the woods are full of (someone or something)
There is an abundance of some type of person or thing. The woods are full of would-be actors looking for work, so it can be tough as hell to get a break in this industry. The woods are full of various gadgets and gizmos that promise to make your life easier, but very few of them are actually worth your money.
woods are full of someone or something
Fig. there are lots and lots of people or things. The woods are full of cheap, compatible computer clones. The woods are full of nice-looking guys who'll scam you if you aren't careful.
the woods are full of something
phr. there are lots and lots of something. The woods are full of cheap, compatible computer clones.