I'm pretty new, so can't answer the first part. That said, I located a stag the other day finding fresh antler rubbings while out for an armed patrol. Then I was walking with my dog and whacking random trees with a stick and heard a reply. He snuck up on me and winded me a few minutes later but that was a cool encounter.
So keep an eye out in your usual spot for young trees missing bark and you might get onto something.
Identify your target beyond all doubt because you never miss (right?) and I'll be missed.
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