OK I admit it I waited far too long to start planning this (lots of grand kids and other commitments).  

I would like to find a good outfitter or family farm that caters to trad hunters in KY.  I've taken some out of state hunts before and have had mixed results with outfitters.  If you know of a quality guide or family farm that is open to bow hunters I am interested.  Please send me a PM.

Otherwise, I guess I'll take my chances on some unscouted public land  

K&N Outfitters and Premier Outfitters get excellent reviews from many people on another site that I visit.  Good luck!

Put in for an elk tag, you might just get lucky.

We have lots of great public land if you decide to go that route. Land Between the Lakes in western KY is one that's large and popular but not overcrowded.