15A NCAC 10B .0206      SQUIRRELS

(a)  The open season for gray and red squirrels is the Monday on or closest to October 15 through the last day of February. Gray squirrels may also be taken by hunting on the Monday following the closing of the open season for wild turkey in 15A NCAC 10B .0209(a) through the second Monday thereafter.

(b)  The daily bag limit for gray and red squirrels is eight in aggregate and there are no season or possession limits. (c) The open season for fox squirrels is the Monday on or nearest October 15 through January 31.

(d)  The daily bag limit for fox squirrels is one; the possession limit is two; and the season limit is 10.

History Note         Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-291.2;

Eff. February 1, 1976;

Amended Eff. August 1, 2022; August 1, 2013; August 1, 2010; May 1, 2009; May 1, 2008; May 1, 2006; July 1, 1995; July 1, 1987; July 1, 1986; July 1, 1985;

Readopted Eff. August 1, 2019;

Amended Eff. August 1, 2026; August 1, 2022.