I would choose the week before peak rut. Peak rut here in Wis is around Nov. 7, so figure about the week that TBO said, 10/22-11/2. Anytime in there. The bucks will be easy to call in with rattling horns, and they'll be searching does. the does wont quite be in estrous yet though. I dont know about the deer being more predictable, but there will be alot of bucks on the move. Hunting near, but not right on food sources is good too becuase that's where the does are. also find some doe bedding areas. Laying a drag line can't hurt either. Good luck!

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