10/15/2026
Kentucky has a growing black bear population and, with that, a regulated bear hunting season!
Hunters can pursue bears by archery, crossbow, fi***rm, or by dog, with specific dates for three zones and seasons.
Speaking of which… archery/crossbow season starts next week (Oct. 24) for Zones 1-3!
As with every season, hunters must obtain the ​necessary permits and adhere to regulations regarding fi***rms, baiting, and bag limits.
For more on black bear hunting in Kentucky, including zones and season dates, refer to the 2026-27 Hunting Guide, available here:https://fw.ky.gov/Hunt/Documents/huntingguideentire.pdf
