Sports and Outdoors

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Preparation is key as squirrel season gets underway

From the Indiana Department of Natural Resources:

Squirrel hunters should arm themselves with a strong understanding of safety guidelines and season regulations as they head to the woods.

A safe squirrel hunt can be the perfect opportunity to introduce new hunters to a wonderful outdoor activity and stewardship of our natural resources. When hunting, remember to be sure of your target and what’s beyond it, respect property rights and get permission from private property owners before you hunt, and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration.

Squirrel hunting season opened Aug. 15 and continues through Jan. 31. Indiana hunters may harvest both gray and fox squirrels, and can harvest up to five squirrels per day.

To hunt squirrels, Indiana residents must purchase the annual hunting license for $17 ($7 youth consolidated license), and nonresidents must purchase the $80 annual hunting license or the $31 five-day hunting license ($17 annual youth hunting).

To purchase a hunting license, go to www.indianaoutdoor.IN.gov. For additional information on regulations and licensing, go to the hunting.IN.gov.

For more information: N. Budd Veverka, farmland wildlife research biologist, (812) 334-1137.

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