I agree.. go the distance.. and look for natural funnels.. key in on these and hunt them with a good wind.

Another tactic you should try is hunting real close to roads. Most hunters never do this.. I hunted a public piece where I wasn't more than 100 yrds. from a major road.. I saw some real good bucks doing this.

Scout all you can early after the season is over. Again, look for any natural funnels that are out of the way of other hunters and small bedding pockets close to homes or roads.. look for sign.. i.e. poop.. rubs.. scrapes.. (be the first to hunt previous year's rub lines). When hunting public land use the other hunters to your advantage.. you will be pleasantly surprised with the outcome.