HUNTING DATES: JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 1ST, 2026
WEIGH IN: FEBRUARY 1ST, 2026 11:00 - 1:00 PM TEAMS WILL BE ASSIGNED WEIGH IN TIME
AWARDS: PRESENTED 1:00 PM AT THE DUSTY EAGLE _5183 STATE HWY 47 DALBO, MN
TOTAL COST: $50 | PER YOUTH/ADULT TEAM (THIS IS NON REFUNDABLE)
AGE : YOUTH AND ADULT COMBINATION
Bundle up and join us for our first-ever Little Wilderness Squirrel Hunting Contest! When winter boredom starts to set in, there’s no better way to get kids outdoors than a small-game adventure built around independence, teamwork, and time spent together in the woods. This is a self-guided event, not a guided hunt. Each adult + youth team will hunt on their own during legal shooting hours, choosing when and where to hunt in accordance with Minnesota DNR regulations. The goal is simple: get outside together, practice ethical hunting, build confidence in the field, and enjoy a shared outdoor experience.
At the end of the hunting window, all teams will come together as a community for a group weigh-in, where you’ll bring your two largest squirrels to be weighed for a chance at bragging rights, awards, and some seriously fun door prizes. Whether this is your child’s first hunt or they’re already comfortable in the woods, this event is about learning, participation, and connection, not pressure.
How It Works
Teams: One adult (18+) and one youth
Hunting Hours: ½ hour before sunrise to sunset
Species: Grey and Fox Squirrels
Weigh-In: Combined weight of your two largest squirrels
Licensing: All participants must follow Minnesota DNR hunting regulations and licensing requirements
What’s Included
Little Wilderness sweatshirt for every participant
Door prize tickets for all teams
Awards for the Top 3 Teams
A fun, supportive environment focused on learning and outdoor traditions
This event isn’t just about winning, it’s about getting kids outside, teaching respect for the land, and passing down outdoor traditions in a positive and encouraging way. Adventure starts here. Grab your gear, team up, and join us for a winter day in the woods the Little Wilderness way.