My two cents . . . First consideration is weight. A light boot is important when you might be hiking up & down mountains miles a day. Second, goretex. Keep your feet dry. You very likely will step in a creek or bog of some kind and I;'m sure you know what it's like to walk around in wet boots. I don't put near the importance on thinsulate as some of the other guys. Good socks, dry feet, they stay warm bow hunting September. It is always likely to snow while out there, but I'd rather have light weight dry boots and take my chances. Boots that come with the first two features AND thinsulate . . . buy them!
Remember, walking sucks with blisyters, it can ruin a good time.
And bring a big gun. .30 cal or bigger.

One more thing . . . if you aqre already in a cold climate and own some Sorrels, bring them, just in case!