All I can say is I've got no less than138 hours on stand (numerous all day sits)since Oct 15th, and I've seen maybe 10 deer. Period!!I killed a yearling doe, and drew on a decent 8pt at 10 yrds (Oct 16th), but didn't take the shot. There was a small bush next to him. I probably could have killed that buck, but wanted a more clear shot. Things are incredibly slow!![&o] I am NOT seeing any REAL rut activity yet. All I can say is, I hope next week's colder weather will havethem moving! If not next week, I guess I'll have to rely on my Alberta hunt to get a big buck.