When I have to I scout. BUT, I've been hunting the same little 100 acre patch for 3 or 4 years now. I have them figured out. Yes patterns will change, but not a lot normally. I'll do some strolls in mid August, hang a couple stands, pick out several places for my climber and that's it. Guess what.... I already know where most of those spots are... but I use it as an excuse to go to the woods.