They are fun to hunt. A shotgun works great I personally use a .22 just my preferance though. I would use number 6 shot but I have seen people use lighter loads. A full choke would be best. Just walk around and listen for barking then do a stalk to find them. I sit on a log and listen for acorns dropping from trees and wait or stalk. I also use a squirrel distress call which will make they sound off or even come to see what is the matter.Hope this helps and Good Luck!!