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Montana Hunting Information
Montana is, without a doubt, the most complex state when understanding and correctly applying for it’s limited-entry big game tags. Are preference points needed? Are bonus points needed? Applicants must understand the difference between applying for Montana’s General Tags and their Permit Area Tags. Both require a very specific way of applying. For their moose, sheep and mountain goat tags, units offered to non-residents change annually. This is just scratching the surface. There is a lot of strategy and complexity when applying in Montana. Professional licensing assistance, like the services offered by the TAGS division at Worldwide Trophy Adventures, is invaluable in this state.
The Big Sky State has it all: incredible Permit Area and General Area elk hunting with some of the easiest draw odds in the West, solid deer opportunities for both muleys and whitetails, and excellent hunting for pronghorn antelope. On the moose, sheep and goat side of the house, Montana offers the highest number of non-resident permits of any other western state.
With such incredible hunting opportunities and an advantageous squared bonus point system, Montana is a must-apply state. The WTA TAGS service will not only apply you correctly and build points for the future, we can also help you make sense out of this state’s incredibly complex application system. All it takes to get started is a phone call to a WTA TAGS Consultant at 1-800-755-8247. Together, we can navigate the Montana draw and decide the right approach for your hunting goals. And remember, we’ll apply your children FREE OF CHARGE and female applicants at 50% off!
With three different application deadlines and different point systems in place, Montana can confuse even the most engaged of applicants.
The TAGS program at Worldwide Trophy Adventures can save you time, frustration, and money when applying in Montana.
When applying for Montana’s Big Game Combination, Elk Combination, or Deer Combination license, the $50 preference point fee is voluntary and generally not needed. Therefore, WTA TAGS does not charge its clients this $50 state fee. One of these three tags must be applied for by the applicant (at 100% draw typically) to then have their name entered into the Special Permit Area Draw for either or both of these species. If not drawn for a Special Permit Area, the general tag can either be used in general areas of the state or be returned for an 80% refund. WTA TAGS can help you through this entire process.
When applying for the Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep species, the world class rams of Montana seem to be on the forefront of everybody’s mind. Besides holding some of the largest rams on the planet, Montana also has relatively high tag availability for the non-resident. With 10 to 15 non-resident permits given annually, this is a “must apply state” for Rockies.
Montana is known for its 40″ Shiras moose and typically issues the highest number of non-resident mountain goat tags annually.
So whether you have your sights set on the goats of the prairie, the giant rams of the backcountry, or something in between, WTA TAGS can handle all the paperwork and help you make sense out of a maze of regulation. Just give us a call today and we’ll help you on your way.
Montana Application Information
- Species: WTA TAGS offers application assistance for the following species in Montana: elk, mule deer, whitetail deer, antelope, Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, Shiras moose and mountain goat.
- Point System: Montana has a preference point system in place for its General Elk, Deer, and Big-Game Combo tags. Montana uses a squared bonus point system for its Permit Area Elk, Deer and Antelope tags and for its moose, sheep and mountain goat tags.
- Party Applications: Up to five applicants may apply together for elk, deer, and antelope. Moose, sheep and mountain goat applications must be individual.
- Hunter’s Safety Card Requirement: Anyone born on or after January 1, 1985, must have a hunter’s safety card in their possession while afield.
- Youth: Applicants are required to be 11 years of age to apply or build points as long as they turn 12 by January 16th of the following year.
Montana Application Deadlines
Elk, Deer
April 1, 2025
Sheep, Moose, Goat
May 1, 2025
Antelope
June 1, 2025
Alternate List
June 30, 2025
Bonus Point
September 30, 2025
Preference Point
December 31, 2025
Montana Species: Elk, Deer, Moose, Rocky Mountain Bighorn, Mountain Goat, Antelope
Don’t Wait: Montana’s Bonus Point Deadline is September 30
Bonus Point Deadline: September 30, 2025 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
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Top 5 Advantages to using WTA TAGS
1. Dedicated Consultant
Each client is assigned a dedicated WTA TAGS Consultant. Our Consultants are the absolute experts in this field and valuable to have in your corner.
2. Peace Of Mind
Your applications will always be submitted on time and with your best interest at heart. If drawn, you will be notified by your dedicated Consultant.
3. The Float
Several states require the applicant to submit the entire tag fee, up-front, at time of application. No worries, WTA TAGS will float the tag fee on your behalf.
4. Extensive Outfitter Network
Once drawn, you can be assured WTA TAGS has the very best outfitter network in place to consider for your world-class tag.
5. Women and Children Program
Female applicants receive 50% off the WTA TAGS service fees, and kids under 19 are FREE!
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