any help is a big plus

w27 · September 21, 2013, 06:19 PM

I wrote a thread earlyer about squirrel hunting in az
Got a lot of looks but no replys any help is greatly appreciated

FrankenMauser · September 21, 2013, 09:04 PM

Providing a few more details about where you would like to hunt, what time frames you'll be there, and what species you're after might help get some replies.

As is, your question is difficult to answer. There just isn't any additional information, beyond the state you're in and the area you live in.

w27 · September 21, 2013, 11:13 PM

We will be camping for weekend but not sure where to hunt this is are first hunt

BuckRub · September 21, 2013, 11:31 PM

Sounds fun. I love squirrel hunting and camping. Also hunting new areas is also a blast.

w27 · September 22, 2013, 02:33 AM

Thanks rob wish I was in texas I would hit u up

603Country · September 22, 2013, 12:15 PM

Like someone else said, we aren't sure about your exact need for info. If it's just general squirrel hunting, then I'll provide the basics.

Best time to hunt is early morning and late afternoon. Best type of day to hunt would be a cool still day. And if the ground is a bit damp, you can walk quieter, which is good. Squirrels have radar. Find an area rich in oak trees or pecan trees (or even pine trees) and hunt that area, after entering quietly and sitting, or standing motionlessly. Look for moving tree limbs, which normally would indicate squirrels moving from nesting area to feeding area - which is hopefully where you are now sitting. If I'm hunting for quantity, I use a 12 ga with full choke and number 6 shot. If I'm just hunting for fun, I use a scoped 22 rifle. Having a small pair of binocs with you is good, so you can find the little rascals peeking at you over a limb. Have a pocket or bag of corn or pebbles or acorns. Once you've shot one squirrel, the rest will hide. Wait 5 minutes, then pitch a few pebbles into the dry leaves. The squirrels (the least intelligent ones at least) will think their rivals are now back to eating and they'll come back out in clear sight - hopefully.

That info will get you started. The rest comes from experience. Enjoy yourself. Some of my best memories are from squirrel hunting with my grandfather when I was just a kid. That's where the pebble trick comes from. Grandpa was good. I swear he could spot a squirrel at 1000 yards (well...maybe 100 yards).

Paul B. · September 22, 2013, 12:18 PM

Let's keep this simple.

1(602) 924-3000
Az Game & Fish Dept.

That's the head office in Phoenix. if there is any squirrel hunting, it'll probably have a season and you'll need a license. At least you'll get the info from the horse's mouth. be aware that if camping, there still may be serious fire restrictions. We've been pretty dry. Anyway, give them a call and get the straight dope.
Paul B.

w27 · September 22, 2013, 03:48 PM

Thank guys I got some good info sorry for not being detailed be this is are first hunt I though that said it all but thank you I appreciate the help iam a rookie at this stuff

September 21, 2013, 06:19 PM	#1
w27 Junior Member Join Date: September 17, 2013 Location: laveen Posts: 5	any help is a big plus I wrote a thread earlyer about squirrel hunting in az Got a lot of looks but no replys any help is greatly appreciated

September 21, 2013, 09:04 PM	#2
FrankenMauser Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2008 Location: In the valley above the plain Posts: 13,424	Providing a few more details about where you would like to hunt, what time frames you'll be there, and what species you're after might help get some replies. As is, your question is difficult to answer. There just isn't any additional information, beyond the state you're in and the area you live in. __________________ Don't even try it. It's even worse than the internet would lead you to believe.

September 22, 2013, 12:18 PM	#7
Paul B. Senior Member Join Date: March 28, 1999 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,801	Let's keep this simple. 1(602) 924-3000 Az Game & Fish Dept. That's the head office in Phoenix. if there is any squirrel hunting, it'll probably have a season and you'll need a license. At least you'll get the info from the horse's mouth. be aware that if camping, there still may be serious fire restrictions. We've been pretty dry. Anyway, give them a call and get the straight dope. Paul B. __________________ COMPROMISE IS NOT AN OPTION!

September 21, 2013, 11:13 PM	#3
w27 Junior Member Join Date: September 17, 2013 Location: laveen Posts: 5	We will be camping for weekend but not sure where to hunt this is are first hunt

September 21, 2013, 11:31 PM	#4
BuckRub Junior member Join Date: October 3, 2012 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,046	Sounds fun. I love squirrel hunting and camping. Also hunting new areas is also a blast.

September 22, 2013, 02:33 AM	#5
w27 Junior Member Join Date: September 17, 2013 Location: laveen Posts: 5	Thanks rob wish I was in texas I would hit u up

September 22, 2013, 12:15 PM	#6
603Country Senior Member Join Date: January 6, 2011 Location: Thornton, Texas Posts: 3,998	Like someone else said, we aren't sure about your exact need for info. If it's just general squirrel hunting, then I'll provide the basics. Best time to hunt is early morning and late afternoon. Best type of day to hunt would be a cool still day. And if the ground is a bit damp, you can walk quieter, which is good. Squirrels have radar. Find an area rich in oak trees or pecan trees (or even pine trees) and hunt that area, after entering quietly and sitting, or standing motionlessly. Look for moving tree limbs, which normally would indicate squirrels moving from nesting area to feeding area - which is hopefully where you are now sitting. If I'm hunting for quantity, I use a 12 ga with full choke and number 6 shot. If I'm just hunting for fun, I use a scoped 22 rifle. Having a small pair of binocs with you is good, so you can find the little rascals peeking at you over a limb. Have a pocket or bag of corn or pebbles or acorns. Once you've shot one squirrel, the rest will hide. Wait 5 minutes, then pitch a few pebbles into the dry leaves. The squirrels (the least intelligent ones at least) will think their rivals are now back to eating and they'll come back out in clear sight - hopefully. That info will get you started. The rest comes from experience. Enjoy yourself. Some of my best memories are from squirrel hunting with my grandfather when I was just a kid. That's where the pebble trick comes from. Grandpa was good. I swear he could spot a squirrel at 1000 yards (well...maybe 100 yards).

September 22, 2013, 03:48 PM	#8
w27 Junior Member Join Date: September 17, 2013 Location: laveen Posts: 5	Thank guys I got some good info sorry for not being detailed be this is are first hunt I though that said it all but thank you I appreciate the help iam a rookie at this stuff