I have found that in my research that the bioligists i have spoken with have been very helpful with general information at least in a few states. The more specific questions you have the more info they will give out. Another thing i have found is one of them i talked too gave me information of a few very hard to draw units that aren't producing good deer that just have a reputation to prodcuce 5 years ago. So guys are applying for years and then getting a tag and not finding good bucks.Some i have talked too want you to get your tag and then call back to give you better information on a unit. Going into a state blindly and just applying i think is a mistake. Another tip i have learned is to try and confirm everything you hear from these guys if possible. Maybe they hunt in that unit or have freinds and just dont' want out of state people applying. I havent' had as good of luck with the game wardens even one that i spoke with in person 2 years ago wasnt' willing to give out any info on a mule deer unit i was considering.Its tough when you dont' know the area I guess.