1. gotta find the food - acorns? 2. now is the time to bait 3. stay warm with heat packs in your mittens and on your kidneys 4. hunt in the evening (last two hours) 5. practice with all your warm clothing on 6. use a quiet stand (cold sqeeks) 7. think warm 8. dress in layers (start out with a thin layer of poly pro) 9. be well hydrated 10. all the mature bucks that will be rutting next year are here now 11. be positive, be confident, have fun