Squirrel season really depends on where you hunt. Each state picks its own start and end dates, plus the rules about bag limits and legal weapons can change a lot. Always check your state’s calendar and regulations before you head out. If you’re planning a trip or picking out gear, this post should help. I’ll…
You’ll spot the signs of squirrel mating season if you know when to watch. Most squirrels mate once or twice a year—usually in a winter-to-spring stretch and sometimes again from late spring into summer. So, expect more noisy chases and young squirrels in nests during those times. Watch for frantic chases, tree-scratching, and extra visits…
Most squirrels mate more than once a year, and you’ll usually notice peaks in late winter into spring, then again in late spring to early summer. Curious about when squirrel mating season kicks off near you? Just keep an eye (and ear) out for busy chases and a lot of noisy action from January through…
You might picture London as a city full of grey squirrels, but red squirrels actually used to roam its parks and woodlands too. People last widely reported seeing red squirrels in London in the late 1940s, when their numbers dropped off sharply after grey squirrels arrived and brought squirrel pox with them. Why did reds…
If you’re planning your next hunt, you’ll want the facts so you don’t miss that last legal day. In North Carolina, squirrel season usually wraps up on February 28, but local rules or special dates can shift things for certain lands or species. Double-check the exact end date for your county before you head out….
You can hunt squirrels in Alabama through March 1, 2026. The limit is eight squirrels per day and eight in possession. If you’re heading out this season, don’t forget to check the official rules before you go. Dates, limits, and closures—like the Fox squirrel closure in Bankhead National Forest—can change on short notice. Plan your…
If you love watching squirrels, you might wonder when to feed them without causing harm. Try feeding squirrels early in the morning or late in the afternoon—those are the times they naturally search for food, so you’re not messing with their routines. When you offer nuts or seeds, stick to simple, natural foods and only…
You can hunt squirrels in Illinois from August 1 through February 15, but watch out—squirrel season closes during county firearm deer seasons. Seriously, double-check those dates and the deer-season closures so you don’t end up hunting outside the legal window. Keep your hunting plans straightforward: check the county deer-season schedule and confirm any temporary closures….
Planning a squirrel hunt in Tennessee this year? You’ll want to know the exact end date, so you don’t get caught off guard. Squirrel season in Tennessee usually wraps up in mid-March, and there’s a short spring season that runs in May and June—so double-check the current rules before heading out. Let’s break down the…
If you want a faster, more productive squirrel hunt, you’ve got to pick the right time and place. Honestly, early morning and late afternoon in fall and early winter are your best bets—squirrels get busy then, hunting for food and stashing it away. I’ll break down when to head out and what to look for,…