| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Coyote | General · Year-round (no closed season) | Jul 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027 |
| Squirrel | General · Split Season | Aug 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 |
| Crow | General · Split Season | Sep 1, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 |
| Mourning dove | General · Segment 1 | Sep 1, 2026 – Oct 26, 2026 |
| Wild turkey | General · Fall Archery | Sep 5, 2026 – Jan 18, 2027 |
| Deer | Archery · Archery | Sep 5, 2026 – Jan 18, 2027 |
| Snipe | General · Split Season | Sep 16, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 |
Data verified 1 month ago against official Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources sources.
| Species | Draw | Apply by |
|---|---|---|
| Elk | Elk Hunt Drawing | Apr 30, 2027 |
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