawn with a similar point investment, though trophy quality is slightly lower on average. Many of these hunts take place on expansive private ranches, providing hunters with excellent opportunities and high success rates.

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