Sam, you could get lucky and have snow to hunt in and some rutting action at the end of the month. I've hunted the public land at Salt Fork state park several times this year, and have seen deer every time. There is a good mix of hardwoods, fields, and brushy areas - by now most of the deer will be in the thick, brushy areas. You can download the map and when you get there, stop in at the wildlife management office for some pointers as where to start (hint - the thick overgrown fields and swampy areas east of that office hold some deer). For lodging, you can camp at the state park or get a relatively cheap motel at nearby Cambridge. Good hunting!