I'm not trying to cause a whole lot of controversy here. Just bringing up a point that some people will/are affected by the date, and maybe extend it until the end of January. As for the regulations and ruts for different southern states, I'm just voicing the concerns I have seen posted by many people over the last couple years.
I personally don't plan to be bowhunting at the end of January in PA when it's damn cold, just bringing up a point and speaking my two cents. I'm fine with whatever decision our hard working moderators come up with...because they ultimately decide what's fair and reasonable for everyone.