I should also add that I think it is very situational based on specific property characteristics. I'm not saying the rut isn't happening (we all know it is), the evidence of it is just minimal (sightings, signs, etc) where I hunt due to a combination of factors (temps and doe population being the two primary influences).
Things have been slow in my area of Illinois, but are starting to pick up. This coming weekend could and should be the best weekend of the bowhunting season IMO.
Movement in my neck of the woods has slowed considerably these past 4-5 days. I have a feeling the new cold front that has moved in will pick up movement. Should be a great 3 day weekend in my woods, hoping so at least.
