Definitely too early. This time of year I strongly believe that no scent is the best scent. But if I were to use anything right now it would be buck urine. Any buck worth his salt will want to know who is invading his territory looking for HIS doe(s).
I just got done reading in PA's Outdoor News that the "rut moon" won't be until November 23. That is very late but should be good for the rifle hunters this year.
Here in PA I normally have my best luck seeing cruising buck from now (Nov. 1) to about the 15th. I won't use any estrous scent until I see a big boy chasing. Then I had better have it in my pack.
Using an estrous scent too early WILL alert both buck and doe alike.
Last edited by bronko22000; 11-02-2016 at 04:17 AM.