When is rabbit season in illinois

Toggle accordion. An arrow inside a circle. On the 2nd day of the hunting season, you may possess no more than twice the daily bag limit Rabbits Cottontail and Swamp 6 Nov —15 Feb Sunrise to Sunset 4 10 Some public land sites have more restrictive dates, check site-specific regulations before hunting. On the 2nd day of the hunting season, you may possess no more than twice the daily bag limit. Rabbits Use the License Finder to determine what permits you qualify for Use the Directory or Hunt Planner to determine what type of permit you need for a given hunting site Most IDNR sites do not require a site-specific lottery permit Some IDNR sites require a free upland game lottery permit, apply online Application dates: August Available to: residents only Squirrels Does not require separate permit Use Hunt Planner to find sites open to squirrel hunting.

Also, keep a keen lookout for squirrel nests, referred to as dreys. These dreys will be a nest high in the canopy comprised of leaf litter and twigs. Once you find an area that appears to have a high squirrel presence, sit down for 20 minutes, remaining still and quiet. If you are interested in learning how to hunt, the Illinois Learn to Hunt program has free workshops and online learning courses to get you started.

Visit Illinois Learn to Hunt for more information or to begin learning today. Visit Illinois Learn to Hunt for more information or to sign-up for an event near you. May 1, Photo courtesy of Dan Stephens. Squirrel drey illustration by Sarah Marjanovic.

This module will provide an overview of small game hunting regulations prior to your attendance at the workshop. This will ensure ample time for hands-on learning activities at workshops. We will have some allotted time to discuss regulations and answer any questions you may have. You will be distributed the e-learning module 3 weeks prior to the event date via the email address provided upon your registration.

If you register within 3 weeks of the event date, you will be distributed the e-learning module on the next business day.