RE: Scouting - Give me some info
The oak trees would be a good draw because of the acorns and I would do as you would, start at the stream. Also, what I would do is do some scouting while hunting during Archery. The first day hunting, I would start up by the oaks, scout around a litle looking for signs of deer, trails, droppings, etc., trails coming in or out. Watch for does so when the rut set's in, the bucks will be following. Look for other types of natural foos sources, such as apple trees, blueberry bushes, swamps, etc. Once you are familar with the proprerty, I would see if you could put up a stand or two in some key locations, or use portable blinds on climbers.
Good luck....
Tom