I think you are ready for a new bow? When should you start scouting the area? How big is the area? If you have several thousand acres, you needed to start yesterday. If you have a small area? You should still start scouting a.s.a.p., I would scout from a distance at first. You don't want to kick them out of there beds. Then go in and look for active trails & old rubs. Learn the typical wind direction in the morning & evening. Then set up a few stands & cut some shooting lanes.
Good luck,
WK