I just started hunting other states a couple of years back. There is some good hunting here in MA, but not like many other areas. Being located in Berkshire County, I am a 20 minute ride to the NY border and 1/2 hour to CT. I hunt in CT, NY, & MA. Last year I took a trip out to IL. I was not succesful in harvesting any giant bucks, but did take 2 does w/ the bow. After seeing that country and the deer density there, I am definately going to be taking more trips out that way!