I went out today and sat in the corner of the field.. 8 does came out about 4 30... all together in a group today when they are normally in different groups. About 5pm 2 average sized 8 pointers came out together and worked there way into the group of does. Looks like things are starting to happen. I was looking at some of my past rut notes and instead of a late rut like I was thinking for some reason it appears to be right on time. It always gets hot the last week before rifle season as it is now. Don't know why I was thinking it was late this year. This should be a great week here in Virginia.. Hunting all day all week would be a good idea!!