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The Ultimate Elk Hunt and More: Why Montana Should Be on Your Radar

Erik Schell
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  • Erik Schell
Species: Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Antelope, Shiras Moose, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goat
Location: Montana

A big bull elk is at the top of nearly every hunter’s bucket list. But the chance to acquire this regal trophy often comes with a hefty price tag, comparable to a new vehicle, or requires decades of bonus points to draw. The solution? Montana. The Big Sky State has impressive bulls and tags that can be drawn within four to six years, or often with some luck, even sooner. Not only do these expansive private ranches offer world-class elk hunting, but the opportunities for mule deer and whitetail deer are equally noteworthy.

  • Deadline to Apply: April 1 for Elk, Deer, Big Game Combo. May 1 for Moose, Sheep, Goat. June 1 for Antelope.
  • Draw Post Date: Approximately April 15 for Elk, Deer, Big Game Combo.
  • WTA TAGS Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Pronghorn Antelope, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goat, Moose.
  • Youth: Must be 11 years old by January 16 of the following year to hunt.
  • Hunter’s Safety: Required if born after January 1, 1985.
  • Point System: General combos are allocated through preference points, while permit areas use bonus points.
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Whether you’ve been building points in Montana for years or you’re new to the application process, a WTA TAGS consultant can guide you through every step to ensure that your applications align with your hunting goals. Here are a few of our top picks to book or to start building points to draw:

Rifle Bull Elk

Experience mild topography, exceptional trophy quality, and the chance to combo your hunt with antelope and/or mule deer. This is one of the premier multi-species hunts available.

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Archery Bull Elk

WTA’s portfolio of archery elk hunts in Montana features the state’s premier trophy ranches, where bulls scoring 340–370 are common. If you’re looking for value-minded offerings, we have exactly what you need.

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Rifle Mule Deer

This location boasts impressive deer populations and solid trophy quality, making it one of the best values in mule deer hunting today. Tags can be drawn at a 100% level for 2026, and spots are still available.

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Archery Whitetail Deer

With over 25 miles of river bottom surrounded by agricultural fields and meadows, this area offers astounding deer densities. Tags are easily drawn, and high success rates are the norm. Hunts occur in September and October, with the option to add antelope if drawn.

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Don’t wait too long—demand for Montana’s coveted elk and deer tags is on the rise, leading to longer wait times and increased hunt prices. The April 1 application deadline for Montana elk and deer tags is coming up quickly. Remember, if you don’t apply, you can’t draw.

Make your hunting dreams a reality in Montana! Give WTA TAGS a call today to get started 1-800-755-8247.

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Win this World-Class Moose Hunt in British Columbia

Win this World-Class Moose Hunt in British Columbia

My Canadian moose hunt was the kind of trip I’ll tell my grandkids about. It’s everything I could have wanted in a moose hunting adventure: miles of unspoiled wilderness in British Columbia, prime moose habitat, and the best guide I’ve ever had. And the best part? Right now, you have a shot to win this world-class hunt for yourself.

Booking this hunt through Worldwide Trophy Adventures made planning easy. Their knowledgeable consultants guided me through each step of the process and helped me create a plan that fit my goals. For me, that meant making the marathon drive from Michigan to Northern BC so I could bring as much meat back with me as possible. It was a long but simple trip across North America, filled with black bear, elk, and mule deer sightings. With WTA’s help, the border crossings went smoothly as well.

The camp was straight out of my boyhood imagination—remote, accessible only by bush plane and boat, and in the middle of tons of fresh sign: wolf, grizzly, and moose. Every day from camp we’d watch groups of mountain goats feeding in the peaks above us and drinking fresh water straight from a stream. The wall tents in the middle of the wilderness were comfortable and the food was fantastic.

The hunt itself was a lesson in patience, as we were early in the season. We set out on day hunts from camp each morning, climbing to higher elevation to glass into the valleys below for rutting trophy bulls. Warm weather kept movement slow initially (though we saw moose all week), but a change in the weather brought with it the action we had been anticipating. The much-needed cold and rainy snap set off the beginning of the rut.

I’ll never forget the moment when a large bull moose emerged in response to our calls. The landscape, the stalk, the shot—epic. A few moments later, I was standing awestruck over a giant bull moose. This was, by all accounts, a successful hunt.

Now it’s your turn. WTA is offering an incredible opportunity to walk in the same footsteps with a sweepstakes for this exact hunt for mature bull moose. It’s one of the best moose hunts in North America, filled with tons of quality animals and a value of $23,500.

You’ll share in the same rustic comforts of our wall tent camp and the camaraderie that comes after the day’s hunt. It’ll be a hunting trip you never forget.

Sweepstakes tickets are $35 and you can buy up to 10 tickets. With each dollar you spend, you earn Bonus Bucks which are valid for one year and can be cashed in on your next WTA adventure or applied to your next TAGS portfolio. But don’t delay. Enter now to secure your sweepstakes tickets before the sweepstakes closes on April 28, 2025.

This isn’t just any hunt—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime hunting experience in the Canadian wilderness. Get your tickets now.

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A BC Moose Adventure

A BC Moose Adventure

I knew I was in for something special when I booked a moose hunt in British Columbia with Worldwide Trophy Adventures. I’d heard stories about the vast wilderness and massive Canadian moose up there and I couldn’t wait to hit the trail. Trading the familiar hills of Pike County, Georgia for the untamed Canadian Rockies, I was stepping into a totally different type of hunting with my bow in hand.

Things kicked off with a series of flights that ended in Whitehorse, Yukon. We spent a restful night in Whitehorse and grabbed a bite to eat at the Dirty Northern. Early the next morning, we jumped on a floatplane for the 90-minute flight of a lifetime. Rugged mountains, untouched rivers, and deep blue lakes stretched as far as I could see. Epic. We were at the edge of the world. Landing at base camp, I met my guides, Dawson and Luke. We shared a hearty meal, double-checked our gear, and hit the sack. We’d be trekking to spike camp in the morning.

At dawn, we loaded up the horses and forded a river. It was the start of a grueling 7-hour hike to spike camp. The guides moved like mountain goats while I nursed a two-week-old leg injury from a run-in with a chainsaw back home. It was a constant reminder to take it slow and steady. By the time we reached spike camp, we were deep in moose country.

Our spike camp was bare bones but perfect. A few tents tucked in the trees and a simple campfire setup gave it the nice home-away-from-home feel that many of us hunters love. That first night, we were able to get a bull to respond to our calls. He answered from a ways off but never showed. It was just enough to get our blood pumping for the next few days.

On day two we were up with the sun, fueled by strong coffee and lingering excitement. We spent the day scanning a meadow from a glassing point, hoping to catch a bull cruising for a hot cow. By evening, all we’d seen was a lone cow. We trudged back to camp empty-handed but eager to try new ground the next day.

Early the next morning, a bull with a mid-40″ spread was spotted just over a nearby ridge. As we made our way in his direction, an even bigger bull chased him off. This behemoth, flanked by two cows, was headed our way. Dawson and I quickly set up in a patch of brush, hoping to call him in to bow range.

Dawson’s calling was spot on. The bull turned his massive head our way and started lumbering toward us. When he broke through the trees, my heart nearly stopped. He was enormous. He came within 80 yards but wouldn’t quite close the distance for a bow shot. Knowing the moment was slipping away, I swapped my bow for Dawson’s rifle. I took a deep breath, steadied myself, and slowly squeezed the trigger. The giant was down in seconds.

Walking up to that moose was the definition of humbling. The sheer size of the animal was overwhelming. The bull’s antlers measured 56″ wide with rounded-off points and massive front paddles that screamed “old bull.” Truly a once-in-a-lifetime booner moose. The excitement on Dawson’s and Luke’s faces said it all. This was rare. We spent the next few hours field dressing, capping, and packing out the meat.

That night at spike camp, we gorged ourselves on fresh backstraps over an open fire. We swapped stories and relived the day’s hunt over and over again. It’s hard to imagine a more perfect end to a day in the BC wilderness.

As we trudged back to basecamp, I was struck by the sheer magnitude of what I’d just experienced. The lofty mountains, the separation from the modern world, and the camaraderie with Dawson and Luke, along with that final moment of sweet success, made this moose hunt everything I’d hoped for.

If you’re thinking about a moose hunt, WTA’s setup in British Columbia offers something truly special. The landscape is largely untouched, the game is abundant, and every moment is an adventure. If you’re ready to chase true northern giants, contact WTA’s team and start planning your next big adventure. Trust me, it’ll be a hunt to tell your grandkids about.

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Win this Trophy Moose Hunt in British Columbia

Win this Trophy Moose Hunt in British Columbia

Last September’s Canadian moose hunt was the kind of trip I’ll tell my grandkids about. It’s everything I could have wanted in a moose hunting adventure: miles of unspoiled wilderness in British Columbia, prime moose habitat, and the best guide I’ve ever had.

Booking this hunt through Worldwide Trophy Adventures made planning easy. Their knowledgeable consultants guided me through each step of the process and helped me create a plan that fit my goals. For me, that meant making the marathon drive from Michigan to Northern BC so I could bring as much meat back with me as possible. It was a long but simple trip across North America, filled with black bear, elk, and mule deer sightings. With WTA’s help, the border crossings went smoothly as well.

The camp was straight out of my boyhood imagination—remote, accessible only by bush plane and boat, and in the middle of tons of fresh sign: wolf, grizzly, and moose. Every day from camp we’d watch groups of mountain goats feeding in the peaks above us and drinking fresh water straight from a stream. The wall tents in the middle of the wilderness were comfortable and the food was fantastic.

The hunt itself was a lesson in patience, as we were early in the season. We set out on day hunts from camp each morning, climbing to higher elevation to glass into the valleys below for rutting trophy bulls. Warm weather kept movement slow initially (though we saw moose all week), but a change in the weather brought with it the action we had been anticipating. The much-needed cold and rainy snap set off the beginning of the rut.

I’ll never forget the moment when a large bull moose emerged in response to our calls. The landscape, the stalk, the shot—epic. A few moments later, I was standing awestruck over a giant bull moose. This was, by all accounts, a successful hunt.

Now it’s your turn. WTA is offering an incredible opportunity to walk in the same footsteps with a sweepstakes for this exact hunt for mature bull moose. It’s one of the best moose hunts in North America, filled with tons of quality animals and a value of $36,000.

If you win, you’ll also take home a Gunwerks Magnus MTX Rifle System and a Leupold Mark 5HD scope, coupled with training from the Gunwerks Long Range University Shooting Course to ensure you’re prepared for the challenge.

You’ll share in the same rustic comforts of our wall tent camp and the camaraderie that comes after the day’s hunt. It’ll be a hunting trip you never forget.

Sweepstakes tickets are $35 and you can buy up to 10 tickets. With each dollar you spend, you earn Bonus Bucks which are valid for one year and can be cashed in on your next WTA adventure or applied to your next TAGS portfolio. But don’t delay. Enter now to secure your sweepstakes tickets by May 13, 2024.

This isn’t just any hunt—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime hunting experience in the Canadian wilderness. Get your tickets now.

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