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Kentucky Fish and Wildlife encourages safe summer boating

In conjunction with National Safe Boating Week, May 16-22, 2026, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources reminds boaters and motorists to be safe as they get out on the water and roads during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.

Simple safety precautions help to minimize injuries and incidents. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife game wardens suggest the following tips when heading out on the water:

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Wear Your Kill Switch:
It Can Save Your Life

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Watch Video - Report Wild Pigs, Don't Shoot!

Report Wild Pigs, Don't Shoot!

EVENTS

Salato—Kentucky Habitat Program
Franklin County - 05/15/2026, 05/21/2026, 05/22/2026
Salato—Kentucky Habitat Program
Franklin County - 05/22/2026
Salato--Wild Encounter
Franklin County - 05/15/2026
Salato--Bison Talk
Franklin County - 05/15/2026
Salato--Bald Eagle Talk
Franklin County - 05/16/2026
Salato—Turtle Feeding: “Snapper Snacks”
Franklin County - 05/16/2026
Special Called Commission Meeting
Franklin County - 05/18/2026
Hook and Cook - Georgetown
Scott County - 05/19/2026, 05/20/2026
Salato--Bobcat Chat
Franklin County - 05/19/2026
Trout Fishing Webinar and Fishing Trip
Russell County - 05/20/2026
Salato--Raptor Program
Franklin County - 05/20/2026
Salato—Be Kind to Bees Talk "World Bee Day"
Franklin County - 05/20/2026
Salato--Bear Training
Franklin County - 05/21/2026
Salato--Bobcat Talk
Franklin County - 05/21/2026
Salato--Bison Feeding
Franklin County - 05/22/2026

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