My dad drew this tag a few years ago, hike logging roads, glass what clearings you can find. It is a tough hunt for a 82 yr old but i think its justv ok for someone who can get off road more
I watch them a lot during that time period, though not in your area. I'd watch the brush. By then the leaves are off the oak/maple and the moose are munching sticks and anything else available.
At least they stand out. If your terrain lends itself to glassing then find a good vantage point and pick through them.