Promising Season Ahead for Nov. 1 Rabbit and Quail Season OpenerFRANKFORT, Ky. – Small game hunters should find good conditions afield and plenty of rabbits when hunting starts on Nov. 1st in central and eastern Kentucky. “The highest number of rabbits observed was in central Kentucky, followed by eastern Kentucky,” said Ben Robinson, small game biologist for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. “The drought has dried up cover, as if it had been killed back by frost, so hunting conditions should be easier.” Read MoreSalato hosts introductory workshop on Wildlife PhotographyFRANKFORT, Ky. – Join wildlife photographer Kim Graham for a beginner-level photography class designed for nature enthusiasts at the Salato Wildlife Education Center from 1 – 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23. You do not need expensive equipment for this workshop; however, a working knowledge of your camera is required. Digital cameras will work great for this program. Bring along a tripod if you have one and of course a love for the outdoors. You will receive instruction about equipment and some basic photography techniques to help you build your skill level. All participants will receive an 8X10 of their favorite shot. Graham will also cover the ethics of nature photography and tips for creating a great outdoor photograph. During a guided walk outside the Salato Center, you will have a hands-on opportunity to photograph all the scenic beauty that nature offers in autumn. The cost of this program is $35 with registration required. The Salato Center has a variety of native animals for the public to see, including a black bear, an eagle, bobcats, elk, deer, bison, snakes and fish. The center has numerous indoor exhibits and miles of hiking trails open to the public. Fishing is available at two lakes. While some programs may require a registration fee, general admission to the Salato Center is free. For more information, call 1-800-858-1549, ext. 4445. Learn more about upcoming events at the Salato Center on the Internet at fw.ky.gov. The Salato Center, operated by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, is located at the department’s headquarters at #1 Sportsman’s Lane (formerly #1 Game Farm Road), off U.S. 60 in Frankfort, 1.5 miles west of U.S. 127. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. The center is closed Sundays, Mondays and state holidays. Read More |
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