You probably spot squirrels all day and wonder what they do when night falls. Most squirrels curl up in safe nests or burrows at night, but flying squirrels head out to forage under the cover of darkness. That’s the short answer if you’re curious about where they disappear to after sunset. Let’s dig into how…
You’ll spot squirrel boxes at big online marketplaces, specialty wildlife shops, and even some garden or hardware stores in your neighborhood. Honestly, buying online gives you the most choices and fast shipping, but checking out local stores lets you see the quality up close and maybe chat with someone who knows their stuff. If you…
Most squirrel hunting in Michigan kicks off in mid-September and runs through March 31. Some species, like red squirrels and certain ground squirrels, are fair game all year. Double-check the exact dates and daily limits before heading out—nobody wants a ticket or to miss out on a good day in the woods. If you’re thinking…
Ever wonder if squirrels just disappear in winter or if they’re hiding nearby? Most tree squirrels don’t actually hibernate. Instead, they hole up in nests or tree cavities, using short spells of torpor. But some ground squirrels do go into true hibernation, deep in underground burrows. That’s why you might spot a squirrel on a…
Ever wonder when squirrel season actually happens in Texas? In most Texas counties, the season runs from Sept. 1, 2025, to Aug. 31, 2026. East Texas, though, has split dates: Oct. 1, 2025, to Feb. 22, 2026, and then again from May 1–31, 2026. Some counties even let you hunt squirrels year‑round with no bag…
Planning to hunt squirrels in Indiana? You’ll want to know the season dates and rules to keep things legal and safe. Squirrel season for gray and fox squirrels runs from Aug. 15, 2025, through Jan. 31, 2026, while you can hunt red squirrels all year but under different rules. Let’s sort out which squirrel species…
Ever watch a squirrel dash across your yard and wonder where it actually lives? Most squirrels make their homes high up in trees, either in a leafy drey or tucked inside a hollowed-out tree cavity. Some species even dig burrows underground. If you know these common nest types, you’ll have a better shot at spotting…
Squirrel season in Georgia kicks off on August 15 and runs through February 28. You can hunt both gray and fox squirrels during that window. Want to get out there early? Mark your calendar for August 15, but don’t forget the daily bag limit of 12 per person and any special WMA rules. Here’s what…
You can hunt gray and fox squirrels in Missouri from late May through mid-February. The exact dates change every year, but squirrel season usually opens in late May and runs through February 15. That gives you plenty of time to plan trips, practice your aim, and just get outside in the woods. Check the state…
Ever wonder where squirrels disappear to when winter hits and the snow piles up? Most of them hunker down in warm, sheltered spots like tree hollows, cozy leaf nests, or sometimes even in nooks around buildings. Squirrels don’t usually stray far—they’ll use dreys, hollow trees, or even parts of human structures to keep warm while…