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South Dakota Hunting Information
When it comes to big game hunting, Colorado stands in a class of its own. With endless opportunity across the Centennial State, it’s nothing short of a hunter’s paradise. But to unlock its full potential, you must first understand the point systems that govern the draw.
For elk, deer, and antelope, Colorado runs on a pure preference point system—meaning the applicant with the most points claims the tag. Four points will never beat five, and year after year the competition builds. For moose, sheep, and goat, the system shifts. You’ll first need to earn three “loyalty points” just to be considered. From there, it becomes a bonus point game: draw odds increase with each point you carry, but luck can strike at any time.
Because of this structure, every serious sportsman should be building Colorado points for every species of interest. The opportunities are simply too great to ignore. WTA TAGS knows precisely how many preference points it takes to draw the best units, and we’ve partnered with top-tier outfitters across Colorado’s most coveted GMUs. Whether your dream is trophy elk, mule deer, antelope, or even the state’s robust offerings of Rocky Mountain bighorn, Shiras moose, and mountain goat—Colorado is a must-apply state.
Let WTA TAGS be your guide. Call 1-800-755-8247 today, and we’ll chart your path to success in Colorado. And don’t forget—applications for kids are always FREE, and female applicants receive 50% off.
South Dakota Application Information
- Species: WTA TAGS offers application assistance for the following species in Colorado: Elk, Mule Deer, Whitetail Deer, Antelope, Black Bear, Shiras Moose, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Desert Bighorn Sheep and Mt. Goat.
- Point System: Deer, elk, antelope, bear: True preference point system. Moose, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, and Mt Goat: Applicants must first earn three loyalty points before entering the weighted draw. (There is no point system in place for Desert Bighorn Sheep)
- Party Applications: Group applications are unlimited and allowed for most species (with the exception moose or Desert Bighorn Sheep. Group applications are not recommended for Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep or Mt. Goat). Group applications are considered at the lowest point total in the group.
- Hunter’s Safety Card Requirement: Hunter education is required for anyone born on or after January 1, 1949 and must be in your position at time of application. Apprentice licenses and test-out options exist for older hunters.
- Youth: You must be 12 years old to hunt big game in Colorado and youth applicants may begin building points at the age of 11 as long as they turn 12 years old before the end of the hunting season.
South Dakota Application Deadlines
West River Special Buck
April 14, 2026
Bison
August 5, 2026
Bonus Point
December 15, 2026
South Dakota Species: Deer, Bison
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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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