Squirrel hunting to open in Louisiana from May 3-25, 2025

Spring squirrel hunting season opens May 3, 2025 - Louisiana Sportsman

The Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season begins May 3 in most parts of Louisiana and lasts until May 25, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. Squirrel hunting is the perfect gateway for hunting and a great introduction for youth into the sport. A basic hunting license is all that is needed to hunt squirrels and those 17 and under are not required to have a youth license to hunt squirrels. There are many LDWF p…

So Many Squirrels, So Little Time: Why You're Seeing a Squirrel Surge Right Now

Does it feel like squirrels are suddenly everywhere? You're not imagining it. Whether you're trying to drive down a quiet street or just chill on your front porch, there’s a good chance you've been caught in a real-life game of “dodge the squirrel.” We're talking way more than your usual backyard regulars chasing each other around. It's like they’ve formed a little squirrel society and are taking over the neighbourhood. What’s Going On? Experts …

Squirrel hunting to open in Louisiana from May 3-25, 2025

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