Haven't used tape since the advent of the reasonably priced GPS. Only reason I could think to anymore is to set range for archery. Found a pair of gobblers and another 1 last week...didn't hear a single turkey sound but got a real good look at them. Don't know if it was the fog or the humidity or what, but I covered some ground and heard NOTHING. So, while it could be a more or less boring hunt, I think I found a few AND if they're mute, the chances are good nobody else will be on them. It's tough opening day and if you all are hunting the same few WMAs I reckon you may be, opening day is always you and 200+ of your best friends. Nothing beats scouting and if you can sit all day, odds are by 11:00am or earlier you'll have the area to yourself.