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Elkhorn Creek Map
Rockcastle River
Rockcastle River Info
Rockcastle River Map
Boater Education
Boater Education Classes
Safe Boating Certification
Replacement Boater Education Cards
Kentucky's Boater Education Law - Requirements for Safe Boater Certification
Bow Hunter Education
Conservation Education
Summer Camps
2011 Summer Camp Dates
Camp Online Application
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Camp Currie
Camp Wallace
Camp Webb
Camp Brochure
Important Camp Information for Parents
Sponsor a Camper
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Frequently Asked Questions
Conservation Camps - They Can Start Careers and Change Lives!
Conservation Education Program in Kentucky Schools
Conservation Education Program Leader District Map
Explore Bowhunting
Fishing in Neighborhoods (FINs)
For Educators and Parents
Teacher's Guides
Big River Ecosystem Teacher's Guide
Stream Ecosystem Teacher's Guide
Wetland Slough Ecosystem Teacher's Guide
Upland Reservoir Ecosystem Teacher's Guide
Small Stream Ecosystem Teacher's Guide
Lesson Plans
Big River Ecosystem: A Question of Networth
Biodiversity - Taking Stock in the Commonwealth
Exotics are Taxing our Environment
Extinction: A Heavy Loss
High Interest in Elk
Kentucky's Unusual Fish
Peepers and Leapers
Peregrines Over Kentucky
The Dollars and Sense of Hunting
Wetlands and Waterfowl
Wildlife-Related Careers
Links to Other Resources
Coal Education
Journey North
Kentucky Association for Environmental Education
Kentucky Environmental Education Council
Monarch Watch
Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding Trails on Wildlife Management Areas
Hunter Education
Basic Hunting Booklet
Hunter Education Exemption Permit
One-Year Hunter Education Requirements Exemption Permit
Reprint Hunter Education Exemption Card
Version 3.0 Hunter Education CD Repair
Hunter Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer Instructor Courses
Hunter Education Instructor Contact Information
Exceptions
Hunter Education Course Schedule
Take the Course via Videotape
Replacement Hunter Education Cards
Reprint Hunter Education Card Online - FREE!
Bow Hunter Education Courses
Form for Alternative Hunter Education Class
Take the Classroom Portion Via the Internet
Kentucky Aquatic Wildcards Game
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Kentucky Network of Outdoor Women (KNOW)
Link to Kentucky Network of Outdoor Women (KNOW)
Project WILD
Salato Wildlife Education Center
Animal Tracks Audio Tour
Welcome
Funding
Volunteer Program
Captive Wildlife
Nature's Interconnectedness
Cold Water Aquarium
Warm Water Aquarium
Record Fish
Black Bear
Bison
Elk
Wildcat
Deer
Backyard Habitat Area
Bald Eagle
Bees
Frogs and Toads
Venomous Snakes
Rattlesnake
Copperhead
Cottonmouth
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Eastern Kentucky Forest
Prairies
Trails
Native Grass
Eastern Deciduous Forest
Urban Forests
Watersheds
Wild Rivers
Living Stream
Dragonfly Marsh
Wet Meadows
Restored Species Sounds
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
What You'll See at Salato
Inside Exhibits
"Get on Board" Fisheries Exhibit
Eastern Forest Diorama
Frogs of Kentucky
Kentuckians Before Boone
Kentucky Record Fish
Living Bee Tree
Restored Species of Kentucky
Venomous Snakes of Kentucky
Warm Water Aquarium
Outside Exhibits
Bald Eagles
Bison
Black Bear
Budding Biologist Corner
Cove Forest
Dragonfly Marsh
Elk
Habitat Exhibits and Gardens
Backyard Habitat Viewing Area
Butterfly Gardens
Dragonfly Marsh
Oak Hickory Forest
Cove Forest
Native Warm Season Grasses
Prairie
Wet Meadow
Xeriscape
Oak Hickory Forest
Prairie
The Living Stream
White Tailed Deer
"Wildcats"
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
Hours, Directions, Parking and More...
Hours of Operation
Salato Center Exhibit Map
Cost
Directions
Parking
Walk on the Wild Side - A Questing Adventure
Fishing Lakes
Picnic Shelters
Rules of Use
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Online
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
For More Information or to Contact Us
Dr. James C. Salato (1917-1990)
Field Trips and Teacher Resources
What are your field trip options?
Walk on the Wild Side - A Questing Adventure
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
Outdoor Classroom
Self-Guided Tours
Interpretive Programs
Scavenger Hunts
Preschool Scavenger Hunt
Elementary School Scavenger Hunt
Middle School Scavenger Hunt
High School Scavenger Hunt
Answer Keys
K-3 Answer Key
4-7 Answer Key
High School Answer Key
Take your group fishing!
Picnic Shelters
Rules of Use
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Online
Visit the Fish Hatchery!
Scheduling Your Field Trip
Schedule Your Field Trip Online
How can you better prepare yourself or your group?
Outdoor Classrooms Brochure
General Information
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Program
How can I participate in Backyard Wildlife?
Teachers - Create an Outdoor Classroom!
Backyard Habitat Workshops
Have your Backyard Habitat or Outdoor Classroom Certified!
In-Service Workshops
See what other programs and events the KDFWR has to offer!
Picnic Shelters
Rules of Use
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Online
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
Calendar of Events
Receive Salato's Calendar of Events by E-Mail
Summer 2011 Calendar of Events
Search for KDFWR programs and events at Salato and around the state
Habitat Education Program
Outdoor Classrooms Brochure
2011 Salato's $10,000 Backyard Makeover
Wildflower of the Year
Habitat Exhibits and Gardens
Backyard Habitat Viewing Area
Butterfly Gardens
Dragonfly Marsh
Oak Hickory Forest
Cove Forest
Native Warm Season Grasses
Prairie
Wet Meadow
Xeriscape
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Program
How can I participate in Backyard Wildlife?
Teachers - Create an Outdoor Classroom!
Backyard Habitat Workshops
Have your Backyard Habitat or Outdoor Classroom Certified!
Volunteer and Internship Opportunities
Volunteer Program
Volunteer Application Form
Internship Opportunities
Internship Application
Salato Center Brochure
Help Support Salato and Wildlife Conservation in Kentucky
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Fall Native Plant Sale
Flyer
Plant List
Weatherby Foundation International's Outdoor Expo Campaign
Wildlife Viewing
Elk Tours
Trails and Wildlife Viewing Sites on WMA's
Link to Trailsrus Wildlife Viewing Site
Licenses, Permits, Seasons and Regs
Lost Your License?
Reprint Your License or Permit
Get a Replacement
Wildlife Permits
Commercial Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator
Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Application
Link to NWCO Regulations
Commercial Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Information
NWCO Annual Activity Reporting Form
Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Test Study Materials
Raptor Propagation and Falconry
Raptor Propagation and Falconry Info
Falconry Permit Application
Facilities/Equipment Inspection Form
Migratory Bird Acquisition and Disposition Form
Links to Falconry Regulations
State Raptor Propagation and Falconry Regulations
Code of Federal Regulations
Non-Residents Transferring or Taking Raptors from Kentucky for Falconry
Non-Residents Transferring or Taking Raptors from Kentucky for Falconry Info
Non-Resident Falconry Transfer Application
Non-Resident Falconry Take Application
Falconry Take Location Report
KDFWR Law Enforcement Officers
Scientific and Educational Collecting
Scientific and Educational Collecting Info
Scientific and Educational Permit Application
Scientific and Educational Collecting Permit Qualifications Form
Link to Scientific and Educational Collecting Regulations
Link to Electronic Data Submission
Affidavit for T&E Species Form
Shooting Preserves and Dog Training Area
Shooting Preserves and Dog Training Area Info
Shooting Preserves Permit Application
Dog Training Area Permit Application
Individual Transportation Permit Paper Application
Annual Transportation Permit Application
Captive Wildlife Permit Application
Links to Shooting Preserves and Dog Training Regulations
Shooting Preserves and Foxhound Training Enclosures
Transportation and Holding of Native Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Exotic Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Exotic Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Exotic Wildlife Info
Transportation Permit Application
Individual Transportation Permit Online Application
Individual Transportation Permit Paper Application
Annual Transportation Permit Application
Link to Exotic Wildlife Regulations
Transportation and Holding of Native Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Native Wildlife Info
Link to KY Wildlife Rehabilitators
Captive Wildlife Permit Application
Transportation Permit Application
Individual Transportation Permit Online Application
Individual Transportation Permit Paper Application
Annual Transportation Permit Application
Link to Native Wildlife Regulations
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Wildlife Rehabilitation Info
Rehabilitator Permit Application
Link to Rehabilitator Regulations
Rehabilitator Annual Report Form
Holding and Transportation of Captive Cervids
Regulations
301 KAR 2:083 Holding and intrastate transportation of captive cervids
302 KAR 20:066 Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance in Captive Cervids
General Information
How to Get a Captive Cervid Permit
Captive Cervid Permit Application
Captive Cervid Permit Transfer Application
Kentucky Department of Agriculture Requirements
Licenses and Permits
Buy licenses and permits online
Available Licenses and Permits
License and Permit Fees
2011-2012 Resident License and Permit Fees
2011-2012 Non-Resident License and Permit Fees
2011-2012 Resident Commerical License Fees
2011-2012 Non-Resident Commercial License Fees
Senior/Disabled License
Reprint Your License
Wildlife Permits
Commercial Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator
Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Application
Link to NWCO Regulations
Commercial Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Information
NWCO Annual Activity Reporting Form
Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Test Study Materials
Raptor Propagation and Falconry
Raptor Propagation and Falconry Info
Falconry Permit Application
Facilities/Equipment Inspection Form
Migratory Bird Acquisition and Disposition Form
Links to Falconry Regulations
State Raptor Propagation and Falconry Regulations
Code of Federal Regulations
Non-Residents Transferring or Taking Raptors from Kentucky for Falconry
Non-Residents Transferring or Taking Raptors from Kentucky for Falconry Info
Non-Resident Falconry Transfer Application
Non-Resident Falconry Take Application
Falconry Take Location Report
KDFWR Law Enforcement Officers
Scientific and Educational Collecting
Scientific and Educational Collecting Info
Scientific and Educational Permit Application
Scientific and Educational Collecting Permit Qualifications Form
Link to Scientific and Educational Collecting Regulations
Link to Electronic Data Submission
Affidavit for T&E Species Form
Shooting Preserves and Dog Training Area
Shooting Preserves and Dog Training Area Info
Shooting Preserves Permit Application
Dog Training Area Permit Application
Individual Transportation Permit Paper Application
Annual Transportation Permit Application
Captive Wildlife Permit Application
Links to Shooting Preserves and Dog Training Regulations
Shooting Preserves and Foxhound Training Enclosures
Transportation and Holding of Native Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Exotic Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Exotic Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Exotic Wildlife Info
Transportation Permit Application
Individual Transportation Permit Online Application
Individual Transportation Permit Paper Application
Annual Transportation Permit Application
Link to Exotic Wildlife Regulations
Transportation and Holding of Native Wildlife
Transportation and Holding of Native Wildlife Info
Link to KY Wildlife Rehabilitators
Captive Wildlife Permit Application
Transportation Permit Application
Individual Transportation Permit Online Application
Individual Transportation Permit Paper Application
Annual Transportation Permit Application
Link to Native Wildlife Regulations
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Wildlife Rehabilitation Info
Rehabilitator Permit Application
Link to Rehabilitator Regulations
Rehabilitator Annual Report Form
Holding and Transportation of Captive Cervids
Regulations
301 KAR 2:083 Holding and intrastate transportation of captive cervids
302 KAR 20:066 Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance in Captive Cervids
General Information
How to Get a Captive Cervid Permit
Captive Cervid Permit Application
Captive Cervid Permit Transfer Application
Kentucky Department of Agriculture Requirements
Snow Goose Conservation Order Permit
Snow Goose Conservation Order Permit
Snow Goose Conservation Order Permit Survey
CITES Tag Request
Disability License Exemption Information
Who Doesn't Need a License?
Lost Your License?
Reprint Your License or Permit
Get a Replacement
License/Permit FAQ
Commercial License Application Form
Commercial Guide License Application
Commercial Guide Application Instructions
Commercial Guide License Application Form
Where Can I Buy My License or Permit?
Local License Agents
On Line
By Phone
Hunting Method Exemptions
Seasons
2007-08 Deer Season Dates, Zones and Bag Limits
Fishing and Boating Guide
2011-12 Fishing and Boating Guide
Introduction
Fishing Regulations
General Information
Trout Waters
Trophy Fish
Boating and Index
Entire 2011-12 Fishing and Boating Guide in PDF Format
Where Can I Buy My License or Permit?
Local License Agents
On Line
By Phone
Commissioner's Office
Mission Statement
Meet the Commissioner
Commissioner's Monthly Newsletter
August 2011 Newsletter
July 2011 Newsletter
June 2011 Newsletter
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Meet the Deputy Commissioners
Benjy T. Kinman
Hank Patton
Meet the Directors
Brian V. Blank, Public Affairs Director
Ron Brooks, Fisheries Director
Keith A. Parker, Director of Engineering
Major Paul Teague, Acting Law Enforcement Director
Tim Slone, Information and Education Director
Darin K. Moore, Administrative Services Director
Dr. Karen Alexy Waldrop, Wildlife Director
Upcoming Commission Meeting Dates
District Commission Members
District Commission Members Contact Information
Terry K. Teitloff - 1st District
Stuart N. Ray - 3rd District
Dr. James R. Angel - 4th District
Dr. James R. Rich, 5th District
Stephen M. Glenn - 6th District
Doug Hensley - 7th District
Norman (Joe) Fryman - 8th District
Taylor Orr - 9th District
Special Commission Permits
2011 Permits Awarded
Proposal Letter
Permit Application
Open Records Request Form
Salato Wildlife Education Center
Animal Tracks Audio Tour
Welcome
Funding
Volunteer Program
Captive Wildlife
Nature's Interconnectedness
Cold Water Aquarium
Warm Water Aquarium
Record Fish
Black Bear
Bison
Elk
Wildcat
Deer
Backyard Habitat Area
Bald Eagle
Bees
Frogs and Toads
Venomous Snakes
Rattlesnake
Copperhead
Cottonmouth
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Eastern Kentucky Forest
Prairies
Trails
Native Grass
Eastern Deciduous Forest
Urban Forests
Watersheds
Wild Rivers
Living Stream
Dragonfly Marsh
Wet Meadows
Restored Species Sounds
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
What You'll See at Salato
Inside Exhibits
"Get on Board" Fisheries Exhibit
Eastern Forest Diorama
Frogs of Kentucky
Kentuckians Before Boone
Kentucky Record Fish
Living Bee Tree
Restored Species of Kentucky
Venomous Snakes of Kentucky
Warm Water Aquarium
Outside Exhibits
Bald Eagles
Bison
Black Bear
Budding Biologist Corner
Cove Forest
Dragonfly Marsh
Elk
Habitat Exhibits and Gardens
Backyard Habitat Viewing Area
Butterfly Gardens
Dragonfly Marsh
Oak Hickory Forest
Cove Forest
Native Warm Season Grasses
Prairie
Wet Meadow
Xeriscape
Oak Hickory Forest
Prairie
The Living Stream
White Tailed Deer
"Wildcats"
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
Hours, Directions, Parking and More...
Hours of Operation
Salato Center Exhibit Map
Cost
Directions
Parking
Walk on the Wild Side - A Questing Adventure
Fishing Lakes
Picnic Shelters
Rules of Use
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Online
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
For More Information or to Contact Us
Dr. James C. Salato (1917-1990)
Field Trips and Teacher Resources
What are your field trip options?
Walk on the Wild Side - A Questing Adventure
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
Outdoor Classroom
Self-Guided Tours
Interpretive Programs
Scavenger Hunts
Preschool Scavenger Hunt
Elementary School Scavenger Hunt
Middle School Scavenger Hunt
High School Scavenger Hunt
Answer Keys
K-3 Answer Key
4-7 Answer Key
High School Answer Key
Take your group fishing!
Picnic Shelters
Rules of Use
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Online
Visit the Fish Hatchery!
Scheduling Your Field Trip
Schedule Your Field Trip Online
How can you better prepare yourself or your group?
Outdoor Classrooms Brochure
General Information
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Program
How can I participate in Backyard Wildlife?
Teachers - Create an Outdoor Classroom!
Backyard Habitat Workshops
Have your Backyard Habitat or Outdoor Classroom Certified!
In-Service Workshops
See what other programs and events the KDFWR has to offer!
Picnic Shelters
Rules of Use
Reserve a Picnic Shelter Online
Hiking Trails
Running Wild 4-Mile Trail Run!
Map of the Course
Habitrek Trail
Habitrek Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Pea Ridge Loop Trail
Pea Ridge Loop Trail Map
Trail Description
Are You the Average Hiker?
Rules of Use for Hiking Trails at the Salato Wildlife Education Center
Trail Closures
Accessibility
Calendar of Events
Receive Salato's Calendar of Events by E-Mail
Summer 2011 Calendar of Events
Search for KDFWR programs and events at Salato and around the state
Habitat Education Program
Outdoor Classrooms Brochure
2011 Salato's $10,000 Backyard Makeover
Wildflower of the Year
Habitat Exhibits and Gardens
Backyard Habitat Viewing Area
Butterfly Gardens
Dragonfly Marsh
Oak Hickory Forest
Cove Forest
Native Warm Season Grasses
Prairie
Wet Meadow
Xeriscape
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Program
How can I participate in Backyard Wildlife?
Teachers - Create an Outdoor Classroom!
Backyard Habitat Workshops
Have your Backyard Habitat or Outdoor Classroom Certified!
Volunteer and Internship Opportunities
Volunteer Program
Volunteer Application Form
Internship Opportunities
Internship Application
Salato Center Brochure
Help Support Salato and Wildlife Conservation in Kentucky
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Fall Native Plant Sale
Flyer
Plant List
KFWIS-GIS
Hunting/Trapping
Proposed Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Seasons for 2011-2012
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Game Animals
Bear
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Bear Harvest Results
Kentucky Bear Hunting: Frequently Asked Questions
2010 Black Bear Hunting Zone
Check Station Map - Google Interactive 2009 Black Bear Hunting Zone (click here for driving directions to check stations)
Deer
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Deer Harvest Results
Telecheck Review
Total Deer Harvest Results
Deer Harvest Results by Region
Deer Harvest Results by Weapon
Deer Harvest Comparison
Deer Harvest Comparison By Month
Deer Public Land Results
Trophy Deer for 2009
Deer Management Program
Do's and Don'ts During Deer Season
Manage Your Property for Deer
Recording and Tagging Requirements for Big Game
Telecheck County Codes
Tips for a Safe Modern Gun Deer Season
Buy Your Licenses and Permits On-Line
Elk
2011 Elk Lottery Results
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
2011 Elk Hunting Area Maps
2011-2012 Elk Hunting Units Maps
2011-12 Public Hunting Areas and Elk Hunting Units (EHU’s)
Game Maps
Wildlife Management Areas/Public Hunting Areas
Elk Season Dates
Frequently Asked Questions about Elk Hunting
Kentucky Afield TV Segments on Elk Hunting
Elk Hunting 101
Kentucky Bull Elk Hunt
2007 Kentucky Elk Hunt
2009 Kentucky Elk Hunt
Essentials of How to Hunt Elk in Kentucky - Kentucky Afield Magazine Article
How to Quarter an Elk - Kentucky Afield Magazine Article
Elk Management Unit's (EMU's)
Knott County EMU
Stoney Fork EMU
Elk Harvest Results
Telecheck Review
Elk Harvest Results
Elk Public Land Results
Buy Your Licenses and Permits On-Line
Turkey
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide - Full Version
Introduction
General Information and Telecheck
Turkey Hunting
Squirrel Hunting
Other Species
Public Land Hunting
Manage Your Property for Turkey
Recording and Tagging Requirements for Big Game
Turkey Harvest Results
Telecheck Review
Turkey Harvest Results
Turkey Harvest Results by Region
Turkey Public Land Results
Telecheck County Codes
Buy Your Licenses and Permits On-Line
Small Game
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide - Full Version
Introduction
General Information and Telecheck
Turkey Hunting
Squirrel Hunting
Other Species
Public Land Hunting
Squirrel
Squirrel Hunter Cooperator Survey
Squirrel Hunting Survey Reports
2007-08 Squirrel Hunting Survey Report
2006-07 Squirrel Hunting Survey Report
2003-04 Squirrel Hunting Survey Report
2004-05 Squirrel Hunting Survey Report
2005-06 Squirrel Hunting Survey Report
Rabbit
Rabbit Hunter Cooperator Survey
Rabbit Hunting Survey Reports
2007-08 Rabbit Hunting Report
2006-07 Rabbit Hunting Report
2003-04 Rabbit Hunting Survey Report
2004-05 Rabbit Hunting Survey Report
2005-06 Rabbit Hunting Survey Report
Quail
National Bobwhite Conservation Initiative (NBCI)
The National Bobwhite Technical Committee (NBTC)
Quail Restoration Plan
Quail Hunter Cooperator Survey
Quail Hunting Survey Reports
2007-08 Quail Hunting Report
2006-07 Quail Hunting Report
2003-04 Quail Hunting Survey Report
2004-05 Quail Hunting Survey Report
2005-06 Quail Hunting Survey Report
Northern Bobwhite Quail Initiative to Improve Quail Populations
Grouse
Grouse Hunter Cooperator Survey
Grouse Hunting Survey Reports
2007-08 Grouse Hunting Report
2006-07 Grouse Hunting Report
2003-04 Grouse Hunting Survey Report
2004-05 Grouse Hunting Survey Report
2005-06 Grouse Hunting Survey Report
Hunting Survey Reports
2009-10 Hunting Survey Reports
Grouse
Squirrel
Rabbit
Quail
2008-09 Hunting Survey Reports
Rabbit
Squirrel
Grouse
2006-07 Hunting Survey Reports
Grouse
Quail
Rabbit
Squirrel
2007-08 Hunting Survey Reports
Grouse
Quail
Rabbit
Squirrel
Small Game Survey Results
Manage Your Property for Small Game
Hunters: We Need Your Help!
Buy Your Licenses and Permits On-Line
Waterfowl & Other Migratory Birds
2010-11 Periodic Waterfowl Surveys
February 14, 2011
February 3, 2011
January 18, 2011
January 4, 2011
December 14-15, 2010
November 29-30, 2010
2010-11 Waterfowl Season Dates
2010-11 Waterfowl Guide
2011-12 Hunting Guide for Dove, Wood Duck, Teal, Woodcock, Snipe, and Crow
2010-11 Waterfowl Quota Hunt Dates
Snow Goose Conservation Order Permit
Snow Goose Conservation Order Permit
Snow Goose Conservation Order Permit Survey
2009-10 Periodic Waterfowl Surveys
February 22, 2010
February 8, 2010
January 25, 2010
January 4, 2010
December 21
November 30
November 24 (partial)
Eastern Kentucky Waterfowl Survey Route
Central Kentucky Waterfowl Survey Route
Manage Your Property for Waterfowl
Avian Influenza Information
Migratory Game Bird Permit
Waterfowl Hunting Activity for Ballard and Boatwright Wildlife Management Areas
January 26-30, 2011
January 19-23, 2011
January 12-16, 2011
January 5-9, 2011
December 29, 2010 - January 2, 2011
December 22-26, 2010
December 15-19, 2010
December 8-12, 2010
Buy Your Licenses and Permits On-Line
Furbearers and Trapping
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Trap Tag Identification Number Application
We Need Your Help - Bobcat Carcasses Needed!
Bobcat
Fur Buyers
Fur Trapper Lookup
Trapping Supply Sources
Kentucky Trapping Organizations
Fur Takers of Kentucky
United Trappers of Kentucky
CITES Tag Request
Upcoming Events
Publications and DVDs
Magazine Articles
What Happened to My Cat?
DVDs
UTK Trapping Brochure
Trapping in the Commissioner's Newsletter
Telecheck Results for Bobcat and River Otter
Trapping Regulations
Trapping License Sales History
Beginner Trapper Workshops
Comments or Suggestions?
Seasons and Bag Limits
Deer
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Turkey
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide - Full Version
Introduction
General Information and Telecheck
Turkey Hunting
Squirrel Hunting
Other Species
Public Land Hunting
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Furbearers and Trapping
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Small Game
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide
2011 Spring Turkey and Squirrel Guide - Full Version
Introduction
General Information and Telecheck
Turkey Hunting
Squirrel Hunting
Other Species
Public Land Hunting
2011-12 Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide
Waterfowl and Other Migratory Birds
2010-11 Waterfowl Season Dates
2010-11 Waterfowl Guide
2011-12 Hunting Guide for Dove, Wood Duck, Teal, Woodcock, Snipe, and Crow
Licenses and Permits
Buy licenses and permits online
Available Licenses and Permits
License and Permit Fees
2011-2012 Resident License and Permit Fees
2011-2012 Non-Resident License and Permit Fees
2011-2012 Resident Commerical License Fees
2011-2012 Non-Resident Commercial License Fees
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301 KAR 2:083 Holding and intrastate transportation of captive cervids
302 KAR 20:066 Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance in Captive Cervids
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