“KY Deer & Elk” app now available

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 06, 2025) — The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, in collaboration with the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation, has launched the “KY Deer & Elk” app, a new mobile tool designed for the state’s deer and elk hunters. The app provides real-time hunting tools, planning support and essential field information to enhance hunting experiences both in the field and during preparation at home.​​

Key Features Include:

• Offline maps with public land boundaries
  Interactive maps provide access to detailed public land property lines even when cell service is unavailable, allowing confident navigation in remote areas.

• County-based hunt planning tools
  Users can build and save custom hunt plans tailored to specific counties, streamlining preparation and strategy.

• Find what you need
  The app consolidates information on local, verified services - including Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing sites, processors, taxidermists and more - eliminating the need to consult multiple sources.

• License and telecheck access
  Hunting licenses and telecheck information are easily accessible within the app, reducing administrative hassle while in the field.

Information about the free app is available on the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife website (fw.ky.gov) on the KY Deer & Elk app webpage. The app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play​ store.