Big,
that's what I would do. Like I said, say you have a hundred bucks now for a scope. Throw that in an envelope in your drawer. Even if you save $20/month in that envelope then by the end of October you could afford a very nice scope. More than you would need. But that's just an example.
No rush to buy something at this point in the year. so take your time, save up, do some research on what's available in your price range, and have it ready to go for November.
I hunt Indiana county mostly by the way. Also try to get up to Clinton county for bear season when I can
-Jake