There may be fewer bucks moving at this time, but don’t forget there also are fewer hunters in the woods. Look for buck patterns to re-emerge around food sources first.
The semi-automatic J.P. Sauer & Sohn SL5 Waterfowl is an excellent step outside the rifle maker’s proverbial box, and one that waterfowl hunters will surely appreciate.
You don’t need a high fence—you can keep deer on your hunting tract through a variety of measures. Consider managing the number of hunters and their locations and days hunting, setting aside sanctuary or planting preferred foods.