Duck

You must fill out your HIP survey before you go hunting. Go to "My Profile" to access this survey. For information on Early Seasons see Wood Ducks or Teal.


License and permit needed:


Younger than 12

  • License and permit exempt

Youth 12-15

  • Annual youth hunting license*

*Included in Youth Sportsman's License


Ages 16 and older

  • Day (1 or 7 day) hunting license or annual* hunting license
  • Kentucky Migratory Bird/Waterfowl Permit**
  • Federal Duck Stamp

*Included in the Youth Sportsman License / **Included in Resident Sportsman's License


Ages 65 and older OR Disabled

  • Senior/Disabled License
  • Federal Duck Stamp

For more information, click exemptions and requirements or check our current Waterfowl Hunting Guide. Buy or renew your license here.




Falconry



2025 License Year

Season Dates: Nov 27 2025 - Feb 22 2026
Location: Statewide


Hunting



2024 License Year

Season Dates: Dec 07 2024 - Jan 31 2025
Location: Statewide
Either Sex



2025 License Year

Season Dates: Nov 27 2025 - Nov 30 2025
Location: Statewide

Season Dates: Dec 07 2025 - Jan 31 2026
Location: Statewide