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Have you ever wondered about using a squirrel call but didn't know where to start? Using a squirrel call can go a long way towards putting more meat in the freezer. Barking, cutting and squealers are the three types of squirrel calls that really get their attention. Each of these calls serves a different purpose.
As the name implies, using a barking call allows the hunter to imitate the bark of a squirrel. A mild sounding drawn out barking sound typically represents a squirrel that is happy with its current situation while a more loud and aggressive bark tends to correspond to a signal warning other squirrels that danger is looming. This call will also come in handy to make the sound of a squirrel's chatter letting them know that the coast is clear and others should feel free to come out of hiding.
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Squirrels are noisy eaters and by using a cutting call the sound of a feasting squirrel can be reproduced. In a pinch, rubbing the edges of two quarters together will suffice. The sound heard while they are eating is actually that of the squirrel "cutting" or breaking through the nutshell with their teeth.
Squealers are used to replicate the sound of a young squirrel that is in danger. Using this call in combination with shaking a nearby branch full of leaves will allow the hunter to mimic the commotion of a youngster being attacked by a hawk. This action can cause squirrels in the area to go into panic mode and start barking making it easier to locate them.
The Knight & Hale 4-in-1 Squirrel Call
To become proficient at using a squirrel call pay attention to the different sounds they make while you're enjoying the outdoors. Watch what they are doing while making the different sounds and practice with your call until it resembles the sounds you hear. Be sure to adjust your calling volume to fit the circumstances. Use a bit more volume on soggy and windier days and use less volume while hunting in more calm environments. After calling try producing the sound of a content squirrel to convince the other squirrels that everything is ok. As with calling any game animal be sure to find a balance as calling too much can do more harm than good. Pick a spot and have a seat for about half an hour. If there is no activity in that location, try moving fifty yards or so and give it another go.
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