I don't bait. Its illegal right now in MI anyways. Last year, I baited all year. I saw 4 bucks during bow season all year. Without bait, I've already seen 5 bucks. I put up a new stand on a well used trail. I put in a little more time scouting this year also. Last year, the bait brought in the fawns and does. I only had 1 buck go on my bait pile, and he didn't hit it broadside, so no deer last year for me!