In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, host Matt Wyatt sits down with Scott Baker, a retired MDWFP biologist, to dive into the timeless tradition of squirrel hunting in Mississippi. Scott shares stories from his early hunting days, explains why squirrel hunting is a great gateway for young hunters, and discusses the importance of public lands for small game. The conversation also highlights the social aspect of squirrel hunting, the role of squirrel dogs, and the challenges of managing squirrel populations.
The Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is produced by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks.
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The reason small game hunting is in the decline is because the habitat for rabbits, quail, squirrels, etc. is disappearing and there aren't as many places as possible to hunt back 40 years ago. Clean farming practices has really impacted small game hunting.