RE: hunting deer with dogs
Ive never done it and don't know anyone who has (I grew up in WV). It would definately be different and I could see how it may be fun, especially in brushy cover ( I thought that you guys east of the blue ridge had a lot of that type cover). It would be like rabbit hunting except for bigger rabbits and I'm sure it would be challenging as far as making the shot. Sounds like a good group activity.
HB