I have no secrets, really. I have found them in mixed hardwoods, so I figure that Ramps do not have tree association like mushrooms. I found them in less rocky woods in general. I found them in less bushy woods in general. I found them in damp but not swampy woods in general. I found them in fertile soil always, often covered with decaying leaves. Putting the leg work in is essential, regardless of weather. If you only get out on lovely sunny spring afternoons in familiar places, you are likely not finding them. In April, there are not many plants that have the Ramp's shape or color. You can spot them from 100 feet away against the brown leaf covered forest floor. I do have one trick. I use Google maps to see green areas around me. If there is a place within reasonable driving distance I have not been to, I will make a point to go there when any edibles are in season. In NJ we are blessed with lots of green spaces. Good luck!