RE: October Lull?
I saw a mature buck with 7 does moving mid day on Friday. He was a nice one too. This was in central, MD. Matter of fact I saw a lot of movement mid day on Friday. The moon guide did say deer movement on Friday was going to be very active. I'm sure the cold temp's helped too. I think all variables are collective; three important being moon, temp, and pressure.
In other words, if there isn't significant hunting pressure then the moon and temperature will be more prominent.
I'm sure there are other variables to consider.
Side Note: Hunting partners saw a lot of lip curling from bucks on Friday morning. (Oct. 13th)