Hunting seasons in Illinois kick off Sunday with the first day of squirrel hunting.

INDR Police Captain John Williamson says squirrel season marks the official start of the hunting season.

Williamson notes, with squirrel hunting, the same safety precautions are in place, such as maintaining a safe distance from houses and getting permission before hunting on private property.

Dove season starts September 1, and archery deer season starts October 1.