Free Hunting Day In Tennessee (8/24/24)

Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license Saturday, which coincides with the opening day of squirrel season.

Free Hunting Day is an event the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency annually provides in hopes of increasing interest in hunting.

Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The day serves as an excellent opportunity for people to experience the enjoyment of the sport.

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency encourages regular hunters to introduce friends and family members (young and old) to the outdoor sport. It is also an excellent opportunity for people who have not tried hunting in a while to be reintroduced to the sport.

On Free Hunting Day, state resident hunters are exempt from hunting licenses and Wildlife Management Area permit requirements.

For more information about hunting in Tennessee, visit Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s website at www.tnwildlife.org or contact your nearest Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency regional office.