Tips for Hunting Squirrels

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Scraps of shell, etc., found beneath feeding stations can often be seen during summer hikes, and are good evidence of an active squirrel population.
Scraps of shell, etc., found beneath feeding stations can often be seen during summer hikes, and are good evidence of an active squirrel population.
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Once alerted, a squirrel can remain motionless for long periods.
Once alerted, a squirrel can remain motionless for long periods.

Reprinted with permission from MOTHER EARTH NEWS NO. 95.

There are a good many reasons why squirrels are among the
most hunted animals in North America. For one thing, the
bushytail season usually opens before those for larger
animals do, and provides an excuse to enjoy the

  • Published on Jul 1, 1986
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