Fifth District Federation of Kentucky Sportsmen, Inc.

03/01/2026

The Fifth District Federation of Kentucky Sportsmen at their meeting last Tuesday evening voted to unanimously support HB506. Our Game Wardens deserve better compensation!

Kentucky Game Wardens need your support!

House Bill 506 includes language that will allow KDFWR to establish a pay structure for the Law Enforcement Division’s sworn personnel. Commissioner Storm has consistently worked with the Kentucky General Assembly to find a way to increase Game Warden salaries and improve the recruitment and retention issues we are facing. The passage of HB 506 will allow the Law Enforcement Division to be salary competitive with other law enforcement agencies across the state, and in return, better serve the sportsmen and women in the Commonwealth. This bill reallocates funding outside of the department for the radio debt service and KLEFP training stipend. Additionally, this bill strengthens the penalty structure for violations of fish and game laws and the enforcement issues we face in the field.

Please find below the link to HB 506. We would like to thank bill sponsor Representative David Hale for his continued support of the KDFWR and its Game Wardens!
https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26rs/hb506.html

10/29/2025

Here are the changes that were discussed last night at the 5th District Federation meeting.

🚁 New Drone Rules for Hunting & Fishing in Kentucky

A reminder for hunters and anglers: using drones or other aircraft to take or harass wildlife is now prohibited under Kentucky law (effective Oct. 28, 2025).

Here’s what you need to know:

✅ What’s allowed:
-Scouting for wildlife with a drone is allowed as long as you aren’t assisting in the take of an animal.
-If a drone locates a deceased animal, the operator can notify you of its location for recovery.

❌ What’s not allowed:
-Using drones to hunt, shoot, wound, trap, or herd wildlife.
-Guiding a hunter to a live animal located via drone.

⚖️ Why this matters:
Under Kentucky law, “take” includes any attempt to hunt, pursue, trap, or even lure wildlife for harvest. This new rule ensures fair, safe, and responsible outdoor recreation for everyone.

These rules apply statewide, on both public and private lands (some public lands may have additional restrictions).

For exemptions and full-details visit: https://fw.ky.gov/News/Pages/New-law-takes-effect-restricting-drone-use-when-hunting-and-fishing.aspx

For questions, contact your local Game Warden or call the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Information Center at 800-858-1549.

10/29/2025

A great Turkey Shoot hosted by Dutchman’s Rod and Gun Club this coming Sunday! Come out for a great time!

10/11/2025

Yesterday Sam Bryant (2025 LKS sportsman of the year) & Dan Cayce (2024 LKS sportsman of the year) had their brick ceremony. What an honor to have Sam represent the 5th district and be "etched in stone" for all his contributions over the years.

07/29/2025

This Sunday is the 90th annual sportsmans fair. Hope to see you there!

We will find out which club has the best trap shooting team!

07/29/2025

5th District meeting tonight at Seven Hills Rod and Gun Club. Address is 1914 Gun Club Rd in Crittenden.
Dinner around 6:30 with the meeting starting around 7:00.

Rt 491 is closed at the bridge in Crittenden so you will have to use Eads Rd or 491 from the Verona side.

See you there.

07/25/2025

Howdy yall, I hope your summer is going well!

The next 5th district federation of Kentuxky Sportsmen's meeting will be next Tuesday July 29th at Seven hills rod and gun club. Dinner @ 6:30pm, meeting starts . Hope to see you there!

Seven Hills Rod & Gun Club
1914 Gun Club Rd, Crittenden, KY 41030