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Deer and turkey aren't the only good hunting in Missouri. Small game such as cottontail, squirrel and even bullfrog can challenge your hunting skills and serve as excellent table fare.

Topics in this section include how to clean a squirrel and our Small Game Harvest Survey.

Bullfrogs and Green Frogs

A favorite outdoor pastime of many Missourians, frogging spans the gap between hunting and fishing. Frogging season starts at sunset June 30 and runs through Oct. 31. Take them by a variety of methods with a small game or fishing permit. More

How to Clean and Cook a Squirrel

Bushy-tails are just like other game—the meat on the table is only as good as the care taken in preparation. More

Small Game Harvest Survey

This semiannually updated survey reports hunter and harvest numbers for rabbit, squirrel, quail, dove, pheasant, woodcock, crow, groundhog, raccoon, gray fox, red fox, coyote, bobcat, opossum, ducks and Canada and snow geese. New reports appear in late summer of odd-numbered years. More

Related Information

  • Apprentice Hunter ProgramTo help introduce adults to hunting, the Apprentice Hunter Authorization allows hunters age 16 and older who are not hunter-ed certified to hunt with firearms--as long as they purchase a firearms hunting permit, and hunt in the immediate presence of a properly licensed, hunter-ed certified adult age 21 or older.
  • Animal AutographsThis set of pictures of animal tracks--or autographs--are drawn to the size of average adults. Use them to identify the tracks you find on your land or in the wild.
  • Firewood Pests

    Don't give bad bugs a free ride. Emerald ash borer and other tree-killing insect pests travel in firewood. Burn firewood where you buy it.

  • Free Publications

    Our free publications help Missouri landowners, homeowners, teachers and students improve their acres, learn about animals and plants, enjoy more fishing and hunting, attract fun-to-watch wildlife with native plants and get involved in special programs. Download this form to browse or order dozens of free publications from MDC's distribution center. Note: you must be a Missouri resident to receive our free printed publications.

  • Hunting: General Provisions

    Find out the general rules and regulations of hunting in Missouri.

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