The kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources has extended the whitetail deer season for crossbow hunters beginning in the 20192020 season. Be sure to visit the kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources website for more information. Crossbow hunting is lawful for all hunters and is designated within certain weeks, specifically known as crossbow season, in. Kentuckys crossbow season is extended this year to run sep 21 2019 jan 20 2020. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended changes take effect with the 201920 season. Kentucky is one of the latest to increase opportunities with a recent move to expand the deer hunting season for crossbow hunters this fall. Kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources, season dates.
Hunters shall abide by the equipment restrictions in place for each season. Crossbow hunting regulations in kentucky best crossbow source. Major changes to kentucky crossbow season for 20192020. Kentucky crossbow hunters will have a longer season to hunt deer this year, the states wildlife resources department says. Bryan zabitski, an ardent supporter of crossbow hunting, had this to say about the decision. Day 1 or 7 day hunting license or annual hunting license if taken by gun or. At that meeting, they approved the following for the 20192020 hunting season. Kentucky crossbow federation president perry mcclure was present, along with other kcf members.
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. A statement from the state fish and wildlife department. 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. Crossbow hunting is permitted in kentucky usually around 3 weeks per year. The crossbow season will begin on the 3 rd saturday of september and run continuously until the 3 rd monday in january. It is lawful for hunters to use crossbows during firearms season. This grassroots organization made up of crossbow hunters has made history in just one short year. Crossbow deer season expansions enacted for 20192020. Crossbow season for deer hunting in kentucky is expanding. Kentucky proposes massive changes to deer hunting seasons. The first split of kentucky s crossbow deer season opened saturday and runs through oct. Crossbow hunting opportunities continue to expand across the country with new states adding opportunities and expanding seasons.
Do you ky guys think it should open later or at the same time. Crossbow deer season extended in kentucky kentucky news. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended local news. Bow hunts have a lower success rate than crossbow hunting both because of the speed and no drawback requirement, but also the accuracy. Kentucky announces new crossbow dates kentucky outdoors. Frankfort kentucky deer hunters will have a longer period in the field with their crossbows. Deer hunting regulations kentucky department of fish. Ap deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. The kentucky crossbow federation is a membershipbased organization dedicated to increasing opportunities for hunting with a crossbow in the commonwealth of kentucky. 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. Muzzleloaders, archery and crossbow equipment may be used during this season.
Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky this year deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect may 31. Firearm means a breech or muzzleloading rifle, shotgun or handgun. Ap deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into. Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky outdoornews. A hunter may take no more than one 1 antlerless deer with a firearm. 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. Ap deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect. The 201920 season will open the 3rd saturday in september and run until the 3rd 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. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended thelevisalazer. To all of our crossbow hunters here in ky, our extended 2019 crossbow deer season was a success. Kentucky deer hunting crossbow kentucky season opener ebay. Crossbow season expansion approved by legislative subcommittee. 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.
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. Let me add, im shooting a crossbow because of eyesight and shoulder issues. 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. Deer hunters in kentucky are getting a longer crossbow season, after a proposal to expand the season went into effect. The new crossbow season will open the third saturday in september and close the third. 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. In deerrelated business, the commission recommended changing the crossbow season dates starting with the 20192020 season. 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. This year that timeframe begins september 21, 2019, and continues through january 20, 2020. Kentucky extends crossbow deer hunting season wlky. Kentuckys crossbow deer season extended changes take effect with the 201920 season frankfort, ky.
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 fish and wildlife confirms 2018 deer season. Archery season closes the same day but opens on the first saturday in september. 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.
Last year we saw new regulations that allowed hunters to take more does and now we have an extension of crossbow seasons. Archery deer season would open the first saturday in september and close. We are open to anyone who uses or supports the use of the crossbow during the kentucky deer hunting season. Prior to committee action, the kentucky fish and wildlife commission approved the regulation twice. I live in tennessee but have hunted in ky for the past 5 seasons. Season dates kdfwr kentucky department of fish and. Broadheads must be at least 78 of an inch wide with blades extended. 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 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. Kentucky hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. Some season dates and regulations may vary by zone. Kentucky extends crossbow deer hunting season wlky louisville. The kentucky fish and wildlife commission announced tuesday that crossbow deer hunting season will be extended this year. The extension of the crossbow season is a way to tap into the popularity crossbow hunting has gained in recent years.
Congratulations to the kentucky crossbow federation on the successful approval of crossbow use expansion for archery deer season in the state of kentucky. You can read the full summary at the kentucky crossbow federation website. The first split of kentuckys crossbow deer season opened saturday and runs through oct. Season dates kdfwr kentucky department of fish and wildlife. Crossbow hunting is lawful for all hunters and is designated within certain weeks, specifically known as crossbow season, in the state of kentucky. 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. Crossbow regulations in kentucky mechanical broadheads are legal in kentucky. All four 4 deer may be taken with archery or crossbow equipment.
This comes after a legislative hearing that took place yesterday. By john culclasure, central appalachian states manager. The new crossbow season will open the third saturday in september and close the third monday in january. The congressional sportsmens foundation supported the regulation change and submitted a letter in. Crossbow season for deer extended in kentucky this year. Crossbow season would open the third saturday in september and close on the martin luther king, jr. Crossbow hunting in illinois is very popular, but kentucky crossbow hunting videos are the best.
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