Still alittle early were I live in Michigan. We dont open up till Sep. But I have always had no problem with baiting them. We have about a week or so before they can start using dogs for them. But first you need to draw a tag for one of the seasons. You can just apply for the point if you want, thats what I do so when I get a few built up I apply for the first season before they can use the dogs on them. I only done it once but will try it one more time next year. Sure is alot of work after you pull that trigger. Good luck!