when I scout this time of year I break out the rubber boots and scent lock. I am hanging stands next week. This is the best time to get the stands up and shooting lanes cut if you have not done it already. The trick for me is to locate the food and then the bedding areas and pick a spot between. The patterns will not be the same in the rut so I also look for good cover. Find the does and you have found the bucks. Good Luck