RE: Question about rattling
I have never had any luck rattling during gun season let alone bow season. Doesn't mean you won't, i just haven't had any luck.
Rattling is more of a late Pre rut tactic I would use. I think it has a lot to do with Buck doe Ratio's - since in MI that number is high your odd's of any luck are minimal at best - especially during all the activity of firearm season.
I would try a grunt call if anyting.