Fieldcraft and defensive awareness often depend on non-lethal signals and realistic wildlife sounds to shape movement, gather information, or distract attention. For hunters and tactical operators who work in woodlands, a compact, versatile game call that reproduces multiple squirrel vocalizations is a practical tool for training, scouting, and controlled distraction scenarios.

HAYDELS SMALL GAME is a deluxe 3-in-1 squirrel call designed to reproduce the bark or chatter of the bushytail family. Blowing moderately into the exhaust barrel yields the cry of grey squirrels, while a series of five panicky notes creates the high-pitched distress call of a baby in trouble.

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Why this call matters for tactical defense and hunting

The HAYDELS SMALL GAME occupies a unique niche between sporting calls and practical fieldcraft tools. As a Game Calls category item from Haydels (Model: Various), its ability to switch vocal patterns makes it useful for scouting gray squirrels, drawing attention for observation, or creating noise that can be used to test response and concealment methods. At a price of $19.99 it’s an affordable addition to a range bag or pack for both training and legitimate field use.

Features and field use

Bark and chatter emulation

Use the bark/chatter setting to simulate natural movement in an area; it’s effective for drawing in curious animals or signaling other team members in a low-signature way.

Grey squirrel cry via exhaust barrel

Blowing moderately into the exhaust barrel produces the typical grey squirrel cry. Practice breath control to match cadence and distance for realistic playback during scouting.

High-pitched distress sequence

Deliver five panicky notes to create the high-pitched cries of a baby in distress. This sequence is useful for eliciting investigative behavior from wildlife and testing situational reactions during training scenarios.

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Practical tips for carry and training

Keep the call accessible in a chest pocket or vest. Practice the three sound modes at home to ensure quick, reliable execution in the field. For handlers focused on concealment and low-noise signaling, mastering the exhaust barrel’s moderate-blow technique will yield the most authentic grey squirrel cry.

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