If the terrain allows you to see a good distance, setup on a good vantage point just to observe where deer are moving in the morning and evening. After a few long distance scouts, you can put a plan together to move in closer based on where you see them moving. And you can never go wrong on Public land by finding the heaviest cover or the hardest to access area to hunt. Try to find the area that may take extra effort to get to. This area will have the least pressure and most likely the best chance of seeing deer. Good luck, and don't give up!