About Western Kentucky Outdoors

WKO started providing guided turkey hunts in 1998. As huntable acreage increased so did hunting opportunities. In 2002 we offered archery only deer hunts. In 2004 we expanded our offering to a very limited number of blackpowder and firearms hunts. Today we cater to mostly bowhunters, who enjoy hunting some of our archery-only areas. Currently we provide hunts for deer, ducks, turkey and predators, along with guiding for fishing trips.

Western Kentucky Outdoors is operated in the heart of Western Kentucky. We hunt two prime whitetail deer hunting counties that traditionally rank among the top 10-12 deer harvest counties. The city of Madisonville serves as the hub of our operation. Madisonville is located 45 minutes south of Evansville, Indiana on the Pennyrile Parkway; 2 1/2 hours west of Louisville, Kentucky; approximately 90 minutes northwest of Nashville, Tennessee and 75 minutes east of Paducha, Kentucky.

In 2006 we will hunt 2800 acres of private land that we manage and hunt. Land acquisition is always at the top of our list and we work diligently to acquire properties in areas that have low hunting pressure and a good age class. Those affiliated with WKO are locals and know the areas well. The properties we hunt have been targeted due to the trophy bucks found there. Light hunting pressure and habitat are also factors considered during property research. The majority of our properties we've had for a number of years. We do lose or let go leases from time to time, but it has never impacted our success.

We also provide hunting opportunities in Southeastern Illinois and Southern Indiana. In addition to this, WKO leads trips every year across the United States for deer, turkey and bass fishing. Contact us to find out what trips we have planned and client availability

"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, owner.