KDFWR accepting applications for special waterfowl hunts for youths/mentors, mobility-impaired hunters
Online applications will be taken Nov. 1 to 15 for youth and mobility-impaired waterfowl quota hunts at two state-owned fish…
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KYTC ‘Antler Alert’ reminding motorists of hightened risk of deer-vehicle accidents from Oct. through Dec.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s (KYTC) annual “Antler Alert” is reminding motorists that the peak season for deer-vehicle collisions is upon…
KDFWR reminding hunters to take precautions when using tree stands for deer hunting, use harnesses
Tree stands provide deer hunters with an elevated view of field and helps them avoid detection by deer by staying…
Ky Department of Fish and Wildlife now accepting applications for 2024 elk hunting drawing
Hunters lucky enough to be drawn to hunt during Kentucky’s 2023 elk hunt season are afield this fall, taking their…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: WildTail’ documentary recalls one of country’s greatest conservation successes
From the swamps of Florida to the rolling hills of the Bluegrass State, the white-tailed deer has become a wildlife…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Kentucky’s fall dove season opens today, season runs through October 26
Kentucky’s fall dove season opens today. The fall season dates are September 1 through October 26. The 90-day season is…
Boone County’s Decker Wildlife Management Area among two new WMA properties to open September 1
Two new properties will open to public access Sept. 1, providing more opportunities for hunting – including archery deer season….
Kentucky Afield Outdoors: Wingshooters encouraged to prepare now, KY’s dove season takes flight Sept. 1
On the first of September each year, thousands of hunters flock to Kentucky’s fields with shotguns slung over their shoulders….
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife seeking public input on revised State Wildlife Action Plan
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is inviting the public to review and comment on Kentucky’s newly revised…
KDFWR sets dates for annual WMA waterfowl blind drawings; Hunters must be present to obtain blind
Dates are now set for the annual waterfowl blind drawings for season-long sites at Lake Barkley, Doug Travis, Green River…
KDFWR to open applications for dove quota hunts Aug. 18; new hunts at Big Rivers, KY River WMAs
Four new dove quota hunts are being offered this season by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources in…
KDFWR to host Hunter Education Day August 5 in conjunction with National Shooting Sports Month
In conjunction with National Shooting Sports Month in August, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is hosting a…
KDFWR urges boater safety over July 4 holiday; ‘Operation Dry Water’ to target impaired boaters
Conservation officers with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will join law enforcement agencies across the nation for…
KDFWR reminding Kentuckians to be ‘bear wise’ both at home, and in the outdoors, during summer months
Conservation officers and biologists with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources want to remind the public that sightings…
Kentuckians can fish license-free throughout the state during annual Free Fishing Weekend June 3-4
Gather the family and go fishing the first weekend in June for free in Kentucky. Fishing is good, clean outdoor…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Kentucky’s 2023 spring wild turkey season harvest exceeded expectations
Kentucky’s spring wild turkey season ended Sunday, May 7, and it’s not a stretch to say that the harvest numbers…
As weather warms and baby animals emerge, officials are reminding Kyians to stay clear of young wildlife
From forests and farms, to neighborhoods and even downtown in our cities, spring brings with it a surge in newborn…
KDFWR’s spring turkey hunting series ‘Struttin’ in the Bluegrass’ returns for fourth season April 15
Experience the thrill of springtime turkey hunting in Kentucky when “Struttin’ in the Bluegrass” returns for its fourth season later…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Compelling storylines from Kentucky’s upcoming spring wild turkey season
There are two compelling storylines leading up to Kentucky’s 2023 spring wild turkey season. What impact, if any, will the…
Spring turkey season returns with youth-only weekend April 1-2; general hunting opens April 15
Unlike the American woodcock’s skyrocketing flight or the mating dance of sandhill cranes, wild turkeys communicate through different vocalizations during…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: With unseasonably warm weather, spring fishing is off to an early start
Unseasonably warm weather got spring fishing off to an early start this year. March 1 is the unofficial start to…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: An Iconic pollinator, Monarch Butterflies are suffering alarming population decline
This time of year vegetable and flower gardeners are receiving seed catalogs in the mail and planning for the spring…