yep...most thermals here in CA work as winds go up the ridges in the AM and in the afternoon will tend to go down the mountain..

good binoculars are needed...good spotting scope..lots of patience and time...also it really helps to practice shooting (if using a bow) in the type of set up you will be hunting..ie shooting across a draw, over grass, next to brush etc...differnet positions also help....never once will you get a perfect stance and the deer in a perfect position to make a shot so practice for the realistic type shots

get a good pair of sneaky peeks...work very well for me....use the wind to your advantage.. and big one.. DON"T RUSH....take your time and make it count

Josh