Squirrel Hunting Rimfire Calibers

Here’s a look at the most popular rimfire calibers used to hunt squirrels.

My Favorite Squirrel Hunting Rifles

Here are my favorite squirrel hunting rimfire rifles

Squirrel Hunting Seasons

Here’s a look at the squirrel hunting seasons and bag limits for various U.S. states.

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  • The 10 Best 22 Rifles for Squirrel Hunting

    The 10 Best 22 Rifles for Squirrel Hunting

    Despite what some people may think, squirrel hunting with a rimfire rifle is challenging. Squirrels are a tiny target in general, always seem to be moving, and rarely sit still long enough to be a target. The .22LR is still the most popular rimfire caliber for squirrels, so it makes sense that one of the…

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  • 17 HMR vs 22LR for Squirrel Hunting

    17 HMR vs 22LR for Squirrel Hunting

    If you want to spark up an interesting conversation with a squirrel hunter, ask them to name the best rimfire caliber for squirrel hunting. Ask ten different squirrel hunters, and you’ll probably hear various opinions and answers. However, the bulk of those surveyed will most likely say a 22 caliber, while others may suggest a…

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  • Squirrel Hunting Vests: Buying Advice and Recommedations

    Squirrel Hunting Vests: Buying Advice and Recommedations

    There are very few types of hunting that I find as relaxing and enjoyable as a morning or afternoon spent hunting squirrels. One significant advantage to chasing bushy tails is its simplicity. It’s one of the few hunting sports that doesn’t require any specialized gear. All you really need is a shotgun or rimfire rifle,…

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  • Hunting with 22 Birdshot for Squirrels

    Hunting with 22 Birdshot for Squirrels

    While most squirrel hunters use a rimfire rifle or shotgun to hunt squirrels, some people are interested in a hybrid type hunting approach that almost blends the benefits of a 22 rifle and a shotgun together. I’m referring to a rimfire round that is fired from a 22 rifle but fires small BB-like projectiles similar…

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  • North Carolina Squirrel Hunting Season

    North Carolina Squirrel Hunting Season

    Squirrel hunting is a popular small game hunting activity in North Carolina, offering hunters the chance to enjoy the state’s woodland areas. The extended season for gray and red squirrels, running from fall through winter, provides ample opportunities for hunters to pursue these species. Additionally, the spring squirrel season for gray squirrels on private lands…

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  • Rimfire Accuracy In Squirrel Hunting

    Rimfire Accuracy In Squirrel Hunting

    For the most part, squirrel hunters fall into one of three categories based on their firearm of choice: shotgun hunters, airgun hunters, or rimfire rifle hunters. Although I squirrel hunted with a shotgun as a teenager, I’ve gravitated towards using a rimfire rifle, and that’s my preferred weapon these days. As I peruse various forums,…

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  • What Time Do Squirrels Come Out in The Morning?

    What Time Do Squirrels Come Out in The Morning?

    Although squirrel hunting is a relatively simplistic type of hunting, especially compared to deer or turkey hunting, it’s not uncommon for new squirrel hunters to have questions about where, when, and how to be a successful squirrel hunter. One question I’m asked by new hunters (and one I see posted in the different hunting forums)…

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  • Squirrel Hunting Methods

    Squirrel Hunting Methods

    I’m a member of several different hunting forums and do my best to stay on top of the questions and answers associated with squirrel hunting. One of the most common questions or series of questions I see about hunting squirrels involves questions about specific squirrel hunting techniques or methods. In this post, I will cover…

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