In south Alabama the rut isn't until February in most counties. So they extended the season through Feb but didn't start it until the 25th of October. Gun season starts 22 November. No tags in Alabama, one antlered and one non antlered deer a day.

Roadkill, definitely go get a bow. Not only is it fun but it will by necessity elevate your hunting game. It's easy relatively easy to shoot a deer with a gun from 100ds. Try coaxing them in to within 10-30 yds. Expect to spend 2 or 3 more bills for the accouterments that go with the bow. Give yourself a $1000 budget and skip the entry level bows.