Squirrels now fair game for hunting in City of Green Bay… but only on your own property

May 22, 2024

Bad news for squirrels in the City of Green Bay. An ordinance that kept the furry critters protected from being hunted has been changed and homeowners can now hunt them if they are being a nuisance.

But the city wants to quickly clear up some questions about the altered ordinance. They say that box traps and archery are acceptable ways to hunt the squirrels but firearms of any kind, including pellet guns, are illegal to shoot within the city limits.

The change in the ordinance came after The Wisconsin DNR said Green Bay’s former law that protected squirrels, violated state law. Under the law, land owners can hunt select animals, including squirrels on their property without a license.

Green Bay’s city attorney office says the new ordinance will take effect a few days after Tuesday’s city council meeting once fully approved.

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