I recommend you take the time to make a scouting trip to the east side of the Steens. Go to Fields, the back north past the entrance to the Alvord Ranch and look for a road that go back west. The east side is steep with big canyons and lot of deer. Hike starting about two hours before daylight, find a place to glass and stay there. Move only when in the shade. Glass, glass and glass some more looking under every tree and bush.
