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Barry Jones on: The Truth About Hunting in Kentucky Range of wildlife we have right in our backyards is due to the work of the Kentucky Fish & Wildlife Department, Barry Jones says. KFWD, in turn, is funded by the sale of hunting and fishing licenses. He says every wildlife lover owes it to buy a hunting and fishing license, whether they hunt or fish or not Written on reading: Comments re article 42697 The Truth About Hunting in Kentucky by Chris Bennett Commentary by Barry Jones Very well said, Chris. I have made similar statements in so far as to say my father never dreamed of seeing white tail deer in Adair County I was grown when I stumbled on my first wild turkey while squirrel hunting one fall afternoon. The thing scared me to death when it jumped and flew. I never knew my heart could fit in my throat but it did that day. And today, it is possible to hunt black bear, elk, see the American Bald Eagle, coyote hunt, bobcat hunt, duck hunt, and goose hunt all in our backyards. Chris is exactly right. Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife did all of this and they are totally funded by the sale of Hunting and Fishing Licenses. If you enjoy seeing wildlife show it by buying a hunting and fishing license whether you hunt or fish or not. Or better yet, take up fishing and enjoy seeing the beaver and albino squirrel on Green River Lake. I have seen some of the most wonderful things while either hunting or fishing. I have been wading a creek and had turkeys fly down to drink within 20 yards of me. I have had deer walk up to within 10 yards of me, drink and go on their merry way. If I had not been there, I wouldn't have seen it. That is why you go, not just to kill something as most people assume. If Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife ask me to take a limit to help them manage the herds, I take a limit. They have done a fantastic job of managing our wildlife and it shows. Kids raised knowing how to enjoy hunting and fishing are never in trouble because there is always something to do. Farm ponds and creeks have given me some of the most memorable time of my life with my children. It has been my honor to teach my children how to hunt and fish as my father taught me and, hopefully to teach my grandchildren. That is why preserving and conserving our wildlife and hunting rights in Kentucky is so important. So if you truly love wildlife, show it by buying a hunting and fishing license, take a child fishing (up to 16 years old no license is required). The next time you go to the Walmart, buy a small ultra light rod and reel, then head to the creek. You will see that a bluegill can fight like a large mouth and you'll remember what it's like to be a kid again. s/Barry Jones This story was posted on 2011-02-27 05:31:40
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