Yea, Rifle season opened in GA about a month ago. I have only hunted on private 50 acre+ tracts, so I dont know about public hunting grounds. I would hate a crowded hunt. I cant stand to see a human whilst hunting. Your creek bed plan sounds good. Go the extra miles...especially on opening day. Beat them all to the punch!! Who cares how early you are...the earlier the better I say.....gets the worm (OR DEER)