when is the rut?

[Ian johnson]

when is the rut down south?

[Blackhawk]

I believe it ended yesterday.    (sorry, I could not help myself.)

It seems it is just getting warmed up in the middle and northern states with lots of activity.  Those "experts" say it gets going good 7-10 days following the full moon (which was on Oct. 26).  That means Nov. 6 until Nov. twenty something.  Your area should be close to that I think.  At least try to be in the woods on November 11 and November 14.

[beaver#1]

in my part of texas its usally in december

[Ian johnson]

would it be alright to try rattling or trying a can call this time of year?

[BigRonHuntAlot]

Sure Ian, Just be aware that it is possible to scare off smaller bucks with aggressive rattling and some does will spook upon hearing an estrous bleat.   Good Luck