4H Archery and Trap practice

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Kids Events

Come shoot 25 3D archery in a woodland course in Jones-Keeney WMA. Cost for 18 and older $20.00 9-17 $15.00 8 and under Free

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Let’s learn about reptiles! Reptiles include snakes, lizards, and turtles. They all have common characteristics known as adaptations. These features help reptiles to survive. This program may use live animals as well as shells, skins, and other props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Kentucky is home to many different habitats with a variety of wildlife and plants. Join one of our conservation educators and learn about some of the different animals that live in each. This program may feature live animals and include props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Kentucky is home to many different habitats with a variety of wildlife and plants. Join one of our conservation educators and learn about some of the different animals that live in each. This program may feature live animals and include props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Observe an animal enrichment, designed by our animal care team to support mental and physical health. They keep our bobcats’ day interesting and are just as essential as nutrition and veterinary care. Enrichments come in all shapes and sizes and change regularly. This enrichment will have a Derby theme.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center

Enjoy a closer look at our elk herd as they enjoy their lunch. Curious about what elk eat? Join us to find out!

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Have you ever wondered which animal is the fastest in Kentucky? You may be surprised to find out! Join us for a special Derby themed program where we will explore which KY native species might win a race against a KY Derby thoroughbred.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Did you know KY is home to the fastest animal in the world? Visit to learn about our native falcon species as they enjoy a May 4th themed enrichment!

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

What’s better than spending time on the water with Mom? Join us to learn where to fish and how to fish legally to celebrate Mother’s Day by fishing as a family!

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Observe a bear enrichment, designed by our animal care team to support mental and physical health. They keep our bear’s day interesting and are just as essential as nutrition and veterinary care. Enrichments come in all shapes and sizes and change regularly. This enrichment is themed for Cinco de Mayo.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Meet one of our resident raptors and see them fly in this informational talk.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Kentucky is home to many different habitats with a variety of wildlife and plants. Join one of our conservation educators and learn about some of the different animals that live in each. This program may feature live animals and include props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Welcome to our beginner kayak fishing course! This course will teach you how to safely and effectively fish from a kayak. This course is designed for kayakers or anglers wanting to combine the two skills or someone new to both.

Day 1 (May 9th, 5:30pm- 8:30pm, KDFWR classroom)

This portion covers basic concepts including, but not limited to: fish identification, fish habitat, equipment,casting techniques, knot tying, both artificial and live bait selection, how to bait a hook, hook removal, safety, and when to fish (time of day/time of year), licensing and regulations. 

Day 2 (May 16th, 6:00pm- 830pm, KDFWR classroom)

The practical portion includes: loading and unloading a kayak, propelling and steering a kayak, weight distribution, how to secure gear, boat positioning for fishing and navigation of flowing water systems, access points, location selection and types of boats. 

Day 3 (May 18th 9:00am-1:00 pm, Canoe Ky shop)

This portion of the class is optional. It will be a float fishing trip guided by Canoe Kentucky pro staffers on Elkhorn Creek. Participants will be in their own boats with plenty of opportunities to practice the skills learned in the two previous portions of Kayak Fishing 101. Pro staffers will assist and offer tips and guidance. There is a fee associated with this portion of the class for kayak rental, shuttle and guides.

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Educational / Workshops / Seminars , Fishing Events (Non-boating), Featured KDFWR Events, Kayak Fishing

Let’s learn about owls and what makes them special! Kentucky has four species of owls that live here year-round. Discover the adaptations that make these creatures impressive nocturnal predators. This program may use live animals as well as skulls and other props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Join one of our Conservation Educators for a short interpretive talk about the largest salamander in North America. Learn the different ways you can help Kentucky’s hellbender populations.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Meet one of our resident raptors and see them fly in this informational talk.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Animal moms should be celebrated too! Join us for a special Mother’s Day themed program. We will compare how Kentucky native species navigate motherhood in the wild.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Join one of our educators to learn more about pollinators like bees and butterfly and what you can do to help them!

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Join one of our educators for a short interpretive talk and watch our bison herd enjoy a tasty snack provided by our animal care staff.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Let’s learn about reptiles! Reptiles include snakes, lizards, and turtles. They all have common characteristics known as adaptations. These features help reptiles to survive. This program may use live animals as well as shells, skins, and other props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Let’s learn about bears! Join one of our educators for a short interpretive talk. We will discuss physical and behavioral adaptations, habitat, and hunting seasons. This program may include replicas, furs, and skulls. You are welcome to ask questions.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Kentucky is home to many different habitats with a variety of wildlife and plants. Join one of our conservation educators and learn about some of the different animals that live in each. This program may feature live animals and include props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Join one of our educators for a short interpretive talk and watch our deer herd enjoy a tasty snack provided by our animal care staff.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Watch as some of our aquatic turtles enjoy a swim session, and learn more about these scaly critters.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Observe a bear enrichment, designed by our animal care team to support mental and physical health. They keep our bear’s day interesting and are just as essential as nutrition and veterinary care. Enrichments come in all shapes and sizes and change regularly.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Meet one of our resident raptors and see them fly in this informational talk.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Join one of our Conservation Educators for a short interpretive talk about the largest salamander in North America. Learn the different ways you can help Kentucky’s hellbender populations.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Let’s learn about birds of prey! All birds have common characteristics known as adaptations that help them to survive. You will learn about these adaptations in this informative talk. This program may include replicas and skulls and feature live animals. Seats may be limited.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Kentucky is home to many different habitats with a variety of wildlife and plants. Join one of our conservation educators and learn about some of the different animals that live in each. This program may feature live animals and include props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Let’s learn about quail! Join us at the Bluegrass Prairie exhibit to see our covey of quail and learn about the steps the KY Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources has taken to conserve bobwhite populations.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Let’s learn about reptiles! Reptiles include snakes, lizards, and turtles. They all have common characteristics known as adaptations. These features help reptiles to survive. This program may use live animals as well as shells, skins, and other props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Kentucky is home to many different habitats with a variety of wildlife and plants. Join one of our conservation educators and learn about some of the different animals that live in each. This program may feature live animals and include props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

This is the first class in our week of programs to get prepared for free fishing weekend on June 1st and 2nd! Today’s class is all about learning how to fish!

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

This is the second class in our week of programs to get prepared for free fishing weekend on June 1st and 2nd! Today’s class is all about Fish Species Identification.

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Our bobcats are constantly learning, thanks to our animal care team. Through positive reinforcement our bobcats learn a variety of techniques from body presentations to medical behaviors. Training reduces stress and increases mental stimulation. You are welcome to participate by observing and asking questions.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

This is the third class in our week of programs to get prepared for free fishing weekend on June 1st and 2nd! Today’s class is all about how to make sure you’re fishing legally. This class will take 1 hr.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

This is the fourth class in our week of programs to get prepared for free fishing weekend on June 1st and 2nd! Today’s class is all about how to process and filet a fish. This program is expected to be 1 hr. in duration.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Let’s learn about turtles! Did you know that Kentucky has 14 species of turtles? Join one of our educators for a short talk and learn more. This program may use live animals as well as shells and other props.

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Salato Wildlife Education Center, Featured KDFWR Events

Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Five Stand shotgun sport shooting event held weather permitting, over 45 degrees and not raining. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Trap range open, using ATA approved traphouses, weather permitting--over 32 degrees and not raining. Sponsored by Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Precision rifle shooting competition with .22 rifles sponsored by the Northern KY Straight Shooters Association. Weather permitting, over 32 degrees and not raining.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Steel Challenge Shooting Association Style matches sponsored by the Northern KY Straight Shooters Association

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

This event is open to club members, ages 9 to 18, that have passed necessary safety training. Archery of all types held from 6 PM to 8 PM on the second and fourth MONDAY of each month. .22 Riflery/Trap held from 6 PM to 8 PM on the second and fourth FRIDAY of each month. Meetings runs from March until November. To sign up to participate this is club, please call the Grant County Extension Office at (859) 824-3355 or visit them at 1212 N. Main St. Ste F Williamstown, KY 41097. A club enrollment form must be filled out for each participating youth. All youth enrolled must complete 6 hours of safety training classes providing by Grant County 4-H before participating in club.

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Trap range open, using ATA approved traphouses, weather permitting--over 32 degrees and not raining. Sponsored by Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Rifle/Pistol Range open for target shooting. Bring your own targets and stands. Weather permitting--over 45 degrees and not raining or snow on the ground. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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For private club members only, not open to the general public.

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Kids Events

Steel Challenge Shooting Association style matches sponsored by the Northern KY Straight Shooters Association. Registration required. September 21 match time will be 2-6 pm

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Practice days for those competing in the International Handgun Metallic Silhouette Association matches sponsored by the Northern KY Straight Shooters Association.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

International Handgun Metallic Silhouette Association sanctioned matches sponsored by the Northern KY Straight Shooters Association. Visit www.IHMSA.org for information and rules.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Skeet is best shot with an open choke - Improved Cylinder or Skeet - and #9 or #8 shot. The Club is following all instructions from the State of Kentucky regarding the COVID 19 pandemic. If you are feeling sick, stay at home or see your medical professional. Please do not come to the Club. The Club is sometimes open on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday for a few hours between 12 Noon and 8:00pm, for Kentucky Skeet Shooting Association (KSSA) practice sessions and alternate bad weather days. During these days, the Club is always Open to the Public. Specific times and dates for these events will be posted to the KDFWR calendar.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Skeet is best shot with an open choke - Improved Cylinder or Skeet - and #9 or #8 shot. The Club is following all instructions from the State of Kentucky regarding the COVID 19 pandemic. If you are feeling sick, stay at home or see your medical professional. Please do not come to the Club. The Club is sometimes open on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday for a few hours between 12 Noon and 8:00pm, for Kentucky Skeet Shooting Association (KSSA) practice sessions and alternate bad weather days. During these days, the Club is always Open to the Public. Specific times and dates for these events will be posted to the KDFWR calendar.

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On Saturday, May 11th, the Lloyd Area Skeet Club will host a tournament for the Scholastic Clay Target Program or SCTP. The Scholastic Clay Target Program provides student athletes aged elementary through college with a supportive environment where shooting sports serve as catalysts for teaching life lessons and skills that emphasize positive character traits and citizenship values.

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Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

Hunter Education range days to satisfy requirements for online courses(May & June) and Hunter Education instructor led classes (July & August) sponsored by the Northern KY Straight Shooters Association. See "Hunter Education" section for more details or to register.

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Educational / Workshops / Seminars , Conservation Organizations / Sportsman Clubs

NRA Shotgun Course designed for beginning shooters or those who would like to know more about how their shotgun works. Preregistration is required. Sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Straight Shooters Association.

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Hook and Cook

This course will teach you the basics of catching and cleaning fish. Whether you are an experienced or a first-time angler, this course will teach you the skills and knowledge you need to get started in fishing. This event is primarily for women 16 years of age and older.

5/18/24 9:00AM

The classroom portion covers basic concepts including fish identification, biology, fish habitat, equipment, conservation, improving water quality, licensing/regulations, proper selection and use of cooking tools, cooking safety, fish fileting techniques, recipes, proper food handling and storage techniques.

The field portion will be on 5/18 in the afternoon, it will include but is not limited to: location selection, target areas, casting techniques, knot tying, both artificial and live bait selection, how to bait a hook, hook removal, safety, fileting fish, food preparation and cooking, and food sampling. A valid KY fishing license is required on the day of the class. 

If you have any questions please contact:

Easton Copley 502-330-1411 easton.copley@ky.gov

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Educational / Workshops / Seminars , Fishing Events (Non-boating), Featured KDFWR Events, Hook And Cook

Join the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and the University of Kentucky's Cooperative Extension Services for wild game processing and wild game meat cooking demonstrations during the Kentucky Elk and Outdoor Fest at the KY Fish and Wildlife vendor booth. Learning the skills for processing small game will help you build the foundation for processing larger game like deer and elk. Enjoy a Cook Wild Kentucky venison recipe cooking demonstration with free samples thanks to our partners at UK's Cooperative Extension Services. The first 50 people to register for each time slot will receive a free Field to Fork cutting board when they check in at the demonstration! There are two opportunities to catch this demonstration throughout the day. Attendees are welcome to register for and attend both demonstrations but will only receive one Field to Fork cutting board for the day. 

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Educational / Workshops / Seminars , Outdoor Shows / Exhibitions / Festivals, Featured KDFWR Events, Field To Fork

This course will teach you the basics of catching and cleaning fish. Whether you are an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, this course will teach you the skills and knowledge you need to get started in fishing.

Day 1 May 21st, 5:30pm-8:30pm, Russell County Cooperative Extension Office 

The classroom portion covers basic concepts including fish identification, biology, knot tying, both artificial and live bait selection, how to bait a hook, hook removal, safety, when to fish (time of day/time of year), fish habitat, equipment, conservation, licensing/regulations,

Day 2 May 23rd, 5:30pm-8:30pm, Russell County Cooperative Extension Office 

The field portion includes, but is not limited to: casting techniques, proper selection and use of cooking tools, cooking safety, recipes, proper food handling and storage techniques. fileting fish, food preparation and cooking, and food sampling.

Day 3 May 24th, 5:30pm-8:30pm Location TBD 

This will be the fishing portion of the class. KDFWR will provide all the equipment and bait so participants can test out the newly acquired fishing skills. 

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Educational / Workshops / Seminars , Fishing Events (Non-boating), Featured KDFWR Events, Hook And Cook