Well, I think I saw the first signs of a false rut tonight. While I was spotting, I saw a big body deer walking the edge of a corn field. He was about 200 yards off so I couldnt see his rack. Upon closer evaluation, there was a doe bedded down half-way between us. Being intrigued by the strutting of the big bodied deer, I decided to stay and watch. Within minutes, the big bodied deer was on a rope directly towards the doe and myself with the spotlight. As he approached, I was able to see he was a shooter 8. He actually bumped the doe with his nose and then started following her around the field as she walked and trotted. He got within 70 yards of me in my truck and could care less I was there. What an exciting feeling. Im willing to bet that 28 days from now, the rut will be in full swing. Any thoughts??