Western Kentucky Outdoors

Western Kentucky Outdoors operates as a bowhunting-focused outfitter. Bill Cartwright and his team put in countless hours preparing hunts from season end to season start—scouting with trail cameras, adjusting stand locations, and staying mobile to put bucks in front of you.

They're explicit about what they are and aren't: not a bed-and-breakfast operation, not a hunter mill, and not about maximizing client volume. You'll see small camps (never 20 people when told 6), honest pricing, and straight talk about whether they can deliver the hunt you want.

• •Fair chase hunts for Kentucky whitetail, Eastern wild turkey, and waterfowl
• •Bowhunting specialization — they know what Pope & Young caliber hunting requires
• •Scouting and stand placement tailored to your preferences
• •Transportation to and from hunting areas
• •Game care and processing assistance
• •Accommodation coordination (they'll help arrange lodging nearby)

"We want to shake your hand when you arrive and be able to do the same when you leave. This cannot be accomplished unless you have a hunt that is enjoyable regardless of success." — Bill Cartwright

No kill guarantee, but they guarantee effort and a quality experience. Hunts are 100% fair chase.

Kentucky has over-the-counter licenses for non-residents:

You can purchase all permits online through Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources.

Phone: 812-598-1193 Email: [email protected]

Ask for references—they provide both successful and unsuccessful client lists. They also coordinate out-of-state hunting trips if you're interested.