Thanks for the link, Leo. I had actually found that page, but it just shows current and historical conditions, not predictions. But I definitely bookmarked it so I can track as the season progresses, and that will be helpful. Right now, I am trying to plan for time off of work and childcare.
Chazspot. Thanks for sharing your insight. I agree that the ratios and weather are big factors that affect the intensity of the rut and can move the timing significantly. I would say the ratio where I hunt is fairly "normal", as there is a little hunting pressure, but not a lot, and there is a lot of space for deer bedding and relatively "safe" areas for them. Unfortunately, the weather will be whatever it will be when it will be, and so won't help me plan ahead of time, but I will definitely keep an eye on it as it comes.