Season timing and weather conditions before opening day made us think we should have a good season, said kyle sams, acting deer and elk program coordinator for the kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources. Last seasons deer harvest in kentucky was the second highest on record. A record 106,797 deer were taken over kentuckys 16day modern gun season that concluded nov. Deer taken during controlled hunts or during the holiday antlerless deer gun season do not count toward the combined season limit. During modern gun deer season, hunters may hunt with modern guns, including air guns of. Wdrb kentucky hunters killed a record amount of deer during the 2019 gun season. Portions open during the archery crossbow quota elk hunts only to persons who possess the appropriate elk hunting permit.
In a state with such a rich spectrum of ecosystems like kentucky, managing invasive species can prove a struggle. Season timing and weather conditions before openin. There will be 3 or 4 autofeeders throwing out corn day and night to make your ky deer hunt more successful. November 14, 2015 november 29, 2015 either sex muzzleloaders can be used. This season should be a good time to get an antlerless deer, sams said.
Kentucky hunters kill record amount of deer in 2019 modern. Nov 07, 2015 2015 deer season where to hunt in kentucky. Dec 27, 2019 kentucky deer hunters harvested a record 107,039 deer during the 16day modern gun season that. Arkansas hunting seasons, 20192020 hunting season hq. Last year, kentucky hunters harvested 106,804 deer during the modern gun season, which was a record until this season. These dates are based on the current administrative rules as of november 17, 2000 and are subject to change. Dec 22, 2019 during a countys modern gun deer season, firearms, muzzleloading firearms, archery and crossbow equipment may be operated as long as they meet requirements set for them for deer hunting. Most counties also offer unlimited doe harvest a reflection of how well a countys herd is doing. The modern kentucky rifle, illustrated instructions, for gun. Kentucky brings in record harvest for modern gun deer season. Expanded opportunities lead to new harvest record for. Check the kentucky hunting and trapping guide or go to. Record harvest number for modern gun deer season local news. All of these parts can now be purchased, but the price of this book will quickly be saved by gunmakers who follow these instructions.
New harvest record set for modern gun deer season wmky. Coyotes may be hunted after daylight hours using lights or nightvision equipment from feb. Deer hunting regulations kentucky department of fish. Jan 12, 2015 known far and wide as the hemppromoting, progun, biggrinning, marijuanaloving lawyer who ran unsuccessfully for governor five times gatewood was a perennial character in kentucky politics who refused to be boxed into party lines. Hunters may use any caliber center fire rifle or center fire handgun, and shotguns up to and including 10gauge used with slug ammunition.
Theres a new fervor around everything that could possibly be crafted with hemp from. Deer zones have changed for eight counties for the upcoming. Opening day, modern gun season in kentucky the firearms. During a countys modern gun deer season, firearms, muzzleloading firearms, archery and crossbow equipment may be operated as long as they meet requirements set for them for deer hunting. In zone 1 and 2 counties kentucky s modern gun whitetail season is nov.
Hunters responded by checking 41,796 deer the first weekend of modern gun season and 102,848 for the modern gun season overall. Frankfort, ky modern gun deer hunting season ended sunday in kentucky, and the state announced friday that hunters set a new modern gun season deer harvest record. Last season modern gun season for deer was lengthened in the zone 3 and zone 4 counties. The bluegrass region is where hunters will find the most generally liberal gunhunting season. The deer harvest is strong heading into the final weekend of modern gun season, the highlight of kentuckys 201920 hunting season for whitetailed deer. Kentucky deer hunters harvested a record 107,039 deer during the 16day modern gun season that. We anticipated an increase in harvest for the season due to several changes in deer regulations implemented earlier this year, said gabe jenkins, deer and elk program coordinator for the kentucky. On deck for deer hunters in kentucky remain the modern gun nov.
Be sure to visit the kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources website for more information. Kentuckys present elk herd is a freeranging, wild herd established. Kentucky deer hunting outfitters, ky trophy whitetail. Its an ancient buck that left the property after the 2015 season and returned last year. Kentuckys modern gun deer season is designed to coincide with the peak of fall breeding, known as the rut.
Deer kentucky department of fish and wildlife resources. This was in part because modern gun season for deer was lengthened. Rain showers early will evolve into a more steady rain overnight. Antlerless deer cannot be harvested during the modern gun season nov. Kentucky s spotty 2019 crop of mast, primarily tree nuts favored by deer such as beechnuts and acorns, may help hunters by keeping deer on the move for food during modern gun season. Any deer, regardless of sex, with at least three inches of antler length above the natural hairline on either. Expanded opportunities lead to new harvest record for modern.
The kentucky department of fish and wildlife announced that hunters harvested 107,039 deer. Kentucky deer hunters harvested a record 107,039 deer during the 16day modern gun season that concluded nov. The last three days of the december muzzleloader season is important for zone 4 counties because that is the only time they have to harvest an antlerless deer with a gun. It was the first year ever that all 120 kentucky counties had a 16day modern gun season. Deer zones have changed for eight counties for the upcoming season. John gets his best buck ever on opening day of the 2015 kentucky deer gun season.
The bluegrass region is where hunters will find the most generally liberal gun hunting season. Selected hunters are required to attend a hunter orientation course. Dates for deer season, dove hunting information and more. The current record is 155,730 deer taken by hunters in the 20152016 season. The author shows his work, and scratch builds almost every piece. If there is not much hunting pressure in your area, i might stick with the open trails a bit longer. Both figures were the second highest on record behind the 201516. Both figures were the second highest on record behind the 2015 16. Alfalfa, clover, brassicas, rape, oats, cereal rye, austrian peas, etc. Deer hunters, check the updated version of the kentucky hunting. Nonnative animals thrive in an environment not designed with the proper checks and balances in place, and expend valuable resources that native species of flora and fauna depend upon heavily for population survival and stability. A total of 106,797 deer were harvested during 2018 gun season in kentucky. Kentucky deer season opens saturday the courierjournal.
Jan 29, 2020 this years modern gun season was the second time that all 120 kentucky counties were open for 16 days. May 25, 2015 in a state with such a rich spectrum of ecosystems like kentucky, managing invasive species can prove a struggle. Kentucky deer hunters set record during modern gun season. The modern kentucky rifle, illustrated instructions, for gun builders, by r. Hunters set harvest record for modern gun deer season in. The sole target buck on the south farm where i tagged big 8 in 2018 was splinter. Buy, sell, and trade new and used guns for free in kentucky. Record harvest number for modern gun deer season local. Alligator hunting is only permitted by drawn hunting permit. A record 106797 deer were taken over kentuckys 16day modern gun season that concluded nov.
The season opens statewide on the second saturday in november and a countys zone assignment dictates when it closes. A large number of counties open to a 16day modern gun season, for either sex of deer the entire time. The following dates are the projected indiana firearms deer seasons through 2019. Kentucky deer hunters log big season sports herald. Hunters have a possible encounter early in the morning on. Hunters brought in 107,039 deer during the 16day modern gun season, the department of fish. This 62 page booklet was one of the first on building the longrifle. Some season dates and regulations may vary by zone. Record harvest for modern gun deer season in kentucky. The department said that the online telecheck results for modern gun harvest each year are different because they also include deer taken during the youth season. When does the modern gun deer season start and end in my county.
Kentucky deer hunters had a record harvest during this years modern gun season. Nov 16, 2015 john gets his best buck ever on opening day of the 2015 kentucky deer gun season. An 8 pointer taken on the second weekend of 2015 kentucky modern gun season. It was opening day of modern gun deer season in logan county kentucky, nov. The man who brought hemp to kentucky modern farmer. The last three days of the december muzzleloader season is important for zone 4 counties because that is the. Season dates kdfwr kentucky department of fish and. This years modern gun season was the second time that all 120 kentucky counties were open for 16 days. Northeastern ky, 45 miles east of cincinnati, 45 miles north of lexington and 22 miles south of. Experience the souths premiere destination for whitetail outfitting.
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