Season dates kdfwr kentucky department of fish and. I live in tennessee but have hunted in ky for the past 5 seasons. Deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect. At that meeting, they approved the following for the 20192020 hunting season.
Crossbow deer season will now start on the third saturday in september and end on third monday in january which expands the season by roughly 50 days. Crossbow hunting is lawful for all hunters and is designated within certain weeks, specifically known as crossbow season, in the state of kentucky. Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky outdoornews. This grassroots organization made up of crossbow hunters has made history in just one short year. Kentucky announces new crossbow dates kentucky outdoors. Kentucky hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq.
Day 1 or 7 day hunting license or annual hunting license if taken by gun or. Some season dates and regulations may vary by zone. The first split of kentuckys crossbow deer season opened saturday and runs through oct. Deer hunting regulations kentucky department of fish. A hunter may take no more than one 1 antlerless deer with a firearm. Kentucky proposes massive changes to deer hunting seasons. Crossbow regulations in kentucky mechanical broadheads are legal in kentucky. Kentucky fish and wildlife confirms 2018 deer season. Bryan zabitski, an ardent supporter of crossbow hunting, had this to say about the decision. Ap deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. Hunters shall abide by the equipment restrictions in place for each season. Crossbow hunting is permitted in kentucky usually around 3 weeks per year.
It is lawful for hunters to use crossbows during firearms season. A statement from the state fish and wildlife division says the longer season is a way to tap into the popularity of crossbow hunting in recent years. Crossbow deer season expansions enacted for 20192020. June 4, 2019 kentucky deer hunters will have a longer period in the field with their crossbows, after a proposal to expand the season went. Last year we saw new regulations that allowed hunters to take more does and now we have an extension of crossbow seasons. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended thelevisalazer. Crossbow hunting in illinois is very popular, but kentucky crossbow hunting videos are the best. Archery deer season would open the first saturday in september and close. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended changes take effect with the 201920 season. Crossbow hunting regulations in kentucky best crossbow source. Do you ky guys think it should open later or at the same time. Congratulations to the kentucky crossbow federation on the successful approval of crossbow use expansion for archery deer season in the state of kentucky. Kentucky extends crossbow deer hunting season wlky. In kentucky all hunters are legally permitted to use crossbows for hunting but only on a particular season called crossbow season, it is also legally permitted to use crossbows during the firearms season.
The first split of kentucky s crossbow deer season opened saturday and runs through oct. On top of that, the majority of the state had just finally recovered from the bad outbreaks in 2007. Be sure to visit the kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources website for more information. Season dates kdfwr kentucky department of fish and wildlife. Archery season closes the same day but opens on the first saturday in september. Kentuckys crossbow season is extended this year to run sep 21 2019 jan 20 2020. Crossbow hunting opportunities continue to expand across the country with new states adding opportunities and expanding seasons. You can read the full summary at the kentucky crossbow federation website. Kentuckys hunter orange clothing law requires all hunters and persons accompanying them, hunting for any species during the modern gun, muzzleloading, and youth fire arm deer seasons, or a firearm elk or bear season to wear solid, unbroken hunter. The new crossbow season will open the third saturday in september and close the third monday in january. Deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. The 201920 season will open the 3rd saturday in september and run until the 3rd monday in january. We are open to anyone who uses or supports the use of the crossbow during the kentucky deer hunting season.
Get ready for this much longer hunting season with all gear you will need at kygunco we carry several brands of crossbows, bolts, broadheads and more in our store or online here. Frankfort kentucky deer hunters will have a longer period in the field with their crossbows. Firearm means a breech or muzzleloading rifle, shotgun or handgun. The proposal to lengthen the season went through the legislative process earlier this year after being approved by the kentucky fish and wildlife commission board late last year. The crossbow season will begin on the 3 rd saturday of september and run continuously until the 3 rd monday in january. Kentucky crossbow federation president perry mcclure was present, along with other kcf members. The regulations allow youth hunters age 15 and younger to hunt with a crossbow during the entire archery season, similar to the rules in place for. By john culclasure, central appalachian states manager.
Crossbow season expansion approved by legislative subcommittee. Kentucky is one of the latest to increase opportunities with a recent move to expand the deer hunting season for crossbow hunters this fall. Let me add, im shooting a crossbow because of eyesight and shoulder issues. In deerrelated business, the commission recommended changing the crossbow season dates starting with the 20192020 season. Kentucky crossbow hunters will have a longer season to hunt deer this year, the states wildlife resources department says. This comes after a legislative hearing that took place yesterday. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended local news.
Prior to committee action, the kentucky fish and wildlife commission approved the regulation twice. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended changes take effect with the 201920 season frankfort, ky. Crossbow season hello i was thinking about coming to kentucky to hunt this year and i see that there is a crossbow season, is this season for anyone with a. The kentucky fish and wildlife commission announced tuesday that crossbow deer hunting season will be extended this year.
The kentucky crossbow federation is a membershipbased organization dedicated to increasing opportunities for hunting with a crossbow in the commonwealth of kentucky. Muzzleloaders, archery and crossbow equipment may be used during this season. All four 4 deer may be taken with archery or crossbow equipment. Crossbow season would open the third saturday in september and close on the martin luther king, jr. The new crossbow season will open the third saturday in september and close the third. A statement from the state fish and wildlife department. Ap deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into. Kentucky deer hunting crossbow kentucky season opener ebay.
Crossbow season for deer hunting in kentucky is expanding. To all of our crossbow hunters here in ky, our extended 2019 crossbow deer season was a success. Kentucky deer hunters will have a longer period in the field with their crossbows, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. The congressional sportsmens foundation supported the regulation change and submitted a letter in. Bow hunts have a lower success rate than crossbow hunting both because of the speed and no drawback requirement, but also the accuracy. Youths ages 15 and younger hunting deer with a muzzleloader must be accompanied by an adult who shall remain able and in a position to take immediate control of the youths muzzleloader at all times. Major changes to kentucky crossbow season for 20192020. Wbko kentucky deer hunters will have a longer period in the field with their crossbows, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31.
The kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources has extended the whitetail deer season for crossbow hunters beginning in the 20192020 season. Antlerless deer can be harvested in zone 4 during archery season, crossbow season, youth gun seasons and the last three days of december muzzleloader season. Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky this year. John culclasure, central appalachian states manager on may 31, a regulation change that significantly expands the kentucky crossbow deer season went into effect. Kentucky s hunter orange clothing law requires all hunters and persons accompanying them, hunting for any species during the modern gun, muzzleloading, and youth fire arm deer seasons, or a firearm elk or bear season to wear solid, unbroken hunter orange color visible from all sides on the head, back and chest. Kentucky extends crossbow deer hunting season wlky louisville. Crossbow hunting is lawful for all hunters and is designated within certain weeks, specifically known as crossbow season, in.
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