Outdoors

August 18, 2026

Local Headlines

[ August 18, 2026 ] Third Arrest made in Pulaski County homicide Investigation Local News
[ August 18, 2026 ] What A Measles Outbreak in Western KY means for us in the Lake Cumberland Area Local News
[ August 18, 2026 ] Successful Back to School Bash Held on Monday Evening Local News
[ August 18, 2026 ] Replace smoke alarms when they are 10 years old Local News
[ August 18, 2026 ] Sheriff’s Office Weekly Arrest and Activity Log Local News

Application Deadline Approaching for Dove Quota Hunts

August 18, 2026 Kisha Jones

Here is your friendly reminder that Kentucky Fish and Wildlife will host four dove quota hunts and four traditional mentor/youth quota hunts, happening in early September, and the application period for those hunts ends this […]

Fall Hunting and Trapping Guide Are Out

August 14, 2026 Kisha Jones

Ladies and gentlemen, the time has come! The 2026-2027 Fall Hunting and Trapping Guide is here! However you plan to get outdoors this season, whether it’s chasing white-tailed deer, trying for a fall gobbler, or […]

Fall Dove Quota Hunt Applications is Open

August 12, 2026 Kisha Jones

The application period for the fall dove quota hunts is open! Kentucky Fish and Wildlife will host four dove quota hunts and four traditional mentor/youth quota hunts, happening in early September. All applications are due […]

Hunting Season Dates

August 11, 2026 Eric Criswell

Happyhunting!

Kentucky forestry crews continue to assist with Washington state wildfire

August 10, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Crews from the Kentucky Division of Forestry is beginning its second week assisting Washington crews with wildfire suppression. PREVIOUS: Kentucky crews assist with Washington state wildfire Several portions continue to burn, but the […]

Allergy symptoms flaring up in Central Kentucky as back-to-school season begins

August 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Residents stepping outside in Central Kentucky may notice their allergy symptoms worsening as the end of summer approaches. High humidity and a late pollen bloom are being cited as contributing factors. Allergies occur […]

It’s Official: Apply Now for the 2027 Kentucky Elk Hunt

August 5, 2026 Kisha Jones

It’s hard to believe it’s already here, but the 2027 Elk Hunt application period is officially open! There are 500 permits available through the drawing for the 2027 season: 140 bull firearms, 164 cow firearms, […]

Spring Turkey Season Trespassing Case in Adair County Leads to Multiple Charges

August 4, 2026 Kisha Jones

During spring turkey season, Lt. Bryan Dolen followed up on a trespassing complaint in Adair County. It was reported that a suspect had trespassed and harvested a turkey illegally. Following a thorough investigation, Lt. Dolen […]

Get Registered for the upcoming Range Day

July 30, 2026 Kisha Jones

Gordon Runyon Jr and Jason Bertram will be hosting a range day for the Hunter Safety Card at the Wayne County Sportsman Club on August 15 th from 10:00 am til 12:00 noon. There will […]

Prepare for the field with Kentucky’s “Hunter Education Day”

July 27, 2026 Kisha Jones

To help prepare new hunters for a safe and successful experience in the field this fall, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is hosting a special statewide “Hunter Education Day” on the first […]

Black Bear Sightings are on Increase

July 23, 2026 Eric Criswell

Sightings of young black bears increase with summer roaming Kentucky Fish and Wildlife shares practical information to help understand and live safely with bears. — Sightings of black bears have recently been occurring in neighborhoods, […]

Have you encountered any wild turkeys this month?

July 22, 2026 Kisha Jones

Have you encountered any wild turkeys this month? (Particularly hens with and without young turkey poults) If so, make sure you fill out our 2026 Summer Turkey Brood Survey! Your observations help our team track […]