10A Idaho

Hi All

I drew a 10A-1X (extra Antlerless) tag this year and also have an regular deer tag. I've done some e-scouting and tried to follow Randy's tips from his e-scouting videos regarding burns, edges and disruptions and have a few waypoints saved on my OnXMaps to checkout. I plan on driving up to 10a in the next few weeks and wanted to utilize my time wisely. Over the past few years all of my reading / research has been geared toward mule deer spot and stock. With that said I have a few questions about the area and tactics for whitetail.

Is it too early to scout and should I wait until the weather moves the deer lower?

If I don't see any deer what other sign can I look for besides rubs, droppings and trails?

The 10A-1X tag has three seasons (see below). From everything I have read, many wait until November to hunt. I couldn't find any harvest stats for the archery season. Has anyone had any success during the archery season?

10A-1X (extra Antlerless)
Aug 30 - Sep 30 Archery only White-tailed deer only
Oct 10 - Dec 1 White-tailed deer only
Dec 2 - Dec 14 Muzzleloader only, White-tailed deer only

Should I purchase a Potlatch Recreation Permit?

It seems like pretty dense brush is possible to spot and stock?

I do not have an ATV. Is it still possible to get away from the roads and hunters?

What are the roads like in late November to early December?


Thanks

RTM

PM incoming. I grew up in the southern part of that country.

Helsyeah

I really appreciate it.

RTM