Hair Jigs

[looking45]

My brother ties the 1/8 and 1/4 oz hair jigs we use mainly in the winter for spotted bass. He uses the hair from the tails of tree squirrels. If you know anyone who hunts tree squirrels ask them to save the tail for you. My brother heavily salts the cut end and stores them in a big zip loc bag. 

[JHoss]

On 2/22/2025 at 1:05 PM, looking45 said:

My brother ties the 1/8 and 1/4 oz hair jigs we use mainly in the winter for spotted bass. He uses the hair from the tails of tree squirrels. If you know anyone who hunts tree squirrels ask them to save the tail for you. My brother heavily salts the cut end and stores them in a big zip loc bag. 

We live on a few acres with a lot of oaks, so squirrel hair is plentiful as long as the 22's still sighted in. But I'm surprised that hair is long enough for bass jigs? 

[ike8120]

Great information , I am new to this also, can anyone recommend any tutorials on tying the hair jig. I know there are many on YT, but looking for one with the beginner in mind.

Thanks

[looking45]

2 hours ago, JHoss said:

We live on a few acres with a lot of oaks, so squirrel hair is plentiful as long as the 22's still sighted in. But I'm surprised that hair is long enough for bass jigs? 

The entire tail isn’t usable.  You can get 3-4 jugs from each tail. We have a few friends who save the tails for us. Check your local regulations so you don’t get fined for shooting one out of season.