We have attempted to make a mosaic of bedding/thicket area so that multiple dominant bucks will hold up in our place. In our area, food is not a limiting factor. The tall grass and evergreen thickets are most effective after leaf drop. We never go in the designated bedding areas. The coyotes have not gotten the memo though:) So far, the herd seems to be improving, but maybe I am better at finding them after all these years. Its all fun!