Fifth annual Umarex Big Squirrel Challenge set for January 2026 | What to know

In January 2026, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will host the Umarex Big Squirrel Challenge. Here's what to know.
Orlando Weekly

Arguably the largest squirrel in Orlando was caught on camera last weekend

A local golfer captured footage of what has to be the biggest squirrel in the metro Orlando area. I mean, come on. Just look at that squirrel. It is the king of all squirrels. The video, which was ...
KTHV

Big Squirrel Challenge continues despite freezing temperatures

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Hunters of all ages have joined the 2024 Big Squirrel Challenge despite the winter weather and frigid temperatures. Across the state, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Small squirrels give hunters big fun

Hunters have big fun going after small game when the Big Squirrel Challenge rolls around each January. It's a statewide contest hosted by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to see who can bag the ...
KTHV

AGFC's Big Squirrel Challenge returns for third year

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Wednesday, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) announced the return of the Big Squirrel Challenge, a statewide squirrel-hunting celebration with prizes and notoriety at ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Big Squirrel Challenge a hit with hunters

Squirrel fanatics from western Arkansas claimed top honors in this year's Big Squirrel Challenge statewide squirrel-hunting contest put on by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The contest, which ...