Each comment has been great. Great post and discussion.
I agree with all of the posts and do also think that harvest rates will decrease by a good amount.
As for the lack of deer. There are areas in which I have never baited, like farmland, and I still have seen very few deer. Sign is everywhere, but deer are only to be seen on digital camera from 9pm to 4am. Just different than other years.
As for some parts of Michigan, I agree, it is nearly impossible to get deer without baiting. I may get crap for that statement, but prove me wrong. I'd love to see your harvest in those areas!!