The George Washington National Forest has some pretty good hunting. Lots of hardwood forest back there but plenty of hunting opportunities. Spent some time back there myself. there is a guy on here Davehawk who does a lot of hunting back there still so maybe send him a pm and get some info. I...
Have you looked at the Cabelas Alakanak? I have one and use it for summer camping and also late fall hunting. very nice and easy to set up also. can add features like the vestibule and a stove. worth a look. I have the 12 x12 and plenty of room.
Mendocino National Forest has some great opportunities for Non Residents. A zone tag can be purchased OTC. Can be used for archery and rifle if not filled. Blacktail deer. If just into Archery you can get just a AO tag "Archery Only" and hunt a few different zones. Pig and Turkey can also be had...
fox sports page had a good article on the snow removal rules also. brought on by that Miami New England game when the snow plow veered off course and cleared an area for the field goal kicker. no more of that happening!