OP,
If you don't get some private to hunt, this is what you get to look forward to on zone 5 public. Good strategy might be to follow this bunch around and sit on escape trails.
Can't believe this crap is still actually allowed. Some DNR's need to grow some stones and do the right thing. There are some "traditions" that just plain need to end, especially on public land. Incomprehensible the dolt ring leader takes pride in their "accomplishment" before heading back to Michigan. This is not deer management, its a video arcade game.
"When there's lead in the air, there's always hope."