Crossbow hunting kentucky hunting outfitters, ky deer season. Kentucky deer hunting 400 acre property calls only for questions 2707667166. October 1 october 20, 2019 and november 9 through december 31, 2019. Oct 01, 2016 crossbow hunting is a niche but growing slice of the deer hunting community. Youth and over 65 can hunt from first sat in sept to third week end of jan. On top of that, the majority of the state had just finally recovered from the bad outbreaks in 2007. Kentucky hunting outfitters offer different luxuries, and we have the basic amenities. Regulations for the fall and winter hunting seasons are printed in the kentucky hunting and trapping guide. Download the 20182019 kentucky hunting guide for detailed information on deer quotas and bag limits for kentucky. Application for authorization to use crossbow for deer and.
Allowing hunters to take a bag limit of deer in each zone, independent of the other zones bag limits. I knew that i could get an exemption from my doctor but i didnt, perhaps now i. The commission recommends all hunting, fishing and boating. Crossbow hunting is a niche but growing slice of the deerhunting community. The crossbow season will begin on the 3 rd saturday of september and run continuously until the 3 rd monday in january. Deer hunting regulations kentucky department of fish.
Home forums hunting weapons crossbow forum new crossbow season discussion in crossbow forum started by hoene, apr 9, 2019. It is lawful for hunters to use crossbows during firearms season. Crossbow hunting regulations by state click on a state in the list below to read about crossbow hunting regulations in that state. Archery deer season would open the first saturday in september and close. Crossbow season would open the third saturday in september and close on the martin luther king, jr. Additionally, hunters under the age of 16 and over the age of 65 may hunt with a crossbow from september 7th, 2019 through january 20th, 2020. Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky this year.
This gives hunters throughout the state ample time in the field to help regulate local deer populations. John doans giant kentucky crossbow buck deer hunting. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended surfky news. Jun 22, 2018 in deerrelated business, the commission recommended changing the crossbow season dates starting with the 20192020 season.
Be sure to visit the kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources website for more information. Expanding the season provides additional opportunities, keeps hunters afield. Hunting or fishing without required licenses and permits. A voice for crossbow supporters in the bluegrass state. Crossbow hunting in illinois is very popular, but kentucky crossbow hunting videos are the best. Any weapon legal for elk hunting can be used during the bull or cow firearms hunts. Kentucky fish and wildlife confirms 2018 deer season. Kentucky bow hunting kentucky hunting outfitters, ky. A vlog of my opening day in the woods hunting whitetail deer in kentucky. Bow hunts have a lower success rate than crossbow hunting both because of the speed and no drawback requirement, but also the accuracy. Kentucky extends crossbow deer hunting season wlky.
With these changes, kentucky crossbow season for whitetail deer will open on the 3rd saturday in september and close on the 3rd monday in january. I knew that i could get an exemption from my doctor but i didnt, perhaps now i will get back into hunting with more than just my rifle. Crossbow hunting is an increasingly popular sport, and to meet the greater demand for hunters, the kentucky fish and wildlife department has extended the crossbow season for deer hunting. 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 law essentially treats crossbows as a muzzleloader. During an anyweapon hunting season you can hunt with a crossbow without any other permit besides your hunting license and proper tag. Antlerless deer could only be taken during youth gun seasons, during archery and crossbow seasons, or the last three days of the december muzzleloader season. Kentucky proposes massive changes to deer hunting seasons and. Doan started to worry it would never turn and come into crossbow range. Congratulations to the kentucky crossbow federation on the successful approval of crossbow use expansion for. At that meeting, they approved the following for the 20192020 hunting season. 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. New public land deer hunting regulations highlighted the quarterly meeting of the kentucky fish and wildlife commission on dec.
Hunters using crossbows during a deer firearms season must follow all firearm season restrictions, zone guidelines and other hunting. Crossbow hunting regulations in kentucky best crossbow source. Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky outdoornews. Crossbows also legal for handicapped persons by permitto hunt with a crossbow during an archery season, you must also have a valid archery permit as well as a hunting license and a proper tag. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended changes take effect with the 201920 season. Crossbow hunting is permitted in kentucky usually around 3 weeks per year. The kentucky fish and wildlife commission announced tuesday that crossbow deer hunting season will be extended this year. Jun 19, 2018 the kdfwr commission met on friday, june 15, 2019. 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. We provide information regarding requirements, a quick overview of the states crossbow regulatory history, as well as any vital requirements and restrictions that may apply. Coyotes may be hunted after daylight hours using lights or nightvision equipment from feb. During the 201516 season, kentucky deer hunters checked 155,730 whitetails.
All hunters must comply with the hunter orange clothing law. We are open to anyone who uses or supports the use of the crossbow during the kentucky deer hunting season. Deer harvest by crossbow hunters is statistically insignificant. Jun 17, 2019 the new crossbow season will open the third saturday in september and close the third monday in january. Completion of the fwc physician certification form accessible to print during the online application process with a statement by a licensed physician that the applicant is permanently incapable of drawing any type of bow with a minimum draw weight of 40 pounds.
Northern ky crossbow starts the third saturday in sept goes till the third weekend in jan. Muzzleloaders, archery and crossbow equipment may be used during this season. Kentucky hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. Deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. Hunting in kentucky is now a deer hunting guides dream. A statement from the state fish and wildlife department. Jul 22, 2019 ryan whitaker takes is son brady out looking for a monster kentucky buck with the camx crossbow in hand. 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.
Crossbow hunting is lawful for all hunters and is designated within certain weeks, specifically known as crossbow season, in the state of kentucky. The crossbow, youth gun, muzzleloader and modern gun seasons follow later. Application for authorization to use crossbow for deer andor. To all of our crossbow hunters here in ky, our extended 2019 crossbow deer season was a success. 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 into effect may 31. 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 orange color visible from all sides on the head, back and chest. Kentucky 2019 crossbow season for deer has been extended. Aug 01, 2007 a beginners guide to hunting with a crossbow.
Season dates kdfwr kentucky department of fish and. Kentuckys 201920 hunting season for whitetailed deer opens in two weeks. The 20172018 deer season now open in kentucky with start. Ryan whitaker takes is son brady out looking for a monster kentucky buck with the camx crossbow in hand. Kentucky deer hunting crossbow kentucky season opener ebay. A person drawn for an archery or crossbow permit may hunt with a crossbow during the entire archery and crossbow season dates. He was confident in his crossbow to 50 yards, but he wanted a closer shot.
New deer hunting regulations proposed for 2019 season at fish. From bow hunting, crossbow hunting, muzzle load hunts, to turkey hunting, we have all the options. The buck turned for no obvious reason and walked straight toward the scrapes below his stand. Kentucky proposes massive changes to deer hunting seasons. The kentucky crossbow federation is a membershipbased organization dedicated to increasing opportunities for hunting with a crossbow in the commonwealth of kentucky. Some season dates and regulations may vary by zone. Hunters must possess a muzzleloader hunting privilege to legally hunt with a crossbow during any muzzleloader season or during open portions of the early bowhunting seasons. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended local news. New fishing and hunting regulations proposed for 2019 kentucky. The new crossbow season will open the third saturday in september and close the third monday in january. Crossbow hunting regulations by state legal requirements.
A statement from the state fish and wildlife department says the longer season is a way to tap into the popularity of crossbow hunting in recent years. Ap deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. In deerrelated business, the commission recommended changing the crossbow season dates starting with the 20192020 season. 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. Major changes to kentucky crossbow season for 20192020.
Deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect. The extension of the crossbow season is a way to tap into the popularity crossbow hunting has gained in recent years. The department grants exemptions to hunters with certain physical disabilities to hunt with a crossbow during archery only seasons, or to use a stationary vehicle as a hunting platform. Jun 04, 2019 kentuckys crossbow deer season extended kentucky department of fish and wildlife 8008581549 frankfort, ky. Crossbow hunting opportunities continue to expand across the country with new states adding opportunities and expanding seasons. I bought a crossbow 2 yrs ago and have not been able to go during the crossbow season because it is the peak season at my work and is impossible to get off work to go. However, persons with qualifying physical disabilities must first have an exemption form completed and signed by a licensed physician certifying why the. Kentucky crossbow federation president perry mcclure was present, along with other kcf members. October 26 november 1, 2019 anddecember 7 through december, 2019.
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