Can I Shoot Squirrels With A 22 In Illinois?

Can you hunt squirrels in Illinois?

Squirrel season opens statewide on August 1 st and runs through February 15 th. Squirrel hunting is a popular first-time hunt for many, and a great way for even the seasoned hunter to perfect their skills early in the season. Learn more about by reading Squirrel Hunting Opportunities in Illinois are Abundant.

Can you hunt squirrel year round in Illinois?

Squirrel season in Illinois runs through Feb. 15, but is closed during the firearm deer seasons, Nov. 22-24 and Dec. r 5-8 in counties that have a firearm deer season.

Can you hunt squirrels with a 22 in Illinois?

22-24 and Dec. r 5-8 in counties that have a firearm deer season. The limit for squirrels is five per day with a possession limit of ten. Hunting hours for squirrels are a half-hour before sunrise to half-hour after sunset.